PRAISE the LORD! Happy is the person who honours the LORD, who takes pleasure in obeying his commands. The good man’s children will be powerful in the land; his descendants will be blessed. Psalm 112.1-2 (GNB)
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Births
MARTIN SMITH on 30th October 2021 to Amy (née Williams) and David, a daughter, Emily Grace, sister to Edward Andrew and William Grainger.
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Forthcoming Marriages
MR D. SEROV
AND MISS E. BROOKE
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The engagement is announced between Dmitry Serov of Connecticut, MA, USA, and Emily Brooke MBE, elder daughter of Mr Hugo Brooke and Lady Paula MacLaurin of Somerset.
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MR L. A. SALMINS
AND MISS L. C. LOVETT
The engagement is announced between Lucas, middle son of Mr and Mrs Ralph Salmins of Mondilhan, France, and Lucy, younger daughter of Mr and Mrs John Lovett of Chatton, Northumberland.
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MR S. M. M. TROWER
AND MISS E. C. MACLEOD
The engagement is announced between Sebastian, youngest son of Dr and Mrs Michael Trower of Stapleford, Cambridge, and Elspeth, daughter of Drs Jamie and Joan Macleod of Clifton, York.
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MR O. G. H. KABERRY
AND MISS I. M. WILKES
The engagement is announced between Oliver, younger son of Mr James Kaberry of St John’s Wood, London, and Mrs Juliet Wells of Kingsland, Herefordshire, and Isabella, younger daughter of Mr Henry Wilkes of Stoke-by-Nayland, Suffolk and Mrs Jackie Wilkes of Lewes, East Sussex.
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Deaths
BROOKSBY Dr Iain died on 29th October 2021 aged 76, after a long illness bravely fought. A much beloved husband of Sarah, father to Claire and Angus, father-in-law to Kelsey and grandfather to Harry. He will be sorely missed by his family and many friends. A private family service will be held shortly with a thanksgiving service to follow in the summer of 2022. Family flowers only and donations in lieu to the Norfolk Heart Trust via Ivan Fisher Funeral Services, Aylsham, Norfolk.
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CLEMENTS Air Commodore John Clements C Eng FIET Dip El FCIM died peacefully on 23rd October 2021 aged 99. Beloved husband of Monica, devoted father to Richard and Julia, and loving grandfather. His funeral service will be held at 11.30am on 16th November at Holy Trinity Church, Northwood, Middlesex. Family flowers only but if desired, donations to the RAF Benevolent Fund, c/o T. A. Ellement & Son Ltd, funeral directors, Tel: 01923 825372.
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CORY Joanna (née Gethin) died peacefully on 31st October 2021 aged 90 at home. Widow of Christopher, mother of Arthur and Rhiannon, grandmother of Morwenna. Private family funeral. No flowers but donations if desired for Marie Curie Hospice, Cardiff & Vale, c/o Mel & Ron Watkins Funeral Directors, Pencoed.
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CUPAC Nicholas died suddenly on 31st October 2021 aged 54. He was a loving son, unique friend, sportsman and member of the film making community. He will leave an unfillable space in the lives of all who knew him. The funeral will be announced on his return to England.
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DUCHESNE Emma Catherine died peacefully on 24th October 2021. Dearly loved daughter of Jenny and the late Robin. All inquiries to Richard Steel & Partners: 01962 862333.
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EDSALL Susan Beverley passed away peacefully on 20th October 2021 aged 76. Dearly loved mother to Neal, grandmother to Savanna and Myah, mother-in-law to Wendy, sister to Robin and auntie to Oliver. Our hearts are broken. Susan will be much missed by so many. Rest in peace. All our love xxx. The funeral will be held on Friday 19th November 2021 at 3.45pm within All Saints Church, Marlow. In lieu of flowers donations in Susan’s memory will be gratefully received in aid of Guide Dogs UK. All inquiries c/o Arnold Funeral Service, 21-23 Little Marlow Road, Marlow, SL7 1HA. Tel: 01628 898866.
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LOSTY J.P. died suddenly on 29th September 2021, aged 76. Devoted husband to Kate and most loving father to Eleanor and Cat. Jerry will be missed by all who knew him, especially those who were inspired by him. A memorial service will take place at noon on Thursday 25th November at St Michael’s Church, Amberley, Sussex. Donations will be in Jerry’s memory for Centrepoint for homeless young people, c\o H. D. Tribe, 19 West Street, Storrington, RH20 4DZ. 01903 742585.
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SUTHERLAND Bruce Wilson died peacefully on 21st October 2021 aged 98. Sometime of The 1st King George V’s Own Gurkha Rifles (The Malaun Regiment). Latterly of Moreton-in-Marsh. Private interment in Sutherland. No flowers, please. All donations in his memory to The Gurkha Welfare Trust or contact G. & R. Sutherland, Funeral Directors, Brora.
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THOMAS Julie (née Morgan, of Llandough, Cardiff) died peacefully on 29th October 2021 aged 83, after a short illness. Dearly beloved by her husband Alan, daughters Amanda and the late Susie, grandsons Tom and Ben, son-in-law Giles and many devoted friends.
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Memorial Services
DRISCOLL MICHAEL DRISCOLL QC at Lincoln’s Inn Chapel, Lincoln’s Inn, London, WC2A on 17th November 2021 at 5pm. chapelclerk@lincolnsinn.org.uk
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In Memoriam — Private
HODGSON Charlie died 05/11/15 and is always in our thoughts. Your loving family and friends. 07543659516 crocosmia@hotmail.com
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TANOO MYLVAGANAM Remembering our wonderful sister today. Though life goes on without you, it will never be the same. Never forgotten. We miss you every day.
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School Notices
PUTNEY HIGH SCHOOL GDST Putney High School GDST Old Girls’ Association invites all alumnae to the Annual General Meeting and Special General Meeting on Thursday 18th November at 1pm on Zoom. For more details, please contact development@put.gdst.net
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