In loving memory of Peter Maybury, 3rd of April 1951 - 3rd of December 2020. Pete was our much loved husband, dad, stepdad, grandad, brother and friend, who always lived life to the fullest.
In 2019, after an earlier misdiagnosis of Parkinson's, Pete was diagnosed with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, or PSP, which is an incredibly rare degenerative brain disorder. Symptoms of PSP include rapidly progressing difficulties with balance, movement, vision, speech and swallowing and there is currently no cure nor any effective treatment. As was typical of him throughout his life, Pete fought this cruel disease with dignity and was never one to complain.
The PSP Association is a charity providing support and information to people living with PSP, while funding research into treatments and, ultimately, a cure. It is the only charity supporting people with this condition across the UK and relies entirely upon voluntary donations and so we would greatly appreciate any donation you can give to support this cause that is so close to our hearts.
Please enjoy the collection of photos we have uploaded, and feel free to add any of your own memories of Pete.
Unfortunately, as a result of coronavirus, we are only able to host a funeral of 12 of those closest to Pete. Which is particularly disappointing considering the number of people we know that would want to pay their final respects.
In order to maximise people's involvement in the funeral, we thought that it would be nice if people would line the street along Hall Park Avenue towards the seafront in order that anyone has an opportunity to say goodbye to Pete as they so wish.
We are scheduled to leave 23 Hall Park Avenue at 12:30 on Tuesday the 22nd of December and drive down to the seafront and then on to the funeral.
We look forward in the summer to hosting a wake / party in Pete's memory, when risks and restrictions are hopefully more forgiving. As a result of current restrictions, any wake, like the funeral would be heavily restricted which wouldn't have been to Pete's wishes.
Working as your pa in Felixstowe was one of the happiest jobs I had. We had many laughs and after I left I always sent you a text on your birthday. The last time I saw you was in London at your retirement party. You asked me to never stop sending a text on your birthday and last April you sent a lovely reply. I am sorry that was the last birthday wishes I will send. RIP Peter, a great guy
Rest in perfect peace Pete.
Rest in perfect peace Pete
Remembering an amazing man who gave us many laughs and raised the most amazing daughter.
Pete, great company and many fond memories of playing with you for Rettendon CC, standing at slip, you in the gulley talking football, golf, cricket and lots more besides, with more than one batsman asking us to shut up. Of course, typical Pete, bringing the first 'mobile' phone most of us had ever seen into the dressing room, taking a call proudly standing on the bench wearing very little. RIP Pete sadly missed by so many.
Great picture Colin
It’s going on the wall in my house Sara xx
Oops “Sarah”
Rest in peace. Thinking of you all.
Rest in peace. Thinking of you all.
Sending love and strength at this difficult time x
My friend Pete. Mates since 1967. We spent many great times together. Always the liveliest one wherever we went. I have a great picture in my mind of one of the numerous golf weekends we had in Spain. At the luggage carrousel when collecting all our things I and others in the party are all in our shorts and summer clothes pulling everything from the conveyor belt and sweating profusely, only to turn around to see Peter standing well back in his chinos and tweed jacket with the daily telegraph under his arm looking like your local MP expecting to get his things delivered to his feet by his staff.
One of many fantastic memories to be left with.
Thanks Pete and rest in peace my dear friend. X
Colin
Love this story, I can just imagine it! X
Sending my love
Thinking of you and your family Tom xxxx
Rest in peace, Peter
You were a fantastic Grandad. We will miss you so much. Thomas and Molly. X
R.I.P Peter
R.I.P Peter
RIP Peter. Thinking of you all.
Peter we will miss you but we hold on to so many lovely memories of the nicest guy we have ever known. We were better for having known you.
Although on opposite sides of the world we still had some great family catch-ups. Lovely memories. And still can't get over seeing your face on the front of the Sydney Morning Herald. You'll be sorely missed Pete.
Great days
Great days
Better times back in 1972
Better times back in 1972
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