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What a loving and sensitive piece about a broadcaster many of us miss.

A very moving tribute.

Nicky, I understand how you feel. Allan Robb was a gem. Dare I say it Mr C you have grown into yourself? This is a beautiful tribute.

Echo the comments above. A loving and moving tribute.

The first voice i heard on five live was Allan Robb after switching from another radio station, he was simply a gem and will be sorely missed, best wishes go to his family and to his good friend Nicky Campbell.

A wonderful warm and loving tribute to a consumate professional from his dear friend which I am sure is echoed by all of the listeners who learned, laughed and loved Allan Robb too.

Whilst I accept the sentiments and have sympathy with Nikki, I have issues about the reporting of the news item:
It states with inference that he was a sufferer of MS - MS is not regarded as a fatal condition, therefore what did he actually die of ?
I raise this as the spouse of an MS sufferer who does not want a misconstruction to be applied to MS, merely a simpathetic clarifacation of the circumstances.

Terrible & distressing news. Like many I'm sure, I loved listening to Allan on 5Live. He had so many qualities, his observational quick witted quips, his ability to adeptly go from a sensitive news story to something light hearted and vice versa. More than anything, I thought his genuine warmth and humility always shone through in his broadcasting. To me, he epitomised what 5Live was always about. The station has been blessed with many broadcasters of the highest order over the years... and he was the best of the lot. My sincere sympathies to his family and colleagues at 5Live, especially Nicky. I've spent the day remembering some of their handovers from Nicky's show to the midday news and managing a laugh & a smile. I'm sure that's what he'd have wanted. Rest In Peace Allan.

Nicely done Nicky - your friend sounds like a truly nice guy. I'm sorry for your loss.

Martin

Extremely sad news just goes to show how short and fickle life can be.

Like Darcy72 at comment 7, I also would like to know what caused the passing of this gentleman.

I have been dealing with the symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis for the past 18 years and do not consider the condition to be fatal.

Some clarification would be appreciated.

7 and 11, is this really necessary on a dedicated column to someone's memory?

A very moving tribute from Nicky, I was at the same school and also suffer from M.S, a misunderstood condition.

Regarding comments 7 and 11; Jaquiline Du Pre, Ronnie Lane, J.K Rowling's mum and many others M.S can be fatal, sadly you can pass away because of medical complications caused by the condition.

Very nice piece Nicky, such sad news.

Nicky, very well written. I heard about this over the weekend; and am so shocked and sorry. I must say, I was thinking about trying to find you, but I'm just off a call with Nicol, who pointed me at this blog.

Nowadays I'm practising law at Grant Smith's in Aberdeen; and my email address is on the web site. If there is anything I might do, please let me know.

I always enjoyed listening to Allan and I am very sorry to hear of his passing. As you say Nicky he was an engaging broadcaster and I am sorry for your loss too and am pleased that I paused here to read this lovely tribute.

Thank you all for your lovely words about Allan. I am his sister and I think it is important to let you know that whilst Allan did indeed suffer from MS, he died because he contracted an acute infection and his body was just weak to handle it. He was the most wonderful brother we had a life full of love and laughter.

I'm sorry that I'm late to this; been having trouble signing in.

First of all Patsy. I am so sorry that you have lost your brother. You and the rest of your family must be devastated and you are all in my thoughts. Whilst Allan is alive in your hearts and minds he will continue to live through you.

Mr Campbell, what a beautiful tribute to your friend, heartfelt but without being maudlin. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us.

Listening to the clips that were played last week of Allen at his broadcasting best made me realise just how much I miss his voice at lunchtimes. Measured and calm, he was always informative, a consummate professional when interviewing someone, amazingly descriptive and you could always feel a sense of fun within on the lighter pieces. May you rest in peace Allan.

Hi Nicky

This is Jon Trowsdale.

Thank you for a beautifully written and very moving tribute to your friend Allan. I have fond memories of the scrapes the pair of you used to get into when we all worked together at Northsound.

Like a certain Indian restaurant in Aberdeen. Best not say any more, in case the Ö÷²¥´óÐã libel lawyers come after after me.

Your piece said it all. It's all so very sad.

With kindest regards

jon

Well, Mr Campbell, I for one was moved to tears by your tribute to Allan Robb. The touching knowing-ness of your piece is heart rending. It is very gratifying in these days of 'personality' to know that someone so loved and admired by us, the ordinary public, took his loyalty to the Ö÷²¥´óÐã so seriously. Clearly Allan's loss is to his family and friends, but please be assured that we, the ordinary folk, will feel it almost as much. For those of us housebound or unable to get about, the Ö÷²¥´óÐã and particularly 5 live, are seen as friends, advisors, and good company on a cold dark night. Bless you Allan Robb for warming our lives when so often the 'real world' want's to make them colder and less human. Goodnight friend.

Allan Robb, the original cheeky chappy. I have only just heared of his death and am sad and in a wee bit of shock. His photo still stands proud in my hallway, i smile at him and all my other GREAT UMC mates everyday. I would appreciate if you would give me a call sometime Nicky.