Comments for Bournville Harriers

Comment on Very sad news by Peter & Ian Stewart

Peter & Ian Stewart — Fri, 18 May 2012 14:48:28 +0000

We first met Joe when we Joined Birchfield Harriers in 1960, he was one of the top junior (under 20) 800 metre runners in the country, but had time to chat and encourage us. He road a big side valve BMW, which he would give us rides on round the Car park at the old Birchfield Ground. This is where Ian started his love affair with motorbikes, which he still has to this day, he has just bought a new Harley, and Joe was to be first on the list to see it.

We used to see Joe on a regular basis and discuss the demise of British Endurance Running, and of course motorbikes. Drinks down the Brook will never be the same Joe you will be sadly missed. Pj & Ian

Comment on Very sad news by Sarah Connors

Sarah Connors — Fri, 18 May 2012 09:18:57 +0000

I’m so very sad to hear Joe has passed away. We did our massage training together and always met up at Alexander Stadium at the trials. He would keep us all entertained with his stories. I was so pleased when I moved back to Birmingham and realised we were treating the same patients as I always knew they were in good hands.
Joe we will miss you as a person and a great masseur.

Comment on BVH Kit Under New Management by Lesley Proctor

Lesley Proctor — Thu, 17 May 2012 17:21:09 +0000

Have made a mistake with the date… sorry it clashes with next committee meeting so have brought it forward to 28th May 2012 after club run.

Sorry for any confusion!!! xxx

Comment on National Masters Road Relays – Ladies – 12 May 2012 by Jude Glynn

Jude Glynn — Thu, 17 May 2012 16:23:36 +0000

Brilliant Well done everyone- sorry to have missed it- hope to be there in the next one Lesley helping make up a…er..more senior (or more masterful?!) team!

Comment on National Masters Road Relays – Ladies – 12 May 2012 by Lesley Pymm

Lesley Pymm — Thu, 17 May 2012 16:05:27 +0000

Looks like they’ve sorted the results and they have Kathryn down as 22.37 – well done! We were 12th in the W35s.

It was great to have a female Masters team out, let’s get more Masters running in these events (so that I don’t have to pretend to be a W35!)

Comment on Very sad news by Darrius Burrows

Darrius Burrows — Thu, 17 May 2012 09:49:46 +0000

Very sad to hear about the passing of Joe Lewis last week. My thoughts are with Pam and family.

Joe was a great bloke who had a lot of time for everyone. Joe coached me for a while and did my massage for many years. I knicknamed him Jesus because i said he had healing hands!

Top man. I will miss him.

Comment on Very sad news by Jo R

Jo R — Wed, 16 May 2012 21:34:57 +0000

Goodnight, God Bless Joe. May you rest in peace. With love, Jo R x

Comment on Kingsbury Classic – 8 May 2012 by Kathryn Doudican

Kathryn Doudican — Wed, 16 May 2012 20:52:51 +0000

Well done on a fantastic set of performances everyone!

Comment on Very sad news by Jane Massey

Jane Massey — Wed, 16 May 2012 07:12:19 +0000

I was so very sorry to hear the news of Joes passing. He was a great encouragement when running was a big part of my life. Many happy memories of times spent at Rowheath.
Condolences to Pam and family. Jane x

Comment on Very sad news by John Tourt

John Tourt — Tue, 15 May 2012 22:01:39 +0000

How incredibly sad – I remember Joe from the early days of Rowheath – in the 80′s and 90′s – he always seemed to have time to encourage and motivate all the club members no matter what their ability was – a real inspiration and honourable man – with always a positive approach and good sense of humour. Apart his encouragement in training sessions – I always remeember the time and help he gave trying to organise (fairly) the Club Christmas Handicap. Thanks Joe for all your time and motivation. Best wishes to Pam and Joe’s family