Nick was a giant of a man, wrapped up in a smaller, lovely, huggable package. I loved him to bits, he was such a lovely caring person, so unassuming, but you just knew, he would always be there for his family and anyone that needed a kindly ear. He had cheeky sparkling eyes, a mischievous chuckle & was a genuine true gent. After 25 years of having the honour to know him, I'll never forget him & will always think of him fondly. He'll be the most perfect angel, watching over you all, I'm sure he won't ever be far away, he'll just drop feathers in your path, so you know he's still close 🥰❤️ xxxx

I encountered Nick and the gift that was his unique 'way of being' when I was a student at the then St Martins College in Lancaster. This gift not only contributed to my personal growth and development at that time but to this day it is truly the gift that keeps on giving. Thank you so much Nick for all the blessings you have bestowed on so many students over the years. xx

I am so glad we were able to meet up again and be reminded of the wonderful years we all spent together at Uni and in the years thereafter. So sad that it was so cruelly cut short. I'll never forget your wit and wisdom and always remember you with a smile. Bert

A lovely man, a great teacher, gone far too soon, he not only showed us how to live well, he also showed us how to die well too, living every second fully, to the very end, sleep well Nick ❤

Dear Nick, what fun we had as children even though we knew there were times when Grace, our mother, was very sad, but we were endowed with the Baker love of words and shared the family sense of humour which was exercised to great effect on all our childhood holidays to the Isle of Man with our cousins. I knew I had to look after you as your big sister when we were both at primary school and I had to leave you there when I went to grammar school but you coped perfectly well without me and followed two years later. I shall always be grateful for your introducing me to the likes of Lightnin’ Hopkins, Robert Johnson, BB King et al and for the many all-nighters at the Twisted Wheel with like-minded friends. I missed you when you went to Leeds University but we remained close and I clearly remember visiting you at Mrs. Andrews’ in Chapeltown. We grew up, you married first, gave me away at my wedding and then we both became proud parents, but we always knew what was happening in each other’s lives. I shall miss our serious political conversations, Nick, but I shall miss our hilarious ones even more. All my love, Anna

My dear Nick Thank you for all the fun and laughter we shared together. You were a wonderful person who brought me so much happiness in the short time we had together. Your warmth and humour touched many people including all my family. I'm proud to have known you and been part of your life. I'll miss your smiles, our chats and everything about you. All my love Carole Ann xx

Nick, as I a man I looked up to you, you were like no other that I have met before. The best listener I ever knew, you took everything in and always took time to show interest in others. I look back and think what were my fondest memories of you - simple things such as staying at Pilling Lane and coming downstairs to find you reading your morning papers, spitting feathers when Piers Morgan came on the telly or being in your element when you had a house full. Your love for Max and Ollie from the first time you met was clear to see and I have taken on board so much from you as a Father (Popstar) and Grandad. I already miss Amys phone ringing three times a day with her telling you about the daily exploits of Max and Ollie. I'm sure you will continue to look over us all and I for one will make sure you continue to live in all our thoughts and hearts forever Nick, we love you xxx

Thank you Nick for the fun times we shared, beginning with our time as students at Leeds in the 1960s. Rightly or wrongly, we enjoyed the debates and politicking which went on in the students’ union, and I remember the helpless laughter you could bring to debates with your wit and humour as well as the appreciation when you spoke with serious purpose about injustice wherever you saw it. Thank you again for your stellar performance as my best man at our wedding back in 1973. Lesley and I remember too the holidays we enjoyed together. It was a shame that we lost touch with each other in the intervening years and it was a real pleasure to catch up with you again in more recent times. It’s inspiring to have known your constant enthusiasm in all the great things that you have done throughout a long, but too short, a time.

Nick, I knew you for just a short time and I am so glad that I did. If ever I spoke about you I had nothing but nice words to say. It was a pleasure working for you and you know I would have happily done anything for you, nothing was ever a chore, and I often wished I could do more for you. You were such a gentleman, a sweet man, even at the worst time in your life - I wish I had known you for longer. I am so saddened to know your life came to an end but I hope your last three months (aside your pain and discomfort) was full of laughter and your heart was full. Sleep well Nick Remembering you. Katrina X

Nick you were a true gentleman. You were funny, sharp, super intelligent and one of the most caring and patient people I have ever met. There were a lot of diva’s around you (In the nicest possible way) so I guess you had to be the calming influence. They definitely broke the mould with you. You will be so sadly missed, but I for sure have only happy memories. I will miss you dearly. Like Max & Ollie said, you are now the brightest start in the sky, back beside Jay. Keep shining. Alex x x x

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I am I and you are you, whatever we were to each other that we still are. Speak to me in the easy way which you always used. Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight? Life means all that it ever meant, it is the same as it ever was.