2023 Obit: John O’Hagan (Cockersdale)

Subject: Obit: John O’Hagan (Cockersdale)
From: GUEST,Bradfordian
Date: 29 Apr 23 - 06:49 AM

From Graham Pirt

“It is with sadness that Val Marsden and I inform you of the passing of John O'Hagan, long time member of Cockersdale and well known Scots singer. Sincere condolences to Gerda O'Hagan and members of his family.”

Subject: RE: Obit: John O’Hagan (Cockersdale)
From: GUEST,Georgina Boyes
Date: 29 Apr 23 - 07:13 AM

As well as being a great singer, he was also had the (very) rare gift of being a super MC. Remembering some outstanding concerts at Whitby Festival and sending deepest condolences to Gerda - Jim & Georgina

Subject: RE: Obit: John O’Hagan (Cockersdale)
From: GeoffLawes
Date: 29 Apr 23 - 08:53 AM

I'm sad to hear of John's death. He was a great singer and will be much missed.

Subject: RE: Obit: John O’Hagan (Cockersdale)
From: GUEST,Dave Hanson
Date: 29 Apr 23 - 09:42 AM

A sad loss ideed, many condolences to Johns family and to Cockersdale.

Dave H

Subject: RE: Obit: John O’Hagan (Cockersdale)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 29 Apr 23 - 04:35 PM

Sad to hear this.
He will be much missed.
Condolences to Gerda and the family.

Subject: RE: Obit: John O’Hagan (Cockersdale)
From: Backwoodsman
Date: 29 Apr 23 - 04:54 PM

Very sad news. John came to our local folk club a couple of times when he moved into our area, and I bumped into him maybe twice in our local Costa Coffee. A nice man. RIP, and condolences to family, friends, and colleagues.

Subject: RE: Obit: John O’Hagan (Cockersdale)
From: Steve Gardham
Date: 29 Apr 23 - 05:06 PM

Paddy as he was known to many of us, rose to fame on the Hull folk scene before Cockersdale was formed. He helped to run Folk Union One before starting a club out in the sticks at the Fox and Coney, South Cave. Fond memories. RIP, Paddy.

Condolences to Gerda.

Subject: RE: 2023 Obit: John O’Hagan (Cockersdale)
From: GUEST,RJM
Date: 30 Apr 23 - 04:40 AM

I did not know him, other than his contribution to Cockersdale.
I enjoyed his music with them, so I offer condolences RIP

Subject: RE: 2023 Obit: John O’Hagan (Cockersdale)
From: Waddon Pete
Date: 30 Apr 23 - 10:28 AM

I didn't know John either, only through Cockersdale. There are some lovely sounds of the group on Youtube. My condolences go to all those who know and love him and I have added his name to the "In Memoriam" thread. RIP John.

Subject: RE: 2023 Obit: John O’Hagan (Cockersdale)
From: GUEST,guest
Date: 08 May 23 - 07:00 PM

Any details on funeral arrangements?

Subject: RE: 2023 Obit: John O’Hagan (Cockersdale)
From: Steve Gardham
Date: 10 May 23 - 04:37 PM

I have heard that it's to be a quiet affair with just family. May be some sort of memorial concert later.

Subject: RE: 2023 Obit: John O’Hagan (Cockersdale)
From: Tattie Bogle
Date: 11 May 23 - 05:55 PM

So sorry to hear that: loved all the songs. Did a week-long workshop with Cockersdale at Sidmouth some years back - "Picking Sooty Blackberries" and many others of Keith Marsden's songs, which was so enjoyable. Condolences to John's family.

Subject: RE: 2023 Obit: John O’Hagan (Cockersdale)
From: GeoffLawes
Date: 16 May 23 - 12:18 PM

Cockersdale Top Tracks on YouTube     https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nrx0heiAa5TkTNGDE4h6kNiHUy9b3UR3A

Subject: RE: 2023 Obit: John O’Hagan (Cockersdale)
From: r.padgett
Date: 16 May 23 - 01:30 PM

Check words of some of the songs ~ Homeland was written by Cicely Fox~ Smith ~ Horses, in 1st World War, place Flanders (not India) sung by Cockersdale to Sarah Morgan tune

Ray

Subject: RE: 2023 Obit: John O’Hagan (Cockersdale)
From: r.padgett
Date: 16 May 23 - 01:52 PM

Sorry s/b Homeward not Homeland

Ray

Subject: RE: 2023 Obit: John O’Hagan (Cockersdale)
From: Shezinaussie
Date: 17 May 23 - 03:42 AM

sad to hear that - I knew John in the 90's but hadn't seen him since