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Jack Metcalfe

JACK METCALFE On 26th March 2021, Jack aged 78 years old of Greenmount, Bury peacefully passed away in hospital surrounded by his loving family. The dearly beloved husband of the late Mary, much loved dad of Lynda and Julie, loving father-in-law of David and Alan, a devoted grandad of Jonathon, Philip, Chloe, Cameron and Lois and great grandad of Poppy and Lucia. The funeral service will take place at Greenmount United Reformed Church on Wednesday 14 April at 11.30am followed by committal at The East Lancashire Crematorium, Radcliffe. Due to current restrictions, attendance at the service will be by invitation only. Donations are being received in lieu of flowers for the benefit of Bury Hospice. Donations may be forwarded along with all enquiries to Paul Williams Independent Funeral Directors 215 Bury New Road, Whitefield, M45 8GW Tel 0161 796 6018

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  • JunAlsays...

    Miss you everyday dad x Rest eternally with mum; love you always and know we will meet again someday over the rainbow xx

  • __newsquest__John Taylorsays...

    Rest in peace Jack . Pleasure to have known you JT

  • __newsquest__Chloe Taylorsays...

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    A long, long time ago I can still remember how that music Used to make me smile And I knew if I had my chance That I could make those people dance And maybe they'd be happy for a while But February made me shiver With every paper I'd deliver Bad news on the doorstep I couldn't take one more step I can't remember if I cried When I read about his widowed bride Something touched me deep inside The day the music died So, bye-bye, Miss American Pie Drove my Chevy to the levee, but the levee was dry And them good ol' boys were drinkin' whiskey and rye Singin', "This'll be the day that I die This'll be the day that I die" A very much loved grandad is now with a very much loved grandma! Together forever and always remembered! Dancing and singing American pie at the beach and eating as many tuna sandwiches as they want. Stay strong tough cookies! Loveyou always xx

  • __newsquest__Cameron Andersonsays...

    Jack, we were looking forward to seeing you back at choir rehearsals once the pandemic had subsided, but instead there'll be an empty chair on the front row. You have been a stalwart from the early days, helping to build the choir up and serving as Secretary for many years, and we'll miss you a lot. Rest in Peace. Cameron Anderson Bury Acapeelers

  • Kate (Bury Acapeelers)says...

    We will all miss Jack - especially once Bury Acapeelers choir gets up and going live again. He was an integral part for so long - apart from just being the loveliest of guys; a much treasured member of our bass section. Hope you found "crossing the bar" an easy journey, Jack.

  • __newsquest__Dean Wilsonsays...

    Rest in peace Uncle Jack from Dean, Claire, Abigail, Sky, Les and Barbara. Having known you all my life I can guarantee you are enjoying a glass of wine, or 6, having a laugh with friends and you are happily reunited with Mary. XXX

  • __newsquest__Sheila Cudworthsays...

    Will miss you Jack, we had lots of fun as kids and have been in touch all our lives, rest in peace. Cousin S.

  • Xanthasays...

    So very sad to hear this. I will miss my singing friend and his humour in the Acapeelers when we resume. A lovely person to have known. A Gentleman and a gentle man. RIP Jack.

  • __newsquest__John Woodwardsays...

    I remember chatting to Jack a lot about Bury Football Club over the years. He was a lovely man and a much valued choir member. He will be greatly missed by all. R.I.P. Jack. Susan Woodward..

  • __newsquest__Ann Attwellsays...

    Dear Jack. I remember when he first came to choir and he was always smiling so I called him Happy Jack from a line in a song. He was also one of the group who went to the pub after rehearsals putting the world to rights and often having a little singalong too. Simon often bumped into Jack at Bury football club where they were both members. Jack will be sorely missed. Kindest wishes to all his family. Ann and Simon Attwell.
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