Sotonian 610 Posted June 3, 2016 From Trials Guru website: Dave Gatenby, former Teeside Tigers speedway star and trials rider died suddenly as a result of a heart attack on Wednesday 1st June, 2016. He started his riding career in speedway before opening a motorcycle business as Dave Gatenby Motorcycles selling machines and accessories based at Yarm Road, Darlington, supporting many local competitors. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steve roberts 9,242 Posted June 3, 2016 (edited) Sad news. I remember him riding for Sunderland (1972?) and for Halifax occasionally. RIP Edited June 3, 2016 by steve roberts Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The White Knight 9,039 Posted June 3, 2016 (edited) I am very shocked by this. I watched Dave at Sunderland. I saw him develop in to a very fine Rider both for Sunderland and for Halifax. He suffered a broken leg and was not the same Rider afterwards. He was a nice friendly person who will be missed. Thanks for the memories Dave. My sincere condolences to his Family and friends. May he Rest in Peace. Edited June 3, 2016 by The White Knight 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
frigbo 518 Posted June 3, 2016 (edited) Sad news. Rememeber seeing Dave for Halifax in 74-75. Edited June 3, 2016 by frigbo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sidney the robin 4,735 Posted June 3, 2016 RIP Dave Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wessex Wanderer 148 Posted June 4, 2016 Very sad. R.I.P. Dave Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scarletrider 66 Posted June 4, 2016 Shocked and saddened by the news. Dave started as a raw novice for the Sunderland Stars in 1971 and quickly progressed to became a heat leader by 1973. A likeable and pleasant lad, a true "Star" for Sunderland Speedway. Fondly remembered by all Sunderland speedway supporters, and thanks for the memories. Rest In Peace Dave. Bob and Molly Ferry 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BOBBATH 466 Posted June 4, 2016 Very sorry to hear this- do any forumlanders know old was Dave at the time of his sad passing? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
frigbo 518 Posted June 4, 2016 (edited) Very sorry to hear this- do any forumlanders know old was Dave at the time of his sad passing?Would have been 66 next Saturday. Edited June 4, 2016 by frigbo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites