Hello everyone, and thank you for being here today to remember and celebrate the life of my grandad, Hugh.
Grandad was one of the kindest, most honorable men I’ve ever known. He was truly humble—a gentle soul who put family above all else and would do anything for anyone. Whether you were family, a friend, or a stranger he happened to strike up a conversation with, he made time for you. He had that gift—he could talk to anyone, and he genuinely cared.
Some of my favorite memories are simple but special. Walking with him around Liverpool Football Stadium, playing rummy together, and taking him to the charity shops in Guernsey. It didn’t matter what we were doing—he made everything feel warm and meaningful, just by being himself.
Grandad taught me so much, not by lecturing, but by living. From him, I learned the value of kindness, courage, and taking time for people. I am who I am in so many ways because of him.
So thank you, Grandad—for your love, your time, your stories, and your quiet strength. Thank you for being you. I’ll carry what you gave me for the rest of my life.
We love you. We’ll miss you. And we’ll never forget you.
Ashlea
24/04/2025