Dave Shipman writes… Following on from the announcement of Keith’s sad and far too early death, it occurred to me that many club members, especially newer ones, will not know Keith or be aware of his contribution to the Striders over many years. Due to Covid restrictions we won’t be able to give him the … Continue reading Keith Wesson Remembered
Category Archives: In Memoriam
This eulogy was read out by our club Chairman, David Shipman. A tribute to Allan Seheult Runner, triathlete, cyclist and coach Carole has asked me to talk about some aspects of Allan’s sporting life: as a runner, cyclist, triathlete and coach; but it goes without saying that I am also describing a much-loved friend. Put … Continue reading Allan Seheult (1942 – 2019)
Pam Kirkup writes… Yesterday some of our members attended the funeral of Paul Gibson who died after a short illness on April 2nd, aged 66. Paul had been a founder member of Durham City Harriers in 1971; he subsequently joined Elvet Striders, a member for several years, but in recent times he was doing more … Continue reading Paul Gibson (1953-2019)
David Shipman writes … This is a tribute to Alan,on behalf of the Elvet Striders running club, which was read out at his funeral on Friday 7th July. It was compiled from comments, conversations, messages and memories from Striders who have run with him and enjoyed his company and friendship for over 30 years. Alan … Continue reading Alan Purvis (1938-2017)
Paul Smith writes… John was indeed a character making him a most likeable running friend even though he wasn’t a County Hall employee he loved to regularly meet up with us runners at Aykley Heads awaiting for one of us to sign him in. He enjoyed taking part in many handicaps and indeed was a … Continue reading John Hampson (1942-2011)
Dave Shipman writes … What follows is a snapshot of memories taken from conversations held over the last week or so, since the very sad news of Geoff’s death spread around the club. Geoff is fondly remembered by many people in the Elvet Striders Running Club as he was a popular lively club member from … Continue reading Geoff Simpson (1952-2006)
Dave Shipman writes… This tribute is based on comments from a number of people from both Elvet Striders and Durham Triathlon club, along with snippets from various articles about Mike’s amazing history as a runner and triathlete. These messages to Kim and her family have come in from people all over the country. They are … Continue reading Mike Hall (1930-2011)