Former Tygers of Pan Tang, Thin Lizzy and Whitesnake guitarist John Sykes. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cp8qvz0gq90o
Edweena Banger (Ed Banger - real name Eddie Garrity), former member of The Nosebleeds and Slaughter & The Dogs, has passed away.
My friend Garth Pretorious died a couple of weeks back. He was a really good lad and a great chef, always there to chat and although we drifted apart in recent years, I have fond memories of going up through primary and secondary school with him. His older brother Patrick is the lead singer of local band The Talks, they were pretty close as I recall. Miss you buddy.
What a story RIP Manchester United’s record-breaking former goalkeeper David Gaskell, has died aged 84. Gaskell was just 16 years and 19 days old when he came on for United at Manchester City’s former stadium Maine Road, following an injury to first-choice keeper Ray Wood, in October 1956. He still holds the record for the youngest player to make their debut for the club. The youngster went on to keep a clean sheet in a 1-0 victory as United won the Charity Shield. According to United’s official website, his dramatic debut could have featured in Roy of the Rovers. “Having finished his daytime duties as a part of United’s groundstaff, Gaskell – who was the club’s fifth choice goalkeeper, aged just 16 years and 19 days, and less than four months into his Reds career – went along to watch them in action against Manchester City in the Charity Shield that evening. An early injury to starting stopper Ray Wood left United down to 10 men, until coach Bert Whalley grabbed Gaskell from the crowd, pulled together some kit, picked up a spare pair of teammate Colin Webster’s boots and threw the teenager back onto the field in Wood’s stead. Gaskell went on to turn in a man-of-the-match performance, keeping a clean sheet as the Reds won 1-0.” Gaskell spent 11 years at Old Trafford with the highlight helping United win the FA Cup final 3-1 against Leicester at Wembley in 1963. He later played for both Wigan and Wrexham. United said in a statement: “We are deeply saddened by the passing of David Gaskell, our youngest-ever debutant and former goalkeeper. We extend our condolences to his family and friends.” On their website, the club added: “It was confirmed by the Gaskell family on Friday night that David had passed away at the age of 84.” please log in to view this image View image in fullscreen David Gaskell saves a shot from Fulham’s Dave Metchick in September 1964. Photograph: Evening Standard/Getty Images A statement from the family read: “Dave was devoted to his beloved wife, Barbara, with whom he shared 68 wonderful years of marriage. He was a proud father to his three daughters, Michelle, Lesley, and Nicola, and a loving grandfather to Joel, Emily, Eleanor, Ted, and Edith. His family was his greatest joy, and his legacy will live on through them. “Dave Gaskell leaves behind not just a remarkable sporting legacy, but an enduring example of kindness, dedication, and humility. He will be deeply missed but fondly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him.”
My mate Dave passed away a couple of weeks ago from a brain bleed. 56 and waaay way too young. Looked after himself, pretty healthy living once he had kids, with a lovely family. A real **** situation. The reason I mention this is he was a staunch, staunch Bristol City fan. He was at the 2008 play off final, in the opposite end to us, and was the first person to text me to congratulate. Top quality fella. RIP mate. The even ****ter thing is I had two Bristol City, good, good mates at the play off final, both were magnanimous in defeat and both died far too young, the other at 51 from colon cancer. Life can be an utter ****, so enjoy your life everyone.
Flog It! star Michael Baggott has died in hospital after suffering a heart attack. The BBC antiques expert, 65, had been in hospital since suffering a stroke in October, a statement posted on his social media confirmed on Monday evening.
All that sadly lost their lives in USA as a result of the air crash... some people in the airport waiting for loved ones, so sad...
Singer and actress Marianne Faithfull has died at the age of 78, her spokesperson has said. Faithfull was known for hits such as As Tears Go By, which reached the UK top 10 in 1964, and starring roles in films including 1968's The Girl On A Motorcycle. "It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of the singer, songwriter and actress Marianne Faithfull," a statement said. "Marianne passed away peacefully in London today, in the company of her loving family. "She will be dearly missed."
A true heroine and brave person, Andree Dumon aged 102. That rescue line was partly what Secret Army was based on. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andrée_Dumon
Boxer John Cooney aged 28. Far too young, passed away a week after been rushed to hospital after losing a title fight. https://www.skysports.com/boxing/ne...ury-in-celtic-super-featherweight-title-fight
