Rod Blackstone

Bryan Degerlund · 5 Dec 2005, 12:20 (Ref:1477330)

Due to receive a Special Achievement for 50 years marshalling at the BRSCC SE Dinner-Dance last Saturday, Rod tragically was taken from us on Saturday morning.

Rod, flagging on post 24 (pits entrance) at Brands Hatch, was a permanent ficture, whether for a full International or just him and a course marshal at a clubbie.

He was a mentor and trainer to many who have gone on to "higher" roles and will be sorely missed.

Sincerest condolences to Rod's wife amd family,

RIP old friend,

Bryan

jonbryant · 5 Dec 2005, 13:17 (Ref:1477370)

That's very sad Bryan. Most of us who attend Brands knew Rod and I'm sure we'll all miss him.

RIP sir.

goforit500 · 5 Dec 2005, 13:19 (Ref:1477375)

Echoed in full....

Always a well flagged post - One that you just "know" is telling you right...

Condolences to all who worked at Post 24 and of course to all his loved ones...

RIP

Stoowert · 5 Dec 2005, 13:30 (Ref:1477380)

A very sad day. I'm lost for words.

RIP old mate!

Bodysnatcher · 5 Dec 2005, 14:08 (Ref:1477414)

I can only echo what the others have said, Rod will be missed.

**Stephen Green** · 5 Dec 2005, 14:49 (Ref:1477428)

Rod's funeral will take place on 13th December at Medway Crematorium at 1.00pm

Rod's wife, Barbara, would welcome any marshal or driver who wishes to attend.

To Barbara and the rest of Rods family, on behalf of the British Motorsport Marshals Club, I extend sincere condolances. Our thoughts are with you all at this a very sad time.

Stephen Green
National P.R.O.

EvilPumpkin · 5 Dec 2005, 14:53 (Ref:1477430)

I only marshalled with Rod once - at the Festival this year. A genuinely nice man with a great sense of humour. I'm desperately sorry to hear this. Please pass on our condolences.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam

CombeMarshal · 5 Dec 2005, 18:03 (Ref:1477556)

I never knew him, but I pass on my best wishes to his Family and friends, RIP Rod

Mark Mitchell · 5 Dec 2005, 21:43 (Ref:1477753)

Same as Lee above - very sad news. Condolances to his family & friends.

**Stephen Green** · 5 Dec 2005, 22:31 (Ref:1477796)

For any of you who are interested, I have received the following message from Rods family via Mildred of the BRSCC:

Rod's family have asked that donations (not flowers) to British Polio Fellowship

be sent to Bourne's of Dartford 118 The Brent Dartford DA2 6DE

Gridlock · 5 Dec 2005, 23:29 (Ref:1477853)

I only worked with Rod a couple of times but had a word with him at many meetings. I very nice man always with a positive and friendly word. Condolances to his family & friends. A very sad day for us all.

Eddy V · 6 Dec 2005, 08:26 (Ref:1478034)

The same as Gridlock for me. He was a wonderful man and I will miss him a lot. It was always a pleasure working with and talking to him. RIP Rod.

archaic gold · 6 Dec 2005, 16:38 (Ref:1478350)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stephen Green

Rod's funeral will take place on 13th December at Medway Crematorium at 1.00pm

Rod's wife, Barbara, would welcome any marshal or driver who wishes to attend.

To Barbara and the rest of Rods family, on behalf of the British Motorsport Marshals Club, I extend sincere condolances. Our thoughts are with you all at this a very sad time.

Stephen Green
National P.R.O.

I can only repeat, as Chair-South East Region BMMC Stephens sentiments above.; Rod will be sorely missed on the Brands Marshalling scene. I.personally, on many occasions officiated as an Observer on Post 24, and never had to worry about what was happening on 'the Tower'; I knew it was in very good hands. My last memories were of Rod, having been asked to ensure he was picked up from 'on-Post' after each day off the A1 GP Meeting, something I was very pleased to do, by one of the Minibuses coming off the GP loop. I am sure Rod will keep the Pit Lane open for us when we ALL join him at that Race Course in the Sky!!

Novice · 6 Dec 2005, 20:25 (Ref:1478486)

I am sat here not really knowing what to say. Rod always had time to talk to you at signing on or recall tales about most of the Brands Marshals both old and new. Rod will be sorely missed and post 24 will a lonlier place without him.

May you rest in peace Rod.

Alan

**Peter Mallett** · 7 Dec 2005, 12:23 (Ref:1478870)

Please extend my condolences to Rod's family and friends. RIP Rod.

bacon sandwich · 12 Dec 2005, 04:53 (Ref:1482050)

I have been thinking about him all week. I think you said everything very nicely there Al.
Still shocked - will be much missed for a very long time to come.
RIP Rod.