Our aim is to enable a permanent memorial with an inscription, dedicated to Alan Pyle, in Grange Park; a seating/picnic area, where families and children can be encouraged to gather, interact and chat, as Alan would have loved this. Together with a plaque, near the crossing site.

With kind thanks to Nicola Linklater, who's original offline collection of donations, escalated so much, that this digital fundraiser was created and to Mark & Olive Pyle (Alan's family) as well as Friends of East Boldon Parks, for their consent & collaboration in what were fundraising for..

For nearly 2 decades Alan Pyle has made an active contribution to keeping children safe in East Boldon, come sun rain or hail. But he was much more than that to so many, a ray of sunshine, a friendly face, a kind sympathetic ear, a smart and dapper old school gent always available to those around him. Always active in the community, at events, neighbourhood watch, and around the village. He has been an active resident of East Boldon for 48 years where he dedicated his life professionally as a Social Worker, and in retirement as "the lollypop man", to the safety of young children and families.

RIP Alan, we hope this fundraiser will be a legacy to you, for future generations, that you so truly deserve. Thank you for your service. We will all miss you dearly.