TODAY is Father’s 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 the link at the bottom of the page to post your message.
Here are some of your heartfelt messages to the dads you have loved and lost.
It's not too late to send a message and share a photo - use the link at the bottom of the page.
Community answers
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We asked for your responses - this is what you sent.
What was your dad's name?William Scott
Where was your dad from?Howley
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Julie and dad William Share a special message about your dadI miss you too much, not just today but every day. I wish you could come back and hug me. Bless me from your place in heaven, bless me so I can learn to deal with your absence, and bless me so I can find joy and peace in your memories - thank you for being you and I’ll cherish the last two years I had with you! Love always your daughter Julie xx
What was your dad's name?Danny Mckay
Where was your dad from?Latchford
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Danny Mckay Share a special message about your dadGone but never forgotten. Happy heavenly Father's Day to our dad. Love always, Danny Jay Rick and Ashley xx
What was your dad's name?Tony Edwards
Where was your dad from?Padgate
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Tony Edwards Share a special message about your dadMiss you loads dad. Every day I think of you. Love you to the moon, stars and back, until we meet again. Happy Father's Day in heaven xxxx 💙💖
What was your dad's name?Brian Humphries
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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Brian Humphries Share a special message about your dadHe was a very gentle loving man and was best freind as well as my dad
What was your dad's name?Vinnie Barton
Where was your dad from?Longford
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Vinnie Barton Share a special message about your dad17 years without you on Father's Day. We will all miss you forever ❤️❤️❤️ one of a kind legend you were, dad 💙💙💙💙
What was your dad's name?James Millar
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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James Millar with a winning cheque from the football pools! Share a special message about your dadI moved away and when my dad took early retirement we talked of him visiting and us going to watch England play Australia in the cricket. Sadly it didn’t happen. Passed away suddenly.
What was your dad's name?Gary Barton
Where was your dad from?Orford
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Our Precious Dad ? Share a special message about your dadHappy Father's Day to our precious dad 💕. Nearly five long years without you. Never gets any easier but with the guidance and strength from you and mum, we keep being strong. Love you so much dad. Never ever forgotten. Love Jodie, Giz, Billy, Ian, Amy and your wonderful grandchildren Josh, Bran, Harley, Berrie, Kirk and Frank ❤️
What was your dad's name?Ron Hibbert
Where was your dad from?Latchford
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Ron Hibbert Share a special message about your dadA wonderful husband, dad and grandad. Missing you so much, especially this first Father’s Day without you. You were a shining light in our lives. Forever in our hearts.
What was your dad's name?Eddie Griffiths
Where was your dad from?Latchford
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Eddie Griffiths Share a special message about your dadDad was such a colourful and comical character who loved life. He loved music, football and socialising. His family was everything to him and he was everything to us all. Dad was so incredibly brave over the years suffering with his health. We are so very proud of him and we will all love him forever. Miss you dad. Happy Father’s Day. All our love now and forever xxx
What was your dad's name?Peter Craddock
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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Peter Craddock Share a special message about your dadMy Dad was such a wonderful person. He loved being with his family and he also loved the quiet life too - reading and doing a quiz in the paper. He loved the air craft community and knew everything about planes. He very sadly gained his angel wings last May at St Rocco's hospice with us by his side. Thank you for being the best dad / husband/ grandad / brother and friend to many. We miss you so much. Taken too early. Till we meet again. My dad, forever my hero Xxx
What was your dad's name?Gordon Wilford
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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Gordon Wilford and daughter Tracey Share a special message about your dadLove and miss you dad. Life just isn’t the same without you xx
What was your dad's name?William Banks
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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Amanda and dad William Share a special message about your dadMy dad, my hero ❤️ 12 years without you 😢 You walked me down the aisle and gave me away knowing you were truly giving me away so I would be taken care of and I am be taken care of so don’t worry 😉 You were an amazing dad and I will never forget you ❤️ I love you dad xxxx
What was your dad's name?William Scott
Where was your dad from?Howley
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William Scott 
William and his family Share a special message about your dadMy dad my hero. I miss you more every day. I wish my dad was here so I could give him a big hug this Father's Day.
What was your dad's name?Leilani Woods
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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Leilani Woods Share a special message about your dadSuperhuman who raised us single handed! She was our only parent and one we was blessed to have. She recently passed on April 9 and this year we won’t be able to get her a Father’s Day card as we usually did. She was amazing and took on the role of both mother and father to us and our children (9 grandkids). We miss her so much and would like to show everyone just how amazing and special she was.
What was your dad's name?Paul Roland
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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Ellie Roland and dad Paul Share a special message about your dad31/05/1956 - 09/03/2024 I was the luckiest person ever to call him my dad. He was the kindest man you would ever meet. He had the best sense of humour and would have everybody laughing. He taught me everything I needed to know in live. He truly was the best and I miss him more and more every day💔
What was your dad's name?Don Bradfield
Where was your dad from?Born in Wallasey, lived in Warrington for 62 years
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Don Bradfield Share a special message about your dadThe best dad and grandad ever. Kind, funny and thoughtful. The backbone of the family who will be missed by all of us forever. Love always Jules, Don, Mike and partners, grandchildren and great-grandchildren xx
What was your dad's name?Stanley Johnson
Where was your dad from?Burtonwood
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Stanley Johnson Share a special message about your dadDad was one in a million. Small in stature but a giant of a man. He was kind and caring and left a legacy of love when he passed away in December. He was loved beyond measure and missed so very much. Happy heavenly Father’s Day.
What was your dad's name?Jimmy Black
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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Jimmy Black Share a special message about your dadHappy heavenly Father's Day to the best grandad I could ever have wished for. Forever loved and missed, from Leona and Jayda xxx
What was your dad's name?Mike Leavesley
Where was your dad from?Liverpool
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Mike Leavesley Share a special message about your dadLife is duller without you dad,. You truly were one in a million xxxx
What was your dad's name?Mike Kilsby
Where was your dad from?Bolton
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Mike Kilsby Share a special message about your dadI sadly lost my dad a year ago. He was one of the kindest, funniest loudest people you could ever meet. He was my hero and I miss him every day.
What was your dad's name?John Lawrence
Where was your dad from?Liverpool
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John Lawrence Share a special message about your dadThe most amazing dad, grandad and now great grandad. We were so lucky to have you. We miss you more with every year that passes. Love Andrew, Heather and family xx
What was your dad's name?Ste Branwood
Where was your dad from?Orford
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Ste Branwood Share a special message about your dadDad was one in a million and he left a massive hole in everyone’s hearts. Five years on and it’s just not any easier. Ste leaves behind his daughters Laura and Tonii and his grandchildren Charlotte who he adored with his all, Archie, Ionie and Brody who he sadly never got to meet but we know he's with them. Love and miss you so much dad. Lots of love Laura xxx
What was your dad's name?Tom
Where was your dad from?Thelwall
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Tom at a family meal Share a special message about your dadNot only would we be celebrating Father’s Day with you but it would have also been your 94th birthday. Nearly two years gone, we miss you so much and think of you every day. You would be so proud of how Natasha is doing. Love always.
What was your dad's name?Stan Smith
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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This picture was taken in Cornwall in 2016 my dad cooking on the BBQ. Share a special message about your dadMy dad was a kind lovely man with a great sense of humour.
What was your dad's name?Phil Brooks (Rocky)
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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Phil and Laura Share a special message about your dadHappy Father's Day to my Rock! Thank you for being the most amazing dad. Miss you every single day and love you more than anything x
What was your dad's name?Joe Turner
Where was your dad from?Bewsey
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Joe Turner Share a special message about your dadOur lovely dad. We all love and miss him so much. He was a wonderful dad.
What was your dad's name?Brian Green
Where was your dad from?Stockton Heath
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Brian Green Share a special message about your dadLoved and missed so very much. Forever in our hearts xxx
What was your dad's name?Ron Potter
Where was your dad from?Sankey Bridges
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Ron Potter Share a special message about your dadHappy heavenly Father’s Day love and miss you so much xx
What was your dad's name?Billy Hobson
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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Billy Hobson Share a special message about your dadHappy Father's Day to the best dad in the world. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you. I miss you each and every day. Love you so much dad. I wish you were here so much.
What was your dad's name?John Mather
Where was your dad from?Latchford
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John Mather Share a special message about your dadForever missed and always loved. Love you always dad.
What was your dad's name?Stephen Freeman
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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Stephen Freeman Share a special message about your dadMy dad was loved by many and is missed forever!!! We all miss hearing you play the guitar and never failing to make us laugh💗 We love you dad Xx
What was your dad's name?N Archer
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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N Archer Share a special message about your dadDad, It doesn't take a special day to remember you. I think of you always and wish I could hold you and give you a big hug. I miss you so much. Your loving daughter Sheila XX ❤️
What was your dad's name?John Sunderland
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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John Sunderland Share a special message about your dadHappy heavenly Father's Day to my amazing dad. You are missed every second of the day. I love you so so much xxxx
What was your dad's name?Edward Thomas Griffiths
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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Jenny and dad Edward Share a special message about your dadOur first Father’s Day without you dad. We all miss you so much. You were so incredibly brave and we are so proud of you.
What was your dad's name?Jeff Willcock
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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Jeff Willcock Share a special message about your dadMost kindest, lovable dad in the world. Happy Father’s Day dad. It has been nearly 15 years since you passed. I love and miss you every day xxxxx
What was your dad's name?Chris Bean
Where was your dad from?Rainhill
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Sarah and dad Chris Share a special message about your dadWe lost my beloved dad after a short illness back in April. He was the most wonderful dad - so kind, funny and loving to everyone he knew. He became a grandad for the first time last June and was absolutely besotted with his little granddaughter, Bella. I miss him deeply. He was simply the most wonderful dad there ever was. I was so blessed to be his daughter. Happy Father's Day dad. Love you always.
What was your dad's name?Mike Hindley
Where was your dad from?Newton-le-willows
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Kasha with dad Mike Share a special message about your dadMy dad Mike, An amazing dad, loving partner and a great friend to many. Whenever I needed him he was there. He always gave the best advice. His friends and family called him a walking encyclopaedia as everyone turned to him if they had a problem or needed anything. He would be able to solve it. My dad's biggest passion was Leigh Rugby League. He loved holidays in Tenerife and often went to watch the Flying Scotsman at Newton train station. Dad is missed more than anything in this world and although he is not here in person I feel him with me every day. I know I will see him again and that's what keeps me going. Enjoy a pint today dad. Love you so much Kasha xxxx
What was your dad's name?Daniel Gemmell
Where was your dad from?Salford
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My perfect Dad Share a special message about your dadHappy Father’s Day to the best dad I could have asked for! Not a day goes by that you are not in my thoughts or my heart ❤️ love you dad now and always x
What was your dad's name?Keith Bramham
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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Wendy and dad Keith Share a special message about your dadI love and miss my dad. You were my hero gone but never forgotten 💔 always in my heart ❤️
What was your dad's name?Graham Collins
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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Lian and dad Graham Share a special message about your dadHappy Father’s Day to my amazing dad. My mum and all five children miss you so much xx
What was your dad's name?Colin Quayle
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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Trish and Wendy with Colin Share a special message about your dadOur hero dad. We lost him two years ago and still miss him dearly. We loved him very much.
What was your dad's name?Gary Cassell
Where was your dad from?Chapelford
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Denise and dad Gary Share a special message about your dadFour years since you left. I miss you every day. Send me aĺl the strength needed to tackle this next challenge our family is having to go through. Sending love and hugs forever. Till we laugh together again xx
What was your dad's name?Denis Jay
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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Denis Jay, Nathan Collins, Angela Jay and Sharon Jay Share a special message about your dadNot a day goes by where we wish you were still with us. We miss you so much dad / grandad.
What was your dad's name?James Cox
Where was your dad from?Latchford
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Happy times and wonderful memories of my Dad Michelle Gilbody and James Cox Share a special message about your dadOur first Father's Day apart. To the world you were just a dad to me you were my world. I think about you a million times a day and miss you so much.
What was your dad's name?Michael Mullen
Where was your dad from?Orford
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Michael Mullen Share a special message about your dadWell my dad was true gentleman. I wish he was here today to see his great grandchildren. He would be over the moon with special grandkids. Missed dad every day dad. Loved watching mighty Wires and going to the games.
What was your dad's name?Karl Antony Duckers
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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Karl Antony Duckers Share a special message about your dadPassed away tragically three years ago x GBNF. R.I.P
What was your dad's name?Anthony Barrie Duckers (Bazza)
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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Anthony Barrie Duckers (Bazza,) Share a special message about your dadCharacter and a half. First Father's Day without you 💕 GBNF R.I.P dad xx
What was your dad's name?John Mercer
Where was your dad from?Appleton
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You couldn't be at my wedding in person so I had you beside me on my flowers. Share a special message about your dad16 years have passed. Still loved and missed. We always talk about you ❤️ soon to be a great grandad ❤️
What was your dad's name?Frank
Where was your dad from?Latchford
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Frank Prikasky Share a special message about your dadLife is simply not the same without you here dad! Happy heavenly Father's Day. Wish you were here with us. Think of you every day. Love you and miss you always
What was your dad's name?John Ellis
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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John Ellis Share a special message about your dadI was so lucky to have this wonderful man as my dad for 29 years. I just wish I got to have him for many more. My dad was amazing purely due to the fact that he stuck around and supported my mum through her mental struggles and still managed to bring my brother, sister and I up. He continued to show us just how amazing he was right up until his last days of life where he wanted his children and grandchildren to know just how much he loved us. He was a kind man, a gentle soul and genuine right to the core. Happy Father's Day my wonderful Dad. X x
What was your dad's name?Mike Peers
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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Mike Peers Michelle Peers Share a special message about your dadHappy Father's Day to the best dad I could have ever wished for. Always had my back and still has. Miss you every day. My king, my hero xxx
What was your dad's name?Tommy
Where was your dad from?Warrington
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Tommy and daughter Zoe Share a special message about your dadFarther's day is hard as it's meant to be a special day but sadly I lost my dad on Father's Day two years ago this year. Never a day goes by where I don't think of him 💔
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