| Location | Preston |
| Age | 84 years |
| Date of Birth | 19/05/1923 |
| Date of Death | 01/01/2008 |
| Visitors | 2,389 since 08/08/2008 |
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ALSO REMEMBERING JOHNS WIFE (OUR MUM + GRANDMA)
(Mary)KATHLEEN HOBIN(Nee Ainscough)
Age : 70
Date of Birth : 19th JANUARY 1921
Date of Death : 17th OCTOBER 1991
in PRESTON
John also affectionately known as Jack was born in may 1923.
He was second eldest of four children to Albert and Mary Theresa.
His brothers were Frank, Kenneth and Ronnie.
Jack was brought up in Preston with his parents and three brothers. A
t the age of 17 Jack went off to join the Royal Marines, well he said he was 18? But they found out and was fined 3 Pennies a week for drinking underage.
When he left the marines after several years of service he met and married Kathleen, He worked on the railways and at crofts for a brief time then went to work on the buses up till his retirement.
Jack & Kathleen brought six children into the world, Georgina, Sheila, Brendan, Robert, Elizabeth and Catherine. They brought their family up at Clifton Grove in Preston where they lived happily for years.
He was a founder member of ST. Gregory’s Social Club, where He and Kathleen spent many happy moments and met many new friends.
When Jack lost his Wife Kathleen in October 1991 He decided that the house where they had lived throughout their married life was just too big so decided to go and live at meadow house. He settled in nicely there and met a lot of new friends, especially Jim & Edith.
Jack & Jim would go off doing there shopping to asda but for some reason they always ended up in a pub, anderton arms mainly, thirsty work is shopping.
Jim Became more like a brother, Sandy the warden looked after him well and you would often find jack over the road at ST. Ignatius club with sandy and Jim especially on a Thursday night!
He was happy at meadow house and it was a shame that meadow house closed and they all had to move on. Jack got a good deal though, he ended up living in Broughton in a beautiful little bungalow at sunningdale, and he loved it there, peace & quiet!
Unfortunately Jack couldn't enjoy it as much as he would have liked too due to illness over the last few months but he did make the most of it, He spent most of his time unwell being cared for by his four Daughters.
As many of you know Jack liked a whiskey or two and he made sure he brought this, his last new year, in with one.
Jack died peacefully surrounded by his children on new years day morning. He leaves behind his six children, 21 Grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren. He was also proud that he became a great great Grandfather to Maximus in 2006.
He was loved by all his Family, But more important He was respected by them and He respected them, His memory will always live on with all his Family.
Jack will be missed by all his family and his friends.
Goodnight God bless Jack
xxx
my wonderful grandad
4 years tomorrow grandad since u left us, and i tell u one thing i still miss u more than words cud ever say, if i had one wish for 2012, i wish i cud have my grandad back for one more day to give u a kiss, tell u how much i love you, and most of all wud love u to see how much ur great-grandaughter megan has grown into such a young little sweetheart and also for u to have maisie (our mandys little girl) and my son leon (ur great-grandson). u wud be so so proud. love u and miss u so much my perfect and amazing grandad, i still visit u at ur grave and leae flowers, not as much as i wud like, but everytime i go i break down in tears, and its breaks my heart to know ur there, wen i wish u was still here, love u grandad, ill never forget u x x x x x x x x x x x x x
Happy Birthday
Happy Birthday Grandad, You are never far from my thoughts. Miss you always. Give Grandma a nice big hug from me xxx
Your Light Keeps Shining On
Your Light Keeps Shining On
Though years have come and gone
Since the day you were called away
I know you're still smiling down at me
Watching over me each day
As the sands of time keeps drifting
And the years keep moving on
You'll live in my heart forever
Your memory has never gone
And as into dreams I drift
In the stillness of the night
Your spirits watching over me
Bathed in pale moonlight
We'll always be together
Your light keeps shining on
And in my heart forever
Your memory will always live on
copyright© Ingrid Aspey 21/4/2011
Easter in Heaven.
How much I miss you I can't put into words. But I know I can now leave you to God. I don't need to be on here to think of you. You're both with me all the time.
Good night God Bless. I love you more than I can put into words. x x
ON YOUR ANGEL DAY
Ah Dad another year without you, It's hard to believe its three years now. So many things have happened, things you and Mum would have loved. A new great grandson, two great granddaughters and last but not least a new Grandson Archie. Your hands would have been full cuddling them and Mum would never have kept up with all the names, I have difficulty. Just having a quiet day today but we would have the biggest party ever if you could be here.
Please Dad and Mum stay close to us, we need to feel your presence although I know we have to move on.
Love to you both until the day we are all together again. x x x x
Hello Mum + Dad
I hope Mum and Dad you have a lovely Christmas in heaven, I'm sure your with us in spirit. I wish I could come and see you and tell you about all the things that have happened since you've gone.
Christine is so good at saying whats in my head. Andrea and family are here for dinner that will be nice.
Love and miss you both. x x x
Christmas Without You
Christmas without you here with me,
can never possibly be the same.
But I carry an Angel within my heart;
one so precious, who has your name.
An Angel forever watching over me,
at Christmas time and over the year.
Although you can’t be here anymore,
inside my heart, you are so very near.
There is no special present for you,
wrapped under my Christmas tree.
But I have a greater gift to give to you,
all the love you can still feel from me.
No, Christmas time without you here,
could not ever possibly be the same.
But, I have had the precious gift of you,
and the memories and love, will remain.
Copyright© Pamela Hall 1999
love chris xxx
Hello Mum + Dad
You know that my head is in turmoil at the moment, I can't explain because I don't understand it myself. Paddy's funeral was Weds, It was very sad,Andrea and I went together. If you see him there please give him a hug from us.I often feel you close to me, please always be there. Jim came on friday, he misses you loads. He tells me he often talks to you Dad. My love and thoughts are allways with you. x x xx
Hello Mum and Dad,I've not forgotten you even though I've not been here much lately. Paddy died yesterday, he had suffered with cancer and has been in so much pain. It a relief for him it must be.
I'm not coping with life much at the moment but will get by. I love you both so much. x x x x
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