My podcasting partner Justin Chisholm has posted a very good obituary and tribute to Richard Estaugh on Offshore Rules. Well worth a read, whether you knew Richard or not. Here’s a snippet:
Given his roots as a ‘pond sailor’ in the landlocked Midlands, Richard’s ability to turn in championship winning performances on the open sea and often in fleets of over a hundred boats, perfectly illustrated his innate talent. Double G.P.14 World Champion Simon Relph, who had more first hand experiences of Richard’s abilities than most, recalls that ‘Richard simply didn’t make any mistakes. If he was behind you he would pounce on any slip up and if you let him get in front then he was gone.’
For anyone wishing to attend Richard Estaugh’s funeral, details are as follows:
The service will be held at All Saints Parish Church in Four Oaks on Tuesday 21st April at 13:45.
All Saints Parish, Belwell Lane, Four Oaks, Sutton Coldfield, B74 4TR allsaintsfouroaks.co.uk
The Wake will begin after the service at Chase Sailing Club, Walsall.
The Chase Sailing Club Pool Road, Chasetown, Walsall, WS7 3QW chasesc.org.uk
What’s the betting it will be standing room only at Richard’s funeral? Judging by the huge number of tributes for Richard on the web, it will be a fitting send-off for Richard on Tuesday.
So sorry to hear this sad news. Thoughts with Auntie Sheila and cousin Jayne.
I am lost . What a good man. I was going to ask for his dvice,with confidence.
I will sail my boat all times with his memory.
Thanks Richard For your help.
God Speed to you and thaughts raymond