Steven Brian Gell

Peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family on the 25th October 2024, Steven aged 45 years of Brockhall Village and formerly of The Wirral. The devoted and much loved partner and soul-mate of Lisa (babes), ‘daddy’ to Hugo 🐾, adored son of Keith and Barbara, loving brother of Ruth and her husband Steve, loved son-in-law of Carole and Dave, dear brother-in-law of Jamie and Kris, dear nephew of Robert and the best uncle to Mitchell, Darcie, ‘little’ Darcie and Lily and also a loyal and respected fried to many.

Born and raised on in Clatterbridge, Bebbington, Steven made the move to Lancashire following meeting the love of his life Lisa ‘babes’ whilst enjoying holiday with his mates in Tenerife. Together they formed an unbreakable bond that soon blossomed in to true love, they shared the same vision and interest and both had the most amazing zest for life, living by their mantra ‘work hard and play hard’, they embarked on a life full of fun, laughter and travel and Steven always ensured they made the most of every day, there was never a dull moment with Steven, they travelled the globe enjoying many amazing holidays enjoying the local culture and relaxing in the warm sunshine. He loved theatre and music and he had the most eclectic taste from the great classical orchestral pieces to modern day pop music and he could often be found entertaining with one of his great renditions on the karaoke. Steven adored the world, nature and all the many people he got to share his life with, outgoing and charismatic, Steven was a true people magnet and once you had made friends with him, you had a friend for life and he never had a bad word to say about anyone. He adored all of his family and loved nothing more than getting together for a celebration and he would always be the life and soul of the party and he became to most loving ‘daddy’ to his beloved Hugo 🐾. He was well respected in his working life and made many good friends over the years , working at Focus before he made the move to Co-op HQ in Manchester working in format and design before securing his current position in Sales and Proposition working at Nabco.

Steven was loved and respected by all who had the pleasure of knowing him, he will be greatly missed but fondly remebered.

Steven had the most beautiful piercing blue eyes and to reflect this you are asked to wear something blue for his celebration of life service.

Family flowers only please, donations are being gratefully received in his Steven’s memory on behalf of Cancer Research UK. To make a donation please click the ‘Make A Donation’ button at the bottom of this page.

Please feel free to leave a message for Steven’s online memorial book by completing the form below.

 

kenzie

amazing man 🤍 my thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends, may he rest in peace 🕊️

 

Ste & Laura Ball

What an amazing loving and caring person Steve really was. Absolutely devastated for Lisa and all his family and friends. May he rest in peace. Sleep well Steve was an absolute pleasure to have known you. All our love Ste, Laura, Soph, Josh & Kenzie xxxxx

 

Heather, frank and family

RIP sadly missed thoughts with all Steven’s family and friends.

 

Angela

Such an amazing, wonderful fun loving guy, forever in our hearts, thanks for all the family gatherings you always made them fun, it is an honour to have known you, RIP Steven xx

 

Lisa, Des, Jane and Mick.

we loved steven (River dancer) he was beautiful  inside and out  and will never be forgotten.

 

David Brighouse

My heartfelt condolences on the loss of Steven. He was one in a million. Pure of heart, kind, funny and caring. Family was everything to him, over our early morning cuppas in the office he was always talking about his next holiday or trip. I will miss him unimaginably. Rest easy pal x

 

Ben Belkacem

Loved working with Steve, his capacity to be silly was equal to mine, we used to love making up fake technical names for things and confusing other people, some of the names even stuck, but all that never stopped him being a dedicated colleague and being loyal and caring.

 

Jay Brereton

Such a genuine and caring friend and colleague. So sorry for your loss. Steve will be missed and always remembered by all that knew him and had the pleasure of working alongside him.

 

Langers

A true gentleman, always there to help, nothing was ever to much and such an infectious laugh. Will be well missed by everyone.

 

Peter Fabiny

We are very sorry about loosing the great man and friend we feel deeply sad he was loving partner and will be missed very much. Deepest condolences and will come to say good bye.

 

Ian McCutcheon

Steve had such an amazing passion and dedication to anything he did. He was always helping others, going over and above to get things done. We will miss the energy, passion and fun that he brought every day to work and life. RIP friend, we will miss you and you will always be part of our team.

 

Laura McQuaid

Amazing man, will never forget his sparkly jackets on team quiz calls through covid. He could brighten up your day with one sentence. Rest in peace Steve! Thoughts and prayers to his babes, family and friends xx

 

Paul & Lesley

Steve was an amazing person with whom there was never a dull moment, always had such a good laugh whenever we saw him and had a great sense of humour. My heartfelt condolences to Lisa and his family at this sad time, he will be sorely missed. Rest in peace my friend and until we meet again. Xx

 

Arthur green coop retired

Steve was one of the best  and a true friend.

 

Fabien

You were always a bright light mate, hope your shining still in a better place x

 

Gary

I am feeling extremely saddened by the loss of Steven. He was an amazing, genuine person who always had a smile and a sense of fun about him. I will cherish the time spent with him including meals out, the fabulous barbeque’s he and Lisa had at their house and the great fun holidays abroad. It has been a pleasure to have called him a friend, he will be sadly missed.

 

James Sutton

Steve was my manager who I worked with for the vast majority of my career – such a fantastic guy both in & out of work. So many funny memories from car karaoke together, to his fellow love of travel, Back To The Future, Peter Kay & award shows! thoughts are with his family/other friends & I’m so grateful I got to know you so well as a person and you made a job not feel like a job for so many years.

 

Iona

Oh how we laughed… will miss our little “in” jokes and catch ups. Every conversation work or personal always ended up with us having an absolute meltdown with laughter. Great guy and great knowing him. Thoughts are with Lisa and Family at this devastating time x

 

Paul C

I worked with Steve at the coop. He was amazing in so many regards. Dedicated, hard working, technical, prepared to try new things, challenging, capable of delivering and rallying others to deliver.. all of which makes him sound like a work machine.. but he wasn’t. he was fun, passionate, enjoyed life and was more than a colleague. A friend. My condolences to family. Rip.

 

Dave and Carole Goodwin

In life we loved you dearly. In death we’ll love you still, you hold a place no one could ever fill.RIP my love xxx

 

Jai Ball

I was lucky enough to get to call Steven my brother in law. He’s going to be missed so much our family will forever be broken till we meet again. RIP Steven x

 

Stephen Mcvey

I worked with Steven at Do it All Bromborough circa 1992- 96 Steven was a fantastic retailer and super talented at all aspects of Retailing and an amazing talent for creating customer centric culture, and colleague team building, and generally a fantastic pillar of society, I have kept in touch with Steven since I left Do it All to join Makro cash and carry, Steven and I kept in touch  29 years.

 

Agnieszka Szlachcic

I had privilege to work with Steve and get to know this truly wonderful person. He would brighten up your day with his sense of humour, positivity and zest for life. Such a beautiful person who left us way too early. Steve will always be in our hearts and we’ll miss him dearly. Rest peacefully until we meet again 🕊️

 

Laura Hulmes

I worked with Steven at the Co-op on and off over many years.  I was truly shocked to hear the very sad news of his passing.  I would like to pass on my condolences to all his family and friends at this very sad time x

 

Darcie Ball

I was so lucky to get to call Steven my uncle. Steven was someone I looked up to everyday, he was such a positive, funny, supportive man and he would light up any room he walked into. I’m so grateful for all the laughs and memories we got to share together, and I will miss my biggest supporter cheering me on. Steven all I can say is I will miss you and I will never stop loving you. RIP steven xx

 

John Barn

I worked on a number of projects with Steve over the years at the Co-op. No matter what challenges we gave him he remained so positive throughout, always with a smile. Despite his challenging role I never saw him display any signs of stress. I was deeply saddened to hear of his passing and wish to pass on my sincerest and heartfelt condolences to his family.

 

Mark Wilkinson

I have known Steve since he was 17 and worked with him in many roles until 2007 at Focus. He was one of the most unrelenting positive and hard working people I have ever met. He gave of himself to everyone else and genuinely cared about all those around him. He will be missed greatly by everyone whose life he touched. We will all miss you Gelly.

 

Duncan capehorn

Steve you were a true gentleman, and became a good friend and we have all lost a  legend . Im sure your where ever you are now your making them laugh and smile. All my love to his close family and friends until we meet again one day… xxx

 

Lee Broadbent

How many times did we have good times. I laugh about me you n Iona in your Tesla best of times haha.

 

Lukas nabco

…he didn’t go away … He just start new journey…Im sure he be ok….

 

Christine Clarke

I worked with Steven at Focus in Bromborough when he was a teenager. He always had a cheeky smile and a happy nature. He was Gelly to one and all and loved by everyone. Another star in the sky twinkling brightly. My thoughts are with his loved ones XOXO

 

Kris

I probably don’t have enough room to put everything into words. One of the nicest, caring, loving, helpful, thoughtful person I am grateful to have met and been able to call a friend and brother from another mother. You will always be sadly missed by myself and all the family. In time all the millions of laughs, wind ups and happy memories will help heal the void and the sadness. RIP Laa xx

 

Jonathan Perry

Steve was simply a great, great guy, kind, thoughtful and very funny. I’m so pleased he joined us at Co-op and I had the opportunity to work with him for many years. Desperately sad that he’s no longer with us … but I smile every time I think of him, he’s certainly left a mark on so many people. Thoughts are with his family and friends. RIP Steve x

 

Craig, Jo, Billy and Tommy

Steve was someone who saw the good in everything and brought light into every room. It was an absolute honour to be able to call him a friend. Condolences to Lisa and all the family, sleep tight mate, the sky has gained the brightest star in the sky xx

 

Karen and John Glynn

You will be sadly missed Steven a great neighbour and always so kind and friendly. Our thoughts are with Lisa and your family.

 

Taran Bains

Steve was always so much fun to work with in and out of work, he was always positive no matter what. This is something I really admired about Steve. I will really miss randomly messaging you about tv shows and I will always remember our weekly Love Island catch ups. I am deeply sorry for your loss he will be missed by all. Sending my love to you all Taran.

 

Paul Mustoe

Steven was a massive part of my childhood and a lot of my memories of Brookhurst primary school and south wirral are of Steven and I, great times and a great man such an infectious personality. RIP my friend you’ll never be forgotten.

 

Emma Allcock

Stevie G you were one of lifes finest, funny, the best sense of humour, caring, always around for a good chat and catch up.   I will never forget out COT meetings you, me, Evie and Paul sat in Nando’s chewing the fat, the crazy night outs we had back in the day.  Today is all about you my amazing friend. Sleep tight Steve you will be forever in my thoughts xxxxx

 

Wayne Charlesworth

My thoughts are with your family and friends….. sending love to all 💙

 

Stephen (Charlie)

Steve – you were a big part of my late teens and early twenties. I want to thank you for those important memories and experiences we shared.

 

Steve

It was an absolute privilege to be Steve’s friend for almost 30 years, we had so many laughs and fantastic times. Miss you mate.

 

Sunil and Fran

You were such a lovely and funny guy. We’ll share laughs and memories that will last a lifetime.