Last Saturday 50 people took part in the Yorkshire Challenge Bike Ride in memory of Paul Bleasby from South Leeds who sadly died suddenly in March 2023. His sister Carolyne Hays takes up the story:
My brother Paul Bleasby grew up in Hunslet and Belle Isle. He attended Low Road Primary School, Clapgate Middle School and Parkside High School. He attended West Grange Church for many years and it was here that he met and married his wife Deb.
He was a very kind and thoughtful man often helping and giving to others without wanting anything in return. Him and Deb went on to have two children James and Abigail. He was very family oriented and was a very loving father and husband. He loved cycling and did many rides including Lands End to John O’Groats. Unfortunately Paul passed away suddenly on 3 March 2023 leaving his family and friends devasted. Nearly 300 people attended his funeral.
On Saturday 20 July 2024 50 people took part in the Yorkshire Challenge bike ride of either 30 miles or 60 miles across the very hilly Yorkshire Dales, starting and finishing in Otley, in memory of Paul. People from all over the country took part including members of Paul’s family who were not originally cyclists but trained for months beforehand.
A great but tiring day was had by everyone. Everyone spoke highly of Paul and memories were shared of his generosity. Thousands of pounds were raised for charity. Paul was a local lad who was quite unassuming. He is gone but not forgotten.
This post was written by Carolyne Hays
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Paul is so sadly missed by all
Loved husband dad gan gan uncle
Never be forgotten
His family and friends did the ride n I’m so proud of all of them
Love to all
Paul you were a true gent kind caring and forever missed