Dave was….
– the kind of person you could introduce to your Mum, boss, granny or  toddler. He always knew what to say and how to say it. Everybody enjoyed his company.
– full of Dave-isms – little mannerisms that only Dave did eg touching his collar when anything slightly risqué  was said
– always focused on common ground rather than difference. Albums were ‘interesting‘ rather than terrible. He was eclectic in his tastes and generous in his reviews
– always great company whether you were sharing a coffee, pint, meal or an anecdote
– resolutely loved by everyone. He never had a bad word to say about anyone and no one  ever had anything bad to say about him
– a devoted husband who had found the love of his life in Zoe
-somebody who enriched the lives of all who knew him. We all have such fond memories of him and he will be so missed