If you're reading this, you played a part in Paul's life. Thank you.

Paul was a gentle man of integrity who adored his wife and five children. He was a loyal friend who was generous with his time; practically and relationally. He was a good listener who offered wisdom, a unique perspective and time to give practical help - he was great at DIY. Paul loved his friends, work and colleagues. He was passionate about music, art, skiing, diving, fashion, playing piano and beautiful items like diamonds.

From their home country New Zealand, where Paul and Abi were married 21 years ago, the couple travelled so Paul could pursue his dream work. Paul and Abi have lived in England, Israel, Belgium and Botswana. Their children - Asher, Aliyah, Ezra, Noah and Zachary - have been born and later, homeschooled, in different countries. The family has now moved back to England and would like to thank their friends, family and extended church community for all the love, prayers, help and support over this past year.

"Something beautiful, something good, all my confusion he understood. When all I had to offer him was brokenness and strife - He made something beautiful out of my life..."

Paul was at home, holding Abi's hand and listening to his favourite song when he passed away peacefully on Thursday 14 June 2018 at 4.12pm, a year after a cancer diagnosis. He was 45 when he died and leaves behind his wife Abi and their children: Asher, Aliyah, Ezra, Noah and Zachary. His dear mother Ardell is in an Alzheimer's care home in New Zealand and Paul decided she should remain blissfully unaware of his diagnosis and subsequent passing.

Please consider donating to this memorial fund, which we trust will enable Paul's legacy to have a lasting impact on his family's life. The Just Giving format requested a target, but we would be grateful for any amount you might donate, small or big (eg. instead of sending flowers). It was Paul’s great desire for his children to excel in music, so the fund will go directly to Abi to be used for their music lessons, further education and enrichment.

In loving memory of our dear friend, Paul Dooney.