TRIBUTES have been paid to a cherished husband and grandfather.

Mr Derek Parkin passed away on October 29 aged 76.

The pensioner was the dearly loved husband of Pauline.

His family said he will be dearly missed by all his family and friends but especially his children Sam and Symon.

Mr Parking was a cherished grandad to Cameron and Sasha and a dear father-in-law to Paul and Jayne.

His family said he was also a good friend to many who will be sadly missed.