Tributes have been pouring in overnight following the confirmation that Jamal Haider, famous for being the owner of the incredibly popular Jamal’s takeaway on Bridge Street in Hereford, has sadly passed away.
Jamal was so popular. Everyone in Hereford and miles beyond knew of him and his wonderful food. The number of people that must have stepped through the doors over the past few decades is in the tens of thousands. The man is a legend in Hereford and certainly somebody who will never be forgotten.
Flowers have been laid outside Jamal’s Kebab Shop on Bridge Street in Hereford.
Here are a selection of tributes that our followers have been sending in over the past few hours:
Diane Rogers: Oh my goodness what sad news my thoughts and prayers to all the family. I first met Jamal when we came to Hereford to look for a house over 36 years ago a true gentleman may he rest in peace.
Bruce Dowell: He had the patience of a saint when some of his more oiled customers were a little rowdy. Lovely guy.
Alison Clegg: Out of the Crystal Rooms and straight into Jamal’s. Best chicken kebabs and onion bhaji’s ever. RIP Jamal x
Kim Whittingham: My husband is gutted. He loved Jamal and his doner kebabs, onion bhajis and his lasagne xxx
Sharon Sweetinglis: I can not express how saddened I am to read this sad post . Like most people of Herefordshire will know this man made the best food , especially his amazing kebabs . He was such a hard working man ,a total gentleman and such a wonderful kind person . RIP Jamal
Ellie Munro: When I used to call him he knew my voice and used to say “everything no chilli Ellie” will be missed so so much x
Ian Armitage: Rest in peace, a true gentleman and so committed to serving the best food to his customers. Always friendly and never a bad kebab.
Amy Marpole: Jamal your going to be missed . Thinking of the family at the time . Thank you for all the brilliant food that you made us . I’m going to miss your laughs
The owners of The Den Restaurant on Bridge Street said: We are very saddened by this news today. Jamal was a lovely man and an integral part of Herefords food scene. He will very greatly missed by many people. Our thoughts are with his family. Rip Jamal.
