[Mike Barrio]

Just read on the FFF forum that Steve Parton passed away today ..... Steve was a real character and will be missed by many!

Best wishes
Mike

[Sandy Nelson]

Thats a shame.
Used to be a good laugh whenever you phoned him for something.

RIP Steve

Sandy

[Hamish Young]

Indeed a great shame, an innovator and a character that will sorely be missed.

H

[Euan Innes]

Aww, that has ruined my day.
There goes another fishing character. I had the pleasure of having him moan at me that Harris tweed was a tough to sew when he made me some rod bags, from my own material.  And I loved the way that Shakey tubes were "exact" copies of Spartons except for the 180 degree seat design. 
Who's laughing now? Steve Parton is!
Rest in peace Steve, and long may your rudder steer you on the right course! 

 

[Rob Brownfield]

No more sweary conversations on the phone about various American blanks..lol.

Certainly a larger than life character. I wonder what will happen with Sparton?

[Peter McCallum]

Sad news  , his catalogues were always a great read.... nothing to do with the tackle but his comments were priceless.

[Eddie Sinclair]

All,
I have to agree this is sad, Although he did not sound it he was a Scotsman and was a great laugh on the phone when ordering bits and pieces, he will be sadly missed.

Eddie.

[Allan Liddle]

Very sad news, another big character gone.
Thanks for all the craic Steve.