Funeral Notices

Condolence Messages

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  09/01/2026

  Ashley R

  Julie, I'm really shocked and its really upset me Gav was one of the post genuine people I have ever met funny great sense of humour and would always put helping others before himself. Lovely words sent by Ash

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  24/12/2025

  Julie Prosser

  Christmas Eve hasn't been the same without you. Really missed our family get together and chilling in our matching Christmas pjs. Thanks for sending us so many feathers today. We really needed to know that you were with us. We miss you more than ever. Life just isn't the same and everything seems a struggle. I'm even missing nagging you to come to bed early as Freya will be up early for her presents tomorrow. Sleep tight xx

• 24/12/2025

  Sarah

  Still struggling to believe you are gone bud. Will miss seeing your campervan on the carpark of the meadowlark or the coop with you having a cheeky beer in the back 😀. RIP mate Stu and Sarah x

• 23/12/2025

  Adrian halford

  Gav What can I say ,not one for words but had some laughs over the years, know him a long time, from the day he started at Westfield to present day allways kept in touch, odd message here and there, bit of work he wanted doing on his house or some advice on rebuilding his car, Will be missed Rest in peace buddy Ade

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  22/12/2025

  Peter R

  Gav. A pillar of strength for Julie and Freya, you struggled for so long my friend but never lost your sense of humour or your sense of responsibility. A tragic loss......you were a real fighter and a true gentleman

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  21/12/2025

  Mick O'Sullivan

  Lovely words sent by Mick O'Sullivan. Just a few words, I was very privileged to have Gavin and Julie in my life. when we all had so many good times together it's hard to pinpoint one. Also I remember Gav being very dry. He just suddenly pipe up with two ways three of the most take a while to sink in it made me smile many time thinking of you all it's left behind, especially the young daughter are not forgetting you Julie. I hope you have many conversation about Gavin and the good times and not forgetting the sad times please remember you have a beautiful family around you. You are so blessed. It may not feel that at this time.. don't hesitate talking to your family on how you feel. again all I can say is big hugs to you rest of the family at this sad time. my dad's there I'm sure he'll look after Gavin . bless you all.🥃🥃❤️🙏xxx

• 21/12/2025

  Dave

  To my bro Gav, words can't explain how I feel about the loss of a true great brother in law, we had so many laughs and good times together throughout the many years. We used to love sharing a pint together and I remember the day you approached me about setting up a date with our Ju teenage sweethearts to a great marriage. The times we used to chew the fat in your garage a real grease monkey and that was your passion. I used to think you were bonkers going out on your bike although you loved everything with an engine that was your thing. You were a loving devoted husband and dad and will be truly missed see you on the other side bro. God Bless Dave

• 21/12/2025

  Kaz

  Gav where do I start? Got to be the summerhouse back in the days where we spent more time there than at home and where we first became friends several months later my little sis used to join us and the rest is history. You were such a happy carefree couple that developed into a meaningful committed marriage. The unity you showed paid off when you were blessed with our beautiful Freya. Back inthe day you spent more time on two wheels than four but along came the van that you worked tirelessly on and that became much more than a campervan it was a place that the three of you made so many memories and had so much fun.. We had so many good times and holidays together although I don't think you will ever forgive me for dragging you to the beach in Majorca and the only poisonous insect on the beach managed to find your foot it was Dr Dave for the rest of the holiday.. Thank you for all the time, kindness and generosity you gave us as a family especially Jack and Anna you will forever have a special place in all our hearts, this is not goodbye it's see you on the other side x rest easy x

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  21/12/2025

  Laura Cooke

  Gav, since we met on the neonatal ward you have always been such a huge part of our lives... from family adventures, countless trips to see the big man, looking after your little mate so Freya and I can have a pamper to even witnessing the occasional strops...Your quick witted humour always quickly sorted those and Freya certainly has inherited that and your memory will always live on in her. The words will never do justice to the loss, the boys will all miss you dearly as will the both of us. Rest easy Lau and Jase xx

• 20/12/2025

  Salv Sacco

  Always a decent and honest guy, both at work and socially. We enjoyed many happy ride-outs on our motorcycles. Loved his family dearly and always put them first. Taken away from us too soon. He will be missed. See you on the other side mate. Salv

• 20/12/2025

  Steve Lane

  My old mate Gav, had the pleasure of calling you a good friend for over 30 years, from when we were school age at Sandwell cycle speedway club, through to working with you at Westfield sports cars. Had some good laughs over the years, with your dry sense of humor the source of most of the laughter. I'll miss your random messages and sarcastic comments on my FB posts! You have a wonderful family to keep your memories alive, rest easy old pal. Steve Lane.

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  20/12/2025

  Lisa and Gaz Thomas

  Dearest Gav we have so many happy memories of you. You and Jule met when you were so young and have been inseparable ever since. True childhood sweethearts. You were kind, gentle and thoughtful with the driest. funniest wit. We have all had some real laughs together. We are in shock that you are not here. You will always be in our hearts and minds Gav. Rest now until we all meet again xxx

• 20/12/2025

  Ellen Catmull

  Gav, you were taken from this life far too young you were always willing to help me since I lost my own husband, a real gentleman and may I say a friend always there, you will be sadly missed. God bless you x Ellen

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  20/12/2025

  Chris masters

  What can you say ....really shocked & saddened to hear of your passing. Most sincere condolences to you all at this difficult time. Had the pleasure of working with you at Westfield for many years ...cheeky demina and hair longer than mine grrrrr...we had some right laughs and always stayed in touch for many years , always had the inside Gossip and always put the effort into everything you did. Going to miss you messaging me at 1 am in the morning or crossing paths at some car show or other ..battle'd to overcome some big challenges ,a true fighter . Going to miss you brother..hope your tearing it up somewhere Gav .... See ya on the other side .

• 20/12/2025

  Andy broadbridge

  RIP Gav, I will never forget the memories we shared together an the help you gave me when I was smashing myself up doing Motox true legend thank you mate xxx

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  19/12/2025

  Sam churchill

  Gav im still lost for words mate gutted to be honest another good man gone to soon . Rest in peace my friend ill see you on the other side love ya pal x

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  19/12/2025

  David Thompson

  Gav was a true friend, Sadly missed always in my thoughts rest in peace 🙏

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  19/12/2025

  Judy Dyson

  I was so shocked and sad to hear that Gav had passed away. I worked with him for many years and we became good friends.. He was always funny and very witty and we had some great laughs. I find comfort in the fact we kept in touch after his illness forced him to leave his job. I remember one time my car broke down and he was quick to offer to help. Gav came round to my house with a friend and towed my car away and true to his word fixed it. RIP Gav and thanks for the memories, you will be the brightest star in the sky✨ Jude xx

• 19/12/2025

  Gillian York

  Loved forever RIP ❤️❤️❤️

• 18/12/2025

  Andrew Smith

  A young man taken far to young....life's just not fair. Sleep easy Gav, you will be missed.

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  18/12/2025

  Jack Kendrick

  To my old spud, from the moment I was young you took me and my little sis under your wing, the most polite, respectful and giving man I ever knew. You was funny, hardworking and a role model in my life. I was so scared of fireworks. So what did you do you do. You said 'come on spud' you took me down your street to make sure I saw all the fireworks! From then we grew together (forgetting the brum series that drove you and Jue insane). But we grew to the point in life where we went from uncle and nephew to man and mate which I never took for granted you were more interested in my future. That alone optimises you as a man, as an uncle, as a farther, as a husband. So me old spud hope your having a world of a time up there. God bless you spud, you will always be in my heart. Rest easy spud. Love you always, your little spud ❤️

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  18/12/2025

  Anna Kendrick

  To Uncle Gav, the photo I have added I hope you had a word with my mom and dad about that awful haircut I had!😂 But seriously, we all miss you gav and always will. I'll never forget our last conversation with Freya in the back garden when she was talking about her future with her artistic mind x I still have not fully processed it and don't think I ever fully will. You are always in my heart. I will always be there for auntie Julie who I love dearly and Freya (by the way who is so incredible and I know you are so proud of them both) Love you always, Anna xx

• 18/12/2025

  Anthony Boyd

  Having what a great bloke we did have some laughs when we were younger I had just moved down from Manchester I knew Julie from the speedway and her and my wife at the time Sharron worked together so we used to meet up and have a few drinks and some nice food, then later on after your heath was poor we still had a laugh you Rolling your fags in the garage and me grafting on your cars never let me forgot if there was a job you needed doing I have the fondest memories of you old pal rest easy now till our Patos cross again love always Boydy.

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  18/12/2025

  Duncan Caswell

  Gav, what can I say? A great friend since we were 5 years of age from kids in school to likely lads as teenagers. From living in The Summerhouse to going to car shows where you knew what every nut and bolt did to me not even knowing where the petrol went. Those were the days that I look back on with so much fondness. Rest easy old pal.

• 18/12/2025

  Wayne Chamberlain

  I remember when I first met Gav. He stopped me to take some scrap metal from him. Straight away we got talking and I made a friend. Not easy this day in age. His funny sense of humour/welcoming was really nice. also the time he had to talk. Some days we talked for around 2 hours. Made me laugh. I'm sure I made Gav laugh too. Miss our talks. And seeing you in your van waving/beeping as we drove past each other. Top man who loved his family very much. You was Taken too soon mate rip gav👍

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  18/12/2025

  Vikki Thompson

  Gavin , it makes me so sad writing this . A life gone far too soon . I will always remember our laughs and chats over the years and how you always made fun of me , but mostly I will remember how you always checked in with me in my darkest days. Rest easy now Gav, your memory will live on xx

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  18/12/2025

  Anne and Mac Carter

  Our dear son in law Gav, our thoughts and memories of you are long and many. Remembering when you had long pony tailed hair that you used to let down to dance to Cotton Eye Joe when we were all on holiday. Your dry, quick witted sense of humour. All the happy times we spent together. Your help whenever needed. The love that you, Jul and Freya shared and support you gave each other. Such a very sad loss especially for our Jul and Freya, devoted wife and daughter. Also to Sue and Ken and our close family you will be loved and missed by us all.

• 18/12/2025

  Julie Prosser

  I can only speak of my personal connection with Gavin, as we live many miles apart. I was shocked and deeply saddened to hear of his passing, poor young Freya now into her teens without a dad, to share triumphs and heartaches with. In my eyes Gav' was a true family man with family values and didn't allow his disabilities to get in the way, so as a family they had some wonderful times together. Gav was a true gent and always eager to help anybody with anything that needed sorting, a good organiser, and in my eyes, the glue that held West Midlands TVP together and also organised many gatherings with other TVP groups, I can never come up with appropriate words in these circumstances, I'll just say, the world is a much less nice place to be without him in it. Rest in perfect peace my wonderful friend, and god bless Julie and Freya. Cwtch n much love mate.🫂❤️

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  18/12/2025

  Freya

  My amazing Dad, thank you for all the amazing memories and for all the laughs we had together. I love and miss you every day. We always talk about you all the time. Your quick sense of humour and funny ways. I miss everything about you. Thank you for the feathers you keep sending to me. I know that you are looking over me. I will really miss our adventures when mom was at work and we did fun things together and made loads of crafts. I will always love you more baba.Freya (your best friend) 🩵🩵🩵

• 18/12/2025

  Amara Rana

  You faced so much with grace, and still found ways to bring comfort and smiles to others. Your quiet strength, gentle humour. will always be remembered with a smile. Always in our hearts Yasmin, Rana            &       Family

• 18/12/2025

  Amara Rana

  You weren't just my best friend's dad. You were family to me.  I will miss you more than words can say. For the past eight years, you welcomed me like your own and even called me your adopted daughter. That meant more to me than you ever knew. I will always be grateful for your time, kindness, your laughter, and the way you made everyone feel special. You will always have a place in my heart. Forever grateful Amara (Your adopted daughter)

• 18/12/2025

  David Lane

  One of the good guys taken far too early...had the pleasure of knowing Gav back when I was a little annoying plonker (won't swear) at the cycle speedway... and then later on working with him when I was an even more annoying adult sorry Gav......loved our dinner time darts matches afterwards and going to the motocross together with Steve...only have good things to say Gav always had time for anyone his infectious laugh ....we too always had a laugh whatever we were upto wish I had more of a natter too you the other day in the barbers...was great to see you anyway...my condolences to you Julie and Freya your Dad was fricken amazing I hope you know that. ♥️Dave x

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  18/12/2025

  Gill Flello

  Fondest memories of a nice young man who has been taken from his family much to soon. Will always be remembered fondly xx

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  18/12/2025

  Helen Jones

  I always remember how welcoming Gav was and how he didn't suffer fools. He always made us feel valued and Lillia always felt safe with Gav and Julie. He loved and protected his family fiercely. I miss seeing Gav driving his van. He always waived at me going past and his sense of humour always made you laugh. We all miss you Gav.

• 18/12/2025

  Keith Pitchford

  Gavin was a fantastic friend a true gentleman a man that would go out of his way to help you regardless I'm going to miss you brother 💔

• 18/12/2025

  Amanda Whittle

  Gavin, you will be truly missed by so many of us. Losing you has left a hole in our hearts that words can't fill, and it still feels unreal that you were taken so soon. You meant so much to so many, and your kindness, laughter, and spirit will never be forgotten. I take comfort in knowing that you are now at peace in heaven with Shaun, and it brings some solace to believe that you boys are together again. All our love, Amanda and family

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  18/12/2025

  Julie Prosser

  My wonderful husband, you were my one and only love. We met when we were teenagers and never looked back. 31 years of amazing memories and also getting through some really difficult times together. We always had each others backs and looked after each other. You live on in our beautiful daughter and I'm so thankful that we have her. You would be so proud of the way she is dealing with things and looking after me.. You have been taken from us far to early. We had so many things to look to look forward to. You will never be forgotten. My heart breaks that you are no longer here but you send me signs to let me know that you still looking after me. Will love you forever Jue xx

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  18/12/2025

  Julie Prosser

  My amazing Dad, thank you for all the amazing memories and for all the laughs we had together. I love and miss you every day. We always talk about you all the time. Your quick sense of humour and funny ways. I miss everything about you. Thank you for the feathers you keep sending to me. I know that you are looking over me. I will really miss our adventures when mom was at work and we did fun things together and made loads of crafts. I will always love you more Freya xx