Mr Soul Posted May 13, 2013 Posted May 13, 2013 R.I.P.Salmon,very sad news,deepest sympathy to friends and relations,woody
Guest Paul Posted May 13, 2013 Posted May 13, 2013 Sad news, my sympathies to his family and friends.
Guest coltaylor1 Posted May 13, 2013 Posted May 13, 2013 There are loads of times I can think of where Salmon has had us in stiches. I might be blethering on. but feel i have to say Salmon was a many facetted person. A real diamond. I could tell you loads of stories about this grumpy outspoken bloke. But I will share one. When I couldnt gegt a babysitter for my lads, who are both in their 30"s now. and Col would go to a niter without me. And more often athan not I got a knock on the door about 10pm and in would stroll Ross and Salmon. Saying weve just called to make sure your ok. Theyd stay fro a bit. make me laugh - wind anybody who hd the misfortune to call in. And make sure my door was locked and the boys were comfy when they left. When Ross died I thought Salmon would not make it. He proved me wrong. Im not going to spell check this to to honour Salmon, who always said "Fucking hell Karen your a true blonde If you learn to spell you could go far!" Love you always fella. KAren x
sid jones Posted May 13, 2013 Posted May 13, 2013 VERY SORRY TO HERE THE NEWS OF A SOUL GENT R.I.P SALMON SID&BERNADETTE
Chalky Posted May 13, 2013 Posted May 13, 2013 Sad sad news. He's suffered of late but hopefully he's at peace now. R.I.P. Salmon
Kev John Posted May 13, 2013 Posted May 13, 2013 Another Soulie gone to Soul Heaven RIP Salmon Condolences to him & his Family Kev
Popular Post Wrongcrowd Posted May 13, 2013 Popular Post Posted May 13, 2013 I first met Dave at Stafford, he was one of the regulars that you could have a laugh and talk vinyl with, and have a great time doing both. He was one of the best, a great, genuine guy with a real ear for the music and a passion for collecting. I'll miss him and my heartfelt condolences go out to his family and close friends. He'll be great company for Mickey. 4
Winsford Soul Posted May 13, 2013 Posted May 13, 2013 Sad to announce one of my oldest friends David passed away a short time ago , now at peace and no more pain .Godbless you mate. Rest in peaceSte and Lou
Jumpinjoan Posted May 13, 2013 Posted May 13, 2013 Was dreading coming on and reading this, absolutely gutted You are at rest now love x 2
Gilly Posted May 13, 2013 Posted May 13, 2013 Bless ya Salmon so glad i was one of your friends,gonna miss you.Gilly and Nicola
Soulsmurf Posted May 13, 2013 Posted May 13, 2013 RIP Salmon you will be missed by so many x x x x Smurfy and Pete x x x
Sooty Posted May 13, 2013 Posted May 13, 2013 I don't know if mine and Salmons paths crossed or we shared nights together in the 90's. I feel as though I missed out if we didn't. The sign of anyones life is how much they get back. It is clear from your posts he was a giver and man of the people....and soulful with it. From your posts....I know the character....and know he left a lot of happy and funny memorys behind. Take them with you and have a dance at your next gig for him. If he's the kind of guy I believe he was...he'd appreciate that as would his family. It's hard to say owt when you don;t know someone 'personally'...and hope this post relays my sincere sadness at this loss to you and us all...X R.I.P...Salmon....and thanx for making a difference to so many...X LUV SOOTY X Any charitable cause that may be sorted in connection with Salmon and his family then count me in...it's the least I could do for the family and friends he leaves behind......X 3
45cellar Posted May 14, 2013 Posted May 14, 2013 Very sad news. Condolences to family friends. R.I.P. Salmon
Guest SteveJohnston Posted May 14, 2013 Posted May 14, 2013 R.I.P. Salmon so so sad. Steve & Claire J
Ritchieandrew Posted May 14, 2013 Posted May 14, 2013 Sad news indeed, another Stalwart lost, and to the detriment of the scene. Rest in Peace your memory will live on forever. Ritchie & Ann.
Dysonsoul Posted May 14, 2013 Posted May 14, 2013 That's a shame ,enjoyed many years of music and general life stories , most recently at the kestrel Burnley a few years ago - where we did the most hilarious record deal i've ever done ! That will be how i will remember him ... my best wishes to close family and frends. A.d
jocko Posted May 14, 2013 Posted May 14, 2013 Just came in to see this, really sad.Off to record room for an Arctic sessionRIP Jock xx 2
Citizen P Posted May 14, 2013 Posted May 14, 2013 Just came in to see this, really sad. Off to record room for an Arctic session RIP Jock xx Nice one, he'd appreciate that..
Popular Post Derek Pearson Posted May 14, 2013 Popular Post Posted May 14, 2013 (edited) Over the weekend I intended adding to this thread but kept getting sidetracked and didn't. I was gonna say summat like "As we get older we forget how long we've known some people, as the years turn slowly but very quickly into decades. Fairly certain I first met Salmon in the mid to late eighties and soon recognised him as a 'good lad'. He knew his records and was always after more. Our paths didn't cross for a long long time until he started coming over to Paul Harris's Bradford soul nights last year. We carried on chatting and having a laugh like we'd always done previously oblivious to the long gap in seeing each other. We traded some records and I got a long time want off him. To be honest I can't recall the last time I actually went to Rochdale (not sure if going to Mick Howard's in Heywood counts), think it might have even been one of Salmon's soul nights at Spotland (home of Rochdale FC) years ago and I hoped I wouldn't be next going to the town for all the wrong reasons. But as things turned out it sadly looks like I will be visiting Rochdale very soon to pay my last respects. Salmon was one of the old school and very much a part of the fabric of this weird and wonderful scene of ours. He will be much missed by many. Take care fella wherever you may land. Derek Edited May 14, 2013 by Derek Pearson 7
Citizen P Posted May 14, 2013 Posted May 14, 2013 Details regarding the funeral etc will be posted on here and on our F/B page 45 Revolutions, as soon as we know ATB Tony
decksie Posted May 14, 2013 Posted May 14, 2013 Our deepest Condolences go out to family and friends at this sad time. We're all gonna miss you Salmon !!! R.I.P Soul-manDerek & Janet
Guest coltaylor1 Posted May 14, 2013 Posted May 14, 2013 Over the weekend I intended adding to this thread but kept getting sidetracked and didn't. I was gonna say summat like "As we get older we forget how long we've known some people, as the years turn slowly but very quickly into decades. Fairly certain I first met Salmon in the mid to late eighties and soon recognised him as a 'good lad'. He knew his records and was always after more. Our paths didn't cross for a long long time until he started coming over to Paul Harris's Bradford soul nights last year. We carried on chatting and having a laugh like we'd always done previously oblivious to the long gap in seeing each other. We traded some records and I got a long time want off him. To be honest I can't recall the last time I actually went to Rochdale (not sure if going to Mick Howard's in Heywood counts), think it might have even been one of Salmon's soul nights at Spotland (home of Rochdale FC) years ago and I hoped I wouldn't be next going to the town for all the wrong reasons. But as things turned out it sadly looks like I will be visiting Rochdale very soon to pay my last respects. Salmon was one of the old school and very much a part of the fabric of this weird and wonderful scene of ours. He will be much missed by many. Take care fella wherever you may land. Derek nice what you said Derek. Salmon will be sadly missed. The things I remenber about Salmom afre sandbach services before and after satafford. the cyberman from Preston. At Dave Malloys, and allthe other tricks you pulled on me, If I could write a book I would. there are so many things to remember him by would blow your mind, known Salmon for years seems like forever, cafrnt remember when I didn't know him, He wilbe sadly missed . Its a big hole taken out of my live. I will miss you like mad. I know you will be waiting for me and he wont be on his own when he gets there where ever he has gone on his journey. He will be welcomed by old friends - tooo many to list. you werent religous Salmon but be save you grumpy old get! Col
Popular Post Alison H Posted May 14, 2013 Popular Post Posted May 14, 2013 So sorry to read this and my heart goes out to my friends over the border who were the closest to Salmon. Thinking of you all & trying to send you comfort at this painful time. To Salmon: Who the heck is gonna escort me over the cobbles now!! Huh, some people will do anything to get out of a bed bath! (I can see you smiling at that bit) It's been an honour knowing you my friend & you will always have a special place in my heart. Rest In Peace now, & have a lovely afterlife Alison xxx 8
Guest coltaylor1 Posted May 15, 2013 Posted May 15, 2013 (edited) just heard that salmons funeral is WEDNSDAY 22nd MAY AT 1,40 pm AT ROCHDALE CREMATORIUM BURY ROAD ROCHDALE OL11 4DG Edited May 15, 2013 by coltaylor1
Citizen P Posted May 15, 2013 Posted May 15, 2013 just heard that salmons funeral is WENSDAY 22nd MAY AT 1,40 pm AT ROCHDALE CREMATORIUM BURY ROAD ROCHDALE OL11 4DG just heard that salmons funeral is WENSDAY 22nd MAY AT 1,40 pm AT ROCHDALE CREMATORIUM BURY ROAD ROCHDALE OL11 4DG Hi Col/Karen, Just started new thread ATB Tony
Mace Posted May 16, 2013 Posted May 16, 2013 Don't get on SS as much as I used to so ashamed to say that I only heard about this tonight. RIP Salmon, a great guy with a proper passion for soul. Till next time......sleep well pal. 2
Guest Posted May 21, 2013 Posted May 21, 2013 I didn't know him personally, but I have dealt with him a couple of times. A great experience every time. Very sad to hear this. R.I.P. Many condolences from me.
Guest SB1977 Posted July 20, 2013 Posted July 20, 2013 I have just spent about an hour looking over the soul source website enjoying the various contributions and memories and was just about to retire to bed when i came across this article. I, like most of the Heywood and Rochdale crew going to the casino in the mid to late 70's knew salmon well. Salmon was a Castleton lad as i recall and a great debater for any noble cause. He was a big pal of Ross , Frosty , Billy , Lee Shep , Heapy, O'D , Ant Lee and to be honest countless others from north Manchester (Wigan goers) at the time. An ever present at the Casino (mostly in the record bar i seem to remember) he was a very straight talking chap who knew his way around an underground record scene from the USA 60's , 70's and beyond, like not many others. I last saw Salmon around 2 yrs ago and like everybody else i'm sure , now I very much regret not spending a little more time 'chewing the cud' with the chap (if of course an audience he would grant) as i knew he had been ill but assumed he was recovering as he looked so well ! Top chap that Salmon bloke , i know that he had lots of friends outside of the northern soul scene but i do think that this was his family and i feel very sad tonight , how fitting that it's a Saturday ! Just for the record - The 400 bus from Oldham went through Rochdale , Heywood and eventually arrived in Bolton in time for a beer at the pub at the Bus station ahead of the 11pm (515) bus to Wigan (hope i got the bus numbers right). Salmon enjoyed and entertained all through the journey and even after the baths (and goodness knows what 'stay wake' help the next morning) he always had a smile and interesting chat for all. R.I.P Salmon - you will be sadly missed.
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