It has been suggested that PPRuNe marks the passing of the 'Duke' with perhaps a suitable epitath. I think the Duke has written his own epitath, here in this thread, and much better than anyone else could possibly have done.
I have in recent times spoke to Danny about him and his eloquence in stirring our aviation blood. Everything he wrote was a pleasure to read and should be continued to be read. Danny was very keen indeed that people should read of the Duke's adventures and ask me to ensure that the thread stayed.
Now that he has left I suspect we will keep it here for a few weeks and then let it slip away. However I will, next February, re-activate the thread on the anniversary of the Duke's death for people to remind themselves of this larger than life aviator who has touched the lives of so many with his life and times and his daring do.
PPRuNe has been richer for his presence here and it will be again as long as we are able to do so.
Duke, RIP.