Geoff Saward (Passed away 25 Feb 2026)

From Janine, Linda and Pauline

From Janine, Linda and Pauline

Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Rest easy Geoff

I was fortunate to get to know Geoff when we worked together in Halifax. He was a man of real integrity, wryly funny, wise, and remarkably calm. He always made time for everyone around him, and he never failed to know exactly which three teams were worse than his beloved Doncaster Rovers at the start of each season.

My sympathies to his family.

I was fortunate to get to know Geoff when we worked together in Halifax. He was a man of real integrity, wryly funny, wise, and remarkably calm. He always made time for everyone around him, and he never failed to know exactly which three teams were worse than his beloved Doncaster Rovers at the start of each season.

My thoughts are with his family.

Such sad news. I worked with Geoff at Halifax and he was one of the kindest, sweetest people I’ve ever known. I remember fondly sharing some coffee breaks with him and I was always grateful for his wise counsel.

In a troubled world that needs more people like Geoff, one of the good guys has been taken too soon.

Sincere condolences to his family.

Geoff was such a warm and generous person, we’ll miss him. Sending love to all his family.

Really sad news. Geoff was a fantastic person. My condolences to his family.

Such sad news. Geoff was a great friend at university and beyond. He was kind, thoughtful, funny and would always put others first. He was my best man and I was his, and my and Christine's thoughts go out to Steph, Joseph and Matthew. He is a great loss.

From Geoffs SPW Finade colleagues
Geoff was a very well respected colleague, who was know for his kindness, calmness, wisdom and sense of humour. We all loved working with him. Our thoughts are with Steph, Joseph and Matthew xx

This is very sad news. I worked with Geoff for many years at HBOS and Lloyds, in the Mortgage Finance team, along with many others who've replied to your post on Linked In. As others have said he was a calm and reassuring presence during a period when things were difficult for the bank and for all those who worked there. I personally appreciated his guidance and listening ability over that time.
It's a real shock. Geoff was always very fit and I remember once ran from John-O-Groats to Land's End (on a running machine over a calendar year) not something I've ever remotely managed.
I think I'm right in saying that we were together (in one of our very easy going one to ones) when we heard that Lloyds had taken over HBOS. Looking back, it was important for us as it meant that we could continue to work in the organisation, just under a new name. A moment I’ll never forget.
Many condolences all of you. Geoff spoke about you all a lot and his priority was always making sure he was doing his best for Matthew and Joseph.
Unfortunately, I’m not going to be able to attend the funeral, but I will be thinking of him on the 23rd.
Best wishes
Martin

From all of Geoff's colleagues at TPT Retirement Solutions

From all of Geoff's colleagues at TPT Retirement Solutions

Geoff was generous, kind and he treated everyone with great respect. While we didn't work together for very long, his help and guidance still resonate with me.
My sympathies to his family.

So sorry to hear this news

I only worked wirh Geoff briefly but he was always so generous with his time and was a trusted and valued colleague to many and just an all round lovely guy

Sending my condolences

A good soul and true gentleman

This is such sad news, sending my deepest condolences. I had the great pleasure working with Geoff in Halifax.

Audrey