crescent girl 1,907 Posted June 3, 2017 In addition to being the sport's greatest statistician (statician?) in an age with no computerisation, Bryan was a great deal more. He was one of the main reasons for the early success of Ipswich in the 70s as "racing controller" where he pushed out racing and kept the meeting going -- and never forget, also a wise and dedicated manager of the BSPA's office in the good years. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wessex Wanderer 148 Posted June 3, 2017 Another one gone from the last wonderful golden era of Speedway. Like others on here I found his page in Speedway Star compulsive reading. Condolences to his family. RIP Bryan Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PHILIPRISING 7,298 Posted June 3, 2017 FINDING any mistakes in Bryan's calculations would be like finding a needle in a haystack. Great asset through the pages of Speedway Star but also his term at the BSPA. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SCB 0 Posted June 3, 2017 As someone who tries to keep track of stats using a computer and database Im in awe of anyone who did it in the days before computer. Clearly a dedicated gyy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hagonshocker 1,956 Posted June 3, 2017 I think a lot of us can relate to Bryan's brilliant and fascinating stats an absolute godsend of the sport , RIP Bryan was a pleasure growing up with your stats and figures! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
spiegal 294 Posted June 3, 2017 My abject apologies..I have not seen this tribute, but i was aware of Bryan's passing thanks for ll teh tributes especially relating to his statistical genius....but indeed he was a great deal more I have been a friend for many years, always swapping Xmas cards greetings and the latest gossip. he sadly lost his son a few years back....I always called Bryan "Biggles" due to the massive leather coat he wore like an old aviator His quote when he advised me of his sons death..."we have lost one out of the back of the plane"....so sad. I shall miss him, a lovely gentle bear of a man, who was a huge asset to the BSPA during his short stay as Manager farewell my old mate Biggles...... over and out 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Robbie B 262 Posted June 4, 2017 Very sad to hear of Bryan's passing my condolences to his family and friends. Bryan, was a genius and way ahead of his time with his remarkable statistics that must have taken him hours to compile. Easily one of the best parts of the Speedway Star magazine in my youth. And also make terrific reading even today. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TonyMac 720 Posted June 4, 2017 Mike Seery (Bryan's son) has emailed Retro Speedway to confirm that his father's funeral will be held on Wednesday (June 7) at 1.45pm at: Kent and Sussex CrematoriumBenhall Mill RoadRoyal Tunbridge WellsKentTN2 5JJ The Seery family is happy for anyone who knew Bryan to attend. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Midland Red 2,383 Posted June 10, 2017 RIP The Master Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
