The bereaved family of a retired haulage driver are seeking help to understand where he contracted the industrial disease that killed him.
George Phillipson was enjoying an active retirement when he was diagnosed with mesothelioma, an aggressive lung cancer caused by historic asbestos exposure.
From enjoying ballroom dancing four times a week, cycling and meeting friends, George suffered a quick and painful decline. He died in December 2024 aged 85.
George, from Howden, East Yorkshire, spoke to his loved ones following his diagnosis about his memories of being exposed to asbestos – giving some clues as to where he may have contracted mesothelioma.
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