RIP Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha

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I went down to the stadium today. I would recommend it to anyone who is able to get there. The floral tributes/shirts/scarves etc now stretch the whole of the North Stand and were just starting to go around the away end when I was there. There were literally hundreds of people there and we queued for 40 mins to sign the book of remembrance. Some Buddhist monks were also there performing a ceremony. The club have put on free tea/coffee/hot chocolate for visitors. It gave me a lot of comfort, particularly knowing his families would see the tributes, books and crowds.
 
I am devastated. I don't think there is a club in the world that has experienced such extreme emotions over the past few years.

Vichai, I hope you can see all of the flowers and cards, read all of the messages and feel all of the love. You along with the four other passengers will leave a huge hole in the lives of so many.

Rip.
 
It has sent me a bit misty eyed reading some of the comments and seeing some of the tributes pour in over the weekend. I've never met him but it's just so sad that a man of his generosity has been lost in this week. Beyond what he did for the club and indeed city of Leicester he was the sort of man we should all aspire to be.

No doubts Top will take the reigns now and look to do his father proud. I expect he'll need to promote someone else from the family to assist. It's going to be a tough job responsible for Leicester, Leuven, King Power co., the polo team and no doubt many other side projects his father had running.
 
I have decided to come home for the Burnley match to show proper respect.

Does anyone know if there are formal plans for fans that day? I’d read something about a walk from the city centre?

If anyone is plugged in on those plans (foxestrust?) could they let me know what it looks like.

Also, as dodgy as it may seem if anyone on here would like to share a drink, I’m buying.

We at Goal.com will also have press there. Not sure of content plan yet but there might be a fans perspective we’d be looking for. If you’d be willing let me know via DM.
 
Miles Away said:
I have decided to come home for the Burnley match to show proper respect.

Does anyone know if there are formal plans for fans that day? I’d read something about a walk from the city centre?

If anyone is plugged in on those plans (foxestrust?) could they let me know what it looks like.

Also, as dodgy as it may seem if anyone on here would like to share a drink, I’m buying.

We at Goal.com will also have press there. Not sure of content plan yet but there might be a fans perspective we’d be looking for. If you’d be willing let me know via DM.
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Leigh said:
I went down to the stadium today. I would recommend it to anyone who is able to get there. The floral tributes/shirts/scarves etc now stretch the whole of the North Stand and were just starting to go around the away end when I was there. There were literally hundreds of people there and we queued for 40 mins to sign the book of remembrance. Some Buddhist monks were also there performing a ceremony. The club have put on free tea/coffee/hot chocolate for visitors. It gave me a lot of comfort, particularly knowing his families would see the tributes, books and crowds.
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I've just been down there today. As you say, it's worth going, for those who are able to, to appreciate it. Very moving indeed.
 
A MESSAGE FROM AIYAWATT SRIVADDHANAPRABHA

I would like to thank everyone from the bottom of my heart for this overwhelming support.

Thank you, also, to Leicestershire Police and the Emergency Services. Their fast response on Saturday kept a lot of people safe. Their professionalism and sensitivity since then have made the last few days as bearable as they could be.

What happened made me realise how important my dad was to many people all over the world and I’m touched by how many people kept him close to their hearts.

I’m extremely proud to have such an extraordinary father. From him, I have received a very big mission and legacy to pass on and I intend to do just that.

I know that I will receive the support I need to make this happen and I am so grateful for all your messages and kind words.

For a long time, my father taught me to be strong and to take care of my family. He loved his family. He made Leicester City into a family. And nothing would make him prouder than to see how the Leicester City family that he built is supporting each other through a time of such sadness.

My dad had a way of teaching me about life and work without making it seem like a lesson. He was my mentor and role model.

Today, he has left me with a legacy to continue and I will do everything I can to carry on his big vision and dreams.

My family and I would like to thank each and every one of you for your sincere kindness and good intentions during the most difficult time for us.

I miss you dad, with all of my heart.
 
Incredibly moving


Jeff said:
A MESSAGE FROM AIYAWATT SRIVADDHANAPRABHA

I would like to thank everyone from the bottom of my heart for this overwhelming support.

Thank you, also, to Leicestershire Police and the Emergency Services. Their fast response on Saturday kept a lot of people safe. Their professionalism and sensitivity since then have made the last few days as bearable as they could be.

What happened made me realise how important my dad was to many people all over the world and I’m touched by how many people kept him close to their hearts.

I’m extremely proud to have such an extraordinary father. From him, I have received a very big mission and legacy to pass on and I intend to do just that.

I know that I will receive the support I need to make this happen and I am so grateful for all your messages and kind words.

For a long time, my father taught me to be strong and to take care of my family. He loved his family. He made Leicester City into a family. And nothing would make him prouder than to see how the Leicester City family that he built is supporting each other through a time of such sadness.

My dad had a way of teaching me about life and work without making it seem like a lesson. He was my mentor and role model.

Today, he has left me with a legacy to continue and I will do everything I can to carry on his big vision and dreams.

My family and I would like to thank each and every one of you for your sincere kindness and good intentions during the most difficult time for us.

I miss you dad, with all of my heart.
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Graz said:
The idea of a fan written poem in tribute isn't something that I immediately thought would be great, but I saw this in one of the Facebook groups and thought it was very impressive.

Credit to Stephen Robinson.
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How absolutely beautiful. Reading this aloud by myself in the car listening to "When You're Smiling" and then "You'll never walk alone" in the background. Just made me ball. How has this tragedy affected us so much?

I've been listening to YNWA a lot these past days. I know it's not our song, but it's football's song. If you haven't then listen to it as loud as possible and you'll get shivers.

RIP Khun Vichai
 
I went up to the stadium today. Never have I experienced anything like it. The air of calm and tranquility was in direct contrast to the noise bustle and activity of a matchday. I’ve seen all the pictures online but that couldn’t prepare me for the reality. Thousands upon thousands of flowers, shirts, flags, scarves and others filling the entire end of the north stand and it was growing by the minute. I drove past a few hours later and it was just as busy. It seems as though the whole footballing world wants to pay their respects. All in all very moving, several times I felt the tears welling up and rolling down my face.
 
Jeff said:
A MESSAGE FROM AIYAWATT SRIVADDHANAPRABHA

I would like to thank everyone from the bottom of my heart for this overwhelming support.

Thank you, also, to Leicestershire Police and the Emergency Services. Their fast response on Saturday kept a lot of people safe. Their professionalism and sensitivity since then have made the last few days as bearable as they could be.

What happened made me realise how important my dad was to many people all over the world and I’m touched by how many people kept him close to their hearts.

I’m extremely proud to have such an extraordinary father. From him, I have received a very big mission and legacy to pass on and I intend to do just that.

I know that I will receive the support I need to make this happen and I am so grateful for all your messages and kind words.

For a long time, my father taught me to be strong and to take care of my family. He loved his family. He made Leicester City into a family. And nothing would make him prouder than to see how the Leicester City family that he built is supporting each other through a time of such sadness.

My dad had a way of teaching me about life and work without making it seem like a lesson. He was my mentor and role model.

Today, he has left me with a legacy to continue and I will do everything I can to carry on his big vision and dreams.

My family and I would like to thank each and every one of you for your sincere kindness and good intentions during the most difficult time for us.

I miss you dad, with all of my heart.
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Now that’s started me off again :(
 
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