Grandad it’s been four years now with one of your wonderful stories. Don’t worry I keep sharing them. Esmée is turning into a a beautiful and kind young lady who is never scared to be herself. Myles is 2 now boy has he shot up! He is such a character grandad you would have loved him. He keeps mamma busy when we visit taking stones out of the fire place. I sit in your chair feels strange still but I end up sitting how you did without meaning to. Me and Em are living in our own house now though we have a few “lodgers”. I’m still looking for my dream job but I’m doing ok. Mamma is doing ok she has missy and Celia living with her and keeping her well looked after. Can’t wait to hear more of your stories and share a few of mine with you.
Miss you Grandad il see you soon
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Matthew Raymond Allcock (31 Dec 1943 - 31 Dec 2019)
Funeral Director
In loving memory of Matthew Raymond Allcock who sadly passed away on 31st December 2019 in the arms of his wife at the QMC after a courageous fight against Cancer. He is survived by his wife Mary, four daughters Celia, Christine, Claire and Sarah, 8 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, 5 brothers, 1 sister and his nieces and nephews.
Born 31st December 1943, he lived a full and wonderful life, which gave him many memories to share such as his Territorial Army days in the South Notts Hussars when he walked into a tank at night while stationed in Germany and how he got into trouble with his Commanding Officer when his wife was a better shot on the target range than he was.
After he left the Territorial Army he went on to compare at the Satra Club where he met many famous people and up and coming bands, a wide circle of friends and family meant the parties were always one to remember. His last working years were at the Market and Fairs department and would often bring fresh fruit and fish home from the market stall holders he came to know. His children fondly remember Goose Fair with him as they would go home with the money they went with, having been on all the rides they wanted and won prizes.
A true gentleman has been lost and a saddness will be felt deeply by all who knew and loved him.
His funeral will be held on Friday 24th January at Wilford Hill at 3.00pm with a wake to follow at The Elwes Arms in Carlton.
Flowers can be sent to A.W. Lymn, Robin Hood House, Robin Hood Street.
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