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Title: A sad day for Swindon Robins Fans.
Post by: leefer on Sunday, January 11, 2009, 22:14:25
Bob Kilby ex Swindon Speedway Star dies today aged 64...he died from cancer at his home in Stratton its been reported...i used to watch Speedway regular and he was a top notch very brave rider,i can remember him with Ashby Andersson etc.....he was a real star for the Robins..RIP.


Title: Re: A sad day for Swindon Robins Fans.
Post by: alanmayes on Sunday, January 11, 2009, 22:22:13
RIP Bob.There's an obit on the Robins website...

http://www.swindon-speedway.co.uk/name-News-article-sid-1757.phtml


Title: Re: A sad day for Swindon Robins Fans.
Post by: Anteater on Sunday, January 11, 2009, 22:50:09
In speedway circles an absolute legend ! RIP Bob. Thanks for all the great memories.


Title: Re: A sad day for Swindon Robins Fans.
Post by: Nomoreheroes on Monday, January 12, 2009, 05:38:43
Oh bugger! RIP 'Killer', you were an absolute legend.



Title: Re: A sad day for Swindon Robins Fans.
Post by: ronnie21 on Monday, January 12, 2009, 07:46:38
A real local boy made good story, his lightning starts were his trademark.  RIP Killer, proud to have called you a mate back in the 60s and 70s.


Title: Re: A sad day for Swindon Robins Fans.
Post by: pumbaa on Monday, January 12, 2009, 08:14:56
Very underrated and one of the most exciting riders of his generation. Condolences to family. RIP Bob.


Title: Re: A sad day for Swindon Robins Fans.
Post by: ronnie21 on Monday, January 12, 2009, 18:33:10
Nice piece about him in the Adver tonight.