GEORGE PETCH

Well known Grimsby motorcycle dealer George Petch passed away recently, aged 74, after a long battle with cancer. Until his recent retirement, George, along with his wife Anne, ran his Honda dealership, George Petch Wheels, in Brighowgate, Grimsby. George had a lifelong passion for both motorcycles and cars, something he turned into a successful career and business. After first working in Grimsby car dealerships, George took on responsibility for Freddie Frith Motorcycles in Victoria Street, Grimsby, after Mr Frith retired and the business was acquired by local businessman John Dixon. George and Anne then took the plunge and acquired Ray Grommet’s motorcycle dealership in the town, renaming it Wheels. The business eventually moved to Brighowgate, in 1995, selling both Honda and Suzuki. George was a great friend to many and a very popular motorcycle dealer who helped many local racers without any fuss. Over 300 people attended his funeral at Grimsby Crematorium, a measure of just how popular he was. All at Classic Racer send sincere condolences to his wife of 47 years, Anne, and all his family and close friends. Malc Wheeler