Family's grief as biker dies

Angela Murphy • Published 29 Jul 2009 14:34 2 Comments

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A MUM has paid tribute to her 'wonderful' son who tragically lost his life in a freak road accident.

Fraser Armour died after his motorbike veered off the road and crashed into a wall in Kilmacolm.

The 24-year-old was driving in Auchenbothie Gardens on Friday July 24 when the tragic accident happened.

He was rushed to Inverclyde Royal Hospital but, despite doctors' best efforts, passed away a short time later.

Devastated mum Marion, 53, said: "It's a complete tragedy - he was a wonderful son.

"Fraser was the most safety-conscious person you could meet.

"He was just visiting from Aberdeen where he was living and went out on his bike to meet an old friend for lunch.

"Fraser had all the possible safety equipment on that day. He actually used to tell off other bikers if he saw them driving without a helmet.

"It was a split-second thing - his chest hit the wall straight on, so all the safety gear in the world couldn't save him."

Fraser had been living in Aberdeen with his Polish girlfriend Magda Borek where he was a geography teacher at Peterhead Academy.

He was an experienced rider, getting his first bike for his 21st birthday but had only been driving his beloved Aprilia 1000 motorcycle for four months.

Tragically, the sports fanatic was only home to be fitted for his uniform after deciding upon a new career with Strathclyde Police.

He was due to enrol at the Jackton training centre on August 31.

Heartbroken Magda, 27, said: "He was my entire life - I don't know what I'll do without him.

"He was so popular and always made me laugh when I was feeling stressed about my studies.

"The range of friends that he had was incredible - all ages and backgrounds.

"He wanted a more stable career as he couldn't guarantee getting a permanent teaching job so he applied for the police.

"I'm just devastated - it still hasn't sunk in."

Fraser's mum added: "For this to have happened to a boy as careful and safety-aware as Fraser is unbelievable.

"My message to other bikers would be - please be extra cautious."

Flowers have been laid at the spot where the former Gourock Academy pupil died, and the entire village has been shocked by the news.

Friends and neighbours in Rannoch Road have rallied round to support Marion, dad Willie, 59 and younger sister Morven, 22.

The Gazette's Kilmacolm columnist Geraldine McCullough called Fraser a 'lovely boy'.

She said: "Fraser had all life had to offer before him.

"He was such a lovely boy.

"Such a tragic loss - all our thoughts are with his family at this time."

At the the time of going to press, the date for Fraser's funeral, which will take place at the Old Kirk in Kilmacolm, has not been decided as a post mortem is to be carried out.

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kieran
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Aug 9, 21:38
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Mr Armour Was G Great Teacher at Peterhead Academy I send my Love To His Family And Friends And Can Not Believe That He Has Gone Now And He Was A Great Chap Nice Talkative Person Our Class Went On A Geography Trip To Burn O Vat He Was One Of The Leaders Sorry For You Loss Love Kieran xx

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Rebecca
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Mar 3, 15:03
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Fraser was one of the greatest man i knew. he was one of my dads closest friends, and from what i have heard, a really good teacher. i was in shock when my dad came home that nite as fraser and himself where suppose to be going to the moto gp in doninton. my dad was so upset over frasers death as they where motorbike buddies. they where both out n their motorbikes the first day they met and had become friends ever since. Fraser will be missed and it is still hard to believe that i wont arrive home from school with him sat there because he has bunked of school. that was what made him the best teacher in the world to me even though he was not my teacher. But friends will be friends forvere even if they are no longer around and i will never forget him and neither will the rest of my family and his family. Fraser was a legend and it is sad that he was one of the people on this earth that was chosen to go at that time!!! we miss u fraser and we will look after ur family for u!!! :,( xxxx

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