Mechanical Memories Magazine

Issue: 2007-May - Issue 13

Farewell Maurice
Now, before I continue, I should state that this is not an obituary! As many of you will
know, Maurice and Pat Felce will shortly be retiring to Cyprus, but before they depart
these shores, I thought it appropriate to say a few words.
As one of the elders of our hobby, having started collecting back in the 70s, there
are few who don't know Maurice. And if you know Maurice, then you'll also know Pat-
they come as a pair! They have both been staunch supporters of our community, often
travelling long distances to attend the various events, shows and auctions. Indeed, it was
on one such occasion that I first met Maurice. Although I'm sure we must have met
previously, I first recall speaking to Maurice when they travelled down to Hastings in
1999, for the opening day of ' Remember When?' on the pier. More recently, it was good
to see them both, with Graham Millard, at Slotties' Day Out at Brighton last September.
Above: A couple of restoration jobs, which will shortly be going to Cyprus
Opposite page and front cover: Some of Maurice 's favourite machines
which will also be departing these shores.
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As a collector of such longevity, there's not much Maurice doesn't know about the
machines we all collect, and I know many who have benefited from the vast knowledge
he has gained over the years. His passion and enthusiasm for our hobby has not waned or
diminished, and in retirement Maurice intends to occupy himself with the jobs that most
ofus never get around to completing, or even starting - 'projects'!. Maurice has amassed
a good number of restoration jobs over the years, and whilst Pat enjoys the Cyprus sun,
Maurice will finally have the opportunity to bring some rare and interesting machines
back to their former glory. Although Maurice has had to sell much of his collection
recently, a number of his favourite machines will be leaving with him, and as the projects
come back to life one by one, Maurice and Pat will once again see a fine collection
emerge in their new home.
I know we will all miss Maurice and Pat, although hopefully they will have the
chance to visit occasionally. But I'm sure we all wish them both a very happy
retirement and the very best of luck for the future.
Two more restoration jobs, a rare Handan-Ni British Bulldog
and an extremely interesting B.M.Co machine, thought to be unique.
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