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Derek Lacey Obituary
News of the popular commentator’s death – a day after he suffered a major stroke – was broken to the station’s listeners this lunchtime.
BBC colleagues, who have described him as a “dear friend”, were devastated by his death, as were executives at Carlisle United.
Mr Lacey, who was aged in his sixties, enjoyed a cult following among Blues fans for his colourful match commentary of the League One club’s fortunes.
He had been treated by medics in Carlisle’s Cumberland Infirmary after being rushed in following a stroke yesterday.
News of his illness had prompted messages of goodwill from his colleagues and United fans, who regarded him as a fellow supporter.
The grandfather, Radio Cumbria’s Carlisle commentator since 1998, was a popular figure around Brunton Park with players, officials and fans.
He had relayed the kick-by-kick action at more than 500 Carlisle matches and was perhaps best known for his passionate reaction when on-loan goalkeeper Jimmy Glass scored an injury-time winner to keep United in the football league 10 years ago.
Mr Lacey has also achieved a cult following among supporters for his occasional slips of the tongue while commentating. He always, however, took this with good humour.
He grew up in north London, but his job with Royal Mail brought him to Carlisle in 1969 and he began following United.
While working later for the NHS in the city as a psychiatric nurse, he became a hospital radio volunteer and presented a sports programme, leading to his work with the BBC.
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Steve Hermon
July 2, 2009
I used to work at CFM covering Carlisle United matches for them, during the League Two winning season of 2005-06, so I got to meet Derek Lacey on a regular basis.
He was such a nice bloke and willing to help me out even if I was just a young lad at a 'rival' commercial radio station.
I saw him again earlier this season when Carlisle came to play Walsall, who I was covering that day, and I was quite privileged cos he remembered me! And once again he was nice and helpful!
He definitely had a cult following and will be really missed. Carlisle United commentaries won't be the same without his voice on them.
RIP Derek.
Mikey Burrows
July 1, 2009
So saddened to hear this news, covering a local football club can be tough over a long season but Derek was a ray of sunshine and always had a smile on his face the times i met him.
He was also very helpful sharing team info when he could have ignored this young commercial commentator.
Best wishes to all who knew him
Mikey Burrows - Heart Milton Keynes Dons commentator
Liz, Louise & Richard Bell
June 25, 2009
We all have fond memories of Derek, you were a really good friend to our dear Husband and Dad Brian Bell who sadly passed away in August 2006.
We know you had many a good night in The Haywain.
Our thoughts are with all Derek's family at this very sad time.
ELAINE KIELTY
June 23, 2009
bye degsey i am going to miss our little conversations during your commentery on saturdays and tuesdays you were a wonderful man and we are going to miss you loads rest in peace my dear friend from elaine in the C B S stand
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June 23, 2009
saturday afternoons will never be the same.
Lacey the legend, a true player.
god bless.
Liz & Ken Robinson
June 22, 2009
We listened to Derek's commentary every Saturday, or Tuesday evening, following the fortune of Carlisle United. The programme were always entertaining, irrespective of the results, and the enthusiasm of Derek for the Blues (No Bias!!!) made the commentaries memorable listening. A VERY HARD ACT TO FOLLOW.
Rest in peace, Degsy.
Andy Hills
June 21, 2009
Thanks for the years of entertainment and the memories.. RIP Degsy
maureen shaw
June 20, 2009
I would like Derek's family to know we are all thinking of them in this sad time and would like you to know my family and I were priviledges to know such a special person.
We will not only miss Derek for his commentory on match days but over the past year me and my family grew to know Derek personally through my son Connor being seriously ill with meningitus in Newcastle Genersl. Derek made it possible for Two united players to visit Connor in hospital and be presented with a signed shirt and we also got to meet Derek in person to thank him for what he had done for us all in our hard times. He kept in contact on numerous occassions to see how Connor and us were and always kept our spirits up.
Derek you will be greatlly missed but never be forgotten
Maureen Shaw
An old friend, Little Corby
June 20, 2009
A lovely, lovely man always had a smile on his face and a good word for everyone. Missed by many. R.I.P.
Chris Dowsett
June 20, 2009
Derek - you have left a tremendous hole in the club and radio station and will be a massive act to follow.
I can honestly say that you at times reduced me to tears of emotion during your enthusiastic commentaries. RIP
Paul & Chris Irving
June 20, 2009
Gone but will never be forgotten R.I.P.
June 20, 2009
thanks degsy for the smiles you were one of a kind a true fan mate time for a rest ... alan solway coast
Geoff
June 19, 2009
So Jeff, do you think we need to change the formation? OH! WHAT A SHOT! GREAT SAVE, WHAT A SCRAMBLE! A DEFLECTION, OH MY WORD! OH! O OH! The, the shot was deflected, he saved it, it went out, a corner I think. Who to Derek? Derek was such a fan that he would get as excited as any other fan and the fact that it got confusing just made the commentary even more realistic. You really will be so missed next season Derek. Condolencies to all your family and friends.
MIKE LORIMER
June 19, 2009
DEREK AND I GO BACK A LONG WAY, WE DID THE COMMENTARIES TOGETHER FOR HOSPITAL RADIO IN THE SEVENTIES. I HAVE JUST HEARD THE SAD NEWS, EVEN THOUGH I NOW LIVE IN THE SOUTH OF FRANCE DEREK AND I KEPT IN TOUCH. I AM SURE HE WILL BE A BIG MISS AND THE CARLISLE GAMES WILL NOT BE THE SAME WITHOUT HIS WONDERFUL COMMENTARIES.
Martin
June 19, 2009
Absolute class on a Saturday afternoon... pure entertainment. A unique style which we all loved. Irreplaceable!
The voice of CUFC will be sadly missed.
sarah cannon
June 19, 2009
when i was unable to get to the matches i used to listen to them on the radio. now listening to the radio on a saturday wont be the same again with derek... r.i.p derek u will be greatly missed by everyone.. sweet dreams.. my condolences to his family
SJT
June 19, 2009
Derek thanks for making listening to football a pleasure.I for one was always looking forward to your superb commentery when Carlisle were playing.You will be a huge miss.
God Bless.
Bill and Joan Hayton
June 19, 2009
With the passing away of Degsie, we say goodbye to a Real Gentleman, a genuine nice guy, someone who would always pass the time of day with you, share his opinions, have a laugh and a joke ,and all without any malice or intent.
His unique style of commentary was enjoyed by all. We've been taken through the Rollercoaster ride of the Highs and Lows of following Carlisle United in his own inimitable manner.
Sadly, there will be no more Happy, Smiling face, looking down at us from the back of C stand now, and the commentary box will somehow now appear a little 'darker'.
Today the world of Radio broadcasting has lost a Real Legend, and we, a true Gentleman.
Our condolences go out to his family at this particular time, but also can we give thanks to them for allowing us to 'share' degsy, when he was broadcasting.
Very sadly missed......
June 19, 2009
I am not a real football fan but always listen to Radio Cumbria on the way home from work and obviously have tuned into Derek. Instead of switching off I have listened and been entertained by Derek's enthusiasm and passion. He became a voice I knew and looked forward to hearing and I am gutted I will not hear that voice and that passion anymore. I am so glad he died enjoying something he absolutely adored but send my heartfelt condolences to his family and the hundreds of people who will miss him.
Cyndy XXX
Andy
June 19, 2009
Derek was a great entertainer,and a good person.I will miss your commentry and your passion for Carlisle Utd.I'm sure he will still follow the Blues and watch over us.
R.I.P Derek
Langhom Blues
June 18, 2009
Derek you were a true blue. when things were going wrong at the club you were the one that would keep everyones heads up. You wont be forgotten by any true blue and I know you will be there looking over the team this season from brunton park to St Marys we all know you will be watching. R.I.P Derek
tom robson
June 18, 2009
saturdays matchday he wound me up...he kept me enthralled...he lived the game...every kick...i lived it with him.life goes on but will be poorer...carlisle united has lost a big big player...will always spare him a thought on matchdays rest in peace derek
June 18, 2009
I have never followed football but i have always loved your enthusiasm, rest in peace aml h
a fan
June 18, 2009
never thought of derek as a commentator
just thought he was sat beside me talking about the game as if we were sat in the stands together enjoying the match. it has been a pleasure to have listened to him.
Jeff Thorpe
June 18, 2009
Well degs, that commentary box can never be the same now your gone, it will be very strange indeed not being greeted by that friendly smile on a saturday afternoon.
Its been a real privilege working with you over the last several years and and even greater one just calling you a friend, the world will be a poorer place now you've left us. A really genuine fella and i'll never forget you pal. R.I.P Derek
Jeff
June 18, 2009
So sad to hear this news.
Always enjoyed sharing the press box with you whenever Carlisle played against Shrewsbury. It was always a pleasure given your enthusiasm.
Sincere condolences to all your family and many friends
RIP Derek.
Stuart Dunn, Shrewsbury Town commentator for BBC Radio Shropshire
April
June 18, 2009
you will be sadly missed by everyone. RIP x
andy
June 18, 2009
derek will always have a special place at brunton park, adored by the fans, we have shared every carlisle utd moment with him and it won't be the same without him.
r.i.p derek, you will never be forgotten
Kev Bimson
June 18, 2009
So sad , Derek will be a big miss.He worked with my late mother many years ago and now he will be up there with her watching down on the Blues.
Will never ever forget your smile and witty banter
Karlarl
peter gorley
June 18, 2009
first may i say i'm not an avid supporter of carlisle united i much prefer the oval ball game of rugby league having played professionally for workington town, st helens, cumbria, england & gt. britain.
but on most saturday afternoons i tuned in to radio cumbria to listen to the match report from the one & only derek lacey. he made it compulsive listening & epitomised what reporting about "his" team really meant to him.
as a reporter he had no peers in my view, saturday's will never be the same again as no one could ever take his place, a very sad day not just for football but for the legend that is derek lacey.
john
June 18, 2009
listening to the games will never be the same . to a true blue !!!!!
lacey is a legend.
r.i.p derek
John , carlisle
Richard Moss
June 18, 2009
Derek was an absolute legend, and as someone who was lucky enough to work with him, a real pleasure to be around. Yes he got things wrong sometimes, but that was part of his unique charm. What you could never fault was his enthusiasm and his commitment to the job. Irreplaceable.
Boxie
June 18, 2009
To a true blue,will miss the happy banter
Barry Key
June 18, 2009
My sats won't be the same without our Degsy's comentry on Radio Cumbria, He will be sadly missed and a very hard act to follow, He did'nt always get things right but that was the magic of the guy. But his passion for the Blue's never altered. Deepest sympathy to all his family and friends...
Barry John Key aka Victor. Workington Cumbria.
Ian Wride
June 18, 2009
As a Carlisle United supporter since 1950, now living in Merseyside, I looked forward to Saturday afternoons and listening to Derek's commentary. He made the game come alive with a lot of passion and touches of humour. He is a legend, and that legend lives on. I will miss you Derek.
Vegard Jensen
June 18, 2009
Really sad news. Match commentary will never be the same. Never met him personally, but he seemed like a really nice bloke and true gent. Thoughts to all his family and friends. R.I.P. Derek.
Lynas Family
June 18, 2009
The thoughts of Saturday afternoons without your commentary is unthinkable. You will be such a miss, you made every match so exciting even when it wasn't. Rest in Peace Derek Lacey.
'Do not be sad that he has gone, Smile that he was here'
Kevin Stuart
June 18, 2009
Really sad to hear of the death of Derek. Top bloke what more can one say.
June 18, 2009
Every friday night and every other saturday, i would put the radio on and thusly invite a old friend in to my house. Degs lacey. Not only did he commentate on the football, he entertained and made you believe you were there too. A true legend, not only as a sports broadcaster but as a true blue. We will miss you. Our deepest sympathy goes out to his family and friends.
Kieron & Matty Bulman (Carlisle)
Trev Huck
June 18, 2009
Flies at exeter, goalies scoring, getting tangled up in cables, penalty shoot outs never a dull moment with derek on the radio will be truly missed always had time for word and a pint if you ever bumped into him at far flung football grounds around the country top man....
Chris Coote
June 18, 2009
Great shock and very unexpected too. Was so looking forward to hearing him during the course of next season's 'promotion'push. Hope this tragedy will galvanize the lads to go for it...for Derek!
Martin Payne
June 18, 2009
Derek, Your heart and soul were part of Carlisle United. Forever in our hearts will you remain. We hope that your family and freinds understand that you were also part of our family and a large part has gone. You are somewhere peaceful now. So long Mr Lacey you have touched so many that you could never understand. RIP
Pamela Griffiths
June 18, 2009
I didn't know Derek personally but I will miss his match commentaries - especially at the away games.
He was like the voice in my living room on match days.
Thoughts go to all of his family and friends.
Kath & Rich Irving
June 18, 2009
Saturdays at 3 o'clock are never going to be the same.The voice of Carlisle United, you will be sadly missed by so many people.We hope that 1 day Brunton Park will pay some sort of tribute to him maybe a plaque put up somewhere within the grounds.God bless Derek xx
June 18, 2009
Match day will never be the same without Derek.He will be missed by us all.
Thoughts to his family and friends at this very sad time.
RIP.
Donald and Pauline. Carlisle
vicci thornley
June 18, 2009
i am saddened to hear that derek has saddly passed away. my thoughts go out to his family at this very sad time. i hope you find comfort in the kind words spoken by all. i don't think you could find anyone who had a bad word to say about him he was loved by all. A true blue fan who even when the chips were down could keep our spirits up. i know for one it won't be the same without his commentary as i listened in my car. forever remembered
never forgotten
rest in peace derek (mr carlisle united)
Claire Todd
June 18, 2009
A Carlisle supporter through & through (apart from his Arsenal of course!!!) Saturday afternoons will not be the same without you x Have grown up with you Mr Lacey, I will miss your slip up's & un-bias commentry!!! Love you x You will always be with us x a true star x Claire Todd, Kendal x
Louis Maxwell
June 18, 2009
I am deeply saddened.Rest in peace.
Your contribution to Carlisle United fans was immense.
Your legacy lives on.
Shepherds
June 18, 2009
You may have stepped off the roller coaster Derek but you'll still be with us for the ride.
A true gentleman.
R.I.P
gary Robinson
June 18, 2009
Shocked and saddened to hear about Derek. Saturday afternoons will never be the same again. Rest in Peace.
Chris and Alice
June 18, 2009
Carlisle United commentaries will never be quite the same again :-
"THE LEGEND THAT WAS DEREK LACEY"
God Bless
Steve Perruzza
June 17, 2009
Was deeply saddened to hear of Derek's passing, it's truly like losing a friend. Next season won't be the same that's for sure. We'll be seeing you, Degsy in all the old familiar places, God Bless.
Dave H
June 17, 2009
As A Barrow fan, I have enjoyed Dereks comentry's over the years, and it has saddened me greatly to hear of his passing. He is well loved not only in carlise but also in the south of the county as well.
rip Derek, you are a star.
Malcolm Little
June 17, 2009
Derek you will be fondly remembered by many but most of all by me god bless you Malcolm
June 17, 2009
R.I.P. from all at gillford park football club, carlisle.
June 17, 2009
Derek Lacey was to football as Murray Walker was to F1 commentating..absolutely fabulous. Listening to Carlisle's matches will never be the same again. My thoughts go to his nearest and dearest.
jason and amanda smith
June 17, 2009
derek you are a legend rip fella
Peter
June 17, 2009
Saturday 3.00pm you made it come alive, it mattered as much to you as it did to us, we could ask no more.
Thanks Degsy.
BEX
June 17, 2009
saturday will not be the same anymore no one can replace u , thank u 4 all the laughs U GIVE US , my thoughts r with the family R.I.P
Mike Etheridge
June 17, 2009
I was shocked to hear of Dereks death.I remember with sincere fondness the times spent with him at Garlands Hospital all those years ago.He was a great nurse educator & colleague. Although living in Australia for many years now we would still hear of his radio exploits & comments with my son, Daniel listening to him via the internet during the nightimes here.My thoughts are with his Family at this difficult time.
Mike Etheridge
June 17, 2009
I was shocked to hear of Dereks death.I remember with sincere fondness the times spent with him at Garlands Hospital all those years ago.He was a great nurse educator & colleague. Although living in Australia for many years now we would still hear of his radio exploits & comments with my son, Daniel listening to him via the internet during the nightimes here.My thoughts are with his Family at this difficult time.
Andrew Carruthers
June 17, 2009
As it says by the Petteril End, Lacey is a legend, and always will be. Rest in peace Derek!
Ben
June 17, 2009
Derek, you will be missed. Match days will never be the same again. No one can replace you.
R.I.P, You will never be forgotten
NICK CRANSTON
June 17, 2009
I was travelling on M6 through Shap on Monday and thought of you when Radio Cumbria came back in signal, its the only time I listen. We never did have that meal... Cranny,Simone and Family. True gent. God bless.
Faye Ridley
June 17, 2009
Derek you will be a huge miss to us, our football club and our city. Such a gentleman, who had time for everyone. His commentary was so entertaining and always had me on the edge of my seat. I feel privileged to have known Derek as I was growing up and always felt a warmth when I switched on the radio for away games and heard his voice. Loved the 'Laceyisms' and no matter how confusing it got or how many scorelines/players names were mixed up, I could listen to Derek commentate on my team all day long!
Forever in our hearts, you touched many people all over the country Derek. Keep an eye on how we're doing from up there, as you always say Carlisle don't do midtable obscurity.
A very sad day indeed, we have lost an honorary Cumbria, a true blue xxxxx
Emma
June 17, 2009
Derek Lacey, a true legend! He was our 12th man on the pitch! Our match commentary will never be the same, you always put a smile on our faces even if Carlisle were losing! It has been a pleasure knowing a true gentleman like you, we are all proud to have know you Degsy! Our thoughts are with your family. Rest In Peace Derek. Gone but never forgotten. All our love. x x x
June 17, 2009
Derek Lacey, a true legend! Your were our 12th man! Match commentary will never be the same again without our voice of Carlisle United. You put a smile on our faces and we should be all proud to have known you. Our love goes to your family. A true blue fan Degsy. You will be missed greatly. Rest In Peace now Derek. Gone but never forgotten. God bless you Degsy. All my love. x x x
Matt Hill
June 17, 2009
A man who symbolises everything good in a person. A true gent, passionate and loyal and a very funny man also. He was able to make the worst days seem not as bad and show that there is always light at the end of the tunnel.
Carlisle United was his life and his commentary made it many other people's life too. One of these characters who simply will never be replaced. I'm too sad to listen to cvommentary any more.
Derek, a true legend. Take your rightful place directly above Brunton and watch us all tear through countless emotions as you call all the players the wrong names.
RIP Derek lacey
Doug Streat
June 17, 2009
I remember hearing numerous local commentators during a long drive up from the south one saturday and it was only on catching the last 5 minutes of Derek that i really felt home. A man of real character.
Susan Osborne
June 17, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
john
June 17, 2009
so shocked didn,t even know he was badly,i hope radio cumbria find another derek but i doubt it.god bless ya degsy r.i.p.
Mike Corry
June 17, 2009
A gentleman in every sense of the word.
One of a rare breed of people who could laugh at themselves and with more gaffs than Murray Walker he endeared himself to Carlisle fans all over the world.
And for the thousands of Blues fans scattered around the globe or those just unable to get to matches he was the definitive voice of Carlisle United. I am privileged to have been able to call him a friend and add to that some of our moments in the Radio Cumbria commentary box over the years that have elevated him to legendry status he will be sorely missed. My sincere condolences to his family.
Keep that glass half full Derek.
Claire Burgess
June 17, 2009
Derek or should i say Degsy, you brought humour and fantastic live commentaries every saturday from 3.00pm, whether it was home or away. Always an enjoyment to listen to. It was also a pleasure in spending one saturday afternoon with you with BBC Radio Cumbria, having a laugh and learning about the radio commentary that you did. It made me take up a journalism course. You will be sadly missed. R.I.P
Jak Harris
June 17, 2009
Listening to the games when I cant make it will never be the same :(
Derek Lacey, the voice of Carlisle United, a true legend!
Thank you for all the things you did for me to do with the club like getting me on the radio a few times and giving me a "Shoutout" when I hit the bar at Huddersfield.
R.I.P Mr Carlisle United
Mike Forrest
June 17, 2009
Derek's lively commentaries were the next best thing to actually being at the match. Saturday afternoons will never be the same again.
June 17, 2009
Carlisle commentaries will never be quite the same again without :-
"THE LEGEND THAT WAS DEREK LACEY"
Sadly missed by so many...........
Chris and Alice Harraby
Cathrine Wills
June 17, 2009
I never meet Derek, but felt like i knew him. After listening to him for many years commentaing on Carlisle. Even the worst games he always had something funny to say, he once commented on a flock of Starlings & on someone eating a pie. But he also had a serious & passionate side to him about Carlisle,which you could tell just by listening to him after the games. Deepest sympathy to his family. He will be sadly missed by all listeners & all who knew him.
Darren Mulholland
June 17, 2009
Cant believe the news about OUR Degsy!!
He was a true CUFC legend. I used to love all the slip of the tongues he made on radio cumbria while commentating on CUFC. He made me laugh so much.
R.I.P degsy you will be missed.
Love to the family at this sad time!
June 17, 2009
Derek , The voice of Carlisle United
R.I.P.
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June 17, 2009
A true CUFC legend. Match day commentary will never be the same again. RIP Derek, you will never be forgotton
LJ (Carlisle)
Susan & Colin
June 17, 2009
We are totally shocked by the really sad news of Derek's death. Listening to Radio Cumbria on Saturday afternoon match days will never be the same again. Derek had a way of making you think you were actually there at the match watching it, apart that is when he inadvertingly had us playing the wrong team or the wrong players playing, it was all part of his entertaining commentry and always gave us a laugh. Derek, you will be sadly missed by many but in particular from us Blues supporters. Brunton Park should now have a Derek Lacey stand.
Jeff Colman
June 17, 2009
Supported Carlisle for over 50 years and Dereks name will be the first to come to mind when Carlisle United are mentioned.God Bless Degsy
brian mccafferty
June 17, 2009
thank you derek for all the pleasure you brought my son with
your commentary you will be sadly missed
brian mccafferty
Neil,Angela,Emily,Charlotte Henderson
June 17, 2009
Really shocked at the news today,you will be great miss to everyone connected with Carlisle Utd and the local community.Rest in peace Derek ,You are our 12th man.
June 17, 2009
Derek, you were a joy to work with. A passionate sports fan and a warm and lovely character. You'll be very sadly missed.
Jane Prendergast (ex Radio Cumbria)
Luke
June 17, 2009
3 o clock on a saturday wont be the same. R.I.P Degsy
Rachel Rome
June 17, 2009
Completely shocked. My thoughts are with Derek's family and close friends at this difficult time. You'll be sadly missed, Degsy. Those Saturday afternoons listening to you were more than just a commentary. You were a hugely popular figure throughout the club, and one that could never be replicated. You'll be sadly missed, feels like a piece of the club has been ripped out. A passionate Carlisle fan who always tried to cheer us all up even through the bad times. RIP Degsy, never replaced, never forgotten, from all fellow Carlisle fans - you're a true legend. x
Lindsey Kerr
June 17, 2009
Derek will be missed, he was a superb commentator, and a fellow colleague when I was at BBC Radio Cumbria.
He was even my landlord for a short while!
He will be missed.
Lindsey Kerr
Carlisle
Kevin
June 17, 2009
Derek, you were/are Mr Carlisle United. God bless ya fella.
Jon Colman
June 17, 2009
The press boxes will be emptier places next season, although I know you'll be at Exeter on January 2 (and all the other grounds) in spirit!
Farewell to a lovely man.
Anna Birkett
June 17, 2009
Saturday's are never going to be the same without you, you were and are the voice of carlisle united. you will be sadly missed.
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Noreen Colman
June 17, 2009
Just found out about Derek. Absolutely shocked. Listening to Blues matches will never be the same without 'good old Degsy'. He will be sadly missed. God Bless him.
Heartfelt sympathies goes to all his family.
tammy
June 17, 2009
R.I.P Derek the voice of carlisle united, saturdays will never be the same.
helen wood
June 17, 2009
saturday sport will never be the same again i hope your spirit lives on in the team,thankyou for all your yeard dedicated to cufc.xxxxxx
Julia White
June 17, 2009
Sadly the football world has lost a devoted lovely man. I worked in the Reception at the club just a short while, and everytime he came in to interview the manager and players he was always polite, happy and cheery. Derek was the voice of Carlisle United.
June 17, 2009
The voice of CUFC is no more, but memories of a tremendous person and true friend live on, our thoughts and prayers are with the Helen, Steven and their families and special thoughts go to Hilary.
Phil and Don
Dave Steele
June 17, 2009
As an exciled Cumbrian he was my link with live action from Brunton Park and I became very fond of Derek's commentary. He was a legend, a gentleman, a professional and a fellow blue.
He will be sadly missed.
RIP Degsy.
john day
June 17, 2009
I have followed united on line since moving to halifax I shall definately miss hearing DEREK on friday nights and saturdays will not be the same my condolences to the family R.I.P From c.ufc exile j.day
Sharon&Sarah Atkinson
June 17, 2009
His voice was loved by all the fans of C.U.F.C. he was a pleasure to listen to. Keep all the angels happy with your stories about your beloved blues. I will miss your ability to make me smile even when we were loosing. Gone but never forgotten.
Paul Graham
June 17, 2009
Derek you will be sadly missed by all saturday will never be the same again.R.I.P GOD BLESS
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