“ Fran was such an amazing colleague. So helpful, patient, friendly and always interesting in conversation, especially about experiences in his life. I always enjoyed going to visit Fran in Production, especially in Botley where you would find classical music playing in his corner.
There were many times when I would take something mechanical to Fran as I knew he would know how to fix it and extend its useful life. He would always gladly help, find exactly the tools required and use the opportunity to teach you something at the same time. It felt really like a father-son experience and we would fix it together sometimes.. I never again want to unwind a Manfrotto tripod all the way so the little bits inside fall out, but I’m thankful for the lesson learned and the experience with Fran putting it back together again!
He will be sorely missed and my thoughts go out to Yvonne and his whole family. ”