Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: Ebbie Date: 03 Jan 10 - 12:54 PM At a concert the other night the performer prefaced his song by telling this story: A woman was dying of cancer and one day she told her husband of many years that she'd been thinking of how it says in the Bible that to God one day is like a thousand years and a thousand years like a single day. She said that she did the math and 80-85 years on that scale comes out to just about an hour. A few minutes before she died, she whispered to her husband, "See you in an hour." |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: GUEST,ladywith hat and sillytrousers Date: 03 Jan 10 - 03:20 PM At last your sufferings over and you can go join your Bill we will miss you dearly but never forget,Your voice will still echo at the festivals and you will always be in our thoughts and hearts God Bless. Carol,John and Becca |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: My guru always said Date: 03 Jan 10 - 05:25 PM It's all been said here. Sadness, relief for the ending of Theresa's suffering, but overall there's joy and gladness for having known her and shared time and songs with her. I can see her raising the roof with those who have gone before. Be at peace Theresa, candle lit. Hil xxx |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: Andy Jackson Date: 03 Jan 10 - 05:54 PM Dame Patti 10.51 Those words are wonderful Patti. We just have to remember Theresa is only next door in the other singaround. Andy |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: Linda Kelly Date: 03 Jan 10 - 06:19 PM May the light from the lighthouse shine on you old girl! Lots of happy memories to give us comfort. Smile down on us Theresa Love Linda |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: Joules Date: 04 Jan 10 - 02:55 AM Lovely lady with a wonderful voice. RIP Theresa |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: janemick Date: 04 Jan 10 - 03:23 AM So sorry to hear this news - she was so kind - she barely grimaced at all when I inflicted my early fiddle playing on her at Leigh folk club all those years ago! We won't forget you Theresa Jane & Pete Mickelborough |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: Liz the Squeak Date: 04 Jan 10 - 04:18 AM Do we have any news of funeral arrangements? I'm banking on someone arranging a day of song for her, for those who can't make the funeral... LTS |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: Raggytash Date: 04 Jan 10 - 07:11 AM It was a joy to have known Theresa, hopefully she's found peace at last after so much suffering, sleep well lass. |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: Sailor Ron Date: 04 Jan 10 - 07:11 AM "It's time to go now, haul away....." I'm glad she's 'crossed the bar' and is now at peace, but I, like so many others , will never forget her. Ron |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: GUEST,muppitz at work Date: 04 Jan 10 - 07:38 AM I can't remember when I met Theresa, but she just always seems to have been around in my folk festival life. A fabulous woman who undeservedly got the shitty end of the stick but remained an inspiration in song and in life. I'm sure big Col had a big hug for her when she arrived. muppitz x |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: Black belt caterpillar wrestler Date: 04 Jan 10 - 07:38 AM I wish her peace, but, somehow, I imagine that, like Mich Ben's tribute to John Peel, we should not have a minute's silence but a minutes noise! (Musical noise, of course) |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: GUEST,SallyM Date: 04 Jan 10 - 09:42 AM Yes it's all been said. What a sad loss of such a super, lovely spirited lady. The few times I met her over the years she had me in fits of laughter. She will not be forgotten. Sally |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: Les from Hull Date: 04 Jan 10 - 10:24 AM Maggie and I feel privileged to have known Theresa and spent time with her at festivals and on holiday. A little lady with a big voice and an even bigger heart. The postings from so many here pay tribute to how much her life touched others. |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: MMario Date: 04 Jan 10 - 10:37 AM There doesn't seem to be anything I can add. I'm another who met Theresa through FSGW Getaways; and though I didn't know her well or long, I will miss her indeed! Theresa and Barry - both small in stature, great in personality and voice. Two voices that you KNOW will echoe down the ages.... |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: Liz the Squeak Date: 04 Jan 10 - 10:37 AM I hope someone is going to print them out and take them to her family... just in case they didn't realise how much she was loved. LTS |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: Selchie - (RH) Date: 05 Jan 10 - 02:20 AM Very sad news of a brave & talented lady. Theresa will be remembered not only for her enthusiasm & powerful performances, but also for her encouragement to those who were new to the folk world or less experienced than herself. Always great fun to be around. Rest in peace now, we will all miss your presence but remember you with love & gratitude. Rosie S |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: Merek'n'Dary Date: 05 Jan 10 - 02:35 AM A fabulous feisty lady and a great character, who we will always remember with a chuckle and great fondness! Glad she can now be with her loved ones and will be able to sing out once again. Watch out Heaven Captain Bloody Valiant's coming!!!! Derek and Mary |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: GUEST Date: 05 Jan 10 - 04:31 AM Another one joins the great sing "up there" Johnny will welcome her I'm sure. |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: GUEST,banjoman Date: 05 Jan 10 - 06:20 AM Maggie and I only met her twice and one of those was at the funeral of another dear friend - We'll never forget her song about the Lion Tamer which has stayed with us all these years - only Theresa could sing it - No doubt she is singing as loudly as ever with all those friends who went ahead of her. Rest (and sing) in peace Pete & maggie |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: Surreysinger Date: 05 Jan 10 - 07:00 AM Strangely enough banjoman my sister (who liked Theresa immensely) and I were only discussing the Lion Tamer song yesterday ... and Titanic which I can remember Theresa belting out at the National, and encouraging all to participate in. |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: GUEST,padgett on lap top Date: 05 Jan 10 - 07:08 AM Oh no O no here he comes again! It's Captain Bloody Valiant, with his chair and his whip and his pistol on his hip! The Lion Tamer, popularised by Theresa and friends! Ray |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: GUEST,Cath E Date: 05 Jan 10 - 09:54 AM Theresa had a wonderful personality and was a great performer.She will be much missed, but I am relieved for her that her suffering is now over.Rest in peace (and joyful music) Theresa.from Cath E |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: GUEST,guest bob&barbara tyrer Date: 05 Jan 10 - 10:15 AM will miss you at singarounds fond memories of singing with you safe journey a little lady with a big voice and heart to match |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: GUEST,frank newton Date: 05 Jan 10 - 10:19 AM A lovely lady missed by all |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: GUEST,hsa Date: 05 Jan 10 - 11:54 AM Sad news which has only just reached me. A great lady with a great voice - and so sad to have suffered such a debilitating illness for a singer. RIP Helen |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: skipy Date: 05 Jan 10 - 06:15 PM Sorry to read this, RIP, glasses will be raised at W*********. Skipy |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: Edain Date: 05 Jan 10 - 09:12 PM Gutted. There are no other words. |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: Cavia_P Date: 06 Jan 10 - 05:34 AM Oh dear, I came on MC for the first time in ages looking for one old friend and found another has passed. I can't remember a time when Theresa wasn't at the heart of any festival singaround. She was someone I always enjoyed spending time with, and it was always quality time. Captain Bloody Valiant was her song (in my mind), but I recall the Ironing Board Shanty and "I'll be no submissive wife". She was at the forefront of a group of very formidable ladies, but always with great humour and affection. RIP Treasure. Chris Nicole Guineapigs and polar bears |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: GUEST,M+C Date: 06 Jan 10 - 11:14 AM She'll be greatly missed at many festivals. A friendly face in the foodtent for a lot of years. Sleep peacefully. |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: Joan from Wigan Date: 06 Jan 10 - 11:37 AM A wonderful lady, and I feel privileged to have known her. She will be very much missed. Joan Blackburn |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: Marie27 Date: 07 Jan 10 - 09:17 AM Sending my love M |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: Matthew Edwards Date: 07 Jan 10 - 04:49 PM A wonderful lady whose performance of 'Juliana' was unforgettable. Sadly missed. Matthew |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: JHW Date: 07 Jan 10 - 06:05 PM Not fair is it, with all that outgoing energy. RIP |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: Vin2 Date: 08 Jan 10 - 06:30 AM Didn't know Theresa personally but saw her many times at Saddleworth festival originally with Firm Friends. Her and Bill camped next to me one year and they were a fab couple to talk to. Always a bubbly, lively lady and a great singer and a joy to see/hear each year. Condolencies to her family and R.I.P Theresa and Bill. |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: marypoppins Date: 08 Jan 10 - 06:44 AM Only had the opportunity to meet and sing with Theresa on a couple of occasions. What a divine inspiration she was and such a great singer too. She will be sorely missed but not forgotten. love from Capstan Full Strength |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: Mike A Concertinas Date: 09 Jan 10 - 11:29 AM A lovely singer and a lady, the world is now a poorer place. Mike |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: Dave Wynn Date: 09 Jan 10 - 06:33 PM Theresa promted the writing of Indian Summer by Pete Ryder. He never, ever sang that song without crediting Theresa with the raison d'etre. Why, is between Pete and Theresa. She could sing a third below my bass harmony and a fifth above my melody. She was good with hugs when you needed one too. Weeping here Theresa.......... |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: GUEST,Sue Date: 10 Jan 10 - 03:40 PM I only met Theresa a few times, but what an inspiration she was. I will never forget a very special journey from Sleights to Mickleby. Sue x |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: nutty Date: 12 Jan 10 - 03:48 AM refresh |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: GUEST,Jenny from Northern College Date: 15 Jan 10 - 09:16 PM Cannot believe the sad news--met Theresa at Northern college 4 years ago--once met never forgotten. You will be entertaining all--still. Jenny |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: Shantyfreak Date: 16 Jan 10 - 09:20 AM So many people sharing memories of this grand-old-lady. She has left a big hole in the life of all of us who knew her. There have been murmurings of a Memorial Concert and why not? (put me down for a ticket) but for the rest of this year why don't we all remember Theresa in the way she would like best. At every festival we have connections with, let's persuade the organisers to nominate one of the Sing-a-Rounds as the "Theresa Tooley Memorial Sing-a-Round" and let's all sing our favourite songs that we sang with T. That way every-one can join in everywhere. Pass the thought on. Jim |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: nutty Date: 02 Jan 11 - 04:17 AM It's a year now since we lost Theresa but, such was her impact on my life, that she is still almost constantly in my thoughts. Perhaps this is what is really meant by life after death. Certainly the spirit of Theresa will never die |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: Liz the Squeak Date: 02 Jan 11 - 06:42 AM It's strange, it seems like years ago she went and yet, like only yesterday.... Bless her, she'll not be forgotten for a long while yet! LTS |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: My guru always said Date: 02 Jan 11 - 08:35 AM Still remembering Theresa, thanks for refreshing this! |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: Mrs.Duck Date: 02 Jan 11 - 09:51 AM Her voice lives on in many hearts. |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: GUEST,guest Date: 02 Jan 11 - 01:08 PM been over to leigh today to put flowers on theresa's grave .it may be a year to the day since she died but the grief of her passing is still with us both alan cox & ann clancy. |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: Barb'ry Date: 02 Jan 11 - 01:29 PM Pete Hopkins sang 'Captain Valiant' at New Year but in my mind all I could hear was Theresa! We still miss her |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: Ebbie Date: 02 Jan 11 - 03:27 PM I met Therese only the once - at the 2004 or 2005 Getaway - but I think of her often. Especially so, since the little Care Bear she sent me sits on a shelf I pass every day. This was a woman larger than life encased in a small frame that was scarcely large enough to hold her. It will be a long time before I forget her, if ever. |
Subject: RE: Obit: Theresa Tooley (Treaties) 2 Jan 2010 From: GUEST,Linda Kelly Date: 02 Jan 11 - 07:52 PM She is alive and kicking in our memories! |
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