Roger Williams Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 Wow, shocked and saddened by that news, he was a top man, gone far too young, very very sad indeed, my thoughts go out to his family and close friends. Roger Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Chalky Posted September 23, 2012 Author Share Posted September 23, 2012 Sincere thanks for the above - memories Raresoulie Then later came that legendary one off Hull all dayer promoted by Gary and the "only" capture of Jesse James !! Before the Gala Gran week enders. . I've still got the flyer..... And one for Canal Tavern.... 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest phatness Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 (edited) I'm shocked and can only say R.I.P. He was a top bloke and was one of the foremost beer animals I had ever had the pleasure of sharing ale with. And I never got to return his copy of Clea Bradford's version of Summertime on Chess which I loved so much....so it's being polished as we speak in special memory. Another reminder of the human side of this ageing scene. Conrad x Edited September 23, 2012 by phatness Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Popular Post Chalky Posted September 23, 2012 Author Popular Post Share Posted September 23, 2012 I've spoken to Piddy. She's devastated as you would expect but she is really grateful for all the messages. I will print these off in time and let her have them all. Piddy is going to let me know the details for the funeral so will pass them all on for those that wish to attend. 7 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Nick Harrison Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 A memory of Mr Welsh in the 80's 3 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Rich B Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 Like everyone else I am completely shocked to hear this. Nothing but good memories of Gary, just a genuinely good guy, always laughing and he made me do the same. So glad we caught up a couple of 'Just Soul's ago. Best wishes to Piddy and the family. RB. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Keithw Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 very sad - knew Gary from record sales and met him just a few times always such a nice guy really was a man with brilliant taste in tunes plus he was very modest with it always used to put you onto a nice tune - always said hello Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Flanny Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 only just read this I'm totally shocked a sad day indeed I'll miss Gary for sure a true soul gent had many many record dealings over the years and shared a laugh and a pint my thoughts are with his family at this hard time Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Ian Seaman Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 RIP Gary Loz & Ian. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Fuzzj Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 awful sad once agen.. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Popular Post Maria O Posted September 23, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted September 23, 2012 (edited) Steve Kilgour is around, does still go to Thorne and he is on FB. Think a memorial night is a good idea, maybe not same night as current Thorne? I wasn't planning to post. I am sure many of his friends are still in shock and will be sending condolences directly to his family, just as we preferred. But without discussing the idea with anyone, I think any memorial should be what Ronnie & the family want, and I'm sure that anyone they ask to help out will be there for them (including ourselves). Many don't know this, but Gary came along with me to make the final booking with the Canal Tavern to start our night - this was his local and he knew the owners. He had no issues, even though he had a well-deserved respected history there. Instead, he has always been very supportive and kind over the years to myself & Karen for bringing the place back as a soul venue. Even before that link, Gary went out of his way for a friendly chat - with me, not just with my man who is a longtime friend. That's the kind of guy he was, ask anyone. He will be missed by so many. m Edited September 23, 2012 by Maria O 7 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Mr Fred Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 (edited) Jacque & I are totally in shock only just heard the news ,a friend since the cleethorpes nighters. Gary was very close to my late brother Rob Ward. Our hearts and thoughts are with Piddy and family Fred& Jacque ward Edited September 23, 2012 by Mr Fred 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Wiganer1 Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 didnt know gary but respect to a fellow soulie ...condolences to the family...mark f Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Dave Fleming Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 Shocked to here this,as many have said he was a real nice guy who always had time for a chat and a laugh, my thoughts and condolences go out to Gary`s family.......RIP Gary.. Dave f...... Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Chalky Posted September 23, 2012 Author Share Posted September 23, 2012 I wasn't planning to post. I am sure many of his friends are still in shock and will be sending condolences directly to his family, just as we preferred. But without discussing the idea with anyone, I think any memorial should be what Ronnie & the family want, and I'm sure that anyone they ask to help out will be there for them (including ourselves). Many don't know this, but Gary came along with me to make the final booking with the Canal Tavern to start our night - this was his local and he knew the owners. He had no issues, even though he had a well-deserved respected history there. Instead, he has always been very supportive and kind over the years to myself & Karen for bringing the place back as a soul venue. Even before that link, Gary went out of his way for a friendly chat - with me, not just with my man who is a longtime friend. That's the kind of guy he was, ask anyone. He will be missed by so many. m That is Gary all over that Maria, he would help anyone and have time for anyone and he loved life. He lived his life with a smile on his face despite the set backs he has had. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Byrney Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 On nodding terms with Gary and always come cross as a top bloke. My condolences to his family, RIP Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Popular Post Arthur Fenn Posted September 23, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted September 23, 2012 I've known Gary & Ronnie for many years & have been proud to call them my friends, they have always there for me when i needed them, not going to add any more other to say, Gary you will be missed, rest easy buddy, Arthur. 5 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Rob Wigley Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 Following on from Chalky's post #55 above & copied from Facebook I have spoken to Piddy , as all of you who know them will understand "devastated" isn't even close to how she is feeling. She asked me to make sure everyone who knew Gary gets to know this sad news, so can you please just text out to everyone you may think of to let them know. As Gary has died so suddenly and unexpectedly there will have to be a post mortem, although at the moment it is looking like a massive heart attack. Funeral details will be posted as soon as we know them in the next couple of days. I'm still in shock over this news, read the comments below to see just what a wonderful guy Gary was and just how much he meant to people. RIP Gary. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Anais nin Carms Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 I didn't know Gary but would like to pass my condolences to his family and friends , it reads like his life was filled with much love and respect , I am sad for his family today x Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest tyke1249 Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 (edited) I got a call late last night from Dave Allen from Thorne telling me the sad news about Gary and I got straight in touch with Chris Denton who confirmed it ---- i cant get my head round it I was only sat with him and Dave the day before at John Hams funeral wake in the Tavern at Thorne having the crack about Thorne lads going to Cleethorpes and Stainforth lads going to Wigan and sharing memories of going to local catholic school together ----------- its left me and my missis totaly stuned and heartsick our love and thoughts go out to Ronnie and the family ------the soul scene has lost two of the nicest blokes you could wish to meet -------------- from Mick and Sandra Lanaghan Edited September 23, 2012 by tyke1249 2 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Dave Raistrick Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 Totally shocked by this sad news, great memories of Gary stretching right back to the days and nights at Cleethorpes. What a guy, he will be sadly missed. Sleep well Pal. Dave. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Snapper Dave Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 So sad was such a good guy and will be missed,i had a great time with him when the Dells were on at Trentham .All my best wishes to Piddy and family.R.I.P.. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Brett F Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 R.I.P Gary Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest laticsbluesmon Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 Bob Burton rang us this morning telling me of the passing of Gary, not seen him for years but can see picture that misceivous and infectous smile Gary had,you just knew you were going to laugh in the next 30 seconds or less, fond memories RIP GARY condolences to Family and Friends. Good Night God Bless from Bruce [ Preston ] Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Julie Moore Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 Found out about Gary`s passing in the early hours of this morning ...........Only met Gary and Piddy through Kevin Thomas ( thanx Kev ) but how welcoming they were to me ..........great bloke .....My condolences go out to Piddy and all the family. R.I.P Gary Julie x Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest the fifer Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 Really saddened by this news. A fine fellow . Derek Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Sammy Seaman Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 cant believe it worked with him,top man,feel so sad for his family, Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
ImberBoy Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 RIP x Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
dean jj Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 Gary was one of the real people on the soul scene and will be greatly missed. dean Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
S&m Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 Very sad indeed to hear this tragic news over the weekend, remember saying goodnight to him only a couple of weeks back in Hull as he was walking back to his hotel at the end of the night : - (( RIP Gary. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest ShaneH Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 I've spoken to Piddy. She's devastated as you would expect but she is really grateful for all the messages. I will print these off in time and let her have them all. Piddy is going to let me know the details for the funeral so will pass them all on for those that wish to attend. I was certain i had met this guy at the Wilton earlier this year. I remember having a long chat outside about Thorne and the snooker player Steve Davis. I really enjoyed my 15 minutes or so with Gary. I wasn't sure it was him at first but I am stood behind him on the photo.RIP Gary Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Gouch Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 First met Gary at the first incarnation that was Thorne, run by Rod & Lorraine Dearlove, we became really good mates and saw each other at countless other doo's during this time, he could never quite get his head round what I did for a living but he was truly a gentleman, musically always pushing the boundaries which endeared him to many. Over the years we saw less of each other but when we did catch up life had not changed him, RIP my friend. Piddy stay strong as I know you will, you have my number if you need anything. Kathy & Brian 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Rick Scott Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 (edited) Just seen this and can't get my head round it, been reduced to tears, have'nt seen Gary for a while now but have fond memmories of the times i have spent with him over the years from the Cleethorpes days and behind the decks at the Canal Tavern (both Simply Soul and Rods Voices) and the Hull venues and countless other Soul Nites we played at, it's a sad sad day for soul music because he contributed so much to it and was a lovely person with it, my thoughts go out to you Piddy and all the Family/Friends that are countless, R.I.P. Gary "Loved And Missed By All Who Met You" Rick Edited September 24, 2012 by RICK SCOTT 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Harrythedog Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 Only just heard this sad news. Our thoughts are with Piddy and family at this time. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Chalky Posted September 24, 2012 Author Share Posted September 24, 2012 When I spoke to Ronnie yesterday she did ask for me to ask everyone not to send flowers, just family only flowers. There will be a collection with the proceeds going to the brain injury unit in Goole. Thanks. 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Tfk Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 Very sad news indeed.....We found out yesterday of Garys passing and are still in shock-so so glad we knew Gary.....a very sincere, lovely person with the most warmest of smiles... Thinking of you Ronnie and family, Gary Welsh RIP Andy and Susanne Whitmore. 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
oldsteve woomble Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 Sometimes there are just not the right words. Sometimes there are just not enough words. Gary was a top bloke, one of the finest. It was an honour and a privilege to call him a friend. Piddy, we are here if we can do anything at all. All our love Steve, Wendy & Shaun Kearney Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Popular Post Dysonsoul Posted September 24, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted September 24, 2012 I will always be in debt to Gary for he gave me my first dj set when i was about 16 or 17 years old.I had gone to the white heart (thorne) soul nite with chris walker, chris introduced me to Gary and in passing said "you should let Andy play a set here" before i knew it i was to do the next date (i hadn't a clue how to dj) some things never change ! No sooner had Gary walked back to the door he'd floored two locals who it turns out refused to pay the door tax ! Soft as a brush yet hard as nails,few carry those two traits in life and maintain respect from everyone.. Mind you those two locals wanna thank their lucky stars Gary dealt with them and not Ronnie cos they would have known about it ! I'm upset you left without saying see you later, it will just have to be a little later than we thought mate. So Long Gary. x 10 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest karen b Posted September 25, 2012 Share Posted September 25, 2012 (edited) Gary Welsh..............................Thanks for the memories...................... making me smile through my tears. Love to Piddy and family Karen (and Pete) xxx Edited September 25, 2012 by karen b Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Coxy Posted September 25, 2012 Share Posted September 25, 2012 (edited) Heard the very sad news at the weekend about Gary`s passing and still cant get my head round it. Hope your waxing lyrical with some of your heroes up there fella. R.I.P. Gary Trev & Denise ] Gary & Sam Dees at Soul Essence Edited September 25, 2012 by Coxy Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Neil Rushton Posted September 26, 2012 Share Posted September 26, 2012 Marie and myself were stunned to hear the news. Always had a great laugh with Gary, last time was just a few weeks ago at Steve Woomble and Sean Kierney's birthday party. Sounds a cliche but Gary was so much larger than life I can't believe he is no longer with us. He was always so passionate about the music. A lovely man. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Rob Wigley Posted September 26, 2012 Share Posted September 26, 2012 (edited) Gary Welsh Funeral details Friday 5th October 2012 11.30 at St Joseph & St Nicholas R C Church - Bloomhill Road- Moorends- DN8 4SS followed by Burial at Thorne Cemetery . Afterwards to The Canal Tavern at Thorne for Gary's final send off. ALL WELCOME. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers to GNRC + TLU -I will post links to these later. For anyone travelling to Scarborough Weeekender all above are very close to M18 & M62 Motorways- to travel on via the Bridlington way... Edited September 26, 2012 by Rob Wigley Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Manfromsoul45s Posted September 26, 2012 Share Posted September 26, 2012 Wasn't a close friend but always found the odd converrsations i had with him to be a pleasure. Nice guy with a sense of humor to boot. A face that will be missed on the scene.. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Cluggy Posted September 26, 2012 Share Posted September 26, 2012 So sorry to hear about Gary's passing away,was only chatting to him at wommble and Shaun's do a couple of weeks ago and was on top form . Did a brilliant set in his own unique way ,such a nice lad always so friendly.introduced me to some incredable tunes over the years and will be very much missed , our thoughts and sympathy to ronnie and family god bless mark and Pam Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Cunnie Posted September 26, 2012 Share Posted September 26, 2012 Shocked by this news. Was on my honeymoon with Shelley when I found out so my emotions were all over the place as the happiest time of my life was also shared with some of the saddest news I have ever had. Had many a beer filled great night with Welshy & he was responsible for changing my life musically. Also had to hand over to him when he did his last spot a few years ago in Hull at the Modern Soul Classics dayer & told him he'd be back & he was to my delight. R.I.P. Gary. 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Soulcarp Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 was stunned to get a text to say Gary had passed away,always had the time for a natter and a laugh will be sadly missed my thought go out to Gary's family and friends RIP Gary. john Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Ted Massey Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 OMG im gutted at this news a fine fellow one of the best, just been looking throu my friends requests on FB and Gary sent me one about 3 weeks ago and i had forgot to respond. my sincere condolences to all his family Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Popular Post Chalky Posted September 29, 2012 Author Popular Post Share Posted September 29, 2012 I've spoken to Ronnie again today. Ronnie, Toni, Nathan, Megan and all Gary's family have read all your wonderful messages and have been overwhelmed by the kindness and love shown to not just Gary but all his family. Ronnie can't reply personally but she says all Gary's family would all like to thank you all from the bottom of their hearts for all the kind words, thought and prayers at this difficult time. I will be printing out all your messages for Ronnie. 5 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
John Al Posted September 30, 2012 Share Posted September 30, 2012 I knew Gary later rather than earlier and he became a friend and confidant. A source of great knowledge, humour and passion not just for music but for life itself. I remember double decking with him at Karen's 40th. We had a blast........... I will miss him but mostly I will regret the contact and the phone calls I never made, that is my loss. Very sincere condonlences to all the family, John. 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Popular Post Alison H Posted October 5, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted October 5, 2012 Your friends came from far & wide to say ta-ra to you Gaz, what a testament to your life! Our lives won't be the same without your smiling face in it, we have our memories though, that we'll cherish forever Goodnight & godbless beautiful man We'll look after Ronnie, Toni, Nathan & Megan for you Bye for now Gaz Alison xx 4 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
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