EricLANCASHIRE (M.B.E)M.B.E Of Horsley Woodhouse, passed away peacefully at the Royal Derby Hospital on October 1st 2021 aged 91 years. Beloved husband of the late Marjorie, much loved dad of Gwyn and the late David and Simon, loving father in law of Denise, much loved grandad of Ashley, Megan and Deon, a dear brother of Betty, brother in law of Nell and Judy, an uncle and good friend of many. Funeral service at St Susanna's Church on 28th October at 11:45am, Horsley Woodhouse followed by cremation at Markeaton Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired made payable in David's memory to Cancer Research UK and sent to Joseph Allen & Sons 17 Field Lane Belper Tel:01773 827049 ( Please wear your protective face masks at Church )
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It was a pleasure to care for Eric whilst I worked at Coxbench Hall. As long as he had his book and shaver he was content. Bless you Eric, I’m richer for meeting you x
Tanya Mancini:
15/10/2021
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A wonderful man who was so welcoming and an absolute gentleman. Sadly missed
Holly Lax (neé Mace):
14/10/2021
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Left by Holly Lax (neé Mace):
14/10/2021
ERIC WAS THE MOST AMAZING MAN I HAD THE PLEASURE TO MEET. I Looked after him at work and we hugged everyday. I absolutely adored him and will miss him with all my heart. I am on shift on 28th but will absolutely raise a glass to the man I call my friend. Live you Eric xx Goodnight
JAYNE MACDONALD:
14/10/2021
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I was saddened to learn of the death of Eric Lancashire in these pages today. I first met Eric when I joined Derbyshire Police Authority where he was a nominated Council member. He was forthright in debate and had a clear view of what was in the best interests of the people in Derbyshire he represented. Although we were at opposite ends of the political spectrum I became great friends with Eric. He was what one would now call "old school Labour" and he was a formidable debater - unafraid to say it as he saw it and argue for what was right. He was at all times a courteous, polite, honest and straightforward man who spoke his mind and what he said was genuine and from the heart. He was particularly proud of his MBE and his family which had been touched by sadness in his later years. Eric was a character and stood out in a world of colourless local politicians. We will not see his like again and I mourn his passing. I am proud that he was my friend and colleague for so many years
Philip Hickson:
14/10/2021
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Thankyou sir for everything you did for our village
Philip and Sue Needham