It is with deep regret that we pass on the sad news that devoted Lichtie Angus Nairn has passed away.
Everyone associated with Arbroath FC would like to pass on their deepest sympathies and regards to Angus’s family and friends and our thoughts are with them at this terribly sad time.
One of Angus’s closest friends Dave Ramsay has written this wonderful tribute.
As a lad of five years old, Angus was inducted to Gayfield Stadium, where for the next 77 years he devoted his loyalty to his “Lichties” and latterly his star player, Ricky Little.
Gladly, Angus was able to attend all three pre – season friendlies, and his last attendance was at the Bolton Wanderer’s game last Tuesday.
Sadly, Angus passed away peacefully and at home with his family on Wednesday, and today at Gayfield where we beat Montrose 4 – 0, we kept his seat vacant, and an AFC football scarf tied to the barrier to his memory.
Many supporters today, came and paid their respects to Angus, to Stewart, Charlie and myself, his close football pals.
On Wednesday this coming week, the day of his funeral, AFC have decided to fly the AFC flag at half – mast as a mark of loyalty and respect for the family, and the funeral cortege will drive past Gayfield and the flag, as Angus passes Gayfield for his very last time.
A silver Quaich will soon be donated to AFC as “The Angus Nairn Memorial Trophy” a trophy to be presented annually, for “The best newcomer to the Team” from the best, loyal, long – serving “Lichtie.”
This decision will be that of the Manager and Directors, and will serve to keep the memory of Angus Nairn alive, for many, many years to come.
Charlie Wood his friend, is also going to sponsor a match day football in August, in memory of Angus.
Angus is pictured at his last game at Gayfield in fantastic spirits at the match against Bolton Wanderers with Arbroath Chairman Mike Caird, dear friend Dave Ramsay and Facilities and Kit Manager Louise Walker. A huge smile and raising his glass to us all! Two days later at the end of season dinner for the Arbroath Chest Heart and Stoke Association at the Meadowbank inn, Angus has received a letter from the Head Office CHS Scotland, commending him on the work he has done for the Thursday Club.
Rest in Peace Angus. You are in our thoughts.
