Pomas Tribute Night

[harpo1]

What a wonderful turn out, in memory of a much loved, and greatly missed soul fan. The night was on what would have been his birthday, the family had expressed their wish to hold the night, with all proceeds to go to charity, and there were lots and lots of mates, from near and far in attendance.

Firstly i must thank Sean, who was along with Sandi and a few other Willenhall folks, his oldest mate, It was a great tribute not only to Rob, but also to Sean, who along with Roger, Drippin' and others to a lesser extent, who made the night a packer.

Thanks to all the DJ's from not only the West Mid's. but also further afield, the emphasis for the night was on mainly oldies and storming dancers, with everyone playing their part, building the night up with constant dance floor action.

There was a bit of an incident concerning some idiocy in the gents urinal, who the f--k could be so disrespectful, at any time let alone in the specific circumstances. The crowd were so incensed that they all chipped in to the tune of 162 quid, to help pay for the damage, yet as Sean made clear it did not in the slightest detract from the dazzling success of the night.

Thanks to all of Rob's family for their genuine friendship and commitment, god bless you all.

And last but certainly not least thanks to you all for attending, once again a fitting and heartfelt show of affection for a truly great friend.

As before Sandi and i finished off the night, slightly curtailed by the raffle draw, and then by an announcement about the incident mentioned above, here's our plays.

Whispers..."Remember"

Magnificents..."My heart is calling"

Capitols..."Don't say maybe baby"

Jerry Naylor..."City lights"

Milton Wright..."I belong to you"

Jodi Mathis..."Don't you care anymore"

Darrell Banks..."I'm the one who loves you"

Richare Temple..."That beating rhythm"

Duke Browner..."Crying over you"

RPM Generation..."Ronas theme"

Younghearts..."A little togethernes"

Bobby Hebb..."Love love love"

Spyder Turner..."I can't make it anymore"

Doug Parkinson..."I'll be around"

Franki Valli..."The night"...(a special request for the family)

Rob...we love you mate, keep us a seat at the big nighter in "soul heaven"

Harpo

[burt weedon]

well ,well, well, sos tryin to get me breevin rite,,just woke up on the flooor ov me cella,,,,maaan,

i think i had a gud nite? or sumbody did,i got 2punce in me purce..1 e. an wot append 2 that uva stuff..drippin u b------------d.

always gets me..

THANX 4 LETIN ME AV A SPOT, IT WOZ A HONOR 2 DJ WIV DAVE EVO...CARL......PHIL...PROPA GEEZA S..X

MY PLAYLIST.

WOT I WOKE UP IN.??/

AN WHO D FCK R THEESE 2? AMAZIN!!!! THIS AS GOTTA STOP..TRUST ME..

RESPECT TO ALL.XXXXBURT.

[Guest sandi]

Yet again Rob even though no longer with us in the physical sense, has brought together a whole assembly of friends from many parts of the country, all of whom had one common purpose, to be part of honouring the memory of a truly special person, who with his cheeky charm,wit and "Pomarism" won the hearts of many.

That above anything else shone brightly lastnight by the amount of people who attended to pay tribute to a lovely guy,sadly missed........but NEVER FORGOTTEN.

Musically the night was based around the "soulful music " that Rob loved, and the dance floor reflected the appreciation for his taste. Even Hazel(Rob's mom) was up and dancing.

(SPECIAL BIRTHDAY WISHES TO YOU HAZEL FOR TO-DAY).

Like Paul(Harpo) has already mentioned, whoever was responsible for the damage to the Town Hall's property should be feeling pretty disgusted with themselves today, although l suspect we will never know who was to blame. For what it's worth l think l can with confidence say that it was nothing to do with anyone who truely respected Rob, his family,or our elitist soul scene......we may dance all night,sweat buckets and look a sight in the morning after a good allniter etc, but on the whole we can pride ourselves with having certain standards and an unwritten code of conduct.....we would never behave in such a disrespectful manner.......WELL NOT BY VANDALISING ANY VENUE.....EXCEPT WIGAN CASINO WHEN MOST OF US TOOK A CHUNK OF THE BALCONY ON THE LAST NIGHT BEFORE THE BULLDOZERS MOVED IN

Many thanks to Rob's family ,Sean,Roger,Drippin and the others involved in making this night truely "A Night To Remember".

Sandi

[Guest sandi]

well ,well, well, sos tryin to get me breevin rite,,just woke up on the flooor ov me cella,,,,maaan,

i think i had a gud nite? or sumbody did,i got 2punce in me purce..1 e. an wot append 2 that uva stuff..drippin u b------------d.

always gets me..

THANX 4 LETIN ME AV A SPOT, IT WOZ A HONOR 2 DJ WIV DAVE EVO...CARL......PHIL...PROPA GEEZA S..X

MY PLAYLIST.

WOT I WOKE UP IN.??/

AN WHO D FCK R THEESE 2? AMAZIN!!!! THIS AS GOTTA STOP..TRUST ME..

RESPECT TO ALL.XXXXBURT.

, Bloody hell Kenny, we want some of what you had.

[harpo1]

Broke, browbeaten, battered and possibly bummed......now thats what some would call a great end to the night....eh Ken!!...warned you about picking up late night hitch hikers from outside Kinky Boots in Darlo.

[harpo1]

To all of our mates, we are going to keep on playing tunes in memory of Rob at mine for the day, if you wanna pop down feel free, and bring a box of tunes

Harpo

[burt weedon]

trust me guys,,i dow no wot i had. ive just bin tryin to fit me yungests wheel off his bmx to me shaggin lammy.maaan...had 2 sit daarn n revaluate the job...

sorted im avin sum mooooor a. bink.. great nite..well dun 2 u both..burt the mechanic...haha...ive just ad weed,garlic,,lettice..i think it woz cheeeze..on moldy bread..wiv sum at.

all hum grown..........................zippy pa dee doo daah zip

[harpo1]

Lammy, whammy, two pram wheels inside a tupperware container would be an option you could try, not sure if it'll work, if not try hitchin a tow off a trout

[Jenko]

Well if ever there was a reason for me to surface from retirement from the scene , this was it , a tribute to a top lad , god bless you Poma .

Had a crackin evening, nice seeing so many faces from my past ( hope they were as keen to see me ) .

Great seeing Mr Evison after so long even if he is Stoke fan , Harpo , Doddy , Dave Shaw , Kev Burdon to name just a few , couldnt really get round to chatting to everyone , music was top notch , a young lad did a spot about 10 ish , not sure of his name , played a remix of the old Pointer Sisters - Send him back ...... blew me away , still in my head today. maybe see you all again soon cheers ... Paddy Jennings ( and wife Mary )

[Guest the pard]

what a fantastic night this was i new it was gonna be before i even went and im not just sayin it a great venue the best people in the world a lot of people ive known 30 yrs or more nice one sean roger drippinand to all the djs top tunes by all big respect to pomas family ........ thankyou to the bloke who read the raffle tickets out he looked like a dj i know .. pard an jan

[harpo1]

maybe see you all again soon cheers ... Paddy Jennings ( and wife Mary )

It was great to see you two out and about, it's been a long time

Hope to see you soon

Harpo

[harpo1]

........ thankyou to the bloke who read the raffle tickets out he looked like a dj i know .. pard an jan

It was that Harpo...could never shut him up ...maybe i have a hidden talent....i'll see if Corpus Christi needs a bingo caller

"black" no 20 mg"

"minstrels no15mg"

"dex10"

"candy and the kisses 81"

"end tunes..38(three before eight..get it)"

[Guest the pard]

nice one harpo for the spyder turner tune. you and sandi of what little time you had. played top tunes see ya both soon ..ktfl

[mikecog]

This was always gonna be a fantastic party nite from the off!

Everyone there went with one thing in mind,celebrate the memory of our friend and great lad Poma

Brilliant atmosphere , djs all donated their services and complemented to the great nite!

True,alas 1 knob head turned up and tried to dampen things by damaging property in the gents

I can only assume it was sum local who wandered in off the street coz I cant see any decent soul abiding

person do anything like that

Full marks have to go to Sean ,Roger all the people who travelled far and wide to make this a very unforgetfull nite for Pomas family and friends

Welldone !!

Mike & Jan Cog

[Guest Sean Haydon]

Finally got on line. Sorry but i've been busy all day practicing my underwater pipe welding skills. Ken, where the hell you been mate, call yourself a plumber. I know you've got your new interests on the STOCK market but you did say you'd help me.

Do you realise that Roger's been there all night trying to stop The Dripin!

Anyway, Firstly, a great big thanks to all Dj's who gave up their evenings to join us and play from their hearts, Snowy, Max, Kenny (Burt), Scotty, Martin Farmer, Sammy Dee, Dave Evison, Phil Kowalski, Karl Heard, Sandi & Harpo. Everyone played in their own particular style and all Fantastic. Catering for all types of soulies, music, ranging from Gritty R&B, Early Cats sounds, Mecca, Wigan and the more recent nighters, in particular, Burnley for it's cutting edge tunes. Rob's favourite venue of late. To quote Willie, the Dj's cleverly played records that Rob loved.

Special thanks to Sammy for allowing the use of his DJ equipment, despite a few technical problems (the midlands road network and Walsall District Council). Harpo, you are a Star mate, for helping Sammy set up and break down.

Roger's lovely girlfriend Karen for the tedious reception desk task and Dawn (Sammy's girl) for sorting some equipment, clearing up our mess and being so patient.

Thanks also to Poma's nighter friends for taking the trouble to travel to us, Mike & Jan Cog, Kate, Willie, Kit & Karen, Terry & Katrina, Chris & Ingrid, Chris, Marcelle & Carrick, Kev and Sharon, Paul & Clare, Terry, Big Danny and Ladies (A pleasant surprise).

Plus all the more local soulies who had the pleasure of meeting & Loving Rob. Together making this brilliant night so special.

The aim of the night was to show his family just what our scene is all about, that Poma is not forgotten and for us to have a good time. I didn't hear one negative comment, everyone had a great night.

Rob's family absolutely loved it. Thanks for your support and generous donations. A Class night as Poma would have said.

Love to you all, Sean x

The big question is, should we do something similar next year? Please let me have your thoughts.

Edited August 16, 2009 by Shorny

[Guest Sean Haydon]

well ,well, well, sos tryin to get me breevin rite,,just woke up on the flooor ov me cella,,,,maaan,

i think i had a gud nite? or sumbody did,i got 2punce in me purce..1 e. an wot append 2 that uva stuff..drippin u b------------d.

always gets me..

THANX 4 LETIN ME AV A SPOT, IT WOZ A HONOR 2 DJ WIV DAVE EVO...CARL......PHIL...PROPA GEEZA S..X

MY PLAYLIST.

WOT I WOKE UP IN.??/

AN WHO D FCK R THEESE 2? AMAZIN!!!! THIS AS GOTTA STOP..TRUST ME..

RESPECT TO ALL.XXXXBURT.

Ken, those are the girls from the council, going to the bank with our money and the bar takings mate!

Edited August 16, 2009 by Shorny

[Guest Sean Haydon]

Yet again Rob even though no longer with us in the physical sense, has brought together a whole assembly of friends from many parts of the country, all of whom had one common purpose, to be part of honouring the memory of a truly special person, who with his cheeky charm,wit and "Pomarism" won the hearts of many.

That above anything else shone brightly lastnight by the amount of people who attended to pay tribute to a lovely guy,sadly missed........but NEVER FORGOTTEN.

Musically the night was based around the "soulful music " that Rob loved, and the dance floor reflected the appreciation for his taste. Even Hazel(Rob's mom) was up and dancing.

(SPECIAL BIRTHDAY WISHES TO YOU HAZEL FOR TO-DAY).

Like Paul(Harpo) has already mentioned, whoever was responsible for the damage to the Town Hall's property should be feeling pretty disgusted with themselves today, although l suspect we will never know who was to blame. For what it's worth l think l can with confidence say that it was nothing to do with anyone who truely respected Rob, his family,or our elitist soul scene......we may dance all night,sweat buckets and look a sight in the morning after a good allniter etc, but on the whole we can pride ourselves with having certain standards and an unwritten code of conduct.....we would never behave in such a disrespectful manner.......WELL NOT BY VANDALISING ANY VENUE.....EXCEPT WIGAN CASINO WHEN MOST OF US TOOK A CHUNK OF THE BALCONY ON THE LAST NIGHT BEFORE THE BULLDOZERS MOVED IN

Many thanks to Rob's family ,Sean,Roger,Drippin and the others involved in making this night truely "A Night To Remember".

Sandi

Hey Sandi, I've got some of the wigan balcony, what do you think it would fetch on eBay?

Edited August 16, 2009 by Shorny

[Guest Sean Haydon]

This was always gonna be a fantastic party nite from the off!

Everyone there went with one thing in mind,celebrate the memory of our friend and great lad Poma

Brilliant atmosphere , djs all donated their services and complemented to the great nite!

True,alas 1 knob head turned up and tried to dampen things by damaging property in the gents

I can only assume it was sum local who wandered in off the street coz I cant see any decent soul abiding

person do anything like that

Full marks have to go to Sean ,Roger all the people who travelled far and wide to make this a very unforgetfull nite for Pomas family and friends

Welldone !!

Mike & Jan Cog

Mike, You've been dying to use that Wanker smiley haven't you?

Edited August 16, 2009 by Shorny

[harpo1]

Don't know the answer to that one Sean, the Pom will always stay with us in hearts and minds, as do Bryn, Phil, Randall and Crispi to name just a few dear friends we have lost, often in such tragic circumstances over the years...each of us has special memories of nutty escapades, assosciated tunes etc...etc...

I know if you do go ahead, everyone who was there last night will be back.......a mark of true love and respect for Poma.....who's laddish'ness and choice Willenhall phraseology, never stopped making us laugh, always with him but never at him, for the rest of our days we will be able to smile as we recollect, on times, tales and outings spent with him

If the family want to go ahead then who are we to say no, they have taken us to their hearts, and i'

m sure the depth of love we have for Rob, must give them some comfort

Harpo(i'm sure Sandi will feel as i do, she will no doubt air her thoughts too)

See you Tues.---Paul H

[Guest littlemissoul]

Well if ever there was a reason for me to surface from retirement from the scene , this was it , a tribute to a top lad , god bless you Poma .

Had a crackin evening, nice seeing so many faces from my past ( hope they were as keen to see me ) .

Great seeing Mr Evison after so long even if he is Stoke fan , Harpo , Doddy , Dave Shaw , Kev Burdon to name just a few , couldnt really get round to chatting to everyone , music was top notch , a young lad did a spot about 10 ish , not sure of his name , played a remix of the old Pointer Sisters - Send him back ...... blew me away , still in my head today. maybe see you all again soon cheers ... Paddy Jennings ( and wife Mary )

Hi Jenko

That young lad was Sammy Dee but he's not that young (god he will kill me for that )

[Guest littlemissoul]

Sammy has asked me to say a big thank you to all the people that helped him set up at the beggining and pack away at the end of the night special thanks to Harpo, Chris and Ingrid Mick Cog Kitt Roger and Drippin Sean If I forgot to mention your name big thanks anyway. We wouldnt of got home as quick as we did without all your help and the council would of been charging us more money. Hopefuly it will be repeated next year it was great to see so many people who still hold Poma close to their hearts and lots who were prepared to travel. Sammy would also like to apologise to one and all especially Poma's Mom as he couldnt get the DVD of Poma out on the floor to work but I am sure Poma was there with us all anyway. Big thanks as well to Martin Farmer and Julie and Micky for coming from the south and also Terry and Karina

Love to you all

Sammy Dee and Dawn xXx

[Guest rod]

Well 'arpo me old mate... I remember Rob was a year or 2 above us in school & as he hung around with all the big kids (you lot) everyone was shit scared of him ha ha. Not a bad bloke, he went out with my bezzie mates big sister (Julie Jones) & they went to Wigan a lot (via "Jethro's cocaine coach") & Sunday alldayers at the Locarno. I met a good mate in the 80s (Jimmy Harney from Pleck- remember him ?) ,bit older then me, who told me "I was gonna do him one nite...not a bad lad, he used to take some right fuckin' powder". Must say I don't remenmber him too much from niters but his kid sister (Charmaine) went out with Mark Freeman, who's dad owned the "Charles In The Oak" pub, Just up the road from us. Up the mamallers !

[Quinvy]

Well done to Sean and his team for organising this night for Poma. The place was rammed, and I hope plenty of dosh was raised for charity. I really can't believe that someone would behave like an animal and try to spoil a very special night. It was a pleasure to be involved, and to meet some lovely people. A real unexpected pleasure to see my friends from Northants. So well done one and all.

Phil.

[Guest soul elite]

Finally got on line. Sorry but i've been busy all day practicing my underwater pipe welding skills. Ken, where the hell you been mate, call yourself a plumber. I know you've got your new interests on the STOCK market but you did say you'd help me.

Do you realise that Roger's been there all night trying to stop The Dripin!

Anyway, Firstly, a great big thanks to all Dj's who gave up their evenings to join us and play from their hearts, Snowy, Max, Kenny (Burt), Scotty, Martin Farmer, Sammy Dee, Dave Evison, Phil Kowalski, Karl Heard, Sandi & Harpo. Everyone played in their own particular style and all Fantastic. Catering for all types of soulies, music, ranging from Gritty R&B, Early Cats sounds, Mecca, Wigan and the more recent nighters, in particular, Burnley for it's cutting edge tunes. Rob's favourite venue of late. To quote Willie, the Dj's cleverly played records that Rob loved.

Special thanks to Sammy for allowing the use of his DJ equipment, despite a few technical problems (the midlands road network and Walsall District Council). Harpo, you are a Star mate, for helping Sammy set up and break down.

Roger's lovely girlfriend Karen for the tedious reception desk task and Dawn (Sammy's girl) for sorting some equipment, clearing up our mess and being so patient.

Thanks also to Poma's nighter friends for taking the trouble to travel to us, Mike & Jan Cog, Kate, Willie, Kit & Karen, Terry & Katrina, Chris & Ingrid, Chris, Marcelle & Carrick, Kev and Sharon, Paul & Clare, Terry, Big Danny and Ladies (A pleasant surprise).

Plus all the more local soulies who had the pleasure of meeting & Loving Rob. Together making this brilliant night so special.

The aim of the night was to show his family just what our scene is all about, that Poma is not forgotten and for us to have a good time. I didn't hear one negative comment, everyone had a great night.

Rob's family absolutely loved it. Thanks for your support and generous donations. A Class night as Poma would have said.

Love to you all, Sean x

The big question is, should we do something similar next year? Please let me have your thoughts.

Thankyou sean,

we had a brilliant nite. the venue had a good atmosphere and of course loved the people there, yes! you must make it an annual event. Even though i didn't know Poma its a great occasion to see all of his friends together of which i have come to know and have come to love.

Katrina xxx

[Jellybean]

Finally got on line. Sorry but i've been busy all day practicing my underwater pipe welding skills. Ken, where the hell you been mate, call yourself a plumber. I know you've got your new interests on the STOCK market but you did say you'd help me.

Do you realise that Roger's been there all night trying to stop The Dripin!

Anyway, Firstly, a great big thanks to all Dj's who gave up their evenings to join us and play from their hearts, Snowy, Max, Kenny (Burt), Scotty, Martin Farmer, Sammy Dee, Dave Evison, Phil Kowalski, Karl Heard, Sandi & Harpo. Everyone played in their own particular style and all Fantastic. Catering for all types of soulies, music, ranging from Gritty R&B, Early Cats sounds, Mecca, Wigan and the more recent nighters, in particular, Burnley for it's cutting edge tunes. Rob's favourite venue of late. To quote Willie, the Dj's cleverly played records that Rob loved.

Special thanks to Sammy for allowing the use of his DJ equipment, despite a few technical problems (the midlands road network and Walsall District Council). Harpo, you are a Star mate, for helping Sammy set up and break down.

Roger's lovely girlfriend Karen for the tedious reception desk task and Dawn (Sammy's girl) for sorting some equipment, clearing up our mess and being so patient.

Thanks also to Poma's nighter friends for taking the trouble to travel to us, Mike & Jan Cog, Kate, Willie, Kit & Karen, Terry & Katrina, Chris & Ingrid, Chris, Marcelle & Carrick, Kev and Sharon, Paul & Clare, Terry, Big Danny and Ladies (A pleasant surprise).

Plus all the more local soulies who had the pleasure of meeting & Loving Rob. Together making this brilliant night so special.

The aim of the night was to show his family just what our scene is all about, that Poma is not forgotten and for us to have a good time. I didn't hear one negative comment, everyone had a great night.

Rob's family absolutely loved it. Thanks for your support and generous donations. A Class night as Poma would have said.

Love to you all, Sean x

The big question is, should we do something similar next year? Please let me have your thoughts.

Hi Sean,

A big thankyou to you and everyone else involved for putting this night together for our beloved Poma it was a fantastic night we thoroughly enjoyed it.It was great to see so many friends aswell,some of em we hadn't seen in ages So its a BIG YES from us to do it again next year Sean

And as for the DICKHEAD or DICKHEADS that did the damaage

Loads of love Helen & Mart xxxKTFxxx

Edited August 17, 2009 by JELLYBEAN

[Guest soul elite]

Hi Sean,

A big thankyou to you and everyone else involved for putting this night together for our beloved Poma it was a fantastic night we thoroughly enjoyed it.It was great to see so many friends aswell,some of em we hadn't seen in ages So its a BIG YES from us to do it again next year Sean

And as for the DICKHEAD or DICKHEADS that did the damaage

Helen & Mart xxxKTFxxx

CUCUMBER !!!!!!

haha xxx

[Jellybean]

CUCUMBER !!!!!!

haha xxx

Don't know what you mean by that Katrina???? xxxxx

Edited August 17, 2009 by JELLYBEAN

[Jenko]

Hi Jenko

That young lad was Sammy Dee but he's not that young (god he will kill me for that )

Yoing to me , but the lad did a brill spot , all in all a superb nite cheers...... Jenko

[Guest ian e]

Hi Sean,

Mate take a bow,and all who helped organise POMMAS night,it was quality night,full of quality people, tunes, and atmospere,and quite emotional at times,saw one of Rob's brothers shed a few tears,took him to one side and said "your kid deserved this night",he hugged me and said big man that means a lot to me.

I found that very touching,we all knew POMMA deserved this night,and mate as for next year you have to do it,mate I was going to knock my C I N night on the head,but the folks who came said you gotta do it,and it makes you realise what a wonderful bunch of quality people all soulies are,and the same applies to you Sean you gotta repeat the night next year.

I cant think of a person who was not having a brilliant night Saturday,me and my mates,thought it was an amazing night.PLEASE SEAN DO IT AGAIN !!!!!

Excellent sets and DJ'S and an excellent crowd, long may it continue to run,I am sure POMMA would have been a proud man looking out on us all.

God bless you all for doing it

PS, Dont want to dwell but hope the who caused the damage is proud,but it should not detract from what was a TOP CLASS NIGHT.

See ya next year Sean (please)

Ian Edwards

[Guest Tiny]

Great night!

Well done to everyone involved.Shaun, I hope you decide to do this again next year!!

I'll try to stay sober next time!I did have an excuse,(I'd been to the Wolves V West Ham match),hope I didn't offend to many folks by wearing my West Ham top;-)

Big Col.

Edited August 17, 2009 by Tiny

[Soulgrit]

Would like to say a big thank you, 'what a top night I had', the place was 'buzzing' and you could tell that everyone was having a great time, brilliant atmosphere and all the dj's played great spot's, a good mix of music to suit everyone. I could picture looking over the dance floor and seeing Poma, shirt off and giving it all.

Shame that some idiot/s had to leave his/their brain's at home, if the've got any .

A special thank you to Sean/Jayne and Dawn/Dave/Joe for your hospitality , I normally drive straight back home and that's the 1st time i've stayed over and it was a nice change to rest my weary old bone's.

Well done Sean, Roger and anyone else who helped to put this celebration on .

My only complaint was 'who drank the bar dry' .

Willie

[Guest Sean Haydon]

Great night!

Well done to everyone involved.Shaun, I hope you decide to do this again next year!!

I'll try to stay sober next time!I did have an excuse,(I'd been to the Wolves V West Ham match),hope I didn't offend to many folks by wearing my West Ham top;-)

Big Col.

Cheers Col, Glad you enjoyed it. You could wear what you like mate, who's gonna argue with ya?

[Guest Sean Haydon]

Would like to say a big thank you, 'what a top night I had', the place was 'buzzing' and you could tell that everyone was having a great time, brilliant atmosphere and all the dj's played great spot's, a good mix of music to suit everyone. I could picture looking over the dance floor and seeing Poma, shirt off and giving it all.

Shame that some idiot/s had to leave his/their brain's at home, if the've got any .

A special thank you to Sean/Jayne and Dawn/Dave/Joe for your hospitality , I normally drive straight back home and that's the 1st time i've stayed over and it was a nice change to rest my weary old bone's.

Well done Sean, Roger and anyone else who helped to put this celebration on .

My only complaint was 'who drank the bar dry' .

Willie

It was a pleasure to have you stay over Willie, a true gent. My only complaint is, Where was the Kilt?

[Guest Sean Haydon]

Hi Sean,

Mate take a bow,and all who helped organise POMMAS night,it was quality night,full of quality people, tunes, and atmospere,and quite emotional at times,saw one of Rob's brothers shed a few tears,took him to one side and said "your kid deserved this night",he hugged me and said big man that means a lot to me.

I found that very touching,we all knew POMMA deserved this night,and mate as for next year you have to do it,mate I was going to knock my C I N night on the head,but the folks who came said you gotta do it,and it makes you realise what a wonderful bunch of quality people all soulies are,and the same applies to you Sean you gotta repeat the night next year.

I cant think of a person who was not having a brilliant night Saturday,me and my mates,thought it was an amazing night.PLEASE SEAN DO IT AGAIN !!!!!

Excellent sets and DJ'S and an excellent crowd, long may it continue to run,I am sure POMMA would have been a proud man looking out on us all.

God bless you all for doing it

PS, Dont want to dwell but hope the who caused the damage is proud,but it should not detract from what was a TOP CLASS NIGHT.

See ya next year Sean (please)

Ian Edwards

Nice post Ian, thank you. Many people found the night quite emotional, but a very fitting way to remember our Soul Brother. Hope to see you at your CIN

Sean

[Guest fido]

wot a bostin nite just got ova it, poma wud b dansin in the grate allnita in the sky. sarnds that he luvd. must make this an anual event plz . our luv 2 pommas family. as 4 the rokin horse brain person or persons say no mor. hope 2 c u all next time. luv +ktf. fido, shirley xxx

[burt weedon]

Hi ya shooorny. sos m8 must av passed out sun. wot a great nite. ? no reely loads ov people av phoned me an sed they loved it,a lot ov the old gits i no. Anyway m8 put me down 4 a ticket an a spot if there is one. THE OWD TERTA,(TRACE)/(MANDY) WER PISSED OUT THERE YEADS,had to tell the taxi driver i woz special forces,or e wor gunna let us out the bloody cab...any way mate we av got to sort another for next year....great nite,gud wishes to poma,s family, thanx to all..respect...BURT....OHH ALRITE AN TRAAAACE...X

[mrs soul]

WELL DONE TO ALL CONCERNED WHO PLAYED A PART IN THIS MEMORIAL NITE FOR POMMA, I,M SURE HE WOULD HAVE BEEN SO TOUCHED , AND LETS THINK HE WAS LOOKING DOWN AND HAVING A RITE GOOD LAUGH, IT WAS A BRILLIANT TURN OUT, AND THATS SO GOOD, IT SHOWS HOW ""WELL RESPECTED HE WAS,"" IN THIS SOUL FRATERNITY OF OURS,WE ALL DID HIM PROUD, ONE WAY OR ANOTHER, AND HE IS SORELY MISSED, I,M NOT GOING TO COMMENT ON THE OTHER, IT TAKES AWAY WHAT THE NITE WAS ALL ABOUT, I,M SURE A HELL OF A LOT OF HARD WORK AND ORGANIZING WENT INTO SAT NITE, AND IT ALSO GAVE ME THE OPPORTUNITY TO CATCH UP WITH SOME FOLK WE AINT SEEN FOR A LONG LONG TIME, ITS OBVIOUS THAT A LOT OF PEOPLE WENT TO THE TROUBLE OF MAKING THE EFFORT TO SUPPORT THIS NITE IN MEMORY OF HIM.WELL DONE ALL OF YOU

[burt weedon]

I WOULD JUST DEARLY LIKE TO SAY THANX TO EVERY PERSON WHO ATTENDED FROM WOT EVER CORNER OF THE SCENE ITS CLAIMED TO BE...

JUST GO,S TO SHOW..ITS ABOUT THE PEOPLE/MUSIC AND RESPECT. END OF THE DAY,ONE FOR ALL.ALL FOR ONE..WHO NEEDS POLITICS..NOT US...

KEEP THE FAITH....FOLKS..UR AMAZIN....B.

[Jellybean]

I WOULD JUST DEARLY LIKE TO SAY THANX TO EVERY PERSON WHO ATTENDED FROM WOT EVER CORNER OF THE SCENE ITS CLAIMED TO BE...

JUST GO,S TO SHOW..ITS ABOUT THE PEOPLE/MUSIC AND RESPECT. END OF THE DAY,ONE FOR ALL.ALL FOR ONE..WHO NEEDS POLITICS..NOT US...

KEEP THE FAITH....FOLKS..UR AMAZIN....B.

Nice 1 Burt

Love JB xxx

[Jenko]

I WOULD JUST DEARLY LIKE TO SAY THANX TO EVERY PERSON WHO ATTENDED FROM WOT EVER CORNER OF THE SCENE ITS CLAIMED TO BE...

JUST GO,S TO SHOW..ITS ABOUT THE PEOPLE/MUSIC AND RESPECT. END OF THE DAY,ONE FOR ALL.ALL FOR ONE..WHO NEEDS POLITICS..NOT US...

KEEP THE FAITH....FOLKS..UR AMAZIN....B.

Burt were you the guy singing on the mike when doing your spot ... now thats passion mate you were really up 4 it cheers Jenko

[Guest MrC]

what a great night it was! Sean, Rog, Drippin' and the rest of you did the lad proud! I'm sure Pomma was up there lookin' down and enjoying the tunes that were done (Well done Harpo/Sandi for playing the best looking record in the world - Ronas Theme -Issue!)

It was a shame someone had to spoil it but hey, there's always one wherever you go, and you can be sure it wasn't anyone that was there because it was a memorial for Pomma.

I had a great time, 1st time I've been out to a "proper" northern night since last time I was at Darlo Town Hall 6 years ago! Was real nervous before I set off, having not seen so many of the old Wolvo crowd for quite some time, but hey I shoulda known better, and really do want to say a huge thankyou to Sean & Jane, Harpo & Sandi, Roger, Baz, Chris, Dusty, Kev, and their attendant partners for making Clare (my other half, who isn't really a "soulie") feel so welcome and for making sure she didn't feel left out while I took off going "shit! ain't heard this in ages - gotta have a dance"! I do think hearing me & the rest of you "spakin proper" helped! She has since taught my 3 yr old to say Bostin' and Baz, she's still loffin' at the Toys am we joke!

Pomma would have been proud of you all, always been ready to make friends, and embracing anyone he was introduced to.

It's been said already but it really was a night that did everyone proud and we're so glad we came - already working on where to go next! Sean & Jane, Hapro & Sandi - we're stayin' at yours!

Peace, Love, & Soul

Paul & Clare

[harpo1]

[ Hapro & Sandi - we're stayin' at yours!

Peace, Love, & Soul

Paul & Clare

[Guest sandi]

Hey Sandi, I've got some of the wigan balcony, what do you think it would fetch on eBay?

That all depends Shamus......If it has chuddy on it or not !!

[Guest sandi]

Finally got on line. Sorry but i've been busy all day practicing my underwater pipe welding skills. Ken, where the hell you been mate, call yourself a plumber. I know you've got your new interests on the STOCK market but you did say you'd help me.

Do you realise that Roger's been there all night trying to stop The Dripin!

Anyway, Firstly, a great big thanks to all Dj's who gave up their evenings to join us and play from their hearts, Snowy, Max, Kenny (Burt), Scotty, Martin Farmer, Sammy Dee, Dave Evison, Phil Kowalski, Karl Heard, Sandi & Harpo. Everyone played in their own particular style and all Fantastic. Catering for all types of soulies, music, ranging from Gritty R&B, Early Cats sounds, Mecca, Wigan and the more recent nighters, in particular, Burnley for it's cutting edge tunes. Rob's favourite venue of late. To quote Willie, the Dj's cleverly played records that Rob loved.

Special thanks to Sammy for allowing the use of his DJ equipment, despite a few technical problems (the midlands road network and Walsall District Council). Harpo, you are a Star mate, for helping Sammy set up and break down.

Roger's lovely girlfriend Karen for the tedious reception desk task and Dawn (Sammy's girl) for sorting some equipment, clearing up our mess and being so patient.

Thanks also to Poma's nighter friends for taking the trouble to travel to us, Mike & Jan Cog, Kate, Willie, Kit & Karen, Terry & Katrina, Chris & Ingrid, Chris, Marcelle & Carrick, Kev and Sharon, Paul & Clare, Terry, Big Danny and Ladies (A pleasant surprise).

Plus all the more local soulies who had the pleasure of meeting & Loving Rob. Together making this brilliant night so special.

The aim of the night was to show his family just what our scene is all about, that Poma is not forgotten and for us to have a good time. I didn't hear one negative comment, everyone had a great night.

Rob's family absolutely loved it. Thanks for your support and generous donations. A Class night as Poma would have said.

Love to you all, Sean x

The big question is, should we do something similar next year? Please let me have your thoughts.

Sean, you and Rob's family will get my backing regarding putting on another Poma Tribute Night next year........and the year after that ditto ditto ditto.

This event cemented the unity and soul togetherness the scene should be all about.

Long may it continue.

Sandi

[Guest MrC]

Damn! Return of the fat fingers! Trust you to notice! - God, I miss you lot!

Paul x

[ Hapro & Sandi - we're stayin' at yours!

Peace, Love, & Soul

Paul & Clare

Who's this Hapro, and whats he doing with my girlfriend????????

Great to see the prodigal one, back in town, and looking well.....look forward to your stay

Paul x

[Guest sandi]

Damn! Return of the fat fingers! Trust you to notice! - God, I miss you lot!

Paul x

It's great to have you back Paul, and looking so well too.

Hope we see you real soon.

Love you,

Sandi and Hapro oooops l mean Paul AKA Harpo xx

Who's this Hapro, and whats he doing with my girlfriend????????

Great to see the prodigal one, back in town, and looking well.....look forward to your stay

Paul x

[burt weedon]

Burt were you the guy singing on the mike when doing your spot ... now thats passion mate you were really up 4 it cheers Jenko

JENKO,SOS MATE FOR LATE REPLY.FCKIN VIRGIN CUT ME OFF FOR A BIT..YEP THAT WOZ ME.THATS WHY IKEEP GETTIN THE SACK..GLAD U ENJOYED IT MATE,,GUD LUK BURT