Highwayman 2 Posted April 6, 2013 I have heard that Tony Childs has passed away recently. I remember him from his days at Crayford in the late 1960's. Has anyone got any more information on this as all I have heard is that he has passed away. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
martinmauger 584 Posted April 7, 2013 I also heard Tony Childs had sadly passed away. He will be remembered as a hard-charging never-give-up old-school type of rider who was also a bit of a character and apparently his battles with the late Jack MIllen were legendary. I missed seeing him ride in his hey day, as I was too young to go to speedway, though I saw him at Scunny's Ashby Ville in the early 1980's and then when he rode in Alan Grahame's Silver Jubilee meet at Hull's Craven Park in 1997. I attended the practice for Big Al's meet as the stadium was open all day. Tony was there, old style bike with 'banana seat', blue and white Savoy Tyres leathers riding for hours lap after lap with anyone and everyone. When all the other riders seemed to have had enough and were packing up he asked "doesn't anyone want another race?" before riding lap after lap on his own. He rode some exhibition races in the meet itself, 'accidentally on purpose' touched the tapes, had (good natured) arguments with the referee and provided entertainment for the fans as he always did.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jenga 2,998 Posted April 7, 2013 think he had a spell at Workington around the 80s. proper rider. no ifs or buts.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
foamfence 2,917 Posted April 7, 2013 http://wwosbackup.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=criders&action=display&thread=726 His racing record. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The White Knight 9,039 Posted April 7, 2013 I also heard Tony Childs had sadly passed away. He will be remembered as a hard-charging never-give-up old-school type of rider who was also a bit of a character and apparently his battles with the late Jack MIllen were legendary. I missed seeing him ride in his hey day, as I was too young to go to speedway, though I saw him at Scunny's Ashby Ville in the early 1980's and then when he rode in Alan Grahame's Silver Jubilee meet at Hull's Craven Park in 1997. I attended the practice for Big Al's meet as the stadium was open all day. Tony was there, old style bike with 'banana seat', blue and white Savoy Tyres leathers riding for hours lap after lap with anyone and everyone. When all the other riders seemed to have had enough and were packing up he asked "doesn't anyone want another race?" before riding lap after lap on his own. He rode some exhibition races in the meet itself, 'accidentally on purpose' touched the tapes, had (good natured) arguments with the referee and provided entertainment for the fans as he always did.... I was lucky enough to see a number of clashes (sometimes literally) between Jack Millen and Tony Childs some of their Races were epic - but - neither would give an inch. I used to think he was a dirty Rider but that, I think, was because I supported Sunderland. Remembering now I think of two very hard men who were prepared to dish it out - but - could take it as well. I remember them both with respect. May they both Rest in Peace. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chunky 6,094 Posted April 7, 2013 Not sure of any details, but sadly, I can confirm that Tony passed away last week. Steve Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fourentee 987 Posted April 7, 2013 think he had a spell at Workington around the 80s. Indeed, remember it well. Some character. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
moxey63 1,785 Posted April 7, 2013 How come they don't make characters like Tony Childs any more? Sad to discover yet another who once helped fill terraces has now gone forever. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hullracebibs 0 Posted April 9, 2013 (edited) The funeral is going to be 26th April 2pm @ St. John the Baptist church, Coltishall you can read a special tribute from our local paper here which was published today http://www.thisishul...tail/story.html Lots of nice tributes been left on the Hull Vikings facebook page to. Edited April 9, 2013 by Hullracebibs Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JC! 142 Posted April 9, 2013 The funeral is going to be 26th April 2pm @ St. John the Baptist church, Coltishall you can read a special tribute from our local paper here which was published today http://www.thisishul...tail/story.html Lots of nice tributes been left on the Hull Vikings facebook page to. Thanks for sharing this. RIP Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
