Dear Dad, You will always be loved and forever in our hearts. You have been a wonderful, gentle and kind father and grandfather. Although we have lived thousands of miles apart these last eighteen years you were often in our thoughts and always in our hearts. Love from Paul, Rosemary, Michael, Madeleine and Gabriel

From Michael: I have such fond memories of Grandpa Lawrie from my childhood, from teaching me about ships to learning about making jams to watching football or the news together. He was an incredibly patient, kind, and loving grandfather and I will miss him.

From Gabriel: I always looked forward to visiting Grandpa every time we visited England. Hearing his stories of the past and love for his city of Sunderland truly inspired me. I’m honored to share my name on the Stadium of Light with him and my father.