"Although he wasn't very big, he had a big heart"

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5 days ago

Tributes have been paid to a 'well liked' councillor who suddenly died. George Davies sadly passed away in his sleep on Thursday morning (July 31).Davies, who had decades of experience was the ward councillor for Wigan Central. His first stint in the Wigan Council was when he was elected as a Liberal Democrat in 1987.In 1995 he lost his seat in Aspull-Standish, where he lives, before making a return the following election as a Labour representative.In 2009, he was appointed Honorary Alderman, before returning to serve as a councillor for Wigan Central ward since 2010.An avid historian and great fan of the NHS, Davies worked as porter at the Royal Albert Wigan Infirmary.Speaking to the M.E.N, fellow councillor, Lawrence Hunt, who had known George for 15 years, said: "He was well known in the community, a jolly chap, although he wasn't very big, he had a big heart."George was very much a man of the community, he engrossed himself with projects. He was a local historian so he did a number of pamphlets focused on the history and old maps of Wigan."We called him Mr Likeable and Gorgeous George because he had his photos taken that many times. He was looking to stand in the local election, he had every intention to stand."In a tribute to Paul, Wigan's labour division said: "It is with deep regret and shock that we are informing you of the sudden death of Councillor George Davies, who passed away earlier today."Councillor George Davies was first elected to Wigan Council in 1987."He was appointed Honorary Alderman in 2009, before returning to serve as a councillor for Wigan Central Ward since 2010. We send our love and prayers to his wife Tina & son Paul, and all family and friends at this sad time."The flags across the borough have been lowered as a mark of respect in his honour."Local charity, Armed Forces Community, whose headquarters George was known to hold surgeries at, wrote: "At this difficult time, our hearts go out to his beloved wife, son, family, and friends."The loss of such a devoted individual leaves a significant void not just in their lives, but also in the fabric of our community.
"As a gesture of respect and remembrance, the flag at the Armed Forces Community HQ has been lowered in his honour - a fitting acknowledgment of his support for AFCHQ."He actively held workshops there and championed various events that aimed to enhance our borough.
"Let us come together to celebrate George's legacy and support one another as we navigate through this sorrowful moment. Our deepest condolences to all who were touched by his kindness and leadership."
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