I miss you so much
And I always will.
You’ve left a hole in my heart
That no-one can fill.
You were a kind hearted man
Who took things in your stride,
And when I think of you,
It fills with me with pride.
You were always there with a smile,
When I was sick, or needing a lift.
I knew I could rely on you,
Which was truly a gift.
So many happy memories,
You’ve given to me.
Burning pinecones on holiday,
Teaching me to skim stones by the sea.
Your aviator shades
And silly floppy blue hat.
When we’d have our weekly catch up
And I’d call you for a chat.
The Saturday morning rampage,
Hoover banging at the door.
I’d always moan that I’d have to get up
And help to do the chores.
What I would give now to hear that bang once more.
You’d always pinch my Easter eggs
When I’d gone to bed.
You definitely had a sweet tooth,
Something I’ve inherited.
Playing in the snow
Too small, I got stuck.
You lifted me out,
But my wellies stayed put.
Days at Shibden Park,
Spring, Summer and Fall.
The way we still laughed,
Remembering you knocking me out with that ball.
And when you announced that Jamie had asked for my hand
Filled with excitement and glee,
You just forgot one detail,
That Jamie hadn’t yet asked me!
But the fact you were so happy
Just showed how much you cared,
And it’s a moment that I’ll treasure,
Something that we shared.
There will be those who remember you
As Andy Brown,
Wearing slippers in the office
Enjoying a curry and beer in town.
I’ll remember how you made me laugh
And that you were my friend.
You’ll always be my hero,
until the very end.
I was so very lucky to have you
And I will forever be glad,
That I got to love you,
And that you were my Dad.
"A father holds his daughter's hand for a short while, but he holds her heart forever". You took care of us all for so long, it's your turn to rest now Dad, love you always. Lex x
Alex
11th August 2021
Andy was my first friend when I moved to Bradford in 1982 and we shared some great times together over the years. I was especially honoured to be best man at his & Desma's wedding ceremony. As well as being a good friend, at work he was a first rate engineer and a person you could always turn to for help on a project or for general advice. He was hugely respected by all who worked with him. A good and kind man. I'll never forget his support, good humour and friendship
Joe
8th August 2021
Dad and I listened to these songs on the radio shortly before he died. From 7 am to 8 am. We started at the bottom of the list and worked our way up the list. I did sing a few to him.
Dance away - Roxy Music
Run to you - Whitney Houston
Man in the Mirror - Michael Jackson
Jolene - Dolly Parton
Sweet Caroline
Dont want to loose you now - gloria estafan
A million love songs - take that
Bangles eternal flame
You win again
Could it be Im falling In love you - Spinners
Perfect - by Ed Sheeran
Fiona
30th July 2021