Dave Eccles
Dear members
I am afraid we have some very sad news to pass on to you all.
Dave Eccles passed away on Thursday 3rd October.
Many of you will already have seen the news on Facebook and on the 24/7 WhatsApp chat.
Originally associated with Pennington Flash in the 70s and 80s at Lowton Sailing Club where he served a stint as commodore.
Dave continued to volunteer wherever he sailed over the years. Serving as Vice commodore at Elton sailing club and subsequently as Commodore at Bala sailing club.
As well as acting as our training principal for 5 years he was a nationally renowned coach, sailor and mentor culminating in a RYA Community award presented by Princess Ann last year.
Any Plaudits I give him cannot match the tributes on Facebook and the LLSC 24/7 WhatsApp group which, demonstrate the impact of his passing. If you are not on the group get someone to show you.
The family plan to have a Private Family Cremation for Dave.
They plan to hold a celebration of his life at the sailing club one Saturday to include some sailing and activities. Details and date to follow.
As soon as the details have been fleshed out, I will let you all know.
RIP Dave you will be very much missed
Kindest regards
Mike Barnes
President