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‘Gentleman’ George, 64, dies ahead of Brave cancer displays

George Peck, one of the 2019 Brave models, has died at the age of 64.
George Peck, one of the 2019 Brave models, has died at the age of 64.

One of the models selected to appear at this year’s Brave shows, designed to raise funds for Friends of Anchor and support cancer care, has died aged 64.

George Peck, from Pitmedden, was among the 24 men chosen to participate in the annual event at the Beach Ballroom next month.

But, despite putting his heart and soul into rehearsals for the popular event, Mr Peck succumbed to cancer last weekend.

He was twice diagnosed with the illness, of the throat and then the mouth, and was eventually forced to give up his job as a taxi driver in the region.

Ian Shearer, of ComCab Aberdeen, told the Press and Journal yesterday that the drivers have raised a donation of £2,000 for the Anchor Unit.

Mr Shearer said: “Drivers and staff have all been saddened by George’s passing.

“He has been a well-known and respected member of the ComCab Taxi fleet for many years.

“He was a seasoned driver who loved his job and always had a funny story to tell.

“He will be sadly missed by both his fellow drivers, office staff and customers alike and our thoughts and condolences are with his family.”

Other friends testified to how he maintained his zest for life, which explained his decision to enter the Brave ranks.

One of the models said: “George was part of our band of brothers, so there is a sombre mood among the rest of the lads just now.

“But we could all see he wanted to do his best to take part in Brave and his determination shone through.

“He enjoyed being part of the rehearsals in the last few weeks.”

Sarah-Jane Hogg, fundraising and development director at Friends of Anchor, paid warm tribute to him yesterday.

She said: “George was a true gentleman, who was admired and loved by many, with a wickedly funny sense of humour.

“It is hard to think of our Brave line-up being one less.

“George and his family are an integral part of the event and we know they would like our Brave boys to go out there and give it their all on May 10.

“If anything, George’s passing reaffirms the need for our commitment to the cause, to ensure that all those who are, or will, face a cancer diagnosis in the north-east, receive the highest possible level of support and care.”

Mr Peck is survived by his wife Fiona, his daughter Nicola Robertson and son-in-law Doug Robertson, and their children, Isla, 11, and Edie, nine.

His sister Charlotte and brother-in-law, Bob, were a source of support while Nicola and her family lived in Canada.

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One of the models selected to appear at this year’s Brave shows, designed to raise funds for Friends of Anchor and support cancer care, has died aged 64.

George Peck, from Pitmedden, was among the 24 men chosen to participate in the annual event at the Beach Ballroom next month.

But, despite putting his heart and soul into rehearsals for the popular event, Mr Peck succumbed to cancer last weekend.

He was twice diagnosed with the illness, of the throat and then the mouth, and was eventually forced to give up his job as a taxi driver in the region.

Ian Shearer, of ComCab Aberdeen, told the Press and Journal yesterday that the drivers have raised a donation of £2,000 for the Anchor Unit.

Mr Shearer said: “Drivers and staff have all been saddened by George’s passing.

“He has been a well-known and respected member of the ComCab Taxi fleet for many years. He was a seasoned driver who loved his job and always had a funny story to tell.

“He will be sadly missed by both his fellow drivers, office staff and customers alike and our thoughts and condolences are with his family.”

Other friends testified to how he maintained his zest for life, which explained his decision to enter the Brave ranks.

One of the models said: “George was part of our band of brothers, so there is a sombre mood among the rest of the lads just now.

“But we could all see he wanted to do his best to take part in Brave and his determination shone through. He enjoyed being part of the rehearsals in the last few weeks.”

Sarah-Jane Hogg, fundraising and development director at Friends of Anchor, paid warm tribute to him yesterday.

She said: “George was a true gentleman, who was admired and loved by many, with a wickedly funny sense of humour.

“It is hard to think of our Brave line-up being one less. George and his family are an integral part of the event and we know they would like our Brave boys to go out there and give it their all on May 10.

“If anything, George’s passing reaffirms the need for our commitment to the cause, to ensure that all those who are, or will, face a cancer diagnosis in the north-east, receive the highest possible level of support and care.”

Mr Peck is survived by his wife Fiona, his daughter Nicola Robertson and son-in-law Doug Robertson, and their children, Isla, 11, and Edie, nine.

His sister Charlotte and brother-in-law, Bob, were a source of support while Nicola and her family lived in Canada.