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Lucy Mccarthy
Jim Ramsbottom
March 20th, 1939 - March 12th, 2021
March 20th, 1939 - March 12th, 2021
Honest Jim the Bookie, Castlefield visionary and fag smoking, straight talking Manchester legend.
Join us to remember the life of Jim Ramsbottom
Thursday 9th September - 2pm onwards
Dukes 92, Castlefield, Manchester
Come along to raise a glass and share some memories.
All are welcome.
Arrangements for the Funeral of James (Jim) Ramsbottom
Thursday 1st April, Agecroft Cemetery & Crematorium, Pendlebury, M27 8SS 11.30am Funeral cortege will leave from Dukes 92, Castlefield The procession will travel through some areas of Manchester and Salford which were particularly special to Jim 12.30pm - Service at Agecroft Crematorium Chapel, followed by the burial 1.30pm - Service ends Due to covid restrictions the service inside the chapel is family only Family flowers only please If you have any questions please call Broadoak Independent Funeral Services on 0161 7947499
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Harry Johnston Obe
I knew Jim very well, we were rivals but good humered ones, I remember telling him about abseiling over the river wall into the old tunnels under Deansgate in front of the Cathdral and us discussing what we could do with them,if MCC would play ball with us, they wouldn't,what a missed opertunity, he was a fantastic visionary and it was a pleasure to work alongside of him, we shared a great enthusiasm for Salford/Manchester history. The last project I did,was with his son James,we designed and created the outside bar at Dukes to look like a 1800s old railway goods wagon,agreeing it would enhance the historic connection with the first railway passenger station on Liverpool Road, that was built by my ancester George Stephenson. My belated condolences ( out of country) to Jean and the Ramsbottem family.
Chris
I’ve come to this very late via an MEN story. An ordinary man doing an extraordinary job. Rare to find someone who grew up “on the streets”, building a business and having a vision for those streets and making it happen. I’d Loved to have met you. Thanks from a Manc.
Steven Meert
I’ve just seen this obituary and am so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. Jim (and Jeannie) were friends of my parents and regular visitors through my childhood. Jim, the sentiments you expressed when my father was close to dying were wonderful and I’ll remember them always. Condolences from myself and Fiona on behalf of our family, my love and best wishes to Jeannie/ James and all xx
Brian Daley
I knew you a short time, and in that time you straightened me up. remembered always
Lucy Mccarthy
Join us to remember the life of Jim Ramsbottom Thursday 9th September 2pm onwards Dukes 92, Castlefield, Manchester Come along to raise a glass and share some memories. All are welcome.
Colin Lyne
So sad to hear of Jim’s death. I knew him quite well when I worked on the Salford City Reporter. Followed the creation of the Mark Addy from its raw state to grand opening. A great loss, but he left a great legacy. Thanks Jim.
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