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Posted 24 Jun 2019 at 21:17

Sleep easy brother. Keep a pint on draught for me. I’m on my way.

Bazza Barry

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Posted 25 Jun 2019 at 15:42

Like many others I was sorry to read the sad news about Paul. I enjoyed Paul's company at the Leicester "get togethers" and I am sure his detailed contributions will be missed. Condolences to Paul's family.

Alan

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Posted 25 Jun 2019 at 16:36

So sorry and saddened to hear this news yesterday.

Paul was an oustanding contibutor to these forums and helped countless members through their trials and tribulations despite having mutiple severe health issues of his own.

I didn't expect this at all. Just last June he was showing Lynn and I his new car, complete with hoist should he ever need it.

That was at The Mill On The Soar annual summer get-together. As always he was as upbeat and pro-active as ever.

So many of us had the privilege of meeting him many times, because after first coming to The Mill in June 2012, just 5 months after his diagnosis, he became an 'ever present' at every function that followed, even at some of our winter-meet ups in London.

His passing is a massive loss to all in this community.

REST IN PEACE NOW PAUL

B2PCa

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Posted 25 Jun 2019 at 20:44

Even though I have previously said goodnight to Paul , I don’t feel that my words have given the right goodnight that he deserves.

He was one of the first to reply to my oh so many dramatic and jumbled pleas for help all those years ago . Over the years his calm sense of acceptance helped me to arrive at my own acceptance of the circle of life .

He probably never knew how much his words helped and made sense of Trevor’s journey and my acceptance of what was about to happen and the inevitability of our very own Ever Decreasing Circles . His calmness and honesty , his acceptance of death but his love of life gave me so much strength .

So a letter to you Paul

Hi Paul ,

Hey I here you moved ? I know you are not a fan of over emotional stuff and are probably focusing on your cricket . I did here this summer is going to be very busy for you as you have so many things planned . Let’s hope the rain holds off .

Have a fab summer

love you loads

xxx

BFN Julie 😘

Dear Paul ,

you might never get a chance to read this but I am so grateful and Thankful that I was privileged to know you , your every Decreasing circle encompasses so many . Many more than you will ever know .

NEVER LAUGH AT A LIVE DRAGON

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Posted 25 Jun 2019 at 23:07

Made me cry, Julie. I think he knew very well how much he helped others and how much we thought of him.

Lots of love to you and the boys xxx

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"Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards." Soren Kierkegaard

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Posted 09 Jul 2019 at 22:45

I am so very sad to hear this. Always loved reading his posts. My condolences his his family and friends xx

Debbie xxx

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Posted 10 Jul 2019 at 22:29

Lesley and I attended Paul’s funeral yesterday. The place was overflowing with people wanting to pay their last respects.

Three of his old colleagues/friends shared some very funny and touching memories of Paul. His son Joe gave a very moving tribute as did two of his very close friends.

Paul had led an amazingly full and interesting life and the lives of many people are better off due to the work he has done over the years

RIP Paul you will be missed by so many

Bri

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Posted 12 Jul 2019 at 09:54

Thanks you so much Bri

Rest in Peace Paul, he was so loved by family, friends and colleagues and so much fun. We will always miss you.

love Devonmaid xxxxx

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Posted 12 Jul 2019 at 13:53

Thank you Bri - I was so sad not to be able to attend.

Fly free, Yorkhull - I will miss you, my friend x

"Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards." Soren Kierkegaard

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Posted 12 Jul 2019 at 16:30

yes I knew you was in France Lyn. It’s a pity more couldn’t make but everyone has busy lives I suppose. Si was too unwell or he would have been there for sure xx

Bri

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Posted 14 Jul 2019 at 20:12

They did it Paul 🏏

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Posted 20 May 2020 at 23:23

Only just read this - shocked and surprised as Paul has been taken - his post's gave no indication that he was anywhere near the end - but that's a mark of his positive nature - right up to the chequered flag.... Paul was a big bear of a man with a gentle wry humour who i chatted with at the Euston Flyer at George's great get-togethers and always learned something from - Rest easy Paul - you deserve it...

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Posted 20 May 2020 at 23:27

It was his birthday last week - I still miss him. Good to see you popping in denden - how are you?

"Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards." Soren Kierkegaard

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Posted 21 May 2020 at 01:57

Paul, you were of so much help when I was a quivering wreck. It would have been all too easy to just ignore me but that was never in your character. We never met on this plane but shared a passion for the sport of greats - cricket I guarantee to hunt you out for a drink or three when I reach the other side soon.

THE BRAVEST OF BROTHERS

Bazza (Barry)

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Posted 30 Jul 2020 at 21:47

Hi Lyn,

Fizzing and popping with no problems ..very well thanks :-)

How are you doing? Glad to see you are here with your sound support as always - great stuff!

Sorry about the delay in answering *blush*

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