RIP Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha

[Jeff]

 

[tedfoxxx]

It’s been coming all day but it’s still hit like a sledgehammer. I, like many others owe the happiest day of my life to the man.

I can only thank him from the bottom of my heart and wish we could all be transported back to that moment when he held that trophy and looked like the proudest man in the world.

He achieved so much yet managed to stay humble and shared his wealth and culture with us. Rest in peace, Vichai. What a loss.

 

[pork pie fox]

Wonderful tribute from Kasper:

That’s great. Just wonderful.

 

[David Gwilliam]

As has been pointed out elsewhere we should not forget there are four other families also grieving

Usually people are only appreciated after their death. It can only be small comfort but while he was alive the fans let Vichai know how much they liked him.
Two of the most uncool qualities are IMO the most important in a man . I got the feeling that he was a man of integrity and even more important a kind man. Integrity and kindness together makes up a simple phrase - a good man. I think Vichai was a good man.
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[pork pie fox]

What a man. What. A. Man.

I’m a much more emotional character since my kids were born, but this is something that has hit me hard.

I hope Vichai, Top and all of their family and friends understand how much they mean to the city of Leicester.

Many owners divide opinion or have universal dislike, but I don’t feel that that was ever the case here. Vichai was universally respected, appreciated and loved by City supporters and that’s a pretty unique thing.

May he rest in peace.

 

[Feriol]

When I am down, and, oh, my soul, so weary
When troubles come, and my heart burdened be
Then, I am still and wait here in the silence
Until you come and sit awhile with me

You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains
You raise me up to walk on stormy seas
I am strong when I am on your shoulders
You raise me up to more than I can be

 

[Slowy]

Still can't believe that he is gone. This has broken my heart and when I heard the news I felt sick. He was the best owner our club will ever have. He bought us the best times that we will have supporting our club. He gave to the community. He was a kind man with time for the fans as well as embracing the local community. RIP Vichai you will be missed by every city fan.

 

[LES Fox]

We’ve lost a true Gentlemen. Never met Vichai but he demonstrated with warmth, generosity and civility what an owner can mean to a club and community. I want to believe he created a legacy and Spirit that cannot die. May all those that lost someone in the heartbreaking tragedy feel the strength and love. #LCFC

 

[Orifice]

Thank you Vichai.

Thank you for giving me the greatest days. The unbelievable days. Thank you for making me laugh, for making me walk around with a great big smile on my face. Thank you for making me happy.

Thank you so so much. Thank you.

 

[The Old Fox]

Words don't cut it today. It is grossly inadequate but, all I can say is; thank you, sir. Yes, for the football, for the right kind of pride in our team, our club and our city, but most of all, for showing that kindness trumps power and that good guys can be winners.

 

[SJN-Fox]

I have absolutely no words. Totally empty inside.

Just this.

 

[SJN-Fox]

 

[FOX Franks]

Wow. I am still a little bit numb from this.
He did a great job of turning us into a club that believed in itself, and stopped the yo-yo club reputation.
Great generosity towards the fans and the city. A great man - sure he will be missed more intensely by those close to him, but certainly all associated with the club will remember fondly.
RIP Khun Vichai.

 

[Joe_Fox]

RIP Vichai. Your legacy will live on and will grow forever stronger.

 

[fitz]

Not sure what to say. Gutting. Kasper's words were ****ing beautiful. So sad for all involved.

 

[Urban fox]

The club and/or council should put up a statue in front of the stadium for all that he has done. I am sure that, being the man he was, he would probably be embarrassed at this but what better way for the people of this city to show just what he meant to us.

 

[SimonW]

Like all of us I am struggling to make sense of the thoughts and emotions running through my mind about what happened this weekend.

I don’t feel able to comment on Vichai having never met him so I will leave that to others.

I just want to express my thanks to the leader of our club, our family, for giving us the opportunity to dream and realise those dreams. I might never have met you Vichai but I can say with certainty that no-one I have never met has had such a positive influence on my life and happiness than you … thank you and RIP.

 

[SJN-Fox]

This has brought more tears to my already weeping eyes.

 

[SJN-Fox]

 

[blue]

Very special man who I had the pleasure of meeting three times. Like many I don’t have the words and all a bit too raw, goodness knows what the respective groups of friends and families of all 5 are going through especially against the backdrop of such a public outpouring. I hope everyone can find some peace in the coming days.