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Driver Bill Andrews to retire

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  1. railway

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    http://rail-news.com/2010/10/07/steam-driving-legend-to-retire-in-december/
     
    railway, Oct 7, 2010
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    We all knew it was coming but he will be sorely missed non the less.
     
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    The mainline steam scene wont be the same without Bill. I always find him a true gent he always has a smile and a kind word for everyone. His driving skills are legendary as members of this forum will know. I hope he enjoys a long and healthy retirement.

    Brian
     
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    One of life's true gentlemen. He always made time to speak to support crew members and make them feel part of the railway family.
     
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    And all those who have been lucky enough to travel with him on the footplate will know what a perfectionist he is.
     
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    A fine gentleman, and legendry footplateman. He will be missed dearly from mainline steam. And hopefully the younger generation can follow in his footsteps!
     
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    WCRC are working him hard still, he was in charge on 6233 today from Carnforth to Crewe.
     
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    Will he 'retire' to a Heritage Railway or will we really seen the last of him after his last trip? There is a gold mine of information there which would be a shame to lose.
     
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    I believe he will be taking a more active role at the Heritage Centre.
     
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