| Location | Bolton, Lancashire |
| Age | 77 years |
| Cause of Death | Heart Attack |
| Date of Birth | 01/09/1930 |
| Date of Death | 01/01/2008 |
| Visitors | 7,760 since 28/07/2008 |
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In memory of a wonderful dad, grandad and great grandad, William Middleton, known to everyone as
"Billy". You passed away peacefully, at your home in Bolton, on New Years Day 2008, found fast
asleep by myself and my husband Paul, unfortunately that picture is hard to get out of my minds eye.
Dad, you were 77 years old, and your 77th birthday party was a night to remember and you had just
spent a fantastic Christmas with us and been out on New Years Eve having a brilliant time in your
local pub, the Sharman Arms. Everyone in there adored you. Once seen, never forgotten. Everyone
that met you was touched by you. You always said that when it was your time to go, you wanted to
have a few drinks, go to sleep and not wake up, and that is just how it happened. You didn't suffer
and I am so glad about that.
I hadn't seen you, my Dad, for 42 years and we were re-united five years ago, that was one of the
best days of my life, the others being the birth of my daughter Jennie, son Alex, seeing my grandson
Cameron being born, and marrying my husband Paul. The last five years with you had been absolutely
wonderful. You lived in Southport which isn't that far away but too far if you needed anything or
any help, so 18 months ago we mutually agreed that you would come and live near Paul and our family
so that we could be there in a flash if you needed us. So in September 2006 Dad moved to Bolton.
Paul, Alex and myself decorated and carpeted the flat in your favourite colours and your face was a
picture when you walked into your flat for the first time. I remember you saying that "no-one has
ever done anything like this for you before". You were so happy and said many times that moving to
Bolton was the best thing you ever did and that you never really wanted to go back to Southport
again. The last eighteen months of your life were some of the happiest days of both our lives.
The bond between us grew so strong and Paul and you were the best of mates, the banter between you
both was fantastic. You used to say that Paul was such a wonderful son. They loved each other so
much. We saw you nearly every day and you came for tea twice a week and loved roast lamb on
Sundays, you gave the bone to Taz, our Collie. The bond between Taz and you Dad was so lovely to
see. Taz reminded you of Sparkie, your old collie. It was really great you living near us because
you were also able to spend time with your grand-daughter Jennie, her partner Rick and
great-grandson Cameron and your grandson Alex, who all adored you. We were one big happy family.
I spoke to you Dad everyday on the phone, that is one thing I really miss, just hearing your voice
saying "pies have come" or "I've put kettle on lass". I still talk to you everyday dad and you are
always with me wherever I go. I have even planted a Red Rose in the garden just for you and it has
now come into bloom. Red being your favourite colour of course because of your team "Manchester
United", who you have supported since you were a boy.
Your memory will always live on in all your children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. You
are sadly missed by everyone but especially me dad, your eldest and first born daughter who got to
know you at last for the person you really were. I have so many memories of your smiles, laughter,
silly sayings and the times we have spent shouting at the TV when we have watched the footy, these
memories I will treasure forever.
Paul, myself, Jennie, Rick, Alex and Cameron, and your little cockney sparrow Ann, miss you so much
and love you with every beat of our hearts. You are together now with your beloved brother Ted and
sister Olive and I know you are at peace.
I will love you always, your daughter Lynne xxxxx
♦♥♦ Cherished Memories ♦♥♦
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Sometimes it's hard to understand
To see the reason why,
Sometimes it's hard to find the words
To say that last goodbye.
Sometimes it's hard to look ahead
With eyes still filled with tears,
But all our cherished memories
Will live on through the years.
And though there are no answers
The questions still remain,
Sometimes we just can't comprehend
Or understand the pain.
Sometimes it's hard to look beyond
The rainclouds in the sky,
Though all our cherished memories
Will stay as time goes by.
Sometimes when we close our eyes
The only thing we see,
Are moments that are long gone by
Of how things used to be.
Sometimes we need to just let go,
Let tears fall as they may,
Reliving cherished memories
That never fade away.
(Author unknown)
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Hi Dad
I really miss you, and I can't believe that you have been gone nearly two years, it really doesn't get any easier. We speak of you every day and the memories are so wonderful, we still laugh at some of the things you used to do and say and that keeps me going. It is so hard coming up to Christmas and New Year without you being here, but Jen Rick and Cammy are coming for xmas dinner so that will make things a little easier. I just really miss you.
I send you big hugs and kisses and all my love, you will always be in my heart xxxx
♥**♥ Life Goes On ♥**♥
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The rain will fall the snow will sparkle,
the tree's will blow and the birds will sing, children will dance flowers will grow,
music will ring and tears will flow,
ice will melt and memories felt.
Yesterday i was there, today i am not.
The angels called upon me and led me far away.
Tears will fall, hearts will break.
but i am still there in your heart.
I can still be felt.
close your eyes can you see me standing there? remember life goes on.
one day we will meet but until then enjoy what you have got.
If you ever need me just close your eyes and i will be there,
open your eyes and i will be gone,
now live your life and move on.
Remember i am only sleeping.
i will never be too far.
i will be that star shining down on you,
can you see it?
tonight i say goodbye,
tonight i shed my last tear,
i have to leave the angels are near.
Fall with the rain,
sparkle with the snow,
blow with the tree's
and sing with the birds,
dance with the children
and ring with the music,
enjoy yourself and be happy,
smile and cry sing and dance,
laugh and be sad.
share moments and express feelings.
stengthen and weaken.
love and smile.
you are still young, your life is yours.
forever will i miss you.
but now I've been laid to rest.
the angel came i got my wings.
i can fly, and i can sore
i can reach where I've never been before.
close your eyes see I'm still standing there.
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Written By Tarna
♥ Yesterday's ♥
♥ I open up my heart to God
In my own special way
♥ I dont ask for tomorrows
I want all my yesterdays
♥
My yesterdays were happy
♥ For they included you
So much love and laughter
We shared just me and you
♥
Tomorrow is just another word
It means nothing to me
♥ Please give me back my yesterdays
And my Angel back with me.
♥
♥ MISSED SO MUCH ♥
⋱♰⋰Memories Build a Special Bridge ⋱♰⋰
⋱♰⋰ Our memories build a special bridge when loved ones have to part to help us feel we're with them ans still soothe a grieving heart⋱♰⋰
⋱♰⋰ Our memories span the years we shared, preserving ties that bind⋱♰⋰
, ⋱♰⋰ They build a Special Bridge of love and bring us peace of mind⋱♰⋰
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Emily Matthews
♥ If i could wish upon a star ♥
♥ I would wish for you back here ♥
♥ I know you're happy where you are ♥
♥ But i miss you and want you near ♥
♥ Although i see you everyday ♥
♥ In my thoughts and in my dreams ♥
♥ I miss you more than words can say ♥
♥ It just gets worse, it seems ♥
♥ I try to be strong for others around ♥
♥ But all i want to do is cry ♥
♥ I just sit for hours by myself ♥
♥ And ask the question 'Why'? ♥
♥ It's the strongest pain I've ever felt ♥
♥ I don't think I could describe it ♥
♥ Although I try, I do my best ♥
♥ I don't think that I can hide it ♥
♥ My life will never be the same ♥
♥ That's why it's hard to bear ♥
♥ Because since the day you left us ♥
♥ I think that life's not fair ♥
♥ Some things seem not to matter now ♥
♥ Even things that mattered before ♥
♥ You have no idea what I would give up ♥
♥ To make this pain less sore ♥
♥ People say we'll meet again ♥
♥ And yeah I know that's true ♥
♥ But I wish it didn't have to be this way ♥
♥ Because you know how much I miss you ♥
♥ I love you with all my heart and soul ♥
♥ And there's one thing you need to know ♥
♥ There's not one person in the human race ♥
♥ That could ever take your place ♥
~X~X~X~X~X~X~X~X~X~X~X~X~X~X~X~X~X~X~X~X~X~X~X~ X~Sending love to you Always Joyce xx
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Somewhere beyond the sunset,
where happiness never dies,
you live in a beautiful garden,
above the clear blue skies,
although we cannot see you,
you’re with us every day,
and all the love we have for you,
will never fade away.
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LOVE ALWAYS,Joyce.XXX
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♥♥ WITH LOVE ♥♥
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~~ The Angels ~~
May angels rest beside your door
May you hear their voices sing
May you feel their loving care for you
May you hear their peace bells ring
May angels always care for you
And not let you trip and fall
May they bear you up on angels wings
May they keep you standing tall
May they whisper wisdom in your ear
May they touch you when you need
May they remove you from each trace of fear
May they keep you from feeling greed
May they fill you with their presence
May they show you love untold
May they always stand beside you
And make you ever bold
May they teach you what you want to know
About life here and here-after
May they fill you always with their love
And give you the gift of laughter
~xXx~ ~xXx~ ~xXx~ ~xXx~ ~xXx~
~~ Angel In My Pocket ~~
I am a tiny angel
I'm smaller than your thumb
I live in peoples pockets
That's where I have my fun
I don't suppose you've seen me
I'm too tiny to detect
Though i'm with you all the time
I doubt we've ever met
Before I was an angel...
I was a fairy in a flower
God himself hand picked me
And gave me angel power
Now god has many angels
That he trains in angel pools
We become his eyes and ears and hands
We become his special tools
And because god is so busy
With way too much to do
He said that my assignment
Is to keep close watch on you
When he tucked me in your pocket
He blessed you with angel care
Then told me to never leave you
And I vowed always to be there
~xXx~ ~xXx~ ~xXx~ ~xXx~ ~xXx~
~~ Guardian Angels ~~
When angels sense you need them
and angels always do.....
they come unseen from everywhere
to help and comfort you
they hover close beside you
till all your cares are gone
till they can see you're ready
once again to carry on
Then some of them may fly away
and take their gentle touch
to other hearts that need
the love of angels very much
but one at least stays with you
as your constant friend and guide
for guardian angels never leave
they're always at your side
~xXx~ ~xXx~ ~xXx~ ~xXx~ ~xXx~
Lots Of Love Always ~~ Elaine...x♥x
I'm right here in your Heart
When tomorrow starts without me, and I'm not there to see.
If the sun should rise and find your eyes, all filled
with tears for me; I wish so much you wouldn't cry,
the way you did today, While thinking of the many
things we didn't get to say, I know how much you love me,
As much as I love you. And each time that you think of me,
I know you'll miss me too; But when tomorrow starts without me,
Please try to understand. That an angel came and called my
name and took me by the hand, and said my place was ready
In Heaven far above, and that I'd have to leave behind, All those
things I dearly love.
But as I turned to walk away, A tear fell from my eye,
For all of life, I'd always thought, I didn't want to die.
I had so much to live for, So much yet to do,
It seemed almost impossible, that I was leaving you.
I thought of all the yesterdays, the good ones and the bad,
I thought of all the love we shared, And all the fun we had.
If I could relive yesterday, Just even for a while,
I'd say good-bye and kiss you, and maybe see you smile.
But then I fully realized, that that could never be,
For emptiness and memories, Would take the place of me.
And when I thought of Worldly things, I might miss come tomorrow,
I thought of you, and when I did, My heart was filled with sorrow.
But when I walked through Heaven's gates, I felt so much at home.
When God looked down and smiled at me, From his great golden throne,
He said, "This is eternity, and all I've promised you.
Today your life on Earth is past, But here it starts anew.
I promise no tomorrow,
But today will always last, and since each day's the same day,
There's no longing for the past. But you have been so faithful,
So trusting and so true, Though there were times you did some
things, you know you shouldn't do.
But you have been forgiven, And now at last you're free,
So won't you take my hand And share My life with Me?"
So when tomorrow starts without me,
Don't think we're far apart, for every time you think of me,
I'm right here in your Heart
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Somewhere beyond the sunset,
where happiness never dies,
you live in a beautiful garden,
above the clear blue skies,
although we cannot see you,
you’re with us every day,
and all the love we have for you,
will never fade away.
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LOVE ALWAYS,Anne .xxx
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