Ben Eldridge (28 Jul 1981 - 11 May 2026)

Sorry I couldn’t be there to say goodbye properly to you yesterday. You were in my thoughts all day and I toasted a drink to you last night (yes non alcoholic which you would have mocked me for lol).
My whole time I was at GSTT you were a constant presence maybe because my desk was at the door… always saying morning making me toast, alerting me it was lunch time and my attendance was required, mocking me of my poor relationship choices and my lack of knowledge about cars in general.
Your laugh and cheekiness was the best and you could always tell you were up to something. Made me giggle hearing you come out of aseptics with Carlton as his laugh was legendary too.
You always had time for your girlies and to me you were like a big brother. Advice and saying do you need me to sort him out (haha all of our twatty exes!). Although sometimes we would have a little falling out we would sort it out when one of of us stopped being so stubborn.
After I left we still would chat on Facebook and more recently on insta and you were so lovely about me being a mum and having my little lad. You never complained about anything you were going through just shows your personality and strength through and through.
I will miss you Benny Boy!
Natalie xx

Thinking of you all always 🤍

Beautiful service. The words spoken summed up a beautiful, courageous, fearless warrior. We all knew him as Ben. We here in Texas watched Ben’s service live, and we want to express our gratitude for the opportunity.
Love to all whose hearts are broken

There is nothing we can do to make this day as happy as it was when Ben was here among us. This day should reflect Ben’s achievements and passions that he possessed in his way-too-short years. The beautiful, timeless sentiment reminds us that the value of our time isn't how long we exist, but in the purpose, joy, and memories we create while we are here. As we all continue with our days, remember Ben, if you're ever in a situation where you're not sure what to do, why not ask yourself what Ben would do? Be careful, he was Feisty! Some of you know we are in the United States, unable to be there with you all, but be assured that we are there in spirit. As we go on and celebrate Ben's life, it is my faith that he is with family members and his friends, whom he has said goodbye to. This isn't goodbye; it is truly see you on the other side, Ben. XXXX
From Dianna LeCompte

My dear cousin Ben, you brought so much joy and laughter to mama, me and to my children! We so wanted to be able to see you on the trip you wanted to make to the US. My heart goes out to your Mum, Dad and to your mates! You told me you would scoop up my little grandson when you made the trip to Heaven and I am quite sure you did! I just talked to you on the second of May 😢 my heart is breaking! You were such a wonderful man and it’s just not fair! 💔 Prayers for your Mum and Dad and all who love you! The pain of loss is horrendous! We love y’all so much! 🙏 😢 I know you were reunited with Aunt Shirley, my Mamar and Grandad; AND boy what a reunion it must have been! I know happy for you Ben and happy for them too; but way too soon for all of us! Love you cousin - see you on the other side!

There is nothing we can do to make this day as happy as it was when Ben was here among us. This day should reflect Ben’s achievements and passions that he possessed in his way-too-short years. The beautiful, timeless sentiment reminds us that the value of our time isn't how long we exist, but in the purpose, joy, and memories we create while we are here. As we all continue with our days, remember Ben, if you're ever in a situation where you're not sure what to do, why not ask yourself what Ben would do? Be careful, he was Feisty! Some of you know we are in the United States, unable to be there with you all, but be assured that we are there in spirit. As we go on and celebrate Ben's life, it is my faith that he is with family members and his friends, whom he has said goodbye to. This isn't goodbye; it is truly see you on the other side, Ben. XXXX

We'll miss our brilliant neighbour Ben. His warmth and good humour in the face of his illness showed his courage and kindness. Ben was always looking out for us and our cats, spoiling them with cuddles and treats. Sending our love and thinking of you. Jamie & Emily

So sorry for our loss my thoughts are with you - Maggie

My memories of Ben, cheeky, funny, kind and total ray of sunshine. Although it was a long time ago, we remained in touch via social media and I followed his journey and fight against this god forsaken illness. Still laughing joking and remaining positive till the very end. What an inspiring human he was.
May he rest in eternal peace..
I want to send my deepest condolences to his mum Claire and all his friends and family. Heaven surely has gained a bloody goodun. Xx

8 9 10....loved dearly always and forever, gave us the best memories xx

Thank you for the care given to your patients including Ben Eldridge. Rest in ever lasting peace Ben x

My deepest condolences to Ben’s grieving parents, dear Claire and her husband Graham. You had a real lovable mischievous character of a son. He fought long and hard during his battle and for that strength in him, I know, you will have been proud and will always be. Ben definitely ‘showed his quality’ as a teenager working in pharmacy and later as a grown man (FYI - he could give really supporting hugz just when needed xx). I would like to think he is wrapping his happy hugz around you both forever more. 🤗🤗

LizW xx
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I loved my time working with Ben, he was cheeky, full of fun and the loveliest person you could wish to meet. So sad that he went through so much , RIP Ben ❤️ love to his mum and dad

Ben, you will be forever missed mate ❤️

Annie and I have been your Posties for a few years and if it wasn’t for you ordering parcels Royal Mail would have gone out of business years ago! Ben, you fought your illness with courage, dignity and true grit. You are an inspiration to others and were truly loved. We will miss you opening your front door and saying to us you’re late where is my parcel!! Our thoughts and love to you Claire and Graham. Rest in peace our Ben.