Paul Burton 26.09.1955-29.09.2011 Dad was a wonderful and kind man. He was completely devoted to his family and loved by all that knew him. He was one of the few remaining gentlemen...always smiling, always polite, always friendly. He was very popular and sociable. Me and my brothers (Simon and Alex) and Mum (Alison) will always be so grateful for the time that we had with him (albeit far too short) and for all that he provided for us. He worked hard to give us everything. Words cannot describe the all encompassing, enormity of our pride in him. The strength, bravery and dignity that he showed during his illness was truly amazing. We already held our heads up high having him as our father and now even more so. We talk about him all the time and all our happy memories, and for these we can always find a smile. Our time spent at St Wilfrid’s was so precious. When he was too unwell to come home, the hospice allowed us to bring home to him. Met by relatives and friends we made his room his sanctuary. We sat for hours cherishing every single moment. We watched films, endlessly chatted sharing childhood memories, listened to music and had takeaways. The hospice became our home too. It always felt impossible to leave him so we were often tip-toeing out after midnight. Everybody at the hospice treated Dad with utmost respect and compassion. From eating like a king (he always loved his food) to lavender infused massages and garden view from his bed the holistic approach and relaxed atmosphere made those weeks more bearable. Staff went above and beyond the call of duty on numerous occasions. We talk about him, remember him, and have him in our lives everyday one way or another. He will always be remembered and never forgotten. If our love could have saved him, he would have lived forever. This website is a place to remember Dad and to continue to raise funds to support the amazing St Wilfrid's Hospice!