THANK YOU SHERBORNE WE DID IT

THIS IS TO LET EVERYONE KNOW THAT IVAN’S FUNERAL WILL BE ON WEDNESDAY 30th OCTOBER AT SHERBORNE ABBEY, ARRIVE BY 11.45

THE WAKE WILL BE HELD AT THE SHERBORNE, NEWLANDS DIRECTLY AFTER THE SERVICE. ALL ARE WELCOME TO COME AND TOAST THE LIFE OF IVAN.

A HUGE THANK YOU TO ALL WHO HAVE DONATED AND MADE THIS DAY POSSIBLE FOR HIS FAMILY, WHOM I KNOW ARE EXTREMELY GRATEFUL. PLEASE PASS THIS ON TO ALL OF THOSE YOU MAY KNOW THAT DO NOT DO SOCIAL MEDIA.

I’'m raising £4,000 for a funeral/memorial

IVAN THE COBBLER, Sherborne, Dorset.

As most of you will know by now on Thursday 3rd October we lost a true gentleman, Ivan the Cobbler. He was not only a true gentleman but a friend to hundreds of people who had the good fortune to know him and to go into his shop to seek his professionalism with his shoe repairs.

He has looked after the people of Sherborne for 28 years repairing all sorts of things, other than shoes and always with a smile and a dry sense of humour.

We are hoping to help his family in their time of need and distress to raise enough money to give Ivan the send off that he truly deserves. Funds raised will be used to pay for Ivan’s funeral and a wake, so all that knew him can celebrate Ivan.

Further details to follow for those that would like to pay their respects.

Any left over funds will be donated to a charity of Heather’s choice.

Having spoken to his wife Heather she is truly grateful that we are setting up this Just Giving page and below are some words that she would like me to say to you all.

Words from Heather

The tragic passing of Ivan the Cobbler, my adored husband, has left all the family, as well as others, in shock as we reflect on the incredible impact he had on all our lives. He was a devoted husband, step father, son, brother and a very devoted grandad to his 5 year old grandson Thomas.

Ivan and Thomas were totally inseparable, they were like me and my shadow together.

Those of you who were lucky enough to know him, knew that Ivan had so much more to give and share with the world. He was truly one of the best and always ready to lend a hand and would make us laugh with his strange sense of humour. His love and admiration for his family was boundless.

Can I just say to finish this appeal off, that Ivan bent over backwards to help all of us that used his expertise, perhaps now we can pay him back with a fitting tribute and help his family.

Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.

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