A grandad who always had time for family has left a lasting legacy.
Alan Brock, from West Kirkby, had a stroke around 20 years ago, which left him needing high levels of care. However, he was was able to 'build himself back up' to the point of being able to get his driving licence back.
Sadly, after a bladder cancer diagnosis in 2019, and being cared for in Arrowe Park Hospital, the 71-year-old tragically died last week, and is remembered by his sons, step-children, grandchildren and step-grandchildren as a 'family man'
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Alan's son, Chris Brock, told the ECHO: "He was in there [Arrowe Park] for around five weeks, he was first diagnosed with bladder cancer in September 2019, which was devastating.
"He went under radiotherapy and chemo, but the cancer ended up leaving his bladder and getting into his lungs, which collapsed one of his lungs. He was still mobile for a while, but it was just a matter of the time.
Despite mourning his dad, Chris is eager to point out the great care Alan received from the 'hero' staff at Arrowe Park, who he says made Alan feel 'at home' during his time at the hospital. A massive Everton fan, Chris says the TV available on ward 30 was a massive thing for his dad, allowing him to watch the football in his last days.
Chris said: "He loved his football and tennis, Only Fools and Horses, just loved his telly, he lived for his telly. He had a stroke around twenty years ago and had to go through rehab to learn to speak, and function again. Little by little he built himself back up, he was working again, he was a pipefitter and welder for many years and he was seriously great at his job.
Chris continued: "The hard part now is losing such a big part of my life and coming to terms with it is going to be a real challenge."
Chris is now raising money to help Arrowe Park supply televisions for every patient on ward 30, which he says offers 'outstanding care and support' for patients, however only few rooms have TVs, meaning many are unable to go without that home comfort that makes a big difference.
Dad Chris said: "When he was first in the hospital, he was in a lot of pain, sort of staring at four walls all day, and being able to have a TV there for him, just made a massive difference. The nurses who cared for him were incredible, they really went the extra mile to make him as comfortable as he could be, and it really have it that personal touch.
Chris has raised around £2,500 already but is aiming to reach £3,500, you can donate here.
