In Greater Manchester, hundreds of people have tragically lost their lives to coronavirus.
And as the figures for the number of people who have died in our region are released daily, it's easy to forget that behind every one of these numbers is a person.
Every number represents a human being who was loved by someone.
They were mothers, sons, dads and daughters, who had fantastic stories to tell.
The Manchester Evening News has vowed to pay tribute to COVID-19 victims from our region in our Loved and Lost series.
Every victim of the virus has a story. We want to tell them all.
This week, more grieving families have been in touch with tributes for people whose lives were cut short after they contracted COVID-19.
Here are some of their stories.
If you have a loved one that you want to honour fill the form in here.
Alan Brown
Alan lived in Wardle in Rochdale and worked as a refuse collector. He passed away at Salford Royal Hospital aged 73.
He leaves behind his wife Ann, daughter Alison, son Terry, daughter-in-law Kellie, grandsons Daniel, Joshua and Mark, granddaughters Alicia and Ivy and great granddaughter Phoebe.
Alan was born in South Stanley in County Durham but grew up in Smallbridge in Rochdale.
He worked for Wardle Parish Council then Rochdale Council as a refuse collector.
He went on to meet his wife Ann and have two children.
Alan was known to many in the local community as 'budgie man' as he kept budgies in an aviary in his garden.
He loved to help out in the community and spent many hours as part of the committee at Wardle Conservative Club, helping out with social events and the children's Christmas party.
Alan also volunteered for the Stroke Association after his wife had a stroke.
Every week he would go to Fairfield Hospital and Rochdale Infirmary with his friend Brian to hand out leaflets and advice to people about strokes.
Paying tribute, his daughter Alison said: "We are all going to miss him so much, he has left a huge hole in our family."
Surinder Jain
Surinder was born in India in 1938.
He moved to Hyde in Tameside, then Denton, before eventually settling in Cheadle with his family.
Surinder was married to his wife for 54 years. They have two children and five granddaughters.
Until 1998, he worked on markets in Ashton and Hyde selling men's clothing.
After moving to Cheadle, he enjoyed retirement and family life.
His family described him as a 'valued and loved' member of the Indian community in Manchester.
Over the years, he travelled the world with his wife and family, including to his birthplace in India.
He passed away at Stepping Hill Hospital on May 16 aged 81.
In a tribute, his granddaughter Nikita said: "He will always be remembered for his warm smile, and his loving and gentle nature.
"He was loved by everyone who knew him and was known for being humble, honest and kind.
"We will miss him so much and cherish his memories forever."
Jimmy Rooney
Jimmy was a dad of six and had 11 grandchildren.
He was born and bred in Ancoats and later moved to Collyhurst.
The 84-year-old was a lifelong Manchester United supporter.
He worked as a driver for Pickfords moving company.
He loved his dog Rio who he would call his 'mate' and walk in the meadow everyday.
Jimmy spent his last few years in a care home as he suffered with demetia.
He passed away on May 2 at EachStep Blackley care home after contracting coronavirus
His daughter Lorraine said: "Sorry I was not there to hold your hand Dad, you are Missed everyday, Loved forever, Never forgotten.
"Your girl Lorraine x"
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Alice Comrie
Alice Comrie, nee Sheldon, lived in Blackley.
She had three children and four grandchildren.
She loved going on holiday, especially to Scarborough, and loved spending time with her friends.
Alice died aged 81 in a care home in Rochdale.
In a tribute, Michael Comrie said: "Sadly missed, so sudden no time to say goodbye.
"Very caring, always had a prayer for you."
David Drakley
David lived in Adlington in Lancashire.
He died aged 69 at Royal Preston Hospital on April 21.
David had lived in many different places across the country, including in Jersey, Lincoln, Bournemouth and Bolton.
He worked as a mechanical engineer for BAE Systems and also spent time working for St John's Ambulance as a driver.
David didn't have any children of his own but was a loving uncle.
Paying tribute to him, his friend Clive Gray said: "Despite losing his sight in his 60s and hearing loss, he had a fabulous sense of humour.
Rest in peace Mr Drakley. A great friend."
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