In Memoriam

Subject: RE: In Memoriam
From: Waddon Pete
Date: 19 Aug 24 - 04:02 PM

Linda Kelly has been added to the roll. She was a much loved singer and songwriter from northern England and was well known throughout the folk world. There are some great examples of her singing on the Internet. Do look them up. RIP Linda.

Subject: RE: In Memoriam
From: GUEST,Petet Laban
Date: 18 Oct 24 - 12:32 PM

Singer and bouzouki player from Co Clare, Cyril O'Donogue died on 2 September 2024
https://www.clareecho.ie/sad-difficult-time-for-clare-music-with-passing-of-cyril-odonoghue/


Francis McPeake III died on 14 October (I posted an obit thread)

Subject: RE: In Memoriam
From: Waddon Pete
Date: 19 Oct 24 - 10:51 AM

Hello Peter,

Thanks for the information on Cyril O'Donoghue. I have added both the people you mentioned to this thread. I was already aware of Francis but usually wait awhile before adding so that there is enough information posted to help me give a fair representation of the artist.

All the best,

Pete

Subject: RE: In Memoriam
From: Waddon Pete
Date: 19 Oct 24 - 11:07 AM

I have added Francis McPeake and Cyril O'Donoghue to the roll today. Two giants of Irish folk music who travelled the world bringing their music to a wide and appreciative audience. There is much to see (and hear) on the web. May they rest in peace.

Subject: RE: In Memoriam
From: GUEST,Peter Laban
Date: 19 Oct 24 - 11:33 AM

Thanks Pete, I wasn't sure how often you check the forum for obits so added Francie McPeak here, before the thread dropped off the page.

I hadn't posted about Cyril before but decided to add him to the post at the last minute, his death was unexpected and a shock. Especially his singing contributions would have been appreciated on Mudcat. Sometimes it's hard to decide if someone is outside Mudcat's remit or the ouside the interest of readers here. I also didn't mention Charlie Lennon here who died during the summer. He's much missed by the traditional music community in Ireland. And I don't want to be the one who post obits all the time, even though I think it's important to acknowledge the people leaving us.

Subject: RE: In Memoriam
From: Waddon Pete
Date: 30 Oct 24 - 11:14 AM

I have added Dave Earl (aka Breton Cap) who has died this month. Although his death was expected we all hoped it would be later rather than soon. He will be much missed.

Subject: RE: In Memoriam
From: GUEST,Jim Martin
Date: 31 Oct 24 - 07:05 AM

https://youtu.be/W16a-AaNGY4
Here he is in fine fettle with his son & daughter.

Subject: RE: In Memoriam
From: Waddon Pete
Date: 01 Apr 25 - 10:25 AM

I have had a little trouble with my Internet connection lately so apologise if I have been a little slow in adding Kath Bainbridge, Tracy Schwartz and Tony Wilson to the thread. However, they are all now safely installed. Three fine performers all of whom will be greatly missed by friends and family. My condolences to you all. RIP.

Subject: RE: In Memoriam
From: Fred
Date: 01 Apr 25 - 12:25 PM

I've not been a member long... Looking at the names, I'm wondering who the departed were, what they did, their contributions, and I wish I'd known them.

I think this thread is a great idea, and I think they'd be proud of you, each one of them.

Fred

Subject: RE: In Memoriam
From: GUEST,Jim Martin
Date: 02 Apr 25 - 04:18 AM

Charlie Lennon.

Subject: RE: In Memoriam
From: Waddon Pete
Date: 02 Apr 25 - 10:50 AM

Thanks Jim,
Charlie Lennon has been added to the roll under those who ought to have a Mudcat thread but haven't! Perhaps you would like to start a thread for Charlie?

Pete

Subject: RE: In Memoriam
From: Waddon Pete
Date: 07 May 25 - 10:49 AM

Barry Evans and Geoff Higginbottom have been added to the roll today. Both heavily involved in the folk world and beyond.

Subject: RE: In Memoriam
From: Waddon Pete
Date: 26 May 25 - 10:25 AM

I have sadly added Jenny Williams (Jenny O) to the roll today. She will be sadly missed by all her friends and family. The thread gives a very good picture of her life. Go in peace Jenny.

Subject: RE: In Memoriam
From: Waddon Pete
Date: 01 Jun 25 - 10:25 AM

It is with a heavy heart that I am adding Monologue John Bartley to the roll today. We have lost John, but still have the recordings he made for YouTube. He was a good bloke. RIP

Subject: RE: In Memoriam
From: Waddon Pete
Date: 18 Jun 25 - 09:39 AM

Shanty singer and composer Bob Watson has been added to the roll today. His songs have been taken to heart by the folk community and will ensure that his name is not forgotten. Well sung Bob.

Subject: RE: In Memoriam
From: Waddon Pete
Date: 05 Jul 25 - 11:26 AM

Mickey MacConnell has been added to the roll today. A wonderful songwriter with a wealth of songs to share. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Subject: RE: In Memoriam
From: Waddon Pete
Date: 16 Jul 25 - 10:40 AM

Another wonderful singer and songwriter has been added to the roll today. David Cousins of the Strawbs. He was a fine singer and songwriter and he will be sorely missed. RIP

Subject: RE: In Memoriam
From: Waddon Pete
Date: 08 Nov 25 - 11:08 AM

What can I say?

It seems that,due to living life at a rapid rate, I have not posted acknowledgement of the latest deaths in the main Mudcat threads listing. So here is an update!

Since 16th July 2025 I have added:

Mike Bexon,
Greg Hastings,
Bob 'Buff' Wilson,
Bill Wilkes,
Tony Sutter,
Joe Hickerson,
Derek Gifford,
Tony Saleton,
Danny Thompson,
Jean Ward,
Bob Franke,
Hugh Rippon
and
Archie Fisher.

We are thankful for all their hard work, skill and artistry.

RIP

Pete

Subject: RE: In Memoriam
From: GUEST,SEAN O'SHEA
Date: 09 Nov 25 - 04:44 AM

Dave Lowry,of Isca Fayre and The Claque,in October.

Subject: RE: In Memoriam
From: Waddon Pete
Date: 10 Nov 25 - 11:28 AM

I received a message from Sean O'Shea letting me know that Dave Lowry had died in October this year. He was very much a man of Devon and there is a good coverage of his life on the Internet. As he has no Obit thread (as yet!) I have included him in the "Those who haven't a thread but ought to have" section of the main thread. If you know him well and would like to start a thread that would be very helpful.

My condolences to all those who know and love him. RIP

Subject: RE: In Memoriam
From: cujimmy
Date: 12 Nov 25 - 09:18 AM

Also Val Coulter formarly of Whitby, but laterly of Moffat in Dumfrieshire, she died in May 2025, she was well loved by many who attended Whitby Folk events inc the festivals, The 1ST in Last out pub, and then Folk events in Moffat. RIP Val.

Subject: RE: In Memoriam
From: Waddon Pete
Date: 12 Nov 25 - 10:42 AM

Thanks for the updates Felipa and Gillymor. Felipa's Internet links give a good feel for Bill Meek and his achievements. Sadly, Robbie Robertson and Jimmy Buffett, good though they were, don't qualify for our listing. Sorry about that.