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Kenneth HART

Published on 16/11/2023

HART Kenneth 'Ken' On 21st October in hospital, Ken aged 79 years of Sutton-in-Craven.Beloved husband of Kathleen, much loved dad of Robert and a loving grandad, great-grandad and father-in-law. A funeral service will take place on Tuesday 21st November at Skipton Crematorium at 10.50 am. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Ken will be for Cancer Research and The Dialysis Unit at Skipton General Hospital, provision will be available at the service or may be sent C/O Emmott and Bradley Funeral Service, 18 Station Road, Cross Hills, BD20 7EH. To donate online or to leave a message of condolence please visit our obituaries page at www.emmottandbradley.co.uk

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Stephen Morrell November 20th, 2023
When I first became a Parish Councillor in Sutton-In-Craven more or less 30 years ago, I recall Ken being a forceful voice amongst the members as he was already a member not only of the Parish Council but also a member of Crave District Council, (CDC). My recollection was that he was extremely supportive and friendly at that time. One years on and I was invited by Ken and his fellow CDC member Stephen Place to consider accepting a nomination at the next AGM to become Chairman. When I asked why they wanted to nominate me, they said words to the effect of, "You seem to know what you are talking about!" I duly accepted their offer and became Chairman, a post I have held for the most part of the past 30 years. Throughout that time Ken gave me 100% support in my civic duties in terms of advice and help. Eventually through ill health he handed over the responsibility of supporting our residents on CDC, and I was pleased to support his nomination as Alderman as one of my first duties in that post. I also worked alongside him as a Governor of Sutton-In-Craven Community primary whilst he held the post of Chairman of Governors. I know he loved and cherished that post, and the school was much blessed from his keen support. A shining beacon for us all. RIP Ken