TODAY is Fathers' Day - a difficult time for anyone who has lost their dad.
While many people will be spending today thanking all the important male figures in their lives - dads, grandads, uncles and family friends - some people will be missing a loved one.
We know there are many of our readers whose dads have sadly passed away and we wanted to give you the chance to remember them by sharing your own special messages.
If your dad is no longer with us and you'd like to share a photo and a few words telling us why he was so important to you, use this link warringtonguardian.co.uk/my/ccn/assignment/QwCyTT5M/ to post your message, or email heidi.summerfield@newsquest.co.uk
Here are some of your heartfelt messages to the dads you have loved and lost.
Community answers
Has your dad passed away?
"Would you like to share a photo and a message for your dad this Fathers' Day?"
We asked for your responses - this is what you sent.
What was your dad's name?Ian Reichardt
Where was your dad from?Leicester then lived in Prescott
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Happy Father's Day dad, my angel Share a special message for your dadYou gained your wings and my heart wasn't ready. Happy heavenly Father's Day dad. Miss you dad. Love Samantha x
What was your dad's name?John Mather
Where was your dad from?Latchford
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Happy Father’s Day Dad Share a special message for your dadHappy heavenly Father’s Day Dad,. Loved always, missed forever 💙
What was your dad's name?Scott James
Where was your dad from?Warrington and USA
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Dad Scott Share a special message for your dadMy dad passed away last year. He lived in Warrington many years ago working on Latchford locks before returning to the USA were he was born. He was the greatest man ever and I miss him dearly. Happy Father's Day dad. I know you're proud of everything I've achieved. I love and miss you so so much.
What was your dad's name?John Mercer
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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My hero Share a special message for your dadMy dad unfortunately passed away due to cancer. Me and my sister and mum miss him so much. We talk about him all the time and our kids who never even met him talk about Grandad John. He is our hero.
What was your dad's name?Danny Mckay
Where was your dad from?Latchford
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Another Father's Day without my king Share a special message for your dadLove and miss you always dad/grandad. Take it easy . Love always, your children, grandchildren and great grandchildren Xxxxx
What was your dad's name?John Green
Where was your dad from?Latchford
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Walking Day was always a special day with you, dad Share a special message for your dadYour angel wings were ready my heart was not. Our first Father’s Day without you Dad/Grandad. I miss you Dad. Until we meet again. Love always Tracey and girls xx
What was your dad's name?Marty
Where was your dad from?Liverpool
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Love and miss you so much dad Share a special message for your dadSo much we have missed together dad. Walking me down the aisle, meeting your grandchildren, seeing us all grow but I know you've been right beside us everyday. Love you.
What was your dad's name?Phil Davies
Where was your dad from?Latchford
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Happy Father's Day dad x Share a special message for your dadThe kindest most loving dad, miss you always, as do so many x
What was your dad's name?Anthony Monks
Where was your dad from?Padgate
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Anthony with his daughters and granddaughters Share a special message for your dadWe all love and miss you so so much. Happy Father’s Day. Love your girls X
What was your dad's name?Terence David Woods
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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Sarah and dad Terence Share a special message for your dadThe only thing you didn’t teach me was how to live without you. Happy heavenly Father's Day papa bear xx
What was your dad's name?Albert Aspden
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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Dad Albert Share a special message for your dadHappy heavenly Father's Day Dad and Grandad. Miss you always and miss your laughs and joys. All our Love Linda, Gemma and David
What was your dad's name?Kevin
Where was your dad from?St Helens
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Dad Kevin Share a special message for your dadHappy Father’s Day. Miss you
What was your dad's name?David Robinson
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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David loved his holidays and he went away as often as he could Share a special message for your dadWe lost my dad in April this year having only found out he had cancer in March. My dad loved his family and doted on his grandson. My dad is much missed by my mum Jean and the rest of us. This will be the first Father's Day since he passed away, I would like to thank him for being a fantastic dad and wish him a happy heavenly Father's Day xxx
What was your dad's name?Nick Jones
Where was your dad from?Grappenhall
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Dad Nick Share a special message for your dadHappy Father’s Day Dad. We miss and love you so much. I was lucky to have the world’s best dad who always made me smile.
What was your dad's name?Robert Baker
Where was your dad from?Burtonwood
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Dad Robert Share a special message for your dadOur first Father's Day with out you. Love and miss you forever. Love from your sons Thomas and Rob
What was your dad's name?Michael Coray (Murray)
Where was your dad from?Orford
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Michael Share a special message for your dadMassive heavenly Father's Day dad. Forever missed and a part of us all went with you. Hope you're watching over your amazing son Kylan-Zaine and your two step sons Bradley and Jayden. Not a day goes by that they don't think about you and miss you . I'm glad we all have a piece of you in Kylan and you live on in our son. Love Gemma-Louise Love you dad. Love Kylan xxx
What was your dad's name?Jeffrey Mairs
Where was your dad from?Padgate
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Jeffrey loved his fishing trips Share a special message for your dadGone but never forgotten. Love you always dad. Lyn, Ian and Joe xxx
What was your dad's name?Colin Quayle
Where was your dad from?Hood Manor
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Colin and his family Share a special message for your dadWe lost our dad on the March 6 this year, after a battle with cancer. He was taken so quickly after a three-month battle from Christmas. He was our hero and the best dad and grandad ever. He is missed every day and he and my mum would have been married 58 years in May this year. He has left a massive hole in our family and we are all finding it difficult to come to terms with him not being here. He was an amazing grandad to our children and they are missing him loads.
What was your dad's name?Tony Edwards
Where was your dad from?Born in Liverpool, lived in Warrington
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My lovely dad Tony Share a special message for your dadIt's been three years since I last spoke to you. You are greatly missed. Happy heavenly Father's Day xxx
What was your dad's name?Stephen Goulden
Where was your dad from?Latchford
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Dad Stephen Share a special message for your dadThis is the first Father’s Day without you but you are in our hearts. Happy Father’s Day to the best dad in heaven. Love Chelsea and Neil xx
What was your dad's name?Arthur Bolton
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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Da's first Father’s Day in heaven. Share a special message for your dadLove and miss you every day Dad especially today as you spend your first Father’s Day away from your family. We’re heartbroken 💔! We’ll have a special toast to you on this special day.
What was your dad's name?Shane Hankey
Where was your dad from?Padgate
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Dad Shane with Oliver Share a special message for your dadHappy heavenly Father’s Day dad. I love and miss you. Love Oliver xxxx
What was your dad's name?Tommy Baker
Where was your dad from?Bewsey
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Dad Tommy Share a special message for your dadHappy Father’s Day to my wonderful dad in heaven. I miss you so much.
What was your dad's name?Kev Parr
Where was your dad from?Great Sankey
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Sophie with dad Kev Share a special message for your dadAn amazing, caring and generous dad who always went above and beyond. He is missed every day including this Father’s Day but always in our hearts.
What was your dad's name?Terry
Where was your dad from?Orford
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Dad Terry Share a special message for your dadFather’s Day is a painful reminder of your absence in my life. Dad, I wish I could just turn back time and live out every single day of my childhood as if it were a grand fathers day celebration. I miss and love you.
What was your dad's name?Terence Bowden
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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Grandad Terence Share a special message for your dadHappy Father’s Day Grandad. Second one without you. Miss you so much! Jemma, Logan, Eva and Cleo xxx
What was your dad's name?Bob Hunter
Where was your dad from?Latchford
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My darling dad Bob Share a special message for your dadDad we love and miss you so much, not just on Fathers' Day but every day. All our love always Katrina, Rob, Hayley, Shannon and Mason xxxxx
What was your dad's name?Alan Forster
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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Dad Alan Share a special message for your dadHappy Heavenly Fathers' Day Dad. Never far from my thoughts. Always in my heart xx
What was your dad's name?Alan Liptrot
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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Dad Alan Share a special message for your dadTo a caring and loving Dad, who I miss everyday and our special times together. Your loving daughter Karen xxx
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