OBITUARY: Ron Byford

33/18 News was saddened to learn of the passing of former Chiswick Comets rider Ron Byford who died after a long battle with Myelofibrosis on Friday February 7th, 10 days before his 85th birthday. Not only did he ride for Chiswick but he was also associated with the Swindon club, an association that ran from when he relocated to Swindon (from West Molesey in Surrey) right up until his death. He was also involved in motorised speedway as team manager at Swindon (where he also had a spell as their promoter) as well as Exeter

Ron’s funeral will take place on Friday 28th February at 11.15am at Kingsdown Crematorium and after at The Village (De Vere), West Swindon
Family flowers only and any donations to the Speedway Riders Benevolent Fund