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Terry Davies (1932-2017)

3/9/2017

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With great sadness Welsh Motoring Writers announce the death of founder member, first chairman and honorary life member Terry Davies.

WMW chairman Huw Thomas writes –
Terry Davies, who died on Monday 6th March aged 84, had a long and successful career as a freelance motoring writer winning a Pirelli Award in 1978. He contributed to the Wrexham Leader, Chester Standard and Country Quest magazine among many others.

Along with John Edwards (1928-2014), Terry was a founder member of Welsh Motoring Writers in 1992. He gave long and exemplary service as chairman laying the foundations for success. Together with John, Terry was awarded honorary life membership in 2006 and subsequently made honorary president.

Wrexham-born, Terry was a courteous ‘gentleman-writer’ of the old school. He possessed a fine musical voice but was equally adept at turning out a sharp, well-researched road test. He interviewed some of motorsport’s greats including Fangio, Moss, Hunt and Stewart.

Terry had not been well for some years but had borne his ill-health with characteristic optimism and resilience. It is a comfort to know his death in hospital this week was tranquil, peaceful and pain-free.

He was highly thought of, his friendship greatly valued and he will be sorely missed. Terry is survived by his wife Pamela, daughter Jill, son Simon, grand-daughter Seren and grandson Alexander. The funeral will take place at Amlosgfa Pentrebychan Crematorium on Friday, March 17, at 2.30pm.

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Paul Ormond
3/9/2017 06:34:01 pm

God speed Terry, a great friend and true gentleman.

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Graham Breeze
3/9/2017 07:53:18 pm

The Welsh Motoring Writers Group has lost a great friend and leader - the man who had the vision and strength to launch the group 25 years ago. I know how proud he was to see the group flourishing as it has. RIP Terry, you will be sadly missed by all.

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Graeme Fudge
3/9/2017 10:09:28 pm

A big personality and a proud Welshman with an incredibly positive outlook. Sorry to hear the news, our thoughts are with you. Benthyg dros amser byr yw popeth a geir yn y byd hwn. RIP

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Jon Walsh
3/10/2017 07:14:02 am

Sorry to hear this terribly sad news. Terry was a terribly good chap and always a pleasure to spend time with. He will be missed by many.

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Alun Parry
3/10/2017 08:45:04 am

Very sorry to have just read this. Terry was a very cheery man and I enjoyed his company over many years.

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Simon Davies
3/16/2017 12:51:31 am

Love you Dad.

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