For many they won’t even be able to say a final farewell surrounded by the loving comfort and support from their family, friends and wider emotional support network. And that is why today the Yorkshire Evening Post is taking a moment to pause, to reflect, to remember and ultimately to celebrate the lives of those cherished people taken all too soon. You can email your tributes to: [email protected]
1. Peter Lunn, 94
Peter was a lifelong Leeds United fan and a former pit electrician from Rothwell. Daughter Susan Adams: "He was a good man - he will be sadly missed." | jpimedia
2. Colin Barton, 68
The army veteran and voluntary worker had just been given a new lease of life after winning his lung cancer battle. Son Paul said: "He was a big family man who was very open, positive and enthusiastic." | jpimedia
3. Carol Kleinman, 78
Carol was due to celebrate her 40th wedding anniversary to husband Harvey this year. Stepdaughter Frances said: "She loved going out. My dad spoiled her, and she looked after him. She has a great-grandson shell never see." | jpimedia
4. Liam Downing, 30
Liam Downing was a popular disc jockey from Middleton, who courageously battled leukaemia for two years. On March 27 - just four days after his birthday - he finally lost his brave battle. | jpimedia
5. Clifford Healey, 88
A retired cab driver who had travelled the world while serving in the Navy. His granddaughter Jenna said: He was a typical Yorkshireman. He always had a pipe in his mouth and always had a flat cap on." | jpimedia
6. Khulisani Nkala, 46
Khulisani, who was also known as Khuli, was remembered as a kind and gentle mental health nurse. Dr Sara Munro paid tribute to a well-respected and selfless person. | jpimedia