Obit: Dave Shannon (UK) (28 Feb 2013)

Subject: RE: Obit: Dave Shannon (UK) (28 Feb 2013)
From: GUEST,Terry Gibson
Date: 06 Sep 13 - 06:32 AM

Sad news indeed, I have many happy memories of Sam and Dave in the early years and later Therapy in the North East, particularly remember cramming into the back of their mini van which they travelled around in at that time to take them from Middlesbrough Folk Club to the Town Hall to perform there as well on the same night. Every time I met and talked to Dave he just came over as a great guy, very helpful, friendly and to a singer and guitarist of much lesser ability such as myself always encouraging.
Sadly missed,thoughts are with his family.

Subject: RE: Obit: Dave Shannon (UK) (28 Feb 2013)
From: GUEST,Ed and Pete - ex-Mary's Folk Club, Durham
Date: 19 Oct 13 - 05:31 PM

Greatly saddened to hear of Dave's passing. We saw Therapy on several occasions at Mary's Folk Club, Durham University, as well as at other venues during the early 70s. He was indeed a most talented musician, and with his wit,humour and warmth, he was a performer of the highest quality who fully engaged with the audience on every occasion. Most of all though he was simply a really good bloke who has given so much pleasure and many good memories to all of us fortunate enough to have met him and/or to have seen him perform. Our sincere condolences to his family.

Subject: RE: Obit: Dave Shannon (UK) (28 Feb 2013)
From: GUEST,GUEST, Heather Whittaker
Date: 07 Jan 14 - 04:54 PM

I have only just caught up with this very sad news, being, as I am, somewhat removed from the folk scene these days. Shocked and truly saddened to read of Dave's illness and passing.   All that could possibly be said about this lovely, supremely talented and modest man has already been expressed so fully by other contributors, so I shall just add that I hope he continues to be at peace.   In his life on this earth, he gave to those whose paths he crossed so many beautiful and everlasting memories, not just through his musical expertise, but through being a thoroughly decent human being. Thoughts and prayers to his family.

Subject: RE: Obit: Dave Shannon (UK) (28 Feb 2013)
From: GUEST
Date: 30 Nov 14 - 01:32 PM

Oh my word. Just heard about the passing of dear Dave. He was an incredible inspiration to myself and indeed thousands of other folkies. I personally, toured with Dave & Fiona many times all over the world and as a new bloke on the block, he took me under his wing and literally, showed me the ropes. He was the most incredible guitarist I've worked with or heard and a sense of humour to only dream of, utter brilliance.
I have always missed you Dave, but, even more so now. God bless you dear friend.
Dave (Brandywine Bridge)
Reverend D J Grew