pitbull1845 Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Very sad news, my sincere condolences to his family and friends. I was always impressed with his positive approach. RIP Dave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Sasquatch Posted August 17, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 17, 2014 Dave's Tetley Mills was in a class of it's own, the attention to detail and atmosphere are well worth a good study. I have been honored to have made his acquaintance through these pages. When emigrating to the States one of the colonies the only 3 magazines I didn't leave behind featured Tetley Mills and Bardon Road. Dave was and will continue to be my greatest source of inspiration. My thoughts are with his family and friends. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom D Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 So sorry to hear this news, RIP Dave, my condolences to his family Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Grafarman Posted August 18, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 18, 2014 The article on Barden Road in Model Rail April 2003 was the spur to inspire me back into railway modelling after a long hiatus. Dave's incredible modelling skills and wonderful attitude to the hobby were unique and inspirational. We need more like him; he will be sorely missed. David Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
manna Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 G'Day Gents With all due respects..........Dave has left the station.................................pity his train left so dammed early. manna Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold The Stationmaster Posted August 18, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 18, 2014 It might almost be too early to say this but I think it would be a fitting tribute if some of Dave's work could be preserved and presented as a true example of inspirational modelling in the new museum at Ashford should that project really get going. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold colin penfold Posted August 18, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 18, 2014 It might almost be too early to say this but I think it would be a fitting tribute if some of Dave's work could be preserved and presented as a true example of inspirational modelling in the new museum at Ashford should that project really get going. Or in view of his subject matter I wonder if the KWVR or East Lancs would have some space for a display Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium PhilJ W Posted August 18, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 18, 2014 It has been suggested that a collection be made at RMweb Live for a cancer charity in memory of Dave. I and quite a few others will not be able to attend RMweb Live for various reasons so could donations be made through RMweb itself? If not through the website itself perhaps through a link to the charities themselves. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
StJamesStation Posted August 21, 2014 Share Posted August 21, 2014 I would like to add my condolences to Dave's family. I did enjoy reading his posts and seeing the results of his amazing modelling skills. It's a timely reminder that we are not here forever and we should make the most of every day. Thankfully there are hundreds of photos and videos of Tetleys Mills 1,2 and 3 to remind us of what can be achieved when you try. Thank you for taking the time to share your passion with us Dave. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ben pez Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 Very shocked to read about the sad news RIP dave. A very talented modeller with a layout that inspired myself and many others. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hybridangel77 Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 Very sad news indeed....Dave will be missed by everyone in the modeling world as he was an inspiration to us all....RIP Dave. Terry Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted August 26, 2014 Share Posted August 26, 2014 Goodby Dave, you will be missed. Andy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve22 Posted August 26, 2014 Share Posted August 26, 2014 Just catching up on Dave's work today after a couple of weeks away. So sad, the tears are flowing for such a gentleman and modeller. And being a Western fan I did so enjoy his comment about GWR branchlines and other such depravity! Dave's final post made us laugh; his modelling skills made us smile and drove us on to better ourselves. As with so many other folk here, my thoughts are with his family. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold NHY 581 Posted August 26, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 26, 2014 Dear me. I have just caught up with all of this. I find that I am moved to tears reading about the passing of a man whom I never knew, yet felt that we were best friends just because we both liked model trains. Mr Shakespeare has gone far too soon but leaves behind a wonderful legacy to other modellers who, I am sure, will gain inspiration from his work for years to come. The image is from Colin Gifford of whose photographs Daves modelling was so evocative. God Bless Rob Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold griffgriff Posted August 28, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 28, 2014 The dark satanic mills of the north will never seem the same again. Wonderful modeller and courageous man. RIP Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium great northern Posted August 29, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 29, 2014 Many thanks for all of your replies. Dave's wife and family know all about the well deserved compliments that have been paid to him as a person and as a modeller, indeed they were mentioned in the eulogy given by his best friend, and have been a great comfort and consolation to Julie. At the celebration after the funeral, I happened to be talking to Julie when one of his oldest friends from school days in Yorkshire presented her with a framed photograph. I was offered a copy, which I gladly accepted, as it show the very start of Dave's modelling life. Christmas 1960- he was 10 years old. I thought you might like to see it. Which one is Dave? The clue is in a prominent facial characteristic. I shall say no more, as he was always a bit self conscious about it. Matters proceed apace regarding memorials and charitable donations. Rather than post the details in two separate places, may I please ask you to look at the Obituaries thread in Modelling Musings for more details? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium great northern Posted September 3, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 3, 2014 Just a note to say that there is now a dedicated and pinned thread in layout topics, where I shall be detailing all the items that are to be sold. So, if you would like to have a bit of this wonderful layout, or some of the stock, or even just a small memento, and to contribute to Cancer Research, please have a look there. If we can help Julie by clearing everything - awful thought I know, but it has to be done - and at the same time perhaps contribute to people in the future not being given a death sentence when they get this awful form of cancer, then we shall achieve something very worthwhile. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Legend Posted September 3, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 3, 2014 Nice picture. Just look at the fun aspect of that layout. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Ray H Posted September 3, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 3, 2014 A thought; The full impact of the demise of Dave's modelling probably won't hit Julie until the last few bits go and the railway room is left completely empty. I wonder whether there are any pieces that she would like to retain - I'm sure that's in hand - or whether there is something we can do to help minimise the impact? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium great northern Posted September 4, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 4, 2014 A thought; The full impact of the demise of Dave's modelling probably won't hit Julie until the last few bits go and the railway room is left completely empty. I wonder whether there are any pieces that she would like to retain - I'm sure that's in hand - or whether there is something we can do to help minimise the impact? Family and friends have already reserved things as mementos Ray, so yes, that is in hand. What we can do when Julie is faced with an empty room I really don't know. She is handling this remarkably well, so I think she will cope. Her concern is that Dave might not be remembered amomg the model railway community. I don't think there is any risk that will happen, but to make sure we shall be setting up at least one annual award to keep his inspiration going. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Colin_McLeod Posted September 4, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 4, 2014 Sincere condolences Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MRDBLUE17 Posted September 4, 2014 Share Posted September 4, 2014 So sad too read of this news.Dave's modelling was certainly very inspirational whenever I saw it on here and in Model Rail. Thoughts with his family at this time. Mark Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
auxie22 Posted September 7, 2014 Share Posted September 7, 2014 Very sad news indeed, Dave was an inspiration both in modelling and in character and Gilbert I'm certain that Julie can rest assured that the modelling community will never forget Dave. Much like many here I didn't know him personally but what I did know of him, he was much more than just a modeller he was mentor a person we could look up to and see that even in the difficult times we can still be upbeat and positive. I believe his character will resound in our hearts and through these forums for many years to come. Peace be with Julie and family and God Bless Jules Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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