Oh, I am just in shock. Duncan was a lovely man. Please keep me informed of anything to be done in his memory in Newcastle.
Rest in Peace,
David.
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From: A forum for critical and radical geographers [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Kye Askins
Sent: Friday, October 03, 2008 7:54 PM
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Subject: Dr. Duncan Fuller
It is with a broken heart that I'm writing to tell those of you who know Duncan Fuller that he died unexpectedly this morning (Friday 3rd October).
He'd been unwell for a couple of weeks but his death was sudden.
Duncan was an amazing friend, colleague and co-conspirator ... he was passionately committed to everything he got involved in and inspired many many people. And - he'd never forgive me if I didn't also add - pissed a lot of people off! The world is an emptier place without him, and you'll certainly get less posts on this list now. He was critical (and entertaining) to the last.
To say that he's already deeply missed here at Northumbria seems the most facile understatement. There really are no words ...
Our thoughts are with his wife Ingrid, his 3 children and all his family.
Duncan recently led a successful bid for an ESRC seminar series around public geographies titled 'Engaging Geography'. The first event will be held in Newcastle (UK) in the near future, during which it seems fitting to hold some kind of celebration of his life and work ... please watch this space.
kye
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