Sad news

[falcon409]

Very sorry to hear of Dave's passing. My condolences to his Family and friends. RIP Dave.

 

[TARPSBird]

What a shock and how sad to hear of DaveB's passing. He was one of the regulars here and I always enjoyed his posts. RIP, sir.

 

[Rami]

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My condolences to his family and the SOH community. I noticed his name in the forum lists often.

 

[Milton Shupe]

Oh my; it truly saddens me to hear this. My condolences to family and friends. Rest in Peace Sir!

 

[stovall]

Very sorry to hear the news, Dave was just one of those folks that when I saw DaveB associated with anything, I wanted to see what he had to offer. Rest in peace Dave, you will be missed.

 

[Duckie]

What a blow. I always thought Dave was a very likable fellow and helpful when he could be. Heart felt condolences to his family and friends. RIP DaveB.

 

[Moses03]

Much too young to go! RIP Dave.

 

[mal998]

It makes me sad to hear of another comrade passing on. Condolences to all Dave's family and friends.

 

[Tako_Kichi]

I am stunned to read this grave news. Dave and I had a lot in common and I regarded him as a friend even though I only knew him via the internet. We were only four days apart in age, were born and grew up in the same county in England (although at opposite ends) and both of us had a love of motorcycles and aircraft. I will miss him and his dry humour and my thoughts go out to his wife and children. RIP Dave.

 

[SpaceWeevil]

I didn't know Dave but I always appreciated how, even if he disagreed strongly with someone, he ended with ATB (all the best) - just to show it was a difference of opinion, not a declaration of war. It's an example I wish some of today's quick-fire online haters would follow. RIP Dave B.

 

[jamminjames]

I didn't know the man. Just started going back and forth with him on the A-20 thread. He had a sense of humor and a true talent. I didn't want to start my day with this news. May God be with him and his family..

 

[manfredc3]

I didn't know Dave, but am saddened to hear another strong holder of the flight simulator community has passed on.

My thoughts go out to his family and friends.

R.I.P

 

[Dave Torkington]

Like Manfred I didn't know Dave personally but I've fond memories of his contributions to CBFS. Very sad news indeed.

My sincere condolences to his family and friends.

 

[delta_lima]

Shocked beyond belief.

Since he was a fellow motorcyclist, my first thought was accident, especially given his comparative young age. That doesn't appear to be the issue, but in no way less tragic. Over the years, Dave and I talked at great length regarding our respective military careers, joked about the vagaries of British versus Japanese versus European motorcycle ownership, and specifically, the one area we both loved - naval-oriented flight sim. His knowledge of naval vessels was legendary, and he helped me in the early days of my figuring out FSX AI ship formations.

He was generous and kind, and recently began to take on some great repaint projects. My deepest condolences to his wife Alison and daughter - a terrible loss, but my memories of his friendship will remain.

dl

 

[Blackbird686]

Very sad to hear of his passing. A very generous bloke IMO, helped me out on several occasions, taught me a thing or two.. My deepest condolences to his family.

BB686

 

[hairyspin]

A big shock, my heartfelt condolences to his family. His naval aviation contributions will be much missed.

 

[cortomalteseit]

OMG, I'm very shocked of reading this.
R.I.P., Dave

 

[blanston12]

I was very shocked to hear that, only known him online but felt like we have been friends for many years. It was dave's involvement that turned me to become active on this forum. He will be greatly missed.

Happy Flying Dave!

 

[Smashing Time]

Thanks for your contributions Dave.

R.I.P.

 

[fallenphoenix1986]

Really sad to hear he's passed. I'm not particularly active here but have been interacting with him on other FS boards for many years. Really going to miss him.

RIP