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I had the pleasure of meeting Alan during the time that Maureen and I trained together as Church Army Evangelists. He was a lovely, kind supportive Christian man and will be missed by all of us who knew him.
I'm glad I knew Alan, he is greatly missed.In his quiet way he left a big hole in the Church.I don't think Alan would have enjoyed the fame he now has, as we are all finding it difficult.God bless you, Alan, we will look after Maureen for you.
I cherish the "Hymns Ancient and Modern", which Alan gave me so long ago. I am so glad that I had the honour of knowing him, even if only for a brief time. Please accept my deepest condolences, Maureen and Rachel. Catherine joins me in expressing her sympathy. The time spent with all of you was joyous. The peace of the Lord, which passes all understanding, remain with you always.
You will be greatly missed Alan , a gentle man gone too soon.
I remember Mr Greaves and his family from my days of attending St Johns Church at Hyde Park in the 80’s. (He was always Mr Greaves to us as children). A truly humble approachable and very generous human being and to me, the finest example of a Christian. My family’s thoughts are for Mr and Mrs Greaves and family at this time.
My thoughts have been with the Greaves family since I learned about what had happened at Christmas and will continue to be with them over the next few weeks. I used to be a neighbour of Alan, Maureen and their four lovely children when they lived opposite me in Sheffield 2. They were a truly lovely family and excellent neighbours. They were kind, considerate and honest, putting their beliefs into practice in everything they did. I was sad to see them move as they contributed a great deal to the neighbourhood but knew they would be an asset to the community to which they moved.
It was a privilege to have known Alan as a tenor and committee member of The City of Sheffield Teachers' Choir. His quiet, pleasant and reliable presence is being missed by all members of the choir. I would like to add my name to all those who send heartfelt condolences to his wife Maureen and his family at this very difficult time.
May the Lord be with you all and may Alan rest in peace.
I remember Alan as a respected social services colleague and gentle man.
Alan was a caring and humble man, softly spoken who had a inner determination and commitmentr to help and support people to work thorough life's challenges.
Alan was a samaritan.
Alan had a wonderful smile and a little twinkle in his eye, he will be sadly missed and remembered with kind thoughts. It was a priveledge and pleasure knowing Alan, please pass my message and condolensces to his family.
I have been following this news story with a saddened interest wondering if this was same Alan I used to speak to regularly whilst at my place of work. After reading a post above I have had my worst fears confirmed and that it is indeed the same Alan. I’m so sorry for the loss of a such a kind gentleman and send my thoughts and prayers to his wife and family. I spoke with Alan frequently of the past few years when he was organising the booking for the teachers choir at St Mary’s. What has this world come to. Rest in peace Alan xx
A gentle man who passed our way. Good nite God bless.
Julie, Jake and Max xx
Having both worshipped here for a while, we were shocked and saddened to learn of this tragedy. Alan Greaves was a “Gentleman” in every sense of the word; he will be missed by so many.
Rest in peace Alan.
Ian Isaacs & Kim Darwent
I worked in the same Social Services office as Alan, in Darnall, many years ago, where he was a highly respected and trusted colleague – a gentle, supportive and warm friend to so many. Alan truly lived out his Christian faith in a quiet, unassuming and impressive way. Our hearts go out to Maureen and their family as they journey through this very painful and sudden bereavement. I thank God for Alan and pray for all those who love him and mourn for him. With our love and our prayers, Hilary & David Thomas
Alan and Maureen introduced Jane and I to St. John's and we had 8 very happy years there. Alan was always kind and courteous – a man full of the fruit of the Spirit.
Our love and prayers to Maureen and the family
Alan
A Lovely,Lovely Man so patient and kind and now he's left the world behind.
But what he's got in it's place is a life with Jesus and his saving grace.
He loved the world with all his heart and we know that they will never part
He's been restored and at peace and God's love for him will NEVER cease
Forever in our Hearts Amen.
Alan
I feel blessed to have shared 9 years with you in the music group at St Saviours Church.
We shared such good times, the fellowship, prayer sessions the fun and laughter, the singing and the Worship.
I treasure the times we walked the cross of witness together and the one to one conversations we had,I learnt from you.
The first time I met you I remember thinking"there's something special about you,it didn't take me long to realise that I could see Jesus in you
Alan thankyou for all the hard work you have put in over the years
Goodbye and God Bless you.
Hi,
I`ve just seen an article in The Daily Mail regarding the death and funeral of Alan Greaves. And I saw the pain of her loss etched indelibly on the face of poor Maureen Greaves. I just want you to know I`m thinking of her right now. I live in Hull, and do not know your Parish, or the Lady and Gentleman ( as was ). I`m just so sorry for her loss, and feel something of the pain – even if it is only very dim in comparison to that which she feels most acutely.
God bless her, and Alan.
Steve.
I am Maria.
From Saltillo in Mexico, many years ago (about 12) I met Alan and Maureen, they both fantastic human beings.
When I read the news (here in Mexico) about Alan Greaves death, I felt very sad, because they were fantastic human beings. Very Christians, very nice people, they invited my and my brother for lunch a couple of times, we had a very good laugh and a fantastic time, I love them both. Marvelous persons, I can still not believe that he has gone.
God bless him and his family, the world is much better thanks to people like him.
Rest is peace dear Alan.
Maria Neira
I’ve just come across this page! I knew Alan during the late 60’s and early 70’s so stunned when I realised this was the Alan I knew all those years previously. We attended a Church in Chesterfield which is the town where Alan was raised. I was in my late teens and Alan in his mid 20’s. I was at his wedding to Maureen Spring 72 but lost contact after that. Nevertheless I have very fond and vivid memories of him, indeed I remember my very first encounter at an event in 1967 where Alan performed as part of a local Gospel music group. Indeed Alan was very much involved with an organisation presenting the Gospel to the town. Later Alan oversaw a group of us at Church who formed another music group, he was indeed musical! Alan had quite a unique sense of humour. He could come across as rather serious, but could suddenly break into clowning around – such a contrast and consequently quite hilarious!! Being one of the ‘older’ young people at Church, Alan came in very useful being a car owner, first an Austin A35 and then a Mini. Twice I went on Christian holidays with him. I also remember him driving a minibus full of us to and from the Albert Hall in for the launch of “Youth Praise 2”. Most useful to me was the fact that he only lived a short distance from me and I didn’t have a car at the time!! Consequently, not only that, but I, as a young believer, also benefitted from his not inconsiderable Spiritual wisdom as he drove me home! It is for that I appreciated him most.