It is with the most profound sadness that we will soon say goodbye to the finest, kindest man. Don't be sad, though. Be glad that we knew him, loved him, and that he loved us all back in equal measure.
The cremation will take place at 10.30am on Thursday 23rd October 2025 at the Surrey and West Sussex Crematorium, St Richard's, Balcombe Road, Crawley. Attendees are respectfully requested to arrive in good time. The ceremony will be non-religious.
I would ask that all attendees refrain from wearing black and instead, choose at least one of the following: 1) A feather boa, 2) An item of clothing that is in some way related to ducks, 3) The most fabulous hat you can lay your hands on. We will gather there to celebrate a life and not to feel sad. Dress code rules apply equally to men and women.
No flowers please. Instead, help someone in a real, tangible way and kindly donate to either:
St Catherine’s Hospice
https://www.justgiving.com/charity/stcatherines
Or
Caterham Food Bank
https://www.justgiving.com/charity/caterham-foodbank
After the service please join me from midday for a good old get together at the Caterham Arms Pub, Caterham on the Hill - where I hope we can all swap stories, smile, laugh, drink (Yorkshire) tea and of course, eat a lot of cake.
Darren.
Service
DATE AND TIME
Thursday 23rd October 2025, 10:30am
ADDRESS
Surrey & Sussex Crematorium, Balcombe Road, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 3NQ
Committal
DATE AND TIME
Thursday 23rd October 2025, 10:30am
ADDRESS
Surrey & Sussex Crematorium, Balcombe Road, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 3NQ
Reception
DATE AND TIME
Thursday 23rd October 2025, 12:00pm
ADDRESS
83A, Coulsdon Road, Caterham, CR3 5NF
CALL ON
01883 341871
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