David Royston Leake (1 Feb 1941 - 29 Jul 2019)

It’s been an honour and a pleasure to be part of your family. Will miss you and our little chats. Look over us all. Until we meet again. Paul x

A truly wonderful friend and work mate to my dad Harry . I'm sure they will be sat at those pearly gates mashing drinking lots of tea having a good catch up about prize bingo and slot machines!! Dave you had one of the most lovely smiles which I will never forget . Always smiling and laughing is my fondest memories . You have such lovely caring daughters and their families to look after your lovely wife Irene x We will be saying good bye to you tomorrow with a celebration of your life xx god bless you until we meet again Sheila Steve Ryan and Becky xx

Dave, I’ve been part of your family for nearly 30 years, and what a wonderful privilege it has been. I will continue to love your daughter as you did. Dave I’ll miss you, your we’re a brilliant father, father in law and friend. To say you’ll be missed is an understatement. You have taught us to stand strong as a family and keep all who are family close to our hearts, which we will. Until we meet again, stay safe on your journey. Your son in law, Anthony xx

The time of day for anyone, always wearing a smile on his face. One of the few people I can honestly say was an absolute gentleman. Thoughts with all friends and family. Rest In Peace Dave. Love, Mitch xxx

My love my life my rock and best friend miss you so much. I feel empty without you but I know we will meet again one day. We shared so many happy times in our 50 years together. Proud to be your wife and mother of our three daughters and I would never change anything. You will always be in my heart forever ❤️ Love you ❤️

Dave I had no words but to say how grateful I am to have met you, it has been a pleasure to have known you for nearly 14 years! Everytime I saw you, you would make me smile and always give me the biggest hug. I hope you are in peace and no longer in pain Love to Irene + family xxxxxx

Dave, a friend and neighbour for many years, always with a lovely smile. You were a true gentleman. I shall miss our laughs and chats whilst we were all out gardening. My heartfelt thoughts to Irene and the girls, he would be so proud of you all. Rest in Peace, much love Rach xxx

From the minute we met Dave he was nothing but lovely. Our neighbour and friend for many years and lots was spoken about over the fence whilst he was in his garden. Dave and Irene both were so lovely to us and when Courtney came along they spoilt her rotten buying gifts and sweets and generally just having time for her and showing an interest. We have alot to thank them for. He had lots of wise words and advise and he will be missed. He meant alot to us and we know his family will have a big void without him. Such a lovely family though and so i know they will be there for one another. xxxxx

My beloved Dad; words will never be enough to say how much I love and miss you; it’s heart-breaking. You’ve guided and supported me in everything and your strength and encouragement has enabled me to achieve personally and professionally. You’ve been a fantastic Dad, always found time to listen and I will miss our conversations. You’ve also shown great courage and I admire you for all you are. Stay close Dad, Julie xx

Well Dave can’t believe this day as come to say goodbye we are heartbroken you was the perfect brother in law anyone could ask for perfect gentleman always happy they don’t make men like you anymore Dave since my dad died I’ve felt safe and knew you would always be there for us could ask you anything and you would always help I’m going to miss all the laughs we had and cream cakes even when you was so poorly you still made us laugh I always thought how lovely it was you and Irene still laughed together they way you did after all these years you made each other so happy loved you so much Dave going to miss you and every time I see a box of maltesers I will always think of you ❤️❤️❤️Xxx

They don’t make them like you anymore Dave. You were the epitome of a gentleman. I have so many fond memories of you and Irene growing up. You were there to always offer Sound advise with a calm delivery. I can’t even imagine how much Irene, Julie, Jane and Joanne are going to miss you. X

Dad, I miss you deeply and can’t believe your no longer with us in our life journey...
You are the greatest Dad, it has been an honour to be your daughter, you have taught me be to be strong and independent in life. My achievements I must thank you for, as you always believed and encouraged me when I didn’t believe in myself. Dad you are a beautiful person with the kindest soul. You have always made me feel safe and have always been their for me when I needed you. My heart is broken, and I miss you beyond imagination, stay safe on your journey, until we meet again.
I love you Dad, for eternity.
Your loving daughter, your sunshine, Joanne xxxxxx

Miss you immensely Dad, my heart aches at the thought of never seeing you again.
Love you always x x x