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The obituary notice of Desmond Norman HOLMES

Grimsby, Published in: Grimsby Telegraph.

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Desmond NormanHOLMESPeacefully after a short illness at his home surrounded by his loving Wife and Daughters (his girls) Des,aged 70 years sadly passed away. Beloved Husband of Julie. Much loved Dad of Nina, Amanda, Sara, Tamara, Tasha, and his pet dog Arnie loving Father-in-Law of Ian, Rob, Marcus, Craig and Fred. Cherished Grandad and Greatest Grandad, Brother, Brother-in-Law, Uncle and Great Uncle. Desmond was a highly respected gentleman who was a great friend to many. A private family service will take place at Grimsby Crematorium on Monday 26th October at 1.30 pm. By request family flowers only please, however donations in Desmond's memory may be sent to The Grimsby Dialysis Unit, Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital, Scartho Road, Grimsby DN33 2BA. Any further enquiries to Steven Near Funeral Directors, 36 Wellowgate, Grimsby, DN32 0RA. Telephone: 01472 357713. Where Desmond is resting peacefully.
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Sandra Simon:Des was a lovely man xx Will be sadly missed Thinking ...26/10/2020
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Left by Tasha Peart:
29/10/2020
Des was a lovely man xx
Will be sadly missed
Thinking of you all
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Sandra Simon:
26/10/2020
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Miss you Dad x
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19/10/2020
Don’t really know you but my brothers always said good things about you! RIP mate
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16/10/2020
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Love you Dad. You’ve left such a hole in all our lives. Sleep tight xxx
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