The obituary notice of David HARTLEY

Where the Mountains Meet the Sky

By Roxanne Rose McGrath

My great grandad Dave loved the world in colours,
In quiet moments with a brush in hand.
He painted skies, hills, and memories,
Trying to capture the beauty of the land.

He loved the mountains standing tall,
The climb, the wind, the open air.
Each step he took toward the summit
Felt like freedom waiting there.

Now he’s taken his greatest journey,
Past the clouds, beyond our view,
Climbing one last golden mountain
Where the sky is forever blue.

And waiting there beyond the summit,
With a smile so warm and bright,
Is the one he loved forever
Dear June, his heart, his light.

After years apart, their hands meet again,
No more distance, no more pain.
Just Dave and June together now,
Walking side by side again.

So when we see a painted sunset,
Or mountains touching the sky above,
We’ll think of Dave still climbing high,
Reunited with June, surrounded by love. 🕊️

Beyond the wind, on top of the world, forever walking.

My wonderful Dad.
Becky xx

Grandad, time to rest and be with Grandma.
Thank you for all you taught me over the years, you were a true gentleman, a great storyteller and an enthusiastic explorer.

You will be sorely missed but your name lives on in our son Taylor David.

Lots of Love,
Michael, Aleysha and Taylor
Xx

Rest in Peace Dave,
You and June were such lovely neighbours.
So sorry for you loss Becky and Ruth x

In our thoughts Ruth and Becky and family. Such sad news to hear and I now our mum feels very sad in his loss and your loss too.
Both your mum and dad have left us with some lovely happy memories.
Just thinking of you all. Take care Liz