REMEMBERING DAVID SOUL

David Soul—beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother—passed away on January 4, 2024, after a valiant battle for life in the loving company of family. He shared many extraordinary gifts in the world as actor, singer, storyteller, creative artist, and dear friend. His smile, laughter, and passion for life will be remembered by the many whose lives he has touched.


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  1. Dolores :

    Listening to his songs and watching him on screen was part of the fabric of my childhood and coming of age, growing up here in London, the city he chose to make his home. So hearing of David’s passing was very sad and having spoken to my peers here, the sentiment is shared by many. He was and will always be loved. Pure class.My sincere condolences to his wife, family and friends.

  2. Shirley Diver :

    Sincere condolences to Helen and all David’s family. It is so hard to comprehend that he is no longer with us. We will all miss that God given beautiful smile and voice but thank you David for sharing your talents with us and leaving us such a legacy. RIP David, we will never forget you.

  3. Annie Y :

    It took me weeks to find words, or simply courage, to look for this tribute page, and eventually write a few words. I’m just going to send my deepest condolences to Helen and all David’s loved ones, including his friends like Paul, Antonio and Laura, and his fans. I have been so sorry. I have been so sad.
    Thank you, David, for fighting for life for so many years, while facing pain and suffering. All your life was a struggle, but you kept on learning, smiling, laughing, sharing and being kind and warm. We are missing you so much.

  4. Gail :

    David, your wings were ready, our hearts were not.
    I have always loved you and always will. Xxxxx ❤

  5. Tracey Snelling :

    How do you sum up a whole life with David always in your thoughts and by your side? I first saw him on TV in 1976 when I was 9. I knew from that moment that I would be an avid follower of his. Since then there have been so many little influences and nods to him throughout my life. I remember playing Don’t Give Up On Us on the piano with my best friend when we were little. I remember trying to play the same song when I took up the violin at school! I named one of my pets after him. Topanga is my ringtone. I could go on and on.

    My dad took me to my first ever David concert in 1980, then my mum took me to another two years later. Since then I have seen him sing and act on countless occasions. I have had the privilege to chat to him on some of these occasions – he was never full of himself or big-headed, but instead quite humble, and with a lovely sense of humour.

    I will treasure the video messages I purchased. I mentioned that I am a carer for my mum when I ordered one, and his reply was so kind and empathetic. I also admired his stand for animal welfare; something we very much shared.

    I am so glad he found lasting happiness with Helen. I smiled when I found out that her maiden name was Snell – I am a Snelling, another little connection!

    He has meant so much to me. I guess we all knew this day would come eventually but it does not make it any easier to deal with. It is hard to contemplate the future without him in it. May he rest in peace (it breaks my heart to type that) and may his family find some comfort in the outpouring of love coming their way. Thinking of them today, and of him always.

  6. Stephen Geddes :

    Goodnight Hutch, you brought much joy to my childhood in that role. Deepest condolences to the family. xx

  7. Stuart Hookway from Swansea :

    Goodnight old friend, My hero since 1974 to this day.
    Sorely you’ll be missed David
    Listening to a show you did at The Cafe Royal, London in 1995….utterly brilliant show
    R.I.P David Soul

  8. Soulla Constantinou :

    Dear David. I fell in love with you from the moment I saw you on Starsky and Hutch when I was 11 years of age. I always hoped I would meet you but my dream never came. Never knew you lived in the UK. I live so close to you in North London. I’m so sorry you suffered with your health for such a long time. I loved you and always will, not just for your gorgeous handsome looks but for the depth of your character., your talents, kindness, sense of humor and your modesty, humility and charitable nature. There has always been a deepness that felt I shared with you. As I went through life, I didn’t think about you so much but I knew you had an impact on me and you would cross my mind now and again through life’s journey. I am upset that I didn’t make more of an effort to meet you in real life but always thought it would be so difficult to meet somebody you like let alone strike up a friendship with you. My love and prayers are with you and your family. I guess my message is in life, don’t leave it too late to rekindle a friendship or meet somebody you love as it may be to late. May you rest in peace. The only consolation is that you are now at peace and free from ill health. You was so strong right up to the end. I’m heart broken. I’m so sad that you have left us. David, my first love and my first crush.. You bring back fond nostalgic memories of my childhood. All these memories came flooding back . It’s as though I was there in history , frozen in time, watching Starsky and Hutch. As a child I cried so much when Hutch got hurt in the TV series. I thought it was real. But every week I watched you on Starsky and Hutch. Happy Days. Best days of my life.

  9. Diana O'Hara :

    My dear, dearest David Soul, I hope that somehow you will hear this prayer, so you will always know how much you mean to me, how you have touched my life immeasurably, and how this world is sadder and diminished by your passing. It has been a month now, yet still I cannot believe it, for you have always been there, and I feel so terribly sad. You have left such a legacy which will never be forgotten through your many wonderful talents, your tireless efforts, your passion for life, your beauty and your deep humanity. I fell in love with you, my hero, when I was 14, and now I am 62. My deepest condolences to your family and to all who love you. Sleep now, be at peace, and may your star shine forever brightly in the sky.

  10. Marianne Ewing :

    My new co fan of Our Golden David. I sent you a reply about your YouTube video. I have been a fan since 1967. I had no children but I had a career i loved, I had alot of fun keeping up with David through these 50 plus years. If you go to “It’s About David Soul” on Face book you will find empathetic, caring fans like you. Good people always seem to gravitate to him. He was such a Shining Star full of Brilliance that he never really understood. Yes ,he was humble & never chose parts for the money, but only to inspire others to be better humans. His love of Peace,Love for all living things was what we, his fans shared. Hope this helps you along the grieving process. He left us so many Gifts so Enjoy them!

  11. Garrie Parker :

    Sadly missed, David Soul the soundtrack to my youth , Silver Lady , Starsky and Hutch , RIP big man, from Garrie in Scotland

  12. Janet Alisa Rochford :

    I hve been so sad since David passed. David Soul was a shining light during my lonely teenage/young adult life. Every performance from David, whether it was singing or acting, was brilliant. David put his whole heart into whatever he did. David, you will be so missed and loved and you will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.

  13. ElainevJames :

    David was my first crush, I was 12 years old when Starsky and Hutch first aired in the UK and the moment I first saw him I was in love. And then came his music, his beautiful, pure, soulful voice, I played his records endlessly. His death has hit me harder the. I could have imagined. My heat goes out to his wife and I thank her for making David’s last years happy. David you took a piece of my heart with you when you left this world. Thank you Angel, I will treasure the beautiful memories you gifted me until ai take my last breath. Fly high Angel.

  14. Elaine :

    RIP my first love.

  15. John Connell :

    Thank you Mr Soul for what you gave to the world. I played with my toy Starsky and Hutch car endlessly as a kid in the 70’s. Salem’s Lot was massive for me, turning me on to the horror genre that I love to this day. You were the perfect Ben Mears. Gone but never forgotten. RIP 🙏🏻

    Love from John, London, UK

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