In 2008 I moved to a town (Hatton) a place I didn't know, or where I knew hardly anyone at all! I had just left a toxic relationship 18 years old, u was been stalked, abused the lot, that was the darkest days for me. Until New Year's Eve when I met Sammy and Alan in Doveside club and instantly we became friends. Almost inseparable for a long time myself and Sammy. I had no friends at that time, I was alone and scared to be honest, but Sammy and Alan both took me under their wings and took care of me. I spent many months at Alan's house hanging out with Sammy but also went through some difficulties and with no judgement they were both their for me and my Faith, he was a great man who did nothing but show honesty and care and love to his family. Sometimes he was brutally honest haha but we wouldn't of changed that about him. I will always be grateful to you Alan for treating me as your own for that period of time when I needed it the most. And the friendship I've had with Sammy all these years. I will always remember Alan been being so close & giving his all for Sammy and when them grand-children were born, well he fell in love all over again. You will be so missed Alan. God bless you sweetheart and I really hope now your out of pain and at peace. All our love Emily and Faith xx

An absolute gent loved his laughter he never passed by without stoping for a chat lovely sweet guy and he will be missed very glad to have met him x RIP love Sharon and Luke Walker

So sad ya gone but glad ya got In touch last month and shared few memories large ya helped me through alot after my dad passed I will never forget you mate take care and goodnight old pal love Alan