Andy Hipkin, Tyre and Wheel Sales Manager at tyre specialist Fieldens, passed away, aged 44 on 29^th September 2014. He had been battling cancer for 3 years.

Andy joined Fieldens in 1993 as a Tyre Fitter and Lorry Driver then progressed through numerous roles here then a sabbatical at Renault Agriculture to the Fieldens Wheels and Tyres Sales Department, eventually becoming Group Sales Manager.

Neil Rosenthal, md Fieldens says "Andy helped me considerably as part of the Management Team when I purchased Fieldens in 2002 and was instrumental in the purchase of Specialised Wheel Services in 2004.  I relied on him for help and advice. He was part of the fabric of Fieldens. His knowledge of UK agricultural and tyres was revered nationwide and he was respected by the machinery and tyre manufacturers / dealers and work colleagues  alike – many being his friends"

"Andy's efforts did not stop at Fieldens. Just a few years ago He, his partner and friends undertook a sponsored trek, raising money for charity, through the Himalayan foothills.  There are no words to express how much we all will miss him. He leaves a gap at Fieldens that we will never fill.  I am sure you’ll join us in extending sincere condolences to Alex, his partner and to all his family"

Andy’s funeral will take place on Tuesday 14^th October 3.45pm at Risby Crematorium, Risby, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP28 6RR, flowers are welcome as are donations to Macmillan Nurses. The wake will take place at Andy & Alex’s house, Coopers Cottage,12a The Street, Icklingham, Suffolk IP28 6PS after the funeral.