lunababymoonchild Report post Posted July 15, 2014 That was a lovely tribute Angel, thanks for posting. Yes, still very much missed on this site and I'm sorry to hear that Momo has only just heard and isn't a regular any more. I knew her briefly and would like to know her again. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iff Report post Posted July 15, 2014 thank you for posting the tribute, angel Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brightphoebus Report post Posted July 16, 2014 Oh how strange - this morning I received an email from Momo (older BGO members will remember her) expressing sorrow at the death of David. She had only just discovered the news in an email from me, sent to a little used account. That, and the lovely tribute you've linked to from his friends David & Joy, have brought a tear to my eye this morning. David is still very much missed. I felt tearful too. It was an unexpected gift to feel his presence again. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hazel Report post Posted July 16, 2014 Gosh, that was lovely. I keep in touch with David's mum - she recently sent all David's PS3 games to me for the boys which is nice to know they are still being played as much as David played them. She is, of course, very lonely without David but seems to have the strength that I couldn't imagine having in similiar circumstances. I recently was up in Skye and thought of David a lot because I spoke to him so much about my love for the island that he wanted to visit it one day. I always sent him postcards and a memento of each trip up there. This was the first visit that I didn't need to do that ritual and it hurt. Gosh. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hazel Report post Posted July 16, 2014 And very good luck to Angel in her chosen path. X Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grasshopper Report post Posted July 29, 2014 Angel, I somehow missed your post about the tribute to David and also about you beginning the copywriting course. Have just been reading about both and I thought the tribute was lovely and do appreciate the link, thank you. The coincidence is special as well, many good wishes for your success and enjoyment. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cassie Report post Posted August 5, 2014 Wonderful to read that tribute to David, thanks for posting it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Apple Report post Posted August 6, 2014 (edited) Hello I have only just found out about the sad loss of David and I felt compelled to come back and add my tribute to him. I have read through the comments here and the thing that shines through in all of them was that everyone loved David, he was respected and loved by everyone on this site. I have been a very sporadic poster and I haven't been around for a couple of years or so due to various things which have been going on, and before that things were a bit hit and miss but when I did make an appearance David was always one of the first to genuinely and kindly welcome me back. When I virtually opened my big tactless gob a few times and over reacted to situations, David was always the one who assured me I had done nothing wrong and done nothing to be ashamed of or to apologise for and even went as far as to say that my contributions were worth something, I didn't know him personally, but I always got the vibe from him that he was a good man, who was scrupulously fair, kind, generous and respected everyone's point of view. To put it simply I liked him a lot. My very belated thoughts go to his family and real life friends. Edited August 6, 2014 by Apple Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
momac Report post Posted August 6, 2014 Hello Apple - good to see you on here - someone mentioned that you hadn't been around for a while. Hope you stay around. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Barblue Report post Posted August 6, 2014 Wonderful to see you again Apple. Hope we see lots more of you now. I don't think any of us will ever get over the loss of David. When I occasionally trip over one of his comments I feel as if he is still with us. Even reading your lovely words today made me emotional all over again. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squirls Report post Posted October 14, 2014 I've just logged onto this site for the first time in well over a year and can't believe the news about David and find myself in tears and somewhat shocked by that fact. It is of course by now old news for you guys although still keenly felt I'm sure. My condolences to all,particularly Hazel. I wish I could think of the right words, but what could I add that hasn't already been said so eloquently. The world has lost a true gentleman Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
megustaleer Report post Posted October 15, 2014 So pleased to see you back Squirls, but sorry that you had to come back to such distressing news. Yes, David is still missed, and I for one have shed another tear today. I hope you will be back again soon. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Flingo Report post Posted December 29, 2014 Like Squirls, it's been a very long time since I've visited BGO and have only just seen this. I am so very, very saddened and sorry to read this thread. David was such a big part of BGO, not just his contributions on the boards but the support he gave us in he early days when he became a moderator. This time of year is one for reflection and I now intend to read back through some of my favourite old threads, so many of which David commented on, and enjoy his humour and insights. Much love to all BGO members and David's friends and family. xxx Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thumbsucker Report post Posted December 30, 2014 As others above, I have returned after a long absence. I didn't post much but remember David welcoming me warmly. It says a lot that when trying to recall the name of this forum, it was his name that was easier to recall. Reading through the tributes above, it is clear what a wonderful soul he had to touch so many through this site. My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends x x x Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nellie Report post Posted December 31, 2014 I too have only just found this thread. It is terribly sad news. David seemed like such a lovely person. My thoughts go out to his family and friends. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
megustaleer Report post Posted January 22 Five years - Still sorely missed Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Binker Report post Posted January 22 I agree, Meg. Very sad loss. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lunababymoonchild Report post Posted January 22 Too sad to speak of Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brightphoebus Report post Posted January 23 We looked forward to his posts every day. Such an intellect, and so kind and wise. Such a loss. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hazel Report post Posted June 8 I recently changed one of my bedrooms into a proper library, lined the walls with bookshelves, bought a reading chair and side table, proper reading light, painted the walls dark green and I placed David’s bust of Terry Pratchett on the side table. It seemed fitting and a nice place to remember my friend. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Minxminnie Report post Posted June 9 Sounds lovely Hazel - and even lovelier that you have something of David's there. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Binker Report post Posted June 10 Hazel, it is very gratifying to think of you with a room like that. I was just thinking about David and his lovely sense of humor. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hazel Report post Posted Tuesday at 18:57 It’s a nice room. Somewhere I can escape too. The irony is, I have never read Pratchett, maybe need to rectify that. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
