RIP Steve Stares - Funeral 8th January

[ALANGRUMPY]

Very sad to report that Steve lost his brave fight against cancer this morning.

My deepest sympathy's to all his family and friends. And all marshals and officials who knew him at Thruxton, brands, goodwood, etc.

[M Greenslade]

So very sad, top bloke who along with Eddie always came with a smile on his face, top marshal and a pleasure to work alongside, he will be sorely missed.

RIP

Bladders......................

[Mr.Orange]

My deepest sympathy to Steve's family.

One of the good guys gone to the big circuit in the sky.

'Cooking mushrooms will never be the same'
If you know the story, you will know what I mean!!!!!
Ken.

[Andy Johns]

Sad Sad news. What a character. It was always good to have both he and Eddie in my team. He needed action though. I'll always remember one trip to Croix where I put him just round the corner after post 3 doing repeat yellow flag. He was BORED STIFF!!!!
Rest in peace Steve, we will miss you.

[Chigley]

Oh no! tragic news. Steve you will be sorely sorely missed, your humour and banter were legendary. My condolences and sympathy to his family.

RIP Steve

[gravel_monkey]

never knew the man but always sad when this happens in the orange family.
best wishes to all his friends and family and this difficult time.

[IJSGWD]

Steve spent a day with us on the motor circuit, a trip in a Cobra and a fast ride in the circuit Subaru, sadly missed by us all.

Take it easy, a sad moment for all.

Ian

[Stuart H]

Sad news.
Look after the fire bottles for us Steve.

[White flag man]

Never knew Steve either, but it's always sad to lose one of our brothers, especially at this time of year. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends.

[Bryan Degerlund]

Sad, sad news.

RIP Steve.

[Stephen Green]

On behalf of the BMMC I would like to offer sincere condolences to Steve's family.

Over the years I have worked witrh Steve many many times, he has always been happy and the first to rib you about anything that he could think of. The days on Post 4A at Brands (Rogers Bunker) were always full of action and a great sense of team spirit, something both Roger and Steve instilled in everyone.

Sadly I missed seeing him on his last day at Goodwood this year but I will always remeber Steve as he was, a larger than life, warm and genuinely friendly marshal who always had time for a joke and to help others.

Steve, RIP and don't lose your sense of humour up there.

[PVDA]

It's always sad when we lose one of our family and I extend my thoughts and condolances to his family & friends from all of us 10/10thers down under.

[jonbryant]

Sadly I'd been fearing this thread for a while but it doesn't make it easier to read. We'll miss you Steve. You really were one of the good guys. Rest easy fella.

[Bodysnatcher]

Like the others on here that knew Steve, I too am really sorry to hear of his death, even tho as Jon said, we knew it was coming.

Definately an action man, but a truly good natured bloke. Andy, just the thought of what he would be saying at the bar after spending a day doing repeat yellows has me chuckling.

Stephen puts it mildly when he says Steve would "rib" you about anything. Personally I found he enjoyed taking - winding you up, but like all the best team players, was just as happy if you could find something in turn to wind him up about.
Miss you mate.

[Middle_BBG]

So sad to hear this. Steve and Eddie made a good team, full of mischief, humour but steadfast in their duties, and always livened a post by their presence.

Steve stood as a shining example of courage through dignity. My deepest heartfelt sympathy to his family.

Mike P.

[EvilPumpkin]

We're very shocked and saddened to hear this. I've spent some fun days on post with Steve at Brands.

Our sincerest condolences to his family and friends.

[MADMAX999]

Post 4a will be lost without Steve's larger than life presense.
My best memories are from the mega BMW explosion and Steve grabbing the open door to stop the car spinning. The other would be Steve and myself turning the hut round with Roger trapped inside and unable to get out.
It was a pleasure and a great laugh to work with Steve, gone but never forgotten.

[Norbert]

I had the privilege of being Steve's observer on one of the few days he managed this year. When you saw Steve on your crew list you always knew that you were in for a good day, both with the banter and knowing that any incident would be handled quickly and efficiently.

Condolences to Steve's friends and family

[Kitten Kat]

You will be missed by all of us Steve, you always brightened up our days even on the wettest of days. You were a legend and will never be forgotten.

My deepest sympathies are with his family and friends.

R.I.P. Steve xx

[BSA Susie]

As mentioned before, I knew this day was coming, but ever so sad even so.

It was great to see him again giving out the lunches at the Revival this year, even though he was half his usual size. I was able to give him a huge hug and kiss and a final ribbing about the time he put contaminated petrol in his bike and was stuck at post 7 at Thruxton waiting for the AA!

Bless him, rest in peace Steve.
I'm sure Gerry Marshall and a few others will buy you a beer up there.

[JonT]

Very sad news.

Steve was one of our team at Molcomb for the Festival of Speed and always kept us entertained throughout the three days. But I knew that when necessary (fairly frequent at Molcomb) he was an excellent and reliable marshal.

Every year we would wait for when he would colourfully say that this would definitely be his last year, as we sat around awaiting some delay to end. And now sadly he will not be there, but we will always remember him.

JonT

[Nick Kirby]

Sad Sad day.......I for one will miss Steve and Eddies Rescue Crew throwing....you had to be there or ask Alan Taylor.

RIP matey.

[Gonfra]

So saddened by this news. RIP Steve

[Paul Millard]

Very sad news indeed, Steve was always so friendly and willing to help. I’ve heard a saying on my travels you’re here for a good time not a long time Steve certainly managed to have a good time. I know my life is richer for knowing him,
Rest in peace Steve

[Wet marshal]

Sad news.

Steve was one of the good guys,always willing to help. I remember him at Thruxton,sprinting to an incident! and joking with the Driver.

Sadly missed.