Neville Desmond Kirkpatrick (8 Nov 1942 - 3 Sep 2024)

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The East Riding Crematorium Octon Cross Road Driffield YO25 3BL
Date
23rd Sep 2024
Time
10.30am
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In loving memory of Neville Desmond Kirkpatrick who sadly passed away on 3rd September 2024.

A loved Dad to Dan, Grandpa to Matilda, Brother to Marion, Gerald, Ron and Anne, Husband to Sandra and friend to many. A true gentleman.

Neville was born in North Yorkshire on the 8th November 1942 to Reginald and Florence Kirkpatrick. He worked in a variety of jobs upon leaving Archbishop Holgate's including, perhaps unexpectedly to some of you reading this, lorry driving! He found his true calling in the late 1970s - a publican. Firstly at The Black Horse in Ainderby Quernhow and then The Fairfax Arms in Gilling East from 1984 - 1998. He moved with Sandra to Pocklington for a well earned retirement.

Retirement at the age of 55 was not really for Neville and after buying and running a shop in Skipton with Sandra for a couple of years he found a part time position more locally with RM English's in Pocklington. The barman life did eventually draw him back and he worked into his 70s a few evenings each week at The Plough in Hayton and The Hotham Arms. Following Sandra's passing in 2001, Neville found a real passion for walking (a founding member of the Pocklington Ramblers in 2003), long haul travel and golf. He then found a new passion on the 8th September 2021 - doting on his granddaughter, Matilda.

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Annie & Bill McEnnerney-Whittle donated £30 in memory of Neville

Rest in Peace Neville. It’s been a pleasure knowing you. God bless.

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Jane Thompson wrote

Nev, you were the kindest , most generous principled man I had the pleasure of knowing . You lived life, worked hard and had impeccable standards . I remember your love of fine dining and travel., though the part of you that I always think of first, was your wonderful sense of humour, that dry cutting wit which only those who got to know you better were able to enjoy. What ever I say will not be enough, what a wonderful human being you were and that I will always feel honoured that you and Sandra treated me like family. I hope you and Sandra are sat in some heavenly restaurant eating queries, sipping wine and smiling down on us all.

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  • Should read eating scallops!

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Lindsey Robshaw donated £10 in memory of Neville

Many fond memories of Neville when we used to visit The Fairfax Arms with Mum and Dad. Also, Sunday nights with Aunty Flori and Uncle Reg plus Patch the dog! Neville and Sandra would often be there too. RIP Neville.

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Neville at our wedding reception with cousin Betty and sister Anne, July 1994. Many happy memories, from babysitting us with Sandra many years ago, to our walks and trips out more recently. We will all miss you Neville

Neville at our wedding reception with cousin Betty and sister Anne, July 1994. Many happy memories, from babysitting us with Sandra many years ago, to our walks and trips out more recently. We will all miss you Neville

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  • Thanks for sharing this lovely picture of Mum. They were all clearly enjoying themselves!

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Deborah Jones donated £10 in memory of Neville

Thinking back with great fondness to the lovely Sunday evening visits we made to auntie Florrie and uncle Reg in Dunnington when Neville and Sandra also wandered along to say hello. They were happy days! Rest in Peace, Neville

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Nev and Sandra were the hosts, at what became the place to be, down at The Fax. Everyone thought Sandra called the shots but Nev always had the last say!

Nev and Sandra were the hosts, at what became the place to be, down at The Fax. Everyone thought Sandra called the shots but Nev always had the last say!

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Nev and Sandra always took the staff out for Christmas. Here we are at The Star in Harome

Nev and Sandra always took the staff out for Christmas. Here we are at The Star in Harome

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2017 at Farndale. Pocklington Ramblers will miss you Neville.

2017 at Farndale. Pocklington Ramblers will miss you Neville.

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At Byland Abbey 2016

At Byland Abbey 2016

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Neville leading a walk in East Yorkshire, Spring 2015.

Neville leading a walk in East Yorkshire, Spring 2015.

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Heather Hill wrote

Loving and Happy memories of the times we spent together as a family at Christmas in his pub. He will be sadly missed. He was a very caring man. Love you uncle Neville. R.I.P. xxx

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Enjoying a pint in 2015 at Levisham halfway through a walk

Enjoying a pint in 2015 at Levisham halfway through a walk

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In 2014 at Danby

In 2014 at Danby

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In 2014 walking up from Cayton Bay

In 2014 walking up from Cayton Bay

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It took a lot of persuading to get Neville to get on a bus, but finally managed it in 2012 for a 12 mile walk back to Dalby Forest

It took a lot of persuading to get Neville to get on a bus, but finally managed it in 2012 for a 12 mile walk back to Dalby Forest

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Neville crossing a flooded river in 2017 on the North Yorkshire Moors

Neville crossing a flooded river in 2017 on the North Yorkshire Moors

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Martin Hill wrote

The Pocklington Group Ramblers have received the news of Neville's passing with much sadness. He was, as has already been noted, a Founder Member of the group and was the Group Treasurer and a much-respected voice on the Committee for a number of years thereafter. Neville was also an enthusiastic and willing walks leader throughout his many years of active membership although just occasionally his usually reliable navigation skills sought to take us down paths which we had not envisaged as being part of the route. He was easily forgiven as his manner was that of a true gentleman, unfailingly courteous and capable of charm. Never one to criticise but quick to show his appreciation of the efforts of others, Neville's standing and popularity within the group rode high. He will be greatly missed by the many members who were privileged to walk with him.

For many years Neville was a big part of our group, and he regularly led walks until Covid came along after which he started to have health issues and never really got going again. Neville will be remembered with fondness and affection by many who had the pleasure of knowing him.

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  • Neville was a true gentleman who showed me great kindness when I first started to lead walks by accompanying me on my reccys and a good companion on Pocklington Ramblers walks. During and after the pandemic Neville and I would regularly catch up over a coffee in M&S and I will greatly miss those times. He will be missed by many,

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Heather Hill wrote

Going to miss uncle nev

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Alan Worden wrote

Wonderful nights inthe Fairfax ,especially on the nights of our rallies on the miniaturerailway. Happy memories of Nevilleand Sandra trying to get everyone out by hoovering and telling people tol lift their legs. Portion control often said when more chip were wanted. What a star couple ,god bless them both

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  • They were great nights!

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Emma Manson wrote

Had many a night at the Fairfax Arms in my younger days. I always remember many New Years Eve parties at the pub, all of us dressed up and having an absolute ball. R.i.p Neville x

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Jill Amies wrote

I worked for NEVER at the Fairfax Arms whilst still at school, I have some wonderful memories of him and Sandra and Dan!!!! Serve on in Peace Neville. All my love. Xxx

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Hazel Nalton wrote

I am so proud to say that Nev was part of my life and the world is a lesser place without him. He was a dear and good man may he be at peace.

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  • Awwww Hazel, you were also so lovely behind the bar, lots of love me and Mum!!! They were good times weren't they!!! Xxx

    Posted by Jill on 11/09/2024 Report abuse
  • Yes they were, great times indeed, so many fond memories of Neville, Sandra and Dan in the Fairfax Arms ..... we used to run a "pub quiz" on new year's day evening, such fun x

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Patricia Thornton donated £20 in memory of Neville

In memory of a lovely neighbour and friend

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