David Smyth, 66, of Scartho in Grimsby, died from an asbestos-related industrial disease on 9 October, 2009.

His wife Jennifer said Mr Smyth grew up in a Glasgow orphanage before travelling south to look for work.

He settled in Grimsby after missing his train and getting a job in the area through a friend he met at the Yarborough Vault.

Originally an electrical contractor, Mr Smyth went on to work for Findus for 30 years, where he started out as a shop worker and eventually became a shift manager.

David met his future wife while he was staying at the YMCA and the pair later married at St Stephen's Church.

The couple began their married life together in Clee Village, before moving to Frederick Street, Grimsby, and eventually settling in Grantham Avenue.

Together they had two daughters Alison, 36, and Emma, 33 and enjoyed spending time with their grandchildren Poppy, 14, Olivia, nine, and Finlay, seven.

Mrs Smyth said: "Everything was special about David.

"He used to say you should get out and about while you could, and enjoyed socialising over a pint with friends.

"He was quite a happy person, and used to really cheer me up in the mornings.

"I miss seeing him being in his chair in the living room, doing his crossword or sudoku puzzles.

"He was a strong person and had a good sense of humour."

Another of the couple's greatest loves was to go rambling together with their friends.

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