@Bigt9374 Dave had a terminal medical illness. He didn't bow out because he couldn't face growing old mate... He bowed out because he was in insufferable pain which wasn't going to ever get better. It would only have gotten worse and worse for the man until he died anyway. That's not narcissism. That's a human being facing a human experience and deciding to relieve himself of incurable pain.
I wasn't a fan of this guy but I've got to say I have the utmost respect for this video. Something that your family can look at always and can see that it was your choice and on your terms. Fair play. Rest in Peace.
He made personal videos to each of those important to him. There’s a podcast from his roommate on dodge woodall where you get the full story. He lived as a gangster and if you ask me, this was the most gangster way he could go out. I’m not a gangster bummer but I can respect this.
I can't blame him, he knew that things were going to deteriorate and then life would just become a struggle, and that just isn't worth it deep down. R.I.P Dave!
Found that hard to watch but comforting at the same time. Dave would never have been one for growing old. It was time to stop the ride and get off. RIP bud, thanks for everything
Respect. My mum did the same, suffered mental health for years and was about to get her leg off due to vascular disease. She was only 54yr that was 35yr ago. She is at peace
When human beings euthanise our beloved pets, we do so safe in the knowledge that we are lovingly releasing them from their pain, and it's accepted as humane by the entirety of society. When a human being is suffering, however, lots of people baulk at the very idea that they may choose to release _themselves_ of their pain. It's different in other parts of the world, for instance in Japan, where the act of releasing ones' self from earthly pain is viewed as an honourable way to depart this world, and there is no stigma attached to the final act of a suffering human being there. Western medical doctrine does support this though, and indeed the medical services follow an oath to preserve life always, even if the person in question is suffering, and consciously wishes to expedite the terminal process quicker. The doctors aren't allowed to cooperate with human euthanasia, and I find that heartbreaking and desperately sad. Wr all know at least one person who died a horrible death, in pain and suffering horribly, whose passing could have been so much more comfortable for them, albeit at the cost of their consciousness which a lot of families choose not to opt for, understandably reluctant to let go of their loved one. Euthanasia (i use this term as the alternative description would see this comment deleted by RU-vid censors) is a gift, and dave Courtney did nothing wrong in my eyes. Even if he had, I'm not in any position to condemn anyone who sough the peace and relief of eternity over continuing to suffer. I pray for all their souls.
A old mate of mine is one of his good friends, this will hurt a lot of people. He was a proper old style patriot gangster, not many left. He loved England and went out with respect. In 20 years time, you won't be able to tell this country is English. He lived the best days.
@@butterflyray1 I agree. 20 years time, well.. The old English patriot will be done. Glad I won't be around by then. I lived through the best time to be alive in the UK, 80s, 90s.
If you really did know him, you would have known that he was the furthest thing from a gangster. The man was absolutely skint. He called himself the yellow pages... but I didn't see any phone calls getting made when he had his neighbour running an extention lead from his bedroom window into daves to give him power to his home... What do you really know? Be quiet
@@rihannasforehead9586 not all gangsters are millionaires! ive known Dave for 15years and was always a top man and always polite. he did loads for charities and kids, now thats proper! you mug.
@@ragedapeevo7560 you’ve never attempted it clearly, it takes balls to do that I’ve been there, I’m not sure how cowardly it is either who’s to tell a man when they can die or not, certainly not me or you.
I hadn't seen Dave for 30 years, but i always found him very intelligent and articulate. I found him very trustworthy and honest in buisness. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. God bless you Dave, see you in the champagne bar in the sky.
People should Respect Dave’s Family cos you mugs wouldn’t say Shit to his face and it’s easy to fling more shit now this has happened 💯 Big love and respect to Dave, he’s Always been more than welcoming when we’ve been to visit and his Brother and Sister don’t need it Bless the family and LLH&R Forever to the Boss 💯🙏💙🙏🕊🕊🕊💎👊🏼
Every single person in this world can fully heal themselves from any illness or disease. They just don’t know how to or believe it. Dave R.I.P big man. Great energy and a lovely fella ✌🏼
@@kevphillips02 I’m an enlightened spiritual being, having another human experience again. I don’t read self help books. See you’ve judged me without knowing anything about me. Let me tell you what you are like. A negative person, not a happy, content person, you moan a lot, and you don’t go out much.. You’re not healthy, no partner, and you blame everyone else for your mistakes. You know I’ve told you the truth
Always took him with a pinch of salt, but I have the utmost respect for him and I hope he is giving it to them at the pearly gates. To know your own fate that you are in control of takes courage. R.I.P
@@ricardolorrio8228 He was a pussy who left his kids to fend for themselves after they just lost their brother. Wtf are you talking about? The man was a coward.
what a man and what a life, huge respect because he made it go his way and that takes guts and he will forever be remembered not just for being a glamorised gangsta etc but was actually a very funny humorous lovely fella. ❤ RIP dave courtney god bless ya family
Dave I was never really a fan of yours . But I am very sorry about how it ended for you and the fact that a lot of people who actually knew you have spoken so highly of yourself this past week speaks volumes . It wasn't "The cowards way out" it was going out on your own terms and that is a brave thing for anyone to deal with if it's only going to get worse. Rest easy enjoy the next life.
What an incredibly sad situation for this poor man to be in that much pain that he felt that he had to take his own life. There is nothing cowardly about suicide, it is done out of desperation and seeing no other way out. Not everyone likes everyone in this world, but this is a devastating loss for his family, his friends and particularly his children
he says don't be sad but it's hard not to feel that way. I only met him once and that was at one of his legendary parties a couple of years ago at his gaff. What a top bloke tho, warm and friendly, made me feel very welcome me being a Mancunian like a fish out of water in the middle of South Londons underworld finest. One thing I noticed, he had time for everybody and went round the place making sure everyone was alright and having a good time. He was a great host, and the gaff was very impressive, more or less a nightclub built onto the back of his property. Ended up going back to a couple more of his parties but didn't see him around as much at the other do's. Rip Dave, wish I'd got to know u years ago 😞
God bless you, Dave. You are a real man, a man’s man, like Elvis Presley said I did it my way I respect you loads and I’ve always followed you from a young boy. God bless mate
Rest in peace big yin, never new you but only through podcasts and stuff, condolences to your family and mates down in London, and your memory will live on through them. Brave man and legend, fly high and forever man.
you can see hes in alot of pain and to check out like he did must have been very hard for him.i thought he was an ok guy.RIP dave. so glad he posted this vid
@@adamc950 I agree with you on that 100% but as a man you have to admire the confidence he walked with and how he ended it on his own terms like that. But I do agree with you and I don’t admire the criminal stuff.
Good man !! Yeah I'll agree with you on that one to a certain degree 👍 However , when I compare Mr Courtney to my father , who sadly suffered the perils of mesothelioma asbestos cancer in its worst form , and saw it through, right to the bitter end with such confidence and virtually showed the flying V sign to the grim reaper in his final months without one thought of suicide . My confidence in real men lay with my father, rather than with the so called tough man who proved to be a coward in the end
@@adamc950 I agree with that also, that’s real confidence and heart. Sorry to hear about your dad dude and I fully agree, if you weigh up your father’s confidence to Dave’s then Dave’s doesn’t compare.
Amen ❤🙏 goodbye you legend. we will miss youre friendship and personality. My good friends enjoyed some great parties at your home and we will remember you fondly as an old codger who had great stories and appricated life and good times. RIP David
I'll never forget meeting Dave quite honestly probably the most welcoming down to earth loving man towards people he had known only a short time was so caring towards anybody he had a heart of gold which for those that never met him will never understand, he was a one off such lovely fella gone far too soon, there is alot of love out there for him, R.I.P Mr C ❤
@@Smarterthanyou-mthrfkr Yes Dave certainly had an impact on those he met, he was an awesome fella absolutely gutted & still can't believe he's gone just so heartbreaking, there's alot of love out there for him, will miss that smile of his 👍
@@DannyCrowPsychoticsAnon Yes he was a lovely guy it does say alot about him he was always willing to help people, I'll miss that smile & voice of his Dave was a great dresser always looked dapper, absolutely gutted he's gone.
Bless you Dave, I’m sure your family are thankful for this and I’m sure it’s put a lot of ease on the minds of your loved ones, big respect lovely go and cause mayhem up there and smile that lovely smile, your true friends will be there and they will put the haters straight they won’t be brave enough x
Dave Courtney Definitely Left His Mark! He Left A Legacy,(Of The Do's & Don'ts)! Let Him Without Sin Throw The First Stone! "God Bless" Dave! (R.I.P.)!👏🎭
I really wanted to meet Dave, he was an English legend as you say and never took too much serious. I often found myself defending hi in YT comment sections to folk just jumping on the hate bandwagon when we should be sticking together. This somehow seems a noble way out tbh, with the video explaining why. Nothing to be ashamed of. It takes some balls to do a vid, in a straight frame of mind, not drunk or on drugs and then go on to do the deed. Respect.
