Gordon Sharkey
I was saddened today to learn that after fighting a long illness former Unsworth Councillor, Gordon Sharkey passed away at the weekend.
Gordon was one of those councillors that has seemed to have been on the Council forever. He was there when I was first elected in 1991 and although politics and other differences made it difficult to become friends I nevertheless had the greatest respect for Gordon as a dedicated committed local politician with strong beliefs.
I know that when age and infirmity caught up with Gordon he was heartbroken to have to finally accept that he was unable to continue in his role as a councillor.
Many things are written about politics and politicians national and local and standards in politics. On that score Gordon Sharkey was top draw material and gave everything to his community, his council and his party. I am sure his family and friends are proud of his achievements and will mourn long and hard his passing.
My condolences to all his family and friends.
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I was saddened to hear from a former Council employee this morning that Gordon Sharkey had passed away. I’ve just done a Google search and your site is the only one with any information. Your words are perfect. The Bury MBC official site sadly has nothing. I’ve emailed Leonard Molyneux for funeral arrangements.
I still miss the daily buzz of Council life but meet up with Dave Hanson and former colleagues fairly regularly.
Best wishes and Kind regards
Bob Hargreaves