The passing of Roy King

[Phil Rees]

It is with the deepest sadness and regret  that I have to inform you of the passing of bowyer Roy King
Roy was without a doubt the finest bowyer of his generation and his ground breaking work with the Mary Rose Trust popularised the use of the medieval long bow.
He was a man of outstanding talent and generosity and many will mourn his passing

God bless you Roy

[adb]

I didn't know the man personally, but he sounds like someone I should have met, and would have enjoyed. To all those who were close, my condolances.

[bow-toxo]

It is with the deepest sadness and regret  that I have to inform you of the passing of bowyer Roy King
Roy was without a doubt the finest bowyer of his generation and his ground breaking work with the Mary Rose Trust popularised the use of the medieval long bow.
He was a man of outstanding talent and generosity and many will mourn his passing

God bless you Roy

I'm sorry to hear that. I corresponded with him back in the 70's and am one who mourns his passing.

                                                                              Erik

[Yewboy]

I only met Roy on 3 or 4 occassions and am very saddened by this news.

R.I.P Roy.

[ratty]

very sad  news 

my thoughts are with his family.

[jb.68]

A great loss, not only the man, but the knowledge, experience and skill that he has taken with him.

God bless you Roy.

[Rod]

 I remember meeting him at the Meriden Clout where I enjoyed his company. He will also be remembered for his lifelong interest in flight shooting at which he was an expert.

Rod.