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I knew Andy for 45 years. Here he is at the Lairgate Hotel just 4 years ago. He was a great friend and we'll miss him terribly. Erik S.

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I knew Andy for 45 years. Here he is at the Lairgate Hotel just 4 years ago. He was a great friend and we'll miss him terribly. Erik S.

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I didn’t have long to get to know Andy but I always saw him coming over to ESS to find Carolyn…a regular member of the ESS Team 😊

He was always smiling and objecting about the latest scandal or news theme. But despite the often grumpy facade, his love for Carolyn was always plain to see.

We very much enjoyed having you in the team and you are so dearly missed, Andy.

Angela xx

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I have known Andy for over 20 years working at the college.  I have lost count of the times we have taken part in the Quiz at the Weatsheaf or the Rose and Crown over the years.

We also talked about the Rugby League teams we both support.  On one occasion at the quiz we discovered our teams were playing each other on the next day in Yorkshire, Andy decided we should go.  On the way back after the game Andy had his usual big smile as Hull won.

On the last occasion we talked about rugby at the end of last season, he started with his big smile and showing off his wedding ring.   John

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Payday drinks in the Wheatsheaf: Coat on, pint in hand and that smile... You will be missed, Andy.
He bounded up to me at enrolment last year to show me his wedding ring and tell me his joyous news. I will never forget the love and sheer delight simply radiating from him. Caroline x

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OK it looks like I have no choice but to stand in front of the camera this time.

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A full day sitting on a cold wet bank and this is all we had to show for it. Happy days.

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A boyish smile. A gaze that didn’t miss much.

A sharp wit, alongside phases of adolescent conversation.

A dear friend and colleague who knew his field, knew his students, knew about education, how to prioritise and how to manage expectations, knew what this institution is for and what makes it tick.

A huge figure in the contemporary history of this organisation has left the scene.

We go on, of course, but it’ll never be the same.

Russ Woodward

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Someone stopped me when I was out shopping at the weekend, 'Isn't it awful news about Andy? My lad is devastated - he's at college and Andy is his teacher - and his dad is in bits too - Andy used to teach him back in the day and helped him so much when he was struggling with the work'.  There will be so many people feeling sad for his loss but remembering Andy's very positive impact on their lives. For me, I will remember his smile and cheery greetings - and how grumpy he'd get during quality audits 20 years ago! I'll also remember how truly happy he was that he'd married his soulmate last summer and my heart goes out to Carolyn. RIP Andy, a true GIFHE hero. Julie x

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Someone stopped me when I was out shopping at the weekend, 'Isn't it awful news about Andy? My lad is devastated - he's at college and Andy is his teacher - and his dad is in bits too - Andy used to teach him back in the day and helped him so much when he was struggling with the work'.  There will be so many people feeling sad for his loss but remembering Andy's very positive impact on their lives. For me, I will remember his smile and cheery greetings - and how grumpy he'd get during quality audits 20 years ago! I'll also remember how truly happy he was that he'd married his soulmate last summer and my heart goes out to Carolyn. RIP Andy, a true GIFHE hero. Julie x

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I have many fond memories or working with Andy. In particular I always enjoyed our opportunities to making life a nightmare for whoever was running the unfair means or mit circs panel by taking nothing seriously until we’d wasted so much time we had too actually make a decision, we laughed a great deal and they always made the day more fun. When I left to do my PhD he even trying to convince me that I should continue to volunteer for panels so I didn’t miss out on the fun (and he didn’t have to do them with someone who took it seriously). I’ll miss that mischievous grin and the opportunity random conversations. Becca

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Andy was so kind, caring, understanding and funny. His laid back approach often revealed a sensitive and thoughtful guy who was always around to support.

I miss your presence mate.
RIP, Jim

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While I never worked with Andy, whenever I saw him in the Atrium. He would call me over to talk about what what was troubling him that week. These chats always made me laugh as Andy was such naturally funny guy. He also never failed to  ask how I was and offer advice, he will be missed.

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While I never worked with Andy, whenever I saw him in the Atrium. He would call me over to talk about what what was troubling him that week. These chats always made me laugh as Andy was such naturally funny guy. He also never failed to  ask how I was and offer advice, he will be missed.

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Friendly, kind, clever and so many other words to describe Andy. I got to know Andy through working in the HE library. He was always popping in for a chat, even in the holidays, he would always pop in to say hello. He will be very much missed, as he was such a supportive chap, and a his absence will be felt by everyone. Heather x

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Even though I didn't know Andy too well, he always had time for a chat and always had a smile on his face. How many of us can say that of ourselves? A true character who will be greatly missed by many. Last time I spoke with him properly he was telling me about his wedding and was clearly so proud and happy. A life that touches others goes on forever.

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Andy was a GIFHE veteran and was unfailingly kind and supportive to new starters - including a very new Deputy Principal as I was eight years ago. He was a fixture in the UCG and when I worked late he was usually there in his coat with a coffee ready to chat and discuss our respective days work as I headed home. The UCG feels empty without him. We miss you Andy.
Debs
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I've known 'Fridge' for over 25 years and became good friends. He was the sort of person who would help anyone. He even helped my son with an engineering project before Christmas. Over the years I've shared an office with him, and even taught him when he did his Business degree. He had a great sense of humour and I will miss him.

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I've known 'Fridge' for over 25 years and became good friends. He was the sort of person who would help anyone. He even helped my son with an engineering project before Christmas. Over the years I've shared an office with him, and even taught him when he did his Business degree. He had a great sense of humour and I will miss him.

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I have known Andy many years working at the college , he always had time for a chat , Such a lovely guy he just had a calm aura about him and lovely smile . He will be truly missed 😢

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Andy often came to ESS office.  He asks me "are you stressed yet" fully knowing that I was often very stressed with little things.  I use to tell him what and why I was stressed about and he always laughed about things I was worried about.  He used to say "why are you stressed about THAT!?!"  I so appreciated his assurance.  Also he used to come to me, asking me "how do you pronounce Kaizen?" for last few years!  I kept telling him how to pronounce the Japanese word but he never remembered! When I gave him a strange-weird Japanese Kitkat, in return, he bought limited edition kitkat too! His kindness, and warmth.... Still can't believe he is gone...
Mioka

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Andy was a great guy with a wicked sense of humour. He always took the time to speak and to ask how things were going. He would always listen and give his advice - which was always valuable. Andy will be missed and I know he has helped so many learners across different departments in his years at college who will be forever grateful. RIP Joel

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The person you wanted on your quiz team.

The person who always wanted to validate a degree in astrology or cheese.

The person who must have folded himself like origami to fit in his car – always a Fiesta

The person I’ve heard say he’s going to leave or retire on a monthly basis (if not more often!) since I first met him over 26 years ago at the University of Humberside.

Clever, thoughtful and never in a rush. Something to say about everything. I never thought I’d miss him getting up on his soapbox, obstinate about something he’s been asked to do – that he’d then go and do, and do it well anyway - but I’d take that every day to have him back with us all. There’s a Fridge-sized hole in our lives now and I will miss you lots. Karen

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Andy was a great guy, who would always be willing to offer help and support (especially when it came for validation panels). He’d always be willing to hear about different approaches to teaching practical subjects, and would be the voice of calming but straight talking influence when I needed it.

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I first met Andy when studying for my pgce, and working in the uni, he was always pleasant to talk to and it was nice to see a familiar face when I started working in my new office in October. He will be missed x

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Andy always looked serious when he walked into the timetabling office, like he really meant business.  Professional, serious,  organised, intelligent and then that lovely smile would appear, and it was a real genuine smile the one that reaches your eyes. That glint in his eye, always made me think hmmm I wonder what mischief he gets up to.   He used to sit with us for hours during timetabling, which being vertically challenged suited me as soon as we stood up together, it would make my neck ache!  I have not had the pleasure of working as closely with Andy as we did before but that didn't stop him being that same person when we did bump into him.  I spoke to him just before Xmas and he was his usual self as though it was yesterday we were sat in that timetabling office together.  For me, Andy  was one who always had time for everyone, always said hello and stopped to chat, proper all round lovely guy, who will be greatly missed.  Kyllie xxxxxx

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I became friends with  'Fridge' around 30 years ago whilst I was studying at the University of Humberside and later when I started teaching at Grimsby College. On many occasions he would stay over with Jill and I instead of travelling home to Hull. Fridge was a truly great friend and its difficult at this present time to believe we will never see him again. Andy was a great friend to many, annoyingly intelligent, tall and good looking - his words not mine who will be sadly missed. RiP Fridge from Derv and Jill Carlile

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Andy was a welcome face whenever I bumped into him on campus. Usually in UCG at lunchtime we would stop and chat, the familiar coat he wore a first identifier. He always waved, made time to ask me how I was. Andy was always interested in what I was up to. He was one of the first people I bumped into when we returned to campus from the 1st or 2nd lockdowns (I cant remember) and I knew I was home. He was a kind, thoughtful and intelligent guy and I will miss our chats very much. Lucy OK x

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Carolyn introduced me to Andy when I first started here. I didn't know many people but he always had time for a chat, usually in the Atrium. He was a lovely man and often made me laugh. I will miss him very much.
Dee

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I never called him Andy (like he never called me Simon but always Bryson), He was always known to me and a good few other "older" members of staff as Fridge.  Not only because when we first started working together he was built like a rather large American fridge but also because of his subject area.  As I look down from the 3rd floor of UCG to the atrium I can see him  now talking to someone, stood or sat down.  Wearing "that jacket".  Always a person to have a chat with, a laugh with and listen to. A genuine gentle giant whom will be missed by so many not just members of staff but by students.  Gone but certainly never forgotten. RIP Fridge.
SB

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Andy would walk by UCG reception every day, at least 5 times. There was always a warm smile and a "Hi" and he quite often stopped for a chat about the traffic chaos on Scartho Road!! He was always kind and friendly and his presence will be sadly missed. Gill x

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I have known Andy for a long time, and he was always helpful, and his kindness went a long way. Andy always made time to say hello.  I will miss him immensely.
Dyane x

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If Andy and I bumped into each other when having a cuppa in the atrium, conversation would always end up discussing the latest disaster or batting collapse for either the Yorkshire or England cricket team. Very occasionally the teams gave us something to smile about. Miss you mate. Gary

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I didn't know Andy all that well, but he did take the time to make an effort and have a chat every time I popped into the MEC staff room. What I can say about Andy, is that he definitely did not smell! He showed me his extensive after shave collection and asked for my opinion on what he should get next. I'll also never forget the look on his face when we returned in September, he gave me a huge grin, held out his hand and said look, I'm married now!! He was so happy and proud and couldn't wait to tell everyone. He meant a lot to so many and will be so missed.
Jess xx

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I will miss Andy's fierce intelligence, his regular quips and his genuine kindness. I'll never forget when I was leaving work one day in my first year at GIFHE. He popped in to ask for something but my day had been so mind-bogglingly busy I said "Sorry, Andy - I don't think I can do anything else today". He responded with a kindness and understanding that stays with me to this day. It really meant a lot to me. Josh F.

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He would come into the ESS office on a daily basis to look for Carolyn. He never knew where she was. I would say to him every time "she's your wife, how do you not know where she is?" and he'd said "well I never think to ask" - Sarah

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As I sit in front view if the office door I always looked up and would noticed Andy would always look straight to the back for Carolyn, if Carolyn wasn't in he would always ask for her and after he popped in several times he never lost the sparkle in his eyes for her not being in when he popped. The look of glee on his face everytime he walked in and saw Carolyn is something I'll never forget.
Alex.

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Andy was in his element when we recorded the MEC Eng 'Band Aid' video, such fun 😊   I will remember him for all his kind words and encouragement whilst I was Success Coach in MEC, and for his passion for expensive aftershaves which was often the topic of conversation. - Mel

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A familiar face in the HE Business office

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A familiar face in the HE Business office

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Immediately after joining GIFHE as a progression coach in HE Business in September 2015, I got to know a regular visitor to our office. Andy (known affectionately as "Fridge") was a good friend to all of us in HE Business and certainly made me feel welcome after joining the organisation. He was full of humour and was simply one of the most familiar faces at the Institute. He was "part of the furniture" and will be sorely missed by us all.
Tim V.

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Andy's Fantasy football team from last week. Very happy to say he beat me by 5 points.
Simon

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I am truly sorry to hear this news. I have known Andy for all of my time here and welcomed his chats and smiling face. He was a great help when I needed any support with maths whilst on a course with him.
I was there Ruth, when the new touch screens were demonstrated and agree- priceless. My thoughts are with Andy's friends and family. Kayleigh x

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I recall this team outing well, it was a great evening with a lot of laughs and I recall Andy's huge grin throughout the evening. He will be greatly missed

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Andy never did like being photographed whenever i took staff photos, last year he said i'll let you take one but only if i can keep my mask on. So here it is... Miss you mate.

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I've known Andy 21 years since I was 17. He was my tutor. I did a presentation on material failure relating to the Titanic. Only 12 years later did he tell me that I'd got it all wrong (turns out it was something to do with an iceberg, not material failure), but he enjoyed my presentation so he passed it at the time! :) I don't think for a minute he'd ever think I'd become his manager! Miss you Andy. Carl 

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I've known Andy 21 years since I was 17. He was my tutor. I did a presentation on material failure relating to the Titanic. Only 12 years later did he tell me that I'd got it all wrong (turns out it was something to do with an iceberg, not material failure), but he enjoyed my presentation so he passed it at the time! :) I don't think for a minute he'd ever think I'd become his manager! Miss you Andy. Carl 

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How excited he was when he learnt that the new CleverTouch screen would not only convert his finger writing into print equations - it also solved them. The look on his face was awesome - like a kid at Christmas. Makes me smile every time I think of it.

Ruth x

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