Very sad news

[klordger1900]

Bittern & dust - two words which mean a lot to so many people. It would be wrong to try and make any jokes at this time so I will leave that to headline writers. What a way to go though on the footplate of a wonderful loco doing what he loves best. From what I read of him this would have tickled his sense of humour. God bless.

[richard thompson]

Sad loss to the world of steam and railways. Condolances to his family and friends.
Richard

[Matthais-mouse]

Sorry to hear this, much respect to the family.

[colchesterken]

I have often thought many steam fans would like to be cremated in the firebox of their
favorite engine. I am sure he would like to go in Bittern for the final trip
---I know the health and safety people would not allow it

[bramleyman]

With All due respect, he went doing a thing he was so obviously good at, as well as Loved doing. Even though I never met him, RIP Paul, and Thank You for giving Millions, so much enjoyment in life from Your work.

From what I have already read, you Will be sadly missed.

[norman yates]

Originally Posted by jay

With great regret steam driver/fireman and diesel driver Paul Kane collapsed and died while firing A4 60019 from York to Kings Cross on Saturday night.

Paul was a Carlisle man from the days of steam who I spent a good deal of time with. His knowledge, laughter and advise will be greatly missed.

RIP Paul. The trip to mallaig will never be the same....

RIP Paul Kane a Legend of the main line crews, you will be sadly missed Condolences to family.