Kevin John Gauntlett

"We’re time travellers. We tread softly," Dr Who, The Girl Who Died (Series 9). Kevin became a part of our family for over three decades; he was loved by both of us and our wider family too, my mum Patricia in particular. We went through a lot together; Kev was a constant in our lives as we were in his. Kev was always supportive, thoughtful and kind. We have so many funny and happy memories of times together. Kev's unique sense of humour, passion for Dr Who, love of Basil Brush, Bagpuss and the Clangers was so endearing. The world is a less better place without Kevin in it, there too few gentle, kind souls like him who have the capacity to be in touch with their child-self, whilst standing strong and inspiring others to be their genuine selves too. Kevin loved literature and this quote from The Four Quartets, "What we call the beginning is often the end. And to make an end is to make a beginning. The end is where we start from, " T.S. Eliot, "Little Gidding." Your death is a beginning Kev and not an end, you trod softly in this world, your gentleness and way of being will live on in our memories, in our stories and in hearts - forever. Vis mindre

It was a privilege to be part of Kevin’s journey. He was such an amazing person to be with during health and during his illness. He was so brave, so thoughtful of others, so dignified. Always the leader, always in control and still funny to the very end. Rest in peace my friend. You are loved and very much missed.  Vis mindre

I have known Kev for many years initially meeting at SCT where we worked on a project in a great team of people and we really hit it off making the working days (and overnight batch runs) much brighter ! Kevin’s sudden and untimely passing is heartbreaking Miss you Kevin, rest peacefully and I’ll have you in my thoughts especially when out in the great outdoors Lou xxx Vis mindre

I have so many dear memories of Kevin. Our heart to hearts when we were students, dancing until we were exhausted at the Brickhouse, learning to horse ride together, laughing until I cried listening to his conversations with his good friend Ian. His generosity, kindness and thoughtfulness always shone through. The beautiful 50th birthday cake, never forgetting a birthday and only a few weeks ago taking the time to send my husband a card wishing him well for surgery when Kev was poorly himself. So many memories to treasure and that's why he will never be gone but will live on in those memories and in my heart. Kevin you were taken too soon. Sleep well my friend  Vis mindre

Every moment in Kev's company was a complete joy. Our discussions about television and life in general were endless, completely engrossing and often hilarious. Comfortingly, I don't feel that Kev has really left us. To quote Henry Scott Holland, I believe he is simply in the 'next room'. Vis mindre

Kevin you will be missed by all who knew you.we enjoyed an appreciation of Bob Dylan music and even managed to see him together in concert in Manchester.Our birthdays were within 2 days of each other and I always looked forward to receiving and sending birthday cards.God bless Kev we will miss you. Vis mindre

Kevin was a lovely, thoughtful and kind man. He was full of life and had many interests, music - including the Smiths, New Order, Ennio Morricone...to name a few. He enjoyed walking & climbing and was a big fan of Dr Who. He will be missed by all who knew him and has gone to soon. Anne xx🌹 Vis mindre