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In Memoriam
YOUNG - Robert (Bob).
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5.10.38 - 8.01.2021

It is four years since you left us. 
Bob, we all miss you every day, but we have wonderful memories.

Till we meet again.

Loved husband of Thelma.
Father of Geoff, Steven, Ross and Paul.
Grandfather of 12, Great Grandfather of 3. 

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