Darren Holloway (Pennine)

I don't actually know what to write...i was really looking forward to seeing him at xmas, his sharp chappy dress sense was fantastic. He took the trouble to PM me happy birthday last month, very thoughtful.

I'll always remember his post in response to my experience of the 2011 relays in Kettlewell. Full of encouragement and he seemed genuinely impressed by my confidence with the nav leg, he remarked how i seemed to take it all in my stride. It really and truly was praise from Caesar. I just know i'm not going to sleep tonight.

Luke Appleyard, Wharfedale Harriers.

Very sad news indeed.
I didnt know Darren very well but he always said hello and gave a nod as we came from the same area. I last saw him at Coniston blasting past me going up Swirl How, giving me a few words of encouragement as he did so.
My thoughts are with his family. RIP.

Such sad news to hear and some very touching comments on this thread that bring a tear to the eye....about someone who had time for everyone and was a tremendous runner.
I never really knew Daz that well, and I have only met him the once, but I will certainly be donating to the two charities that have been suggested by his family.

Thoughts are with his many friends and family at such a sad time...

Like many others here, I only knew Daz through reading his posts and on his blog. It's just so shocking and sad, such a selfless and genuine guy. My thoughts go out to Darren's loved ones and friends.

I knew Darren as a fellow competitor with a welcoming nod here and a congratulatory handshake there and at this sad time my heart goes out to all his loved ones. We have lost one of the fell running family and this collosus of a man will be greatly missed.
RIP Daz

Stephen Smithies
Calder Valley Fell Runners

I just read this on Louise's Facebook... So very sorry to hear this... when i was on this site he was one of the most loveliest and friendliest people who made me feel welcome he had such a heart of gold... so very sad to hear this news... RIP Darren. God bless you're family. xx

my thoughts go out to Darrens family and friends at this sad time ,paul brittleton

I have just received a very moving comment about the photo I took of Daz at this year's Scafell Pike race and I thought I should share the words on here...

In sunshine and in shadow that cheery grin will grace these fells forever

Be not sad, in the grand scheme of things Daz has now transcended to even greater heights

One day we all have to make that transition and Daz made his swiftly in a place that he loved

The spirit of Daz now runs freely with the sunlight and the shadows which race across these fells

Remember Daz thus...always

Terribly sad news my thoughts go out to Darrens family n friends.

Alan just sent this link to the Pennine members. It explains Cardiomyopathy very clearly
http://www.johntaylorfoundation.org.uk/hcm.html