It was with great sadness we said farewell to Roy at a service of Thanksgiving on Monday 7th 2025. Many of his friends and family packed St Peter’s for the occasion. The Tribute was given by Lynn Wilson and Rev’d John Crutchley gave the address. Poems were read by Mike and July Ward (“If” by Rudyard Kipling) and by Megan Shortiss (“The Broken Chain” by Ron Tranmer.) Hymns included “The Old Rugged Cross” and “Amazing Grace.” The marching song, “Sussex by The Sea,” was also sung. The service had been planned by Roy before his death and was a fitting tribute to him.
