Born in Sheffield 01/08/1955. Diagnosed with malignant pleural mesothelioma in November 2013. The mesothelioma disseminated and he passed away in St Luke's Hospice, Sheffield 10/06/2014. Pete was immensely brave throughout his illness, even when he was in agony he described it as discomfort. The staff at St Luke's were so supportive and kind. I can't think how we all would have managed without them. In life, Pete worked as a joiner / kitchen fitter / plumber / electrician / anything handy! He apprenticed at Barlows as a shop fitter, and worked for a number of companies including Sheffield Shopfitters, Hancock and Read, Bedford and Havenhand, lastly fitting many kitchens for Sheffield Kitchen Outlet. He is survived by his wife Laurie and his two sons Mike and Tom. He was very proud to give 'Fiona away' in marriage to Mike and welcome Fi to the family in December of 2013. He has two sisters Pat and Lynne. Brother in laws Allan and Rob. Nephews and partners, Lee & Marie, James & Emma, Liam & El as well as Gregg & Helen. Pete was no saint and we have all agreed we won't Canonise him. He could be grumpy and stubborn and didn't suffer fools gladly. However he was never ambiguous and you always knew where you stood with him. He was a loyal and true friend and a loving, dependable Husband and Dad. Please can all well wishers leave their thoughts on this page - any photos, videos or memories welcome! Thank you so much for all who have shared so far. It is a huge comfort to see how well loved and liked he was. We have another amount to add here from the funeral service, I'm sure they will be added soon and if you gave your name and address with your donation you will have received an acknowledgment from John Heath & Sons. We are over a month on and I have to say that the hole Pete has left in all our lives hurts just as much as it did on the 10th of June, but your words and deeds of comfort truly do help. I miss him so much for so many reasons. Pete was not only my husband, he was my Pal, Partner, my rock. Living without the love he had for me - despite all my faults - selfishly - is so very hard. Some days I find myself not really knowing how I can carry on with the thing that is day to day living but, because of the support of his family and our lovely friends I manage, often to do as per Pete's wishes and I am living as happy a life as I possibly can without him. To simply say "Thank you" , to those of you who are there for me seems inadequate. But THANK YOU ALL especially those who have given me so much support and practical help. XXX Laurie.

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