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

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

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

Grandad always used to bring us Freddos, and me and Oliver used to call him 'Chocolate Grandad'. We always did fun things with him, like when we went Shibden Park, we went on the rowing boats, and we just kept on rowing in circles, and you were very patient with us. I remember when we went to Bolton Abbey, and we played on the stepping stones across the river. Thank you for giving me an amazing time, and I will miss you, Grandad. Love F 💞 xx

Dad, your death has left a heartache no one can heal, but your love leaves a memory that no one can steal. Love Fiona x

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I am I and you are you, whatever we were to each other that we still are. Speak to me in the easy way which you always used. Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight? Life means all that it ever meant, it is the same as it ever was.