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The obituary notice of Colin GIRLING

Grimsby | Published in: Grimsby Telegraph.

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ColinGIRLINGColin passed away peacefully, with his daughters by his side, on 2nd May 2026, aged 85 years. Loving husband of the late Jennifer, cherished dad to Julie and Linda and father in law to John and Tim, dearly loved grandad to Emily, Lewis and Ruby, great grandad to Brody, Sophia, Willow and Fell and brother in law to Hilary. Colin was a great friend to many and will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

A service to celebrate Colin's life will be held at Grimsby Crematorium on Thursday 21st May at 10.30am.

Colin is resting at Kettle Funeralcare where flowers will be gratefully received or if so desired donations in Colin's memory may be given to the RNLI. There will be a donations box in the gardens of remembrance following the service.
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Kettle Funeralcare,
135 Granville Street,
Grimsby, DN32 9PB.
Tel : 01472 355395
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Colin.. A trusted friend for over 40 years. We will miss you, especially our weekly chats on the phone.. Bob & Shirley Read
Bob Read
15/05/2026
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Bob Read
15/05/2026
R.i.p. Col, a gentleman, and a legend of local football.
Ron Anderson
13/05/2026
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Ron Anderson
13/05/2026
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Tammy Best
10/05/2026
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Paul and Tracey Allington
09/05/2026
In loving memory of Colin..

Donna, Gary and Family. X
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09/05/2026
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An absolutely legend and without doubt in the top three of my time playing in local football. Made the game easier for everyone R.I.P ref
Ralph Sharp
08/05/2026
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RIP Mr Girling. A lovely gentlemen. Always in our thoughts.
Sandra Popham
08/05/2026
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Sandra Popham
08/05/2026