Comments on: Soapbox: Dave Lish RIP – an affectionate farewell to a good man

By: John Humphrey

John Humphrey — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 14:02:25 +0000

As an exiled Black Cat living down in Berkshire I was very saddened to hear the news of Lishy’s passing. I got to know him over 20 years ago whilst playing for Whitburn CC 1st XI in the Durham Senior League. He was not only a keen supporter of local footy but also liked his cricket. Early and late season, you could always rely on him to pop in to the Village ground after the Lads had been playing at Roker and I was usually jealous that he’d been able to go to the match whilst I’d been getting another duck and fielding for 52 overs. He was always keen to impart his version of the match to us and many of us were always eager to hear it. He followed Whitburn CC home and away throughout the Summer, much like SAFC in the Winter, and I know he also followed many other cricket clubs in the region. He will be sadly missed by all those who came to know him through his love of local cricket as well as football. God bless Lishy, rest in peace big fella.

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More tributes to Dave Lish | Salut! Sunderland — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 12:38:28 +0000

[...] Salut! Sunderland readers have seen Pete Sixsmith’s warm tribute to Dave Lish, the SAFC fan who died suddenly on Nov [...]

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By: Anthony

Anthony — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 20:42:53 +0000

I found out on the day of the Wigan game that Dave had died. I was totally stunned, I am still finding it hard to take in. I had many a chat with Dave about everything from Sunderland and Durham City to Elton John and George Strait. His knowledge was encyclopedic and he was also interesting with it.
He often mentioned his mates like Jeff Brown and Rob Mason. I am sure they will miss him as much as all at Chester-le-Street market where he bought so many of his records and CDs.

RIP Dave.

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By: SEAN VASEY

SEAN VASEY — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:21:17 +0000

I just cannot believe Dave has gone. It is a while since I saw him, and was looking forward to seeing him at our football reunion in a couple of weeks. Dave was a regular at our games, and even managed a a few minutes playing for us when we were short !

Dave was a real character and whenever I think of him, Viz springs to mind as he used to recite the latest edition verbatim! He was a major contributor to the excellent Wise Men Say, and was heavily involved in the SAFC group in the mid 90′s. His love of SAFC was sadly affected by the actions of a certain person ‘high up’ in the club and that person was never forgiven.

His music collection is unbelievable, and when he copied cd’s for you, he did it with great style.

Dave, you will be very sadly missed and mine and Judith’s thoughts are with those who loved you dearly and who now have a huge void in their lives. God bless marra.

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By: Tom Lynn

Tom Lynn — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 11:05:53 +0000

Lishy was a great lad and that’s a fitting tribute, Pete. He will be missed by all who knew him but his character was such that he will never be forgotten. SAFC have lost a genuine, devoted supporter who was well liked and respected by so many people. I can remember many a dire game at Roker when he was far more entertaining than the fayre on the pitch! RIP Lishy.

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By: andy mcklenzie

andy mcklenzie — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 10:24:58 +0000

lishy,

at least you went out on a high mate – you will be a big miss at the “latics” reunion

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By: Rob Mason

Rob Mason — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:17:08 +0000

Great tribute Peter. Lishy was my oldest mate, Godfather to my eldest son, my companion at hundreds of games from about 1972 onwards and the provider of about a third of my music collection. For those that know him the funeral is at noon this Saturday at Sunderland Crematorium.

Lishy’s favourite player was Johnny Crossan. Dave was never short of an opinion, never slow to do anything for you and had a story for every occasion.

For everyone who knew him there will now be a gaping hole at both Sunderland and non league matches. As Peter says if you were at a match with Dave it would be enjoyable and entertaining regardless of the football you were watching.

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By: Will Frater

Will Frater — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 14:42:09 +0000

fitting tribute to a hell of a lad, was with Dave at Hebburn v Ryhope CA last week and he was as entertaining as ever with his off beat footy chat, will be sadly missed and there will be a canny turn out for him at Sunderland Crem on Saturday

PS Loggo for Shildon !

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By: Chris Lawton

Chris Lawton — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 07:53:10 +0000

I had not seen “Lishy” for several years but my thoughts are with those close to him. Indeed he was a good lad who loved his Sunderland and his music. RIP Dave.

Chris L

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By: Redan_White

Redan_White — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 23:08:29 +0000

Gone with a smile on his face and a befitting swan song from the lads.

It’s Julia and Eleanor I feel for, having been there myself time is the healer though that is no consolation at the present.

Remember the love and the good times, if you are never forgotten you are immortal.

Gary

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