For many they won’t even be able to say a final farewell surrounded by the loving comfort and support from their family, friends and wider emotional support network. And that is why today the Yorkshire Evening Post is taking a moment to pause, to reflect, to remember and ultimately to celebrate the lives of those cherished people taken all too soon. You can email your tributes to: [email protected]
1. Peter Lunn, 94
Peter was a lifelong Leeds United fan and a former pit electrician from Rothwell. Daughter Susan Adams: "He was a good man - he will be sadly missed."
2. Colin Barton, 68
The army veteran and voluntary worker had just been given a new lease of life after winning his lung cancer battle. Son Paul said: "He was a big family man who was very open, positive and enthusiastic."
3. Carol Kleinman, 78
Carol was due to celebrate her 40th wedding anniversary to husband Harvey this year. Stepdaughter Frances said: "She loved going out. My dad spoiled her, and she looked after him. She has a great-grandson shell never see."
4. Liam Downing, 30
Liam Downing was a popular disc jockey from Middleton, who courageously battled leukaemia for two years. On March 27 - just four days after his birthday - he finally lost his brave battle.
5. Clifford Healey, 88
A retired cab driver who had travelled the world while serving in the Navy. His granddaughter Jenna said: He was a typical Yorkshireman. He always had a pipe in his mouth and always had a flat cap on."
6. Khulisani Nkala, 46
Khulisani, who was also known as Khuli, was remembered as a kind and gentle mental health nurse. Dr Sara Munro paid tribute to a well-respected and selfless person.