Steve Hudson

[Ally]

Having had little to no internet recently, i have only just heard this very sad news today, on the towpath. I understand he suffered a stroke? That brought back everything that happened for our company last winter, and my heart goes out to his family and friends, knowing a little of the turmoil they must be in right now. Boatbuilding is certainly not the most relaxing of businesses.

 

Condolences to those he leaves behind.

 

RIP Steve.

[The Anonymous Bard]

Deeply shocked and saddened to have just learned of this terrible news, I had the pleasure of meeting Steve on a number of occasions both at Glascote and Crick and he was a very genuine chap.

 

Deepest sympathies to his wife, his daughters, his friends and all of those who knew him.

 

R.I.P Steve.

[nicknorman]

Deeply shocked and saddened to have just learned of this terrible news, I had the pleasure of meeting Steve on a number of occasions both at Glascote and Crick and he was a very genuine chap.

 

Deepest sympathies to his wife, his daughters, his friends and all of those who knew him.

 

R.I.P Steve.

Maybe you would consider re-posting your "Hudson Heaven" photo collection?

[Loafer]

Having had little to no internet recently, i have only just heard this very sad news today, on the towpath. I understand he suffered a stroke? That brought back everything that happened for our company last winter, and my heart goes out to his family and friends, knowing a little of the turmoil they must be in right now. Boatbuilding is certainly not the most relaxing of businesses.

 

Condolences to those he leaves behind.

 

RIP Steve.

 

From the Owner's blah, he had two strokes, the second of which obviously called 'time'. Could someone tell me how old he was? He didn't strike me as a potential stroke victim. Much the opposite, I'd say. I imagine his family are in tatters. And so his workforce, who I understand loved him.

 

One thing's for sure - his boats will live on - and carry his name around the canals for many years to come.

[churchward]

 

From the Owner's blah, he had two strokes, the second of which obviously called 'time'. Could someone tell me how old he was? He didn't strike me as a potential stroke victim. Much the opposite, I'd say. I imagine his family are in tatters. And so his workforce, who I understand loved him.

 

One thing's for sure - his boats will live on - and carry his name around the canals for many years to come.

read the OP

 

I see the SM Hudson website is now only showing a flag at half mast all other content is unavailable. Understandable of course but I hope it is not the end of the company.

Edited December 6, 2014 by churchward

[Ally]

I believe he was 57, same age as my co director when he had a stroke last winter.

[DaveC]

 

 

I see the SM Hudson is now only showing a flag at half mast .............

And upside down!

[alan_fincher]

I see the SM Hudson is now only showing a flag at half mast

 

 

And upside down!

 

Possibly although the flag takes its inspiration from the real thing, it is not a fully accurate representation of the original article?

[Loafer]

I believe he was 57, same age as my co director when he had a stroke last winter.

 

Blimey. A year younger than me.

 

If it's any consolation, Steve is the only happy one over in Glascote.

[The Pipe]

 

 

 

Possibly although the flag takes its inspiration from the real thing, it is not a fully accurate representation of the original article?

I think your right.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1135545/Embarrassment-No10-Union-Jack-flies-upside-down.html

[Athy]

 

 

 

Possibly although the flag takes its inspiration from the real thing, it is not a fully accurate representation of the original article?

Damn you Mr. F, just when I have run out of greenoes!

BRILLIANT! (and not disrespectful in my view).

[mark99]

Damn you Mr. F, just when I have run out of greenoes!

BRILLIANT! (and not disrespectful in my view).

 

Funny I thought the opposite tbh.

Edited December 6, 2014 by mark99

[Rod a mod from Tod]

 

Funny I thought the opposite tbh.

 

Me to. I couldn't see the difference from what Jim Riley has been pilloried for.

Edited December 6, 2014 by Rod a mod from Tod

[mayalld]

And upside down!

Unless they have changed it since your comment, I think not!

[jenlyn]

Damn you Mr. F, just when I have run out of greenoes!

BRILLIANT! (and not disrespectful in my view).

Hmmmm, funny old world!

I found the remark quite bad taste.

[nicknorman]

Hmmmm, funny old world!

I found the remark quite bad taste.

Blimey, we agree on that one! I suppose it is the difference between joking about the death of a public figure whom you have never met, vs making a joke out of the death of someone you do know and respect, and perhaps more importantly, know the family left behind, and know they are at their lowest ebb. Edited December 6, 2014 by nicknorman

[chazzy]

Unless they have changed it since your comment, I think not!

Yes the website has been updated and some information added. I would like to add my condolences to Steve's family at this sad time.

[Boondock]

Just seen this and would like to offer my condolences to his family and employees. Although we opted for another builder the colour scheme and fake rivets were inspired by his boat Stanley and I thank him for that.

[DaveC]

Unless they have changed it since your comment, I think not!

They have indeed changed it.

 

Dave

[Athy]

 

Funny

By which you mean "not funny". Funny (?) old thing, the English language.

 

Alan's remark was a clever parody of what many people have said about Hudson boats. I cannot see any way in which it could be construed as a personal criticism of Mr. Hudson himself. But, people who go looking for a fight are generally able to find one if they try hard enough.

[Tuscan]

By which you mean "not funny". Funny (?) old thing, the English language.

 

Alan's remark was a clever parody of what many people have said about Hudson boats. I cannot see any way in which it could be construed as a personal criticism of Mr. Hudson himself. But, people who go looking for a fight are generally able to find one if they try hard enough.

Maybe not that 'clever' when the poor man has just died.

[Athy]

Maybe not that 'clever' when the poor man has just died.

I'll say it again using short words. There was no cri-ti-cism of Steve Hudson in Alan's post.

[Phil.]

By which you mean "not funny". Funny (?) old thing, the English language.

 

Alan's remark was a clever parody of what many people have said about Hudson boats. I cannot see any way in which it could be construed as a personal criticism of Mr. Hudson himself. But, people who go looking for a fight are generally able to find one if they try hard enough.

There is a time and a place and I would suggest this is not it. IMO this thread following the initial post should be reserved for those who wish to show their respect and or offer condolences to family and friends of Steve. If people want to make clever remarks perhaps start a new thread and leave this one free for people to reflect on a good boatbuilder but more importantly a decent man.

[Kendal]

Well said Phil - greenie

Edited December 7, 2014 by Kendal

[Athy]

There is a time and a place and I would suggest this is not it. IMO this thread following the initial post should be reserved for those who wish to show their respect and or offer condolences to family and friends of Steve. If people want to make clever remarks perhaps start a new thread and leave this one free for people to reflect on a good boatbuilder but more importantly a decent man.

I believe that Alan had paid appropriate respects, as had I. You are entitled to your opinion on what constitutes the correct content of any particular thread - as are all your CWF colleagues.

 

Regarding the flying of the Union flag upside down: this is a distress signal, so perhaps it was done on purpose as a symbol of the distress which his staff felt at his sudden passing.