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by Steven Cole
Mon May 06, 2019 5:20 pm
Forum: Bereavement
Topic: STANLEY BURNINGHAM (CWT - CHEVELEY)
Replies: 3
Views: 3656

STANLEY BURNINGHAM (CWT - CHEVELEY)

It is with regret to announce that Chris Clarke contacted me today to advise that Stanley Burningham, a former CWT at Cheveley Depot, passed away peacefully on Saturday 4th May aged 95. The following text is from his daughter, Hayley, who also worked at Cheveley. "Stanley Burningham better know...
by Steven Cole
Wed May 01, 2019 2:24 pm
Forum: Bereavement
Topic: NORMAN BURGE (SHAPWICK)
Replies: 0
Views: 4205

NORMAN BURGE (SHAPWICK)

It is with regret to announce that Liz Twose recently contacted me to advise that Norman Burge died the week before last aged 89. There will be a memorial service held at Ashcott Church on Friday 3rd May at 2pm for those that would like to pay their respects.
by Steven Cole
Wed May 01, 2019 2:16 pm
Forum: Bereavement
Topic: BARRY MORRIS (CWT - HEADQUARTERS)
Replies: 2
Views: 3489

Comments from John Perry

Just trawling through site and noticed the death of Barry Morris. Barry was always a joy to work with at Weyhill having not lost that working touch that so many of the employees lost when they achieved promotion. Another side of him not many knew about was that he became one of my assistants during ...
by Steven Cole
Thu Apr 18, 2019 5:02 pm
Forum: Bereavement
Topic: BILL BELLWOOD (SWT - MIDDLESBROUGH DETACHMENT)
Replies: 0
Views: 4322

BILL BELLWOOD (SWT - MIDDLESBROUGH DETACHMENT)

It is with regret to announce that Ron Suddes contacted me today to advise that Bill Bellwood, a former SWT at Middlesbrough Detachment, died on 10th April 2019 aged 82. The following is an extract from The Northern Echo: "BELLWOOD April 10 at home with his loving family at his side, Robert Wil...
by Steven Cole
Thu Mar 21, 2019 5:27 pm
Forum: Bereavement
Topic: JOHN JARVIS (CWT - CHEVELEY)
Replies: 2
Views: 3193

John Jarvis Funeral

Image

Chris Clarke, Hayley O’Neil and Mick Stimson reminiscing about our days at Cheveley Depot

Funeral Service Sheet(PDF)
by Steven Cole
Thu Mar 07, 2019 7:38 am
Forum: Bereavement
Topic: JOHN JARVIS (CWT - CHEVELEY)
Replies: 2
Views: 3193

Funeral

The funeral is to be held at the Abbey Chapel Crematorium, Bury St Edmunds, IP28 6RR on Wednesday 20th March 2019 at 13.30 hrs. The family have requested no flowers but donations to The Alzheimer’s Society would be welcomed. John's granddaughter has a webpage (Teela's Page) on www.justgiving.com whi...
by Steven Cole
Tue Mar 05, 2019 7:54 am
Forum: Bereavement
Topic: JOHN JARVIS (CWT - CHEVELEY)
Replies: 2
Views: 3193

JOHN JARVIS (CWT - CHEVELEY)

It is with regret to announce that Chris Clarke contacted me yesterday to advise that John Jarvis, a former CWT at Cheveley Depot, died on 3rd March 2019. He leaves a wife, Debbie. No other details are known at this stage.
by Steven Cole
Mon Feb 18, 2019 4:18 pm
Forum: Bereavement
Topic: VIC FLOWERS (CWT - MARLEY HILL)
Replies: 1
Views: 2620

RSGB Article

My grateful thanks go to Mike Brain for drawing attention to a tribute by Vic's daughter, Angela Taylor, published by the Radio Society of Great Britain on 19th September 2018. To view click the link below.

RSGB Website
by Steven Cole
Wed Jan 30, 2019 2:21 pm
Forum: Bereavement
Topic: GEORGE SMITH (SWT - TAVISTOCK SUB-DEPOT)
Replies: 0
Views: 4432

GEORGE SMITH (SWT - TAVISTOCK SUB-DEPOT)

It is with regret to announce that Ted Cornish recently sent me an email to advise that George Smith died at his home in Plymouth on 30th November 2018. No other details are known. It is understood that George was based at Tavistock for the duration of his service with the Directorate.
by Steven Cole
Sat Dec 01, 2018 8:30 am
Forum: Depots and Outstations
Topic: Cranbrook
Replies: 18
Views: 18943

Re: Cranbrook

Thanks for your recollection Dave it paints a good picture of depot/outstation manning and some of the duties at that period of time. You are correct there was no EO, for some reason I had thought Miss Robson who was at Romsley Depot when I started in 1970 was at that grade but am now reminded she w...
by Steven Cole
Fri Nov 30, 2018 7:20 am
Forum: Depots and Outstations
Topic: Cranbrook
Replies: 18
Views: 18943

Re: Cranbrook

Thanks for your input Dave. For Tim's information the clerical positions at Depots were usually held by females when I joined in 1970 and were Administrative Assistant (AA) or Administrative Officer (AO) plus Executive Officer (EO). It was rare to find one in a technical capacity other than at Maint...
by Steven Cole
Wed Nov 28, 2018 10:25 am
Forum: Depots and Outstations
Topic: Cranbrook
Replies: 18
Views: 18943

Does Anyone Recall Dorothy Hart ex-Cranbrook

Tim Vickers emailed me yesterday enquiring if anyone can remember his grandmother, Dorothy Hart, who apparently worked at Cranbrook circa 1960-1967. She was married to John Hart and after leaving the Directorate went on to run a hardware store in Cranbrook. Tim would like to hear from anyone who can...
by Steven Cole
Mon Jun 25, 2018 4:42 pm
Forum: Bereavement
Topic: CHARLES JOSEPH (HEADQUARTERS)
Replies: 0
Views: 4738

CHARLES JOSEPH (HEADQUARTERS)

It is with regret to announce that Mike Phillips recently sent me an email to advise that Charles Joseph died in November 2017. No other details are known. However, Mike included the following comments in his email: "I first met Charles when I joined the Directorate in late 1973 and was given t...
by Steven Cole
Wed Mar 28, 2018 4:17 pm
Forum: Bereavement
Topic: VIC FLOWERS (CWT - MARLEY HILL)
Replies: 1
Views: 2620

VIC FLOWERS (CWT - MARLEY HILL)

It is with regret to announce I was informed by Bob Witherspoon yesterday that Victor 'Vic' Flowers passed away peacefully in hospital on 15th March 2018 aged 99 Years. His obituary was published in the Newcastle Evening Chronicle and The Journal as follows: "Beloved husband of the late Dorothy...
by Steven Cole
Tue Mar 13, 2018 2:50 pm
Forum: Bereavement
Topic: JOHN GERALD TAYLOR (WT - MARLEY HILL)
Replies: 0
Views: 4649

JOHN GERALD TAYLOR (WT - MARLEY HILL)

It is with regret to announce I have been informed by Ron Suddes today that John Gerald Taylor died peacefully on Monday 22nd January 2018 and the funeral was held at Whitley Bay Crematorium on Wednesday 7th February at 09:45 hrs. It is understood John was based at Marley Hill during the 1970's befo...