RIP David Lawton

[Silver Spectre]

For those long time SS cruisers who enjoyed travelling with David Lawton it has been announced that after a long illness he passed last Thursday. He has gone to join his long time colleague Judy.

 

We met him on a number of cruises in the early 2000’s, enjoyed his company and jokes, and his deep welsh singing voice. Always a gentleman, even if he did wear red socks.

[brimary]

59 minutes ago, Silver Spectre said:

For those long time SS cruisers who enjoyed travelling with David Lawton it has been announced that after a long illness he passed last Thursday. He has gone to join his long time colleague Judy.

 

We met him on a number of cruises in the early 2000’s, enjoyed his company and jokes, and his deep welsh singing voice. Always a gentleman, even if he did wear red socks.

We join with your thoughts on the sad passing of David Lawton.So many happy memories of cruising with him..RIP

[dusababy]

1 hour ago, brimary said:

We join with your thoughts on the sad passing of David Lawton.So many happy memories of cruising with him..RIP

 

David and Judy -- lovely memories.  David being the ultimate gentleman - Judy a lady but also a "broad", and I know she would agree.  Often quote her:  "I'm glad I saw the world before we ruined it."

[Emtbsam]

We also had the pleasure of cruising several times with David.  He was a true gentleman, a wonderful cruise director and a good entertainer.  Condolences to his family.

[Mayflower1]

We are so sad to learn of David's death - Our thoughts are with his Wife and young Family.

 

Those of us who have been Members of the Silversea Family for many years have been fortunate to meet and get to know a remarkable Quartet of Cruise Directors : Judy, Colin, David & Ray. Each had a wonderful Performing Talent but also the ability to make Guests so welcome from the minute we stepped On Board.

 

We hope that you will Sail in calm waters for ever David.

[drron29]

Very sad to hear this. Also a wonderful trivia host.

[Silver Spectre]

For those that remember Duct Tape, Joe Buckley has also recently passed. For many years they were Mr & Mrs Silversea.

[Mayflower1]

Thank you for the information Silver Spectre - another sad loss of a Silversea stalwart.

[Stumblefoot]

18 hours ago, Silver Spectre said:

For those that remember Duct Tape, Joe Buckley has also recently passed. For many years they were Mr & Mrs Silversea.

Or as Duct Tape affectionately referred to him, her Ol’ Bear.

 

Sad news to read, but appreciate you sharing it with us, Mr. Silver.

[rojaan19]

19 hours ago, Silver Spectre said:

For those that remember Duct Tape, Joe Buckley has also recently passed. For many years they were Mr & Mrs Silversea.

Yes,   Susan  and Joe were a wonderful  couple,  cruised with them  several  times,   and Joe was on our last cruise in NZ pre-covid times. 

[brimary]

So sad to learn of Joe’s passing .Looking back through the memory bank we were so fortunate to enjoy their company on well over twenty of our SS experiences.RIP our memorable friend.

[saminina]

Joe's recent cruise history came up in conversation with crew two weeks ago.   They certainly did not know of his passing.  

 

Had a  private dinner with David that has proven to be quite memorable over time.

[TLCOhio]

On 4/7/2022 at 5:42 AM, Silver Spectre said:

For those that remember Duct Tape, Joe Buckley has also recently passed. For many years they were Mr & Mrs Silversea.

 

Appreciate this great mention about Duct Tape and her husband.  Sorry to hear.  We especially got to know Susan/Duct Tape during our first Silversea cruise, Copenhagen to Copenhagen, 15 wonderful days up and down the Norway Coast on the Silver Cloud.  

 

The staff did love her and her husband.  Had the good fortunate to sit next to her at a special breakfast with the Captain, etc.  Below is a picture.   Excellent experience.  Great memories!!

 

THANKS!  Enjoy!  Terry in Ohio   

 

Norway Coast/Fjords/Arctic Circle cruise from Copenhagen, July 2010, to the top of Europe. Scenic visuals with key tips. Live/blog at 243,870 views.

www.boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1227923

 

From that special breakfast on the Silver Cloud, you can see Susan in the front row, seated.  The Captain is at the left.  Also shown are the Executive Chef, Hotel Director, dining room manager, etc.  Recognize some of these Silversea stars?:

(Open your screen/viewer wider to see this visual larger/better!)

[saminina]

Yeah.... Jorge.....didn't quite make it in the olive oil business.  Last visited on a  Seabourn ship when he was relieved before his fist contract expired.

[nfcu]

21 hours ago, saminina said:

Yeah.... Jorge.....didn't quite make it in the olive oil business.  Last visited on a  Seabourn ship when he was relieved before his fist contract expired.

Jorge is now enjoying life on Regent.

[TLCOhio]

On 4/9/2022 at 9:17 AM, nfcu said:

Jorge is now enjoying life on Regent.

 

Great to hear that Jorge is serving folks through his work with Regent.  Below is Jorge shown from our July 2010 cruise with Jimmy K.  Another familiar face bringing back nice Silversea memories?

 

THANKS!  Enjoy!  Terry in Ohio

 

[flyers]

How Sad and thank you Silver Spectre we had no idea that David Lawton was unwell and passed away... We spent many fun moments with him over the years both on and off the ships. He had a sense of humor and a treasure trove of antidotes that could never be duplicated...he will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Attached are some photos of him taken on the Whisper and  in St.Lucia also pictured is  Captain Tutulli who is no longer with Silversea.