Martin Banning (26 Mar 1966 - 24 Mar 2023)

Martin was a wonderful man who was stoic and uncomplaining, who fought valiantly against his cancer, using everything in his power, including his Yorkshire grit and wonderfully dry sense of humour. He truly valued the important things in life - love and his partner Heather, family and friends, the natural environment. There was always a laugh, and, I am sure a wonderful circle of mates in his favourite local and many coworkers who will miss him. I was lucky to spend time with him and Heather in Pubil last year in sunny Scotland (no tongue in cheek there), and see his favourite riverbank and the lovely glen where he imagined himself to be when the medical team arrived with yet more sharp implements and treatment. He spared me the analysis of recent sporting performance by the Aussie teams, but also the true sadness of facing the end of his life at 56 years old, when he lost the chance to grow old with Heather and build more memories of times together. A remarkable man and a terrible loss to us all.

Thank you for helping Martin.

RIP Martin x

Martin, Thank you for the kindness you showed me when I first joined Hi Speed. Sending Condolences to Heather and family. RIP Martin

From all of us Culinary Concepts, our deepest, heartfelt sympathies for the loss of a true ray of sunshine. You couldn't wish to meet more positive and genuinely warm person than Martin and we will miss him and his tales of the Scottish Highlands.

All of the CC team
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Dear Martin,

I will truly miss your smile around the office and the banter we used to chat about the "Boro".
My memories will be filled with smiles and laughter we had and I really am gonna miss you being next to me mate xxx

Dear Martin you will be sorely missed. A cheeky Geordie with a big heart and wonderful sense of humour. Xxx

Thank you for the care you gave to Martin in his final days xx

Where do we start, Martin you were the most genuine, kind, caring and fun person we have met. We have shared so many great times over the years with you and Heather and you have always been such a happy person despite the battles you have faced in the recent years, but you faught it to the end. You leave behind your amazing, loving and supportive wife and soul mate Heather, who iam sure will do you proud in a beautiful goodbye tomorrow. We still cannot believe you have gone, but we will treasure the fantastic memories and laughs that we have had. Sleep well Martin, its now time to rest. Lots of love always The Findlays xxxx

Martin was one of life's truly honest,decent and genuine people. A thoroughly top bloke who exuded positivity,embraced life and all it's challenges and always kept smiling and laughing. Such a personable guy who was great company and a joy to be around. Martin you will be sorely missed but never forgotten. Up the Boro!!

Dearest Heds, Our hearts go out to you at this very sad time. No words can change what has happened or heal the broken hearts. We just want you to know we are with you I thought every day. Also with Mart's family too, altho' we don't know them, they must be special people to have raised your amazing husband. We all hope to be with you on Wednesday and will continue to think of you in the coming days, as you try to come to terms with everything that has happened. So glad you have Jo and a very supportive family with whom to share these days. With our love, Sid, Mabs, Trev, Rob and Famies xxxx

Martin, you will be much loved and missed by your family and friends. So very sorry for our loss.

Martin — you are so loved and admired, and will be missed beyond words but never, ever forgotten. Heather, Joan, & Adrian & family - I cannot begin to imagine the depth of your loss. xxx

In memory of Martin Banning

In memory of Martin Banning