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12th January 2017
Vanda Small MJF
Ringwood and Fordingbridge Lions Club
The Lions Club of Ringwood and Fordingbridge regret to announce the passing to higher service of Lion Vanda Small on Thursday 12th January 2017.
Vanda’s funeral will take place on Wednesday 1st of February at:
St. Mary’s Church, Ringwood Road, Bransgore, BH23 8JJ at 10:30am followed by interment in the churchyard.
Brian would like to invite all to join him at The Old Vicarage, Lyndhurst Road, Hinton, Christchurch BH23 7DR for refreshments after the church service where he will have the chance to speak to you all personally.
Vanda will be sadly missed by her fellow Lions.
Address for cards or messages
Vanda loved flowers so please send floral tributes, if you wish, or donations to Naomi House Hospice for Children to:
Colin Hayley & Tapper Funeral Service
51 – 53 Old Milton Road
New Milton
BH25 6DJ
01425 629000
Yorky Tuke
President
1st December 2016
John Nike OBE
Wokingham Lions Club
Sorry no details
Ron Twining
Almoner
14th November 2016
Stuart Thompson
Romsey and Waterside Lions Club
The Lions Club of Romsey regret to announce the passing to higher service of Lion Stuart Thompson on the 14th of November 2016.
The funeral is being held at the East Chapel, Southampton Crematorium, Bassett Green Road, Southampton SO16 3QB on Wednesday 30th November at 14:00 hrs.
David Laurie
Treasurer
13th November 2016
Harry Purchase MJF
Windsor Lions Club
Windsor Lions Club is deeply saddened to report the death of Lion Harry on Sunday 13th November aged 84 years – he served the club for over 41 years.
Harry received a Melvyn Jones Fellowship and undertook almost every official role in Windsor Lions including Club President on three occasions as well as working hard on both the Activities and Social Welfare committees for many years.
Harry was a unique, larger than life character, full of fun but with a sharp eye for business and always driven by the need to help others. He will be deeply missed.
John Jenkins
PR Director
9th October 2016
Albert Whittle PDG
Wimborne and Ferndown Lions Club
It is with the greatest regret to inform you of the very sad news that PDG Albert died at 6:30am this morning.
Arrangements for funeral Friday 28th October
10:30 Bournemouth Crematorium - Family and Friends only.
12 Midday Service of Thanksgiving for the life of Albert. St Mary’s Church, Church Road, Ferndown BH22 9EU
If unable to park in church use Tesco’s car park off the Ringwood Road and walk through connecting alley.
After the service refreshments at the Dudsbury Golf Club, Ringwood Road, Ferndown BH22 8ST
Address for cards or messages
The Funeral Directors are:
Nicholas O’Hara
128 Station Road
West Moors
Dorset BH22 0JB
All donations to be sent to them. These will be used by the Wimborne & Ferndown Club to set
up a reserved “Albert Whittle” fund to be used to help the elderly of West Moors.
The Funeral Directors do not want donations to be made electronically.
Derick Smith
Secretary
26th September 2016
Margaret Hoare
IOW Sandown and Shanklin Lions Club
It is with great sadness I have to report the passing of Lion Margaret Hoare. Margaret a member of Sandown and Shanklin Lions Club for many years, passed away peacefully in hospital at the age of 91, on Monday evening at 6:30pm and is now with her beloved husband Lion Joe Hoare.
Margaret was the mother of Lion Ann Twining, Zone 3G Chairman.
The Funeral will take place at St Pauls Church, Regent Street, Shanklin PO37 7AW at 12 noon on Wednesday 19th October This will be followed by refreshments at the Falcon pub, also in Regent street just across from the church, at about 1pm.The cremation will be held on the same day at 3pm at the I O W Crematorium.
Address for cards or messages
Donations to Hearing Dogs, care of William Hall, Funeral Directors, Winford Road, Newchurch, Sandown, IOW, PO36 0JX.
Ron Twining
Secretary
5th September 2016
Colin Winder
Weymouth and Portland Lions Club
Weymouth and Portland Lions Club, sadly report the passing of Lion Colin in September 2016. He joined the club in January 1989 and amongst other club positions was President in 1995/6. He was a committed Lion who was active in the club to the very end. Our thoughts go out to his wife, Kathleen.
Colin’s funeral will be held at the Weymouth Crematorium, Quibo Lane, Weymouth DT4 0RR on Monday 26th September at 13:45
Norman Stagles
Secretary
20th June 2016
John Wilson MJF
Wimborne and Ferndown Lions Club
Wimborne & Ferndown Lions Club sadly report the passing of Lion John Wilson (75) in June 2016.
He joined the Club in May 1971 and amongst other Club positions, was President in 1977/8 and 1999/2000.
He was a committed Lion who continued to support the Club up to the final end.
The Funeral will take place at 12:30 p.m. on the 6th July at the
Bournemouth Crematorium
Strouden Avenue
Bournemouth BH8 9HX
This will be followed by a gathering at
39 Lone Pine Drive
Ferndown BH22 8LP
Address for cards or messages
The family have requested ‘no flowers’ but donations can be sent to ‘Macmillan Caring Locally’, via the undertakers:
A E Jolliffe & Son
17 Victoria Road
Ferndown BH22 9HT
Godwin Micallef
District Secretary
11th June 2016
Ken Hillebrandt
Woodley and Earley Lions Club
Sorry no details
1st June 2016
William Garrick
Guernsey Lions Club
Sorry no details
25th May 2016
Ivor Dugdale-Jenkins
Swanwick Lions Club
It is with sadness I am writing to inform you that Ivor Dugdale Jenkins has died.
Carmel Fitall
Secretary
1st April 2016
Douglas Bowring
Dorchester and District Lions Club
Sorry no details
Ron Twining
Almoner
10th March 2016
Bob Ashenden
IOW Sandown and Shanklin Lions Club
It is with great sadness that I have to inform you that Lion Bob Ashenden MJF passed away yesterday evening the 10th March 2016, just short of his 90th birthday.
Lion Bob was a Charter Member of Sandown and Shanklin Lions Club. He was responsible for building our Day and Community Centre, which is now in its 30th year. In honour of his work in Lionism, he was made a privileged member last year.
Bob's wife Daphne joined the club when ladies were allowed to join. Over the years they both did sterling work for the club and were both made MJF some years ago. Bob will be sadly missed by all the members of his club.
The funeral of Lion Bob will take place at 11:30am on Wednesday 6th April 2016 at the Sandown Methodist Church, York Road, Sandown, I.O.W. PO36 8ET
Address for cards or messages
Cards, Flowers or Donations (cheques made out to Sandown & Shanklin Lions) to the undertakers, William Hall Funeral Directors, Winford Road, Newchurch, Sandown, I.O.W. PO36 0JX.
Ron Twining
Secretary
19th February 2016
Derek Moore
Poole Lions Club
I'm sorry to have to pass on the news that Lion Derek Moore has died after a long illness. Our sympathies to his wife Audrey.
A Memorial Service will take place at 1:45pm on Thursday the 3rd of March at Holy Angels Church, Lilliput Road, Lilliput, Poole BH14 8JX. The service will be followed by afternoon tea in the Church Hall.
This will be a Memorial Service celebrating Derek's life. A private cremation (family only) will have taken place earlier.
Because it is a celebration of Derek's life, Audrey has requested that we do not wear black ties or sombre clothes.
The family have requested that there be no flowers, but there will be a retiring collection in aid of the Church Organ Fund.
Robert Maguire
Secretary
13th February 2016
Jack Ellingsen
Loddon Valley Lions Club
Lion Jack passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday 13th February 2016.
Lion Jack, a member of Loddon valley Lions club since 1987, will be greatly missed by all of us who knew him.
Barry Germain
Secretary
6th February 2016
Reg Bicknell
Hook and Odiham Lions Club
It is with the greatest regret that I must advise you that our last remaining Charter Member passed away yesterday, 6th February in Frimley Park hospital at the age of 94.
Reg had spent many years with us tirelessly campaigning and fund raising for others who were less fortunate than ourselves. He was awarded The Melvyn Jones Fellowship for his work with our club.
He leaves a wife, Doris, who looked after him in his latter years and a niece, Phyllis, who visited him every week. We shall all miss his smile, his willingness to listen to those less experienced and wisdom in matters concerning the well being of our Club.
Reg's funeral will take place at Park Crematorium, Guildford Road, Aldershot GU12 4BP at 1:30pm on Monday 29th February.
Doris has asked that only flowers from the immediate family should be sent for the funeral, but any donations should be sent to the NSPCC in his name.
Graham Botwright
Almoner
4th February 2016
David Side
Basingstoke Lions Club
The Lions Club of Basingstoke has sadly had to say farewell to Dr David Side, who passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday, 4th February.
David was a much loved and respected pillar of society - supporting the local community through his work as a doctor, and through Probus and the Lions Club. David was President of the Lions Club several times over and was one of the founding members of the Basingstoke Lions Club, his membership spanning 48 years.
We will miss his warmth, wisdom and wit. Our thoughts are with his wife Margaret and their family.
David's funeral will be at 2:45pm on Friday 19th of February at Basingstoke Crematorium, Manor Farm, Stockbridge Road, North Waltham RG25 2BA.
3rd January 2016
Polly Stansbridge
Southampton Solent Lions Club
It is with the greatest sadness that Solent Lions Club and Lion President Louise Crook have to inform you of the passing to higher service, this morning, of past President Lion Polly Stansbridge.
Polly fell peacefully asleep this morning after a long and dignified battle against cancer. She will be badly missed by the club as a past president, Lion Tamer and Fundraising Chair.
A cremation service will take place on Wednesday 20th Jan 2016 at 2:00pm at the East Chapel, Southampton Crematorium, Bassett Green Road, Southampton SO16 3QB. The family have requested family flowers only. If you wish to contribute to the Countess Mountbatten Hospice Charity, please see their website
www.cmhcharity.org.uk/donate/
Steve Crook
Secretary
6th December 2015
Mike Green
Blackmore Vale Lions Club
Lion Mike Green(BEM) passed to higher service on the 6th December 2015 after a short illness in hospital.
Mike died on his 83rd birthday, leaving behind his wife Sheila and three daughters.
Mike was a founder member of Blackmore Vale Lions Club and a Past President. A loss of a great statesman to our club.
The funeral is on Wednesday 16th December at Yeovil Crematorium, Bunford Lane, Yeovil BA20 2EJ (off A3088) at 2pm. The family have requested that there are no flowers and no mourning colours at all. The Blackmore Vale Lions will create a Guard of Honour wearing our Lions Jumpers.
Geoff Nash
Almoner
27th November 2015
Arthur Park
Southbourne and Boscombe Lions Club
Details to follow
Jud Kirk
Secretary
11th August 2015
Bill Reed
Blackmore Vale Lions Club
PDG Lion John William ‘Bill’ Reed (MJF)(Charter Member) (86)
Lion ‘Bill’ to all who knew him, passed away in hospital on 11th August after a very short illness and almost 4 years to the day that his beloved wife Mavis died. He is survived by a son, two daughters and numerous grandchildren. He had been a Lion for over 45 years - known for his enthusiasm and dedicated commitment to Lionism throughout the district and beyond - his appearances carrying his banner at 105D conventions are legendary.
He first joined Yeovil Lions Club 105SW, moving to Sherborne 105D when they were chartered in 1975. Four years later he was charter member for BV Lions holding a number of positions, including President In 1980/81 and 1991/2, and later a very big and successful presence as Youth Officer promoting Peace & Environmental Posters to a large number of local schools. Bill served as DG for 105D in 1993/94.
Outside of Lions Bill had a wide range of interests including ornithology and singing - he was also a staunch Methodist dedicated to his local Church. Our local club documents are a tribute to his remarkably good handwriting skills and he always kept in touch with former friends in Malawi where he had been an agricultural officer.
Bill’s knowledge for all things Lion will be sadly missed by us, but he will never be forgotten. Our thoughts and sympathy go to his family.
For friends and acquaintances of PDG Lion Bill wishing to attend his funeral the time and venue is:
11am Thursday 20th August, at Marnhull Methodist Church, Burton Street, Marnhull DT10 1PS followed by refreshments at Marnhull Village Hall, Burton Street, Marnhull DT10 1PP.
Geoff Nash
Almoner
10th August 2015
Peter Keep
Hook and Odiham Lions Club
It is with the greatest of regret that I have to advise you of the passing on to higher office of one of our most respected members, Lion Peter Keep MJF, at the age of 82.
He held almost every office over the years within our club and he was first and foremost a dear friend and an inspiration and mentor to many.
He will be sorely missed as a Lion who worked tirelessly for the benefit of others for almost 30 years.
Peter's funeral will be at Basingstoke Crematorium, Manor Farm, Stockbridge Road, North Waltham, Hampshire RG25 2BA on Friday 4th September at 11:00am.
Pat has requested flowers from the family only, with donations to Lifeboats please.
Graham Botwright
Almoner
20th June 2015
Michael Kirby
Newbury Lions Club
Members are sad to report the passing to higher service of Lion Michael Kirby after a long battle with cancer.
Michael was a very keen and active member for 24 years serving on both welfare and fundraising. He was a very dedicated member supporting all the club’s events. He was a keen supporter of horse racing.
Michael will be greatly missed and our thoughts are with his wife Joy, his sons, daughter and their families.
Peter Wood
Secretary
7th June 2015
Bill Dewar
Bradford-on-Avon Lions Club
Bill joined our Lions club 7 years ago and was a very active member. He was fundraising Chairman twice where he was very active. He served as a director where he was also very active. He was involved in the local community and will be sadly missed by all of us.
Stuart Lock
Secretary
28th April 2015
Maurice Raynor
New Milton Lions Club
I sadly have to report once again the passing away of another of our members, Lion Maurice Raynor who died this morning at 2:30am.
Russell Jones
Secretary
26th April 2015
Robin Jackson
New Milton Lions Club
I sadly have to report that lion Robin Jackson passed away on Sunday 26th April 2015 at 8am after a short illness.
Russell Jones
Secretary
2nd April 2015
Bill Fields
Southampton Solent Lions Club
It is with genuine sadness that I must pass on the news of the passing, to higher service, of Past District Governor and former charter member of the Solent Lions Club, Bill Fields on the 2-4-2015.
As soon as I have more details I will let you know.
Steve Crook
Secretary
30th March 2015
John Barton
Maidenhead Lions Club
It is with sadness that we notify you of the sad death of Lion John Barton.
Lion John died on 30th March in the local hospice after a long battle with Parkinsons disease.
Our thoughts are with his wife Cathy.
Lion John's funeral will be held on the 22nd of April at St Michaels Church, Bray.
Brenda Butler
Secretary
26th March 2015
Bill Hollis
Poole Lions Club
The Lions Club of Poole regret to announce the passing to Higher Service of past member Bill Hollis.
Bill was an active member until about five years ago, when he moved to Hull to live with his son.
The family have arranged for the funeral to take place in Bournemouth at the church Bill attended when he lived here. Poole Lions club will certainly be represented at the funeral.
The funeral service will be 11:00am on Friday 17th April at:
Richmond Hill St Andrew's Church
8 St Stephen's Road
Bournemouth
Dorset
BH2 6JJ
It will be followed by cremation.
Robert Maguire
Secretary
15th February 2015
Frank Hughes
Warminster Lions Club
It is with sadness I have to inform you that Lion Frank passed away on Sunday 15th February 2015 in his 96th year.
In his 24 years continuous service as a Warminster Lion, Frank made his major contribution as Club Treasurer, a post he held for 14 years starting in his 2nd year of membership.
Until very recently he continued to make himself available to stand in for Bookshop duty at short notice. A quiet, unassuming gentleman and a great Lion.
Digby Barker
President
14th February 2015
Alan Field
IOW Newport Lions Club
It is with sadness I have to inform you that Lion Alan Field passed away at 6:30pm today Saturday 14th February 2015.
Our thoughts are with Alan's wife Bernice and family at this time.
Funeral arrangements
Lion Alan's Funeral will be held at the IOW Crematorium, East Cowes, Isle of Wight PO32 6NJ on Friday the 13th of March at 2:15 pm - Family flowers only please.
Address for cards or messages
If clubs or individuals wishes to pay respect by a donation to a charity, please send a cheque made payable to "Brain Tumour Charity" and send it to:
Co-op Funeral Care
8-10 Ferry Road
East Cowes
Isle of Wight
PO32 6RA
Please endorse the back with "Alan Field, Greenlands Road"
Denis Pierce
Secretary
14th February 2015
John Farley MBE
Jersey Lions Club
The Lions Club of Jersey records with much regret the death of Past President Lion John Farley MBE (87).
Lion John became a member of the Jersey Club in 1975 and was President in 1984/85. Lion John’s activities within the Jersey community were manifold for as well as being a very active Lion, for six years he had been a member of the States of Jersey (Jersey’s Parliament) and was founder chairman of the Jersey branch of the Air Training Corps. At his death he was a life president of the Jersey Battle of Flowers Association and the Jersey Green Room Club as well as still being a committed member of Jersey Cancer Relief. Despite his illness, Lion John, a retailer, still audited his business’s books every day from his sickbed.
For his services to the community he was awarded the MBE in this year’s New Year’s Honours List and is predeceased by his wife Jean who died in October. His enthusiasm for Club activities, curbed only by his illness, will be sadly missed.
The Club’s deepest sympathy goes to his sons Martyn and Kevin and their families.
Peter Tabb
23rd January 2015
Trevor Jones
Romsey and Waterside Lions Club
I'm sorry to be the bearer of sad news for those that knew him but I have to inform you that Trevor Jones passed away last Friday afternoon 23rd January at home in Romsey. He had his family with him.
I'm informed that the funeral service will take place at Southampton Crematorium, Bassett Green Road, Southampton SO16 3QB on Friday 6th February at 1:15pm and I believe it will be in the East wing. I can update you on this when it is confirmed.
Trevor is not a current Romsey Club Lion as he left last year but had kept closely in touch with us and helped whenever he could since he left. I still consider him a Lion although ill health prevented him from actively supporting us.
Stuart Thompson
Secretary
16th January 2015
Joe Grout
Goring, Woodcote and District Lions Club
Goring, Woodcote & District Lions Club members are saddened by the death of former Lion Joe who was a charter member of both our Club and our mother Club of South Chiltern Lions that has since folded.
Joe received a Melvin Jones Fellowship in 2005 for dedicated humanitarian services. He was a Lion for 42 years. During over 30 years with our Club Joe was always much involved with our local community service projects.
Our thoughts and sympathies go to his family.
Address for cards or messages
The the funeral will be held at St John's in Whitchurch Hill RG8 7PA at 1:0pm on Monday 2nd February followed by an internment with his wife Muriel who died in November 2007.
Afterwards the funeral reception will be held at Abbeycrest Nursing Home, Exeter Way, Kennylands Road, Sonning Common, Reading RG4 9RG
Only family flowers are requested but donations to the Alzheimers Society are welcomed, either via Cyril Lovegrove, 21 School Road, Tilehurst, Reading RG31 5AR
or direct via the Alzheimers Society website where gift aid can be applied. www.alzheimers.org.uk/site/scripts/home_info.php?homepageID=224
Please send any cards to:
Mrs Maxine Thompson
29 Clements Mead
Tilehurst
Reading
RG31 5UJ
Tel: 0118 942 5882
Jon Solman
PRO
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Vanda Small MJF - Ringwood and Fordingbridge Lions Club
John Nike OBE - Wokingham Lions Club
Stuart Thompson - Romsey and Waterside Lions Club
Harry Purchase MJF - Windsor Lions Club
Albert Whittle PDG - Wimborne and Ferndown Lions Club
Margaret Hoare - IOW Sandown and Shanklin Lions Club
Colin Winder - Weymouth and Portland Lions Club
John Wilson MJF - Wimborne and Ferndown Lions Club
Ken Hillebrandt - Woodley and Earley Lions Club
William Garrick - Guernsey Lions Club
Ivor Dugdale-Jenkins - Swanwick Lions Club
Douglas Bowring - Dorchester and District Lions Club
Bob Ashenden - IOW Sandown and Shanklin Lions Club
Derek Moore - Poole Lions Club
Jack Ellingsen - Loddon Valley Lions Club
Reg Bicknell - Hook and Odiham Lions Club
David Side - Basingstoke Lions Club
Polly Stansbridge - Southampton Solent Lions Club
Mike Green - Blackmore Vale Lions Club
Arthur Park - Southbourne and Boscombe Lions Club
Bill Reed - Blackmore Vale Lions Club
Peter Keep - Hook and Odiham Lions Club
Michael Kirby - Newbury Lions Club
Bill Dewar - Bradford-on-Avon Lions Club
Maurice Raynor - New Milton Lions Club
Robin Jackson - New Milton Lions Club
Bill Fields - Southampton Solent Lions Club
John Barton - Maidenhead Lions Club
Bill Hollis - Poole Lions Club
Frank Hughes - Warminster Lions Club
Alan Field - IOW Newport Lions Club
John Farley MBE - Jersey Lions Club
Trevor Jones - Romsey and Waterside Lions Club
Joe Grout - Goring, Woodcote and District Lions Club
