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Post by Deleted on Apr 14, 2011 9:36:04 GMT
I'm deeply saddened to read about this.
I didn't know Dave personally but did see him in the Video 125 production.
Belated condolences to Dave's family and friends.
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Post by undergroundwomble on Apr 14, 2011 22:26:24 GMT
It is very difficult to know what to say when so many wonderfull things have been said by people who knew him well. I confess that I never met him but I kind of got a feeling that I would have liked him, there are many things on his website that made me smile when I read them. I am certain that he is in a better place, probably discussing their undergroud system!
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Post by delenn on Apr 21, 2011 13:00:56 GMT
I know I am a little late, but account approvals are taking a while.
I just wanted to say I have been a lurker here for years, and really appreciated all the work Dave put into this site over the years.
I hope this forum can live on bearing his name for many years.
My condolences to his family.
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Post by Deleted on May 5, 2011 12:30:59 GMT
Hi all, i had no idea about dave  and as i never knew him sounded like a great guy, my thoughts are with his family. |
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Post by exlumole on May 5, 2011 15:28:49 GMT
I`ve been entertained, amused and informed by "District Dave" for quite a few years and have only just returned after being off-line for a couple of years. So I`ve only just learnt of the very sad news of the loss of David. I never met David, but felt a kindred spirit in our love of the LU. My thoughts are with his family and friends.
RIP Dave, you will forever be missed and never forgotten.
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Post by Deleted on May 22, 2011 14:49:36 GMT
I've heard of District Dave before (as if I couldn't have done so what with the name of this forum!) and I never heard anything bad or negative. Sadly I never had what would without a doubt have been the greatest of pleasures of meeting him in person.
I remember the day I heard about Dave's passing. Sunday 20th March 2011. I was online and chatting to a friend when he mentioned it, I assume after having just logged into this very forum and then seeing the announcement. A sad day indeed.
My sincerest condolences go out to his family and friends for their loss.
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Post by Deleted on May 29, 2011 13:31:46 GMT
Very sorry to hear of the loss of Dave. Hope his family and friends are OK.
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Post by Dom K on Nov 21, 2011 14:27:59 GMT
I'm sure the MODs wont mind me bumping this thread... Just spent some time reading from the District Dave website and if no-one has read the story of District Dave, then they should, it's a fantastic read and I'm sure still brings a tear to even someone who has read it many times... Take a look guys www.districtdave.co.uk/html/district_dave.html |
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Post by a60 on Mar 17, 2012 9:59:11 GMT
It has been one year since Dave died, but through the forum and website his memory lives on....
I'm sure I speak for all of us when I say that you are sadly missed Dave....
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Post by metman on Mar 17, 2012 11:16:05 GMT
Certainly. It is a credit to Dave that the forum existings and is still well managed. He would be very proud to know that the forum is still alive and kicking.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 17, 2012 14:15:47 GMT
... still well managed.... Metman is absolutely right. It is a sad to hear the vitriol, contempt and rudeness in so many people's attitudes this days. As an example I, for my sins, am a lifelong Arsenal supporter but I have long since stopped visiting the Gooners Web forum simply because of the foul language. DD discussions, however are generally courteous, respectful of differing opinions, helpful and informative and at times good amusing fun. I am sure Dave would indeed be proud. |
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Post by superteacher on Mar 17, 2012 15:15:19 GMT
Can't believe it's been a year. Agree with the comments that Dave would be proud that his legacy has continued through this site.
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Post by Dom K on Mar 17, 2012 15:44:58 GMT
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Post by Colin D on Mar 17, 2012 18:15:59 GMT
I can't believe it's been a year either. Still remember looking at the announcement and tearing up.
I agree with what has been said so far today, Dave you are missed.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 17, 2012 19:16:06 GMT
And in his memory today, a District line train payed a visit to South Ealing :-)
Miss ya Dave!
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Post by Chris W on Mar 17, 2012 20:23:21 GMT
Great to know the tributes from his friends and colleagues on LU & the District are not only just in word... but also in deed  From the forum staff side... Dave is, and always will be missed.... |
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Post by Chris W on Mar 19, 2012 12:49:27 GMT
Apologies for a double posting, but for those members who may not be aware of the intermittent invasion by District services onto the Piccadilly... HERE IS DAVE'S LITTLE ADVENTURE TO SOUTH HARROW that I brought over to his new site from his former Trainweb pages... NEW TALESAs an aside if any LU staff have little tales of their own, please get in touch with me... I'd be happy to build up a little library for the amusement of others/everyone else  |
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Post by superteacher on Mar 19, 2012 21:41:07 GMT
Apologies for a double posting, but for those members who may not be aware of the intermittent invasion by District services onto the Piccadilly... HERE IS DAVE'S LITTLE ADVENTURE TO SOUTH HARROW that I brought over to his new site from his former Trainweb pages... NEW TALESAs an aside if any LU staff have little tales of their own, please get in touch with me... I'd be happy to build up a little library for the amusement of others/everyone else I've read that story loads of times, yet it still makes me laugh! |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 19, 2012 22:32:54 GMT
There is now also badges available "I've been to South Ealing" :-)
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Post by Deleted on May 1, 2012 20:02:21 GMT
I, too, always enjoyed that DD story!
He still lives here on the forum - and in our hearts.
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Post by Chris W on Mar 17, 2014 19:31:31 GMT
It's 3 years today since District Dave passed away... nope, I can't believe it either...
Being present at his funeral, watching life experienced railwaymen/women openly weep continues to have a profound effect upon me... and made me appreciate just how highly he was thought of by his colleagues...
Dave, you are still remembered....
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Post by whistlekiller2000 on Mar 17, 2014 20:22:46 GMT
It's 3 years today since District Dave passed away... nope, I can't believe it either... Being present at his funeral, watching life experienced railwaymen/women openly weep continues to have a profound effect upon me... and made me appreciate just how highly he was thought of by his colleagues... Dave, you are still remembered.... He died only a couple of weeks after my Mum. I think about my Mum all the time but I also thought about Dave on Saturday when I was getting a District Line train from Acton Town to Ealing Broadway. I was almost willing the signal to give the wrong road at the junction! Rich' |
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Post by metman on Mar 17, 2014 22:07:59 GMT
I can't believe it was three years ago! Still have fond memories of Dave. Good bloke and of course the creator of this forum.....
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Post by Deleted on Mar 18, 2014 2:11:17 GMT
I never met Dave however he left a fine legacy in the DD Forum!
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Post by Deleted on Mar 18, 2014 13:12:08 GMT
I took a few minutes out to re-read Dave's old website (and ChrisW's new version). It made me realise just how helpful Dave was to me back in 2005 when I first met him. His enthusiasm for the Underground re-kindled my interest in the system.
As 'xercesfobe' says above, this forum and it's members are a a fine legacy.
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Post by superteacher on Mar 31, 2014 21:59:35 GMT
How time flies. I'm sure Dave is an active part of that great Underground system in the sky, where a heavenly service is always guaranteed.
I'm sure he'd be very honoured to know that his forum has continued to go from strength to strength. One of life's good guys.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 6, 2014 0:02:30 GMT
Unfortunately I never got the chance to meet this amazing man- however as I was a VERY frequent user of the tube 2008-2010 and I hope that I had at least been travelling in a train driven by Dave.
The forum he's created is now a one-stop shop for London Underground related questions and more.
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Post by Admin Team on Mar 17, 2021 10:08:32 GMT
It is ten years today since the death of founder District Dave Maloney, the forum continues to thrive in an ever changing digital world being testament to his forward thinking vision.I'm sure we will all want to remember Dave this anniversary day.
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Post by John Tuthill on Mar 17, 2021 10:28:00 GMT
It is ten years today since the death of founder District Dave Maloney, the forum continues to thrive in an ever changing digital world being testament to his forward thinking vision.I'm sure we will all want to remember Dave this anniversary day. RIP Never to be forgotten. |
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Post by vincenture on Mar 17, 2021 12:12:17 GMT
Rest in peace dear founder, I'm still in shock that i don't know about this
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and as i never knew him sounded like a great guy, my thoughts are with his family.
