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    Celebrating the life of

    Alan Patrick Brigden

    19 Jul 1963 - 26 Jul 2015

    Family and friends

    Alan Brigden died at home in his sleep in Christchurch, New Zealand on the morning of Sunday 26 July 2015. He will be sadly missed by his beloved wife Andy and his children Alan, Luchia and Amy from his first marriage to Sam, and Dean from his relationship with Francis. He was born in Taunton, Somerset in 1963 of parents Jeanne and Alan Pike. He had three sisters, Pat, Angela and Sue and a brothe... more

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    2 Aug 2015

    Andrea Brigden In loving memory of Alan Brigden

    Andrea B. Potrait of Al, recently taken by Andy for developing a new website for his new website 'Webseed' which he was establishing here in Christchu...
    4 Aug 2015

    Andrea Brigden

    Andrea B. Simply in love, Andy and Al on their honeymoon.
    4 Aug 2015

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    Andrea B. Taken 11 years ago on our honeymoon at Auckland Sky Tower. xxx
    4 Aug 2015

    Andrea Brigden

    Andrea B. Al with 3 of his kids Luchia, Amy and Alan Jnr about 2003.

    πŸ•― Lynda Corner lit a candle Warm wishes and hugs to you Andy. You are in my thoughts daily, and our family sends their love to you, and to your families. Lxx

    Lynda Corner4 Aug 2015
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    Andrea Brigden

    Andrea B. The happiest man on the planet, the day of our wedding 10 July 2004, at Uffculme Church in Devon, UK

    πŸ•― dawn lit a candle miss you already.such a brilliant Uncle.Now see my mum and be together in peace.Lots of love my dearest uncle Alan xxx

    dawn -4 Aug 2015

    Sending love and hugs to you Andy and the rest of the families at this time. Will be thinking of you all tomorrow. Love and hugs Mandy Lee and Danica

    Mandy Cotter4 Aug 2015

    My Best Friend - My Soul Mate My Darling Al, I didn’t expect to be saying goodbye to you so soon. For once I am lost for words. I have scribbled, cut, pasted and deleted, trying to express myself, but nothing can come close in words to what I feel in my heart. What comforts me is knowing that you are still there in my heart and will stay with me ...

    Andrea Brigden5 Aug 2015

    πŸ•― Sam lit a candle To Alan's family, our thoughts are with you at this sad time, Alan was a great guy, he definitely made live more interesting. He will be sadly missed. And to Alan, take care brother, rest in peace. Sam, Anna, Tobie and Alex

    Sam -5 Aug 2015

    Andy we were so sorry to hear of Alans passing, you have always been special friends of mine since we meet at 1 to 1 fitness studio in Hastings, and we shared many a good times together. I was looking at my last conversation with Alan and I said we must come visit you down south, thinking we had forever. It is just a reminder that we must do these ...

    jodi -5 Aug 2015

    πŸ•― Catherine Sens lit a candle Goodbye my dear friend, today I am sad, but you will always be in my heart and make me smile. It was a privilege to have known you and shared some amazing times. So many, thank you for giving me those memories. Sleep peacefully my friend. Xxxxxxx

    Catherine Sens5 Aug 2015

    πŸ•― Mrs Pat Bowman lit a candle I light this candle for you to see when it gets dark, yes I know what you would be saying "What is all the fuss about?" You are a special person and will always be in my heart.

    Mrs Pat Bowman6 Aug 2015

    πŸ•― Holly Phillips lit a candle I think it is safe to say, that if can can read this, then he definitely will be! The world needs more people like Al, there just are not enough of them, people with big hearts that care about people, the world, people who are kind and honest and genuine, mean what they say and say what they mean. No games, no agenda,...

    Holly Phillips6 Aug 2015

    πŸ•― Mark Glanville lit a candle Please accept our sincere condolences

    Mark Glanville6 Aug 2015

    I saw you come into the world and watched your tiny steps of learning over the years. You were not supposed to go before me and I miss you so much. I monitored your Facebook and felt so close. God bless you my little brother you will always be in my heart as our dear sister Angela is and I still miss her. You grew from a bright little button to ...

    Mrs Pat Bowman6 Aug 2015

    Alan you will be missed but your being will never be forgotton. your sweet and caring heart will will always live on and 'glow' throughout all of our lives across the universe in every element we share. R.I. P, brother.

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    🌷 Jenn McMillan gave a flower Alan, I didn't get to spend much time with you but the small amount of time I did your sincere, kind personality shone through! You and Andy were a perfect match, and though I know Andy's heart is broken she will have wonderful memories of your time together. I keep going to your facebook page and reading your recent ...

    Jenn McMillan6 Aug 2015

    Sorry we didn't get to finish that website mate. You will be missed. Mischa and the staff at Castrols Garage. Our thoughts are with you and Andrea

    Mischa Belton7 Aug 2015

    πŸ•― Dominic lit a candle When i think of you Alan i think about a man of principle, a voice for the more unfortunate. I think about a man unafraid to speak up on issues concerning mankind and this planet we find ourselves on. You are not a man to simply read the head line and believe, you were the man that would dig deeper and question.You Alan liv...

    Dominic -8 Aug 2015

    I consider myself extremely lucky to have meet Alan, though it was brief I was instantly impressed by his open and kind soul. To speak with someone as mutually passionate about our environment and animals is a rare treat and a great loss to our world to have him leave. I regret not returning his generosity and speaking with him again when I had the...

    Beke Richardson12 Aug 2015
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    Hayley Kirby

    I will always remember Al very fondly and I will never forget the kindness and warmth with which Joby and I were received by him and lovely Andy when we went to visit them in New Zealand. We loved being shown around Hawke's Bay, bundled into the car on arrival and driven around all the vineyards. Al was a great friend to many people who will all mi...

    Pamela Hunt16 Aug 2015
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    Pamela Hunt Visiting Al and Andy in NZ

    16 Aug 2015

    Pamela Hunt Had such a lovely time with you guys x

    πŸ•― Hayley Kirby lit a candle I will never forget you Al. Xxx

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    Pamela Hunt Great view!

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    Pamela Hunt We visited a lot of vineyards in Hawke's Bay.

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    Hayley Kirby The Incredible Hulk! Xxx

    🌷 Ailsa Chambers gave a flower I didn't know Al as well as I should've - sometimes in life you don't appreciate people enough at the time and need to grow up a bit to see how wonderful people are. I've heard so many fantastic stories of him helping people and being there for people. That's the best kind of person. All that positive influence is g...

    Ailsa Chambers16 Aug 2015

    πŸ•― Pamela Hunt lit a candle A candle for peace and love.

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    Hayley Kirby At "The Tube" xxx

    Al was one of the kindest, most gentle and genuine people I have ever had the pleasure to meet. He was a very good friend to me during my early 20s. He was always ready with a hug and his beautiful smile would light up a room. Everyone who knew Al loved him. He was a truly special person and the world was a better place with him here. We spent many...

    Hayley Kirby16 Aug 2015
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    Pamela Hunt General daftness up the hill.

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    Pamela Hunt ... which could explain Joby's face here

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    Hayley Kirby Me and Al fooling around in Falmouth.

    πŸ•― Tommy Williams lit a candle So glad to have had the pleasure of knowing you, such an easy going genuinely nice chap (Local Legend!). You created my first ever flyer and told me that persistance was the key and nothing was impossible, you were right and such an inspirational person, was hoping to catch up with you one day, so i'll see you on the...

    Tommy Williams16 Aug 2015
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    Hayley Kirby That beautiful smile xxx

    Al, you were one of lifes great, an absolute pleasure to know. I have fond memories of the Tube days the ones I can remember !!, propping up the bar and setting the world to rights ! You had such a great sense of humour and an infectious smile. You were passionate about your beliefs and were not afraid to question the unquestionable. For that I sal...

    Gavin Coleman17 Aug 2015

    πŸ•― Sam lit a candle Xxx

    Sam -17 Aug 2015

    To Andy and all of Als family and friends. I was so sorry to hear of Al's untimely passing. He was a genuine, friendly and thoughtful soul who was always easy company. I can remember when you and Al first got together, it was such a perfect match and everyone was so happy for you both. I also remember your lovely wedding and how happy you both we...

    Sam -17 Aug 2015

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    πŸ•― Josie Holt lit a candle Smiley smiley smiley lovely man xxxx

    Josie Holt17 Aug 2015

    πŸ•― Rob Kirby lit a candle Al you were one in a million. Kind gentle with a heart of gold . Your very sadly missed my friend xx

    Rob Kirby17 Aug 2015

    πŸ•― bones lit a candle miss you loads old buddy see you on the flip side always thought I'd go first x

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    Hayley Kirby

    Al's wake. The Racehorse Tiverton August 15 2015

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    πŸ•― Jo rodgers lit a candle What can I say,I'm beyond words but Al you will know that you have a special place in our hearts,will always remember you with fondness,we also share this message with all you're old rockin friends from London who I know will sadly miss you xxxx Jo and den aka beano joss Rest in peace till we meet again x

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    πŸ•― Andrea Brigden lit a candle Al, I love you so much and miss you constantly. Keep talking to me babe. I have the music on for you xxx

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    πŸ•― Pod lit a candle I miss you mate. You were always like a brother to me. Love you always. x

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    πŸ•― Andrea Brigden lit a candle Hi Babe, I am up in HB so can't light my candles for you at home today so doing it on here instead. I miss you so much. Tomorrow morning I will be going to our house in Waipawa to do an inspection. It is going to be weird for me being there without you and feeling you all around the place - in the garden that you love...

    Andrea Brigden25 Sep 2015

    πŸ•― Andrea Brigden lit a candle My darling Al, lighting a green candle for you for the heart ❀️. I love you so much and miss you every day. I miss your company, your humour, your voice, your touch. Thank you for everything you gave me in this lifetime and for guarding and guiding me through the next chapter. I love you and will do always xxx WHITE S...

    Andrea Brigden24 Aug 2016

    πŸ•― Andrea Brigden lit a candle Thinking of you all the time babe. I miss you so much. My life without you is so hard. I know you are with me but it’s just not the same. I miss your company, how you made me laugh, challenged me and listened to me with advice and compassion. There is nobody in the world who really knows me like you did and it is hard...

    Andrea Brigden26 Jul 2018