These are the farewell words from a loving son to well-known York businessman Ken Garland who has died aged 87.
Ken died peacefully in York Hospital on April 24. His funeral will take place on Wednesday.
He leaves behind a large family - he had eight children from two marriages: Stephen, Lesley, Paul, Andrew, Chris, Liz, Richard and Tim - and his widow Sue. He also had 17 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren but also many friends and colleagues from the world of business and the many charities which were close to his heart.
YOU’LL FIND MORE ON THIS STORY AND OTHERS AT www.yorkpress.co.uk OR PICK UP YOUR COPY OF THE NEWSPAPER ITSELF AVAILABLE SIX DAYS A WEEK AT YOUR LOCAL NEWSAGENT

Where to Watch Bonfire Night Fireworks Across York in 2025
The Brand New Heavies Announce York Barbican Show for March 2026
Extra Show Added for The Next Step at York Barbican After Sell-Out Success
Mayor Skaith's 10-year plan for York and North Yorkshire
The first headline act has been announced for the Live at York Museum Gardens concert series in 2026.
Yorkshire Carer Speaks Out on Being Underpaid
Adult stuck in baby swing in popular York park
MORE than 10,000 people will be pounding the pavements when they take on the Altra Yorkshire Marathon 2025 this weekend


