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Title: Merged - RIP Stan Brown
Post by: f321ffc on March 16, 2018, 04:37:33 PM
Fulham Football Club
@FulhamFC
The Club are deeply saddened to learn of the death of former player Stan Brown at the age of 76. Our thoughts are with Stan's family and friends at this sad time.
Title: RIP. Stan Brown
Post by: Peabody on March 16, 2018, 04:39:39 PM
The club has announced the death Of Stan Brown. The ultimate professional, he never let the club down
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Post by: The Old Count on March 16, 2018, 04:42:01 PM
Sad news. One of my all time favourite players. RIP Stan.
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Post by: e4b on March 16, 2018, 04:44:44 PM
Remember him well from his playing days.RIP Stan
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Post by: SG on March 16, 2018, 04:47:34 PM
One of my favourites as well. He got his head on everything - my mate and I used to joke that if he took penalties he would take them with his head. Makes you wonder if all that heading of the old heavy football was his ultimate downfall
Title: Re: RIP. Stan Brown
Post by: cmg on March 16, 2018, 04:54:02 PM
News doesn't come much sadder than that.
As much as any player I can think of, Stan embodied the values of Fulham FC with his commitment, enthusiasm, integrity, skill and loyalty.
Title: Re: RIP. Stan Brown
Post by: sunburywhite on March 16, 2018, 05:01:16 PM
RIP Stan

I still remeber his header against WBA
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Post by: MarryatsChild on March 16, 2018, 05:03:30 PM
That is really sad news.
He was a seriously good footballer.
Title: Re: Merged - RIP Stan Brown
Post by: bog on March 16, 2018, 05:15:04 PM
I am very sad to read this. If there was ever a loyal clubman it was Stan. I saw his debut at centre forward and then become a hard working midfielder. Just used to get on with playing. RIP Stan.     
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Post by: Sir Alec of good Stock on March 16, 2018, 05:15:10 PM
1960-72-353 appearances, 16 goals.

RIP Stan.
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Post by: Lighthouse on March 16, 2018, 05:29:56 PM
A real club man who was with us in the good and not so good times. A true pro. always hard working and I was always pleased he played for us and not against us. Thanks for the memories.
Title: Re: Merged - RIP Stan Brown
Post by: keith on March 16, 2018, 05:35:54 PM
RIP Stan.
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Post by: grandad on March 16, 2018, 05:50:15 PM
This news has really saddened me. I remember well that the team used to return from away matches on the Football Special train. A few of us played cards with Stan & other players. Got to know him quite well. Good club man, worked hard. Never a great player but he always put in 100% effort.
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Post by: MikeW on March 16, 2018, 05:53:50 PM
One of those you think - "gosh in the modern game he'd be a gem".  Up & down, good header, never let you down.  No prima donna there! RIP
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Post by: filham on March 16, 2018, 06:11:14 PM
Stan just had to be everyones favourite, never heard a bad word said about him. What a hard worker whether playing at centre forward or midfield.
Thanks for all the enjoyment you gave me Stan.
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Post by: Mince n Tatties on March 16, 2018, 06:16:31 PM
RIP Stan, a Fulham Great  9739.gif
Title: Re: Merged - RIP Stan Brown
Post by: Jem on March 16, 2018, 06:21:00 PM
My favourite player from the sixties. Very versatile and always gave his best. Thanks for very many memories including the disappointed expression on his face as he disentangled himself from the net at the Hammersmith end after Fulham had conceded a goal.
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Post by: Woolly Mammoth on March 16, 2018, 06:31:13 PM
A real loyal club man, and a players player if ever there was one. I always remember his winner in our 1 0 win v the millionaire club Everton in the sixties when he scored from a corner at the Putney end. Top man, RIP Stan, never forgotten. ⚽️⚽️
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Post by: gerrys on March 16, 2018, 06:48:08 PM
RIP my all time favourite.....guess there will no longer be any player that will play in every position on the pitch.....and that includes (emergency) goalkeeper.
Title: Re: Merged - RIP Stan Brown
Post by: RaySmith on March 16, 2018, 06:50:29 PM
Stan epitomised Fulham, with his attitude - always worked hard for the team, never put in less than 100 percent, a true club man, and a quiet hero.
RIP
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Post by: Ronnief on March 16, 2018, 06:54:13 PM
Totally agree with all the above especially CMG. He was a true Fulham Great.
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Post by: Andy S on March 16, 2018, 06:57:15 PM
One of my favourites from the 60's Stan Brown played in every position for us including in goal. A true utility player who would never let you down wherever he played. Condolences to his family and friends & RIP Stan Brown
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Post by: Jims Dentist on March 16, 2018, 07:03:13 PM
Quote from: Andy S on March 16, 2018, 06:57:15 PM
One of my favourites from the 60's Stan Brown played in every position for us including in goal. A true utility player who would never let you down wherever he played. Condolences to his family and friends & RIP Stan Brown
Well said Andy, I would echo that.
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Post by: BedsFFC on March 16, 2018, 07:17:51 PM
He was before my time. He clearly has a place in the heart for many on here. Not sure this is the thread but would be interested to know if any of you could tell us a player in the modern era that resembled his play, just to give us an idea.

Clearly, the club will do something to remember him. I far prefer a minutes applause in these types of situations.
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Post by: Dodgin on March 16, 2018, 07:18:12 PM
Play anywhere, that was Stan such a sad loss. RIP
Title: Re: Merged - RIP Stan Brown
Post by: davew on March 16, 2018, 07:22:00 PM
Quote from: Mince n Tatties on March 16, 2018, 06:16:31 PM
RIP Stan, a Fulham Great  9739.gif
+ 1
Title: Re: Merged - RIP Stan Brown
Post by: bobby01 on March 16, 2018, 07:22:06 PM
RIP Stan, a Fulham man through and through.
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Post by: Fernhurst on March 16, 2018, 08:32:17 PM
What sad sad news, and deepest condolences to Stan's family and close friends.

A real Fulham stalwart held in such high esteem by those of us lucky enough to witness his strenuous efforts on behalf of our beloved club.

Stan features heavily in one of my very special Fulham memories.
Back in 62 we were down among the strugglers again when the millionaires of Everton came to town. The Maestro had just broken his leg and this was our first home game without him with league leaders Everton heavy favourites.
They hadn't allowed for Fulhamish and the 33,000 voices roaring them on, enter the inventor of the long throw Jim Langley and a flick on found dear Stan rushing in at the far post to put us into a lead we didn't relinquish.
A thirteen  year old Fernhurst was so so happy and happier still 40 odd years later when I was privileged to shake Stan's hand at the unveiling of The Maestros statue.

Believe it or not I have a recording of the highlights of that game never ever published anywhere else.

Rest in Peace Stan, the Fulham Family are all thinking of you.
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Post by: St Eve on March 17, 2018, 03:46:08 AM
Very sad news. Fulham through and through
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Post by: VicHalomsLovechild on March 17, 2018, 07:10:38 AM
I started going to watch Fulham in his final couple of seasons. It's a sad moment when your boyhood heroes pass on. You want them to live forever.
My condolences to his family, friends and those on here who watched the teams he was part of.
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Post by: colinwhite on March 17, 2018, 07:15:22 AM
RIP Stan. A real Fulham man .
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Post by: ron on March 17, 2018, 09:39:48 AM
Surely the observation that Johnny Haynes himself made of Stan Brown stands as the ultimate epitaph;

"Stan Brown is the kind of player you only notice when he is not playing....."

Such was his effect on a game. Not flashy, totally reliable, in fact the ultimate professional.

RIP Stan. Those of us who had the privilege of seeing you plying your craft will never forget you.
Title: Re: Merged - RIP Stan Brown
Post by: Burt on March 17, 2018, 09:53:43 AM
Quote from: Fernhurst on March 16, 2018, 08:32:17 PM
Believe it or not I have a recording of the highlights of that game never ever published anywhere else.

Could we tempt you in to a FOF exclusive Mr Fernhurst? :)

Title: Re: Merged - RIP Stan Brown
Post by: bog on March 17, 2018, 10:35:17 AM
Quote from: Woolly Mammoth on March 16, 2018, 06:31:13 PM
A real loyal club man, and a players player if ever there was one. I always remember his winner in our 1 0 win v the millionaire club Everton in the sixties when he scored from a corner at the Putney end. Top man, RIP Stan, never forgotten. ⚽️⚽️

Me to Woolly.
Title: Re: Merged - RIP Stan Brown
Post by: Fernhurst on March 17, 2018, 10:48:15 AM
Quote from: Burt on March 17, 2018, 09:53:43 AM
Quote from: Fernhurst on March 16, 2018, 08:32:17 PM
Believe it or not I have a recording of the highlights of that game never ever published anywhere else.

Could we tempt you in to a FOF exclusive Mr Fernhurst? :)

Nothing would give me greater pleasure to give access to The Fulham Family to footage of our team never seen before, however there is a very good reason why it is not possible. Will PM you to explain.