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10th March 2016
Lion Bob Ashenden
Lions Club of IOW Sandown and Shanklin
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
Lion Derek Moore
Lions Club of Poole
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
Lion Jack Ellingsen
Lions Club of Loddon Valley
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
Lion Reg Bicknell
Lions Club of Hook and Odiham
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
Lion David Side
Lions Club of Basingstoke
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
Lion Polly Stansbridge
Lions Club of Southampton Solent
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
Lion Mike Green
Lions Club of Blackmore Vale
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
Lion Arthur Park
Lions Club of Southbourne and Boscombe
Details to follow
Jud Kirk
Secretary
11th August 2015
Lion Bill Reed
Lions Club of Blackmore Vale
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
Lion Peter Keep
Lions Club of Hook and Odiham
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
Lion Michael Kirby
Lions Club of Newbury
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
Lion Bill Dewar
Lions Club of Bradford-on-Avon
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
Lion Maurice Raynor
Lions Club of New Milton
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
Lion Robin Jackson
Lions Club of New Milton
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
Lion Bill Fields
Lions Club of Southampton Solent
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
Lion John Barton
Lions Club of Maidenhead
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
