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Rick BucklerDecember 1955February 2025Richard Paul Buckler was born on 6 December 1955 in the town of Woking in the county of Surrey, England. He received his education at Sheerwater Secondary School, in Woking. While there in the early 1970s, he joined other pupils in a newly formed band named the Jam.[2] Buckler was the drummer for the Jam from its formation in the early 1970s through to its break-up in the early 1980s, during which time it became a critically acclaimed and commercially successful rock band with an original sound as part of the mod revival movement in England's music and fashion scenes of the period.[3] Although the band's creative output came to be attributed primarily to its lead vocalist and guitarist Paul Weller, its rhythm section of Buckler and Bruce Foxton (bass guitar) were integral to its sound, and in retrospect Buckler felt that Weller had been given undue credit for the band's song catalogue to the detriment of its other members' contributions.[4] The band broke up at the behest of Weller in 1982, and Buckler and Weller – apart from a brief greeting exchanged in passing at a chance meeting – did not speak to one another again.[5] In 1983, Buckler set up a new band entitled Time UK, featuring himself on drums, Jimmy Edwards and Ray Simone, Danny Kustow, and the bassist Martin Gordon. Time UK sold nearly 6,000 copies of their first single release "The Cabaret".[citation needed] In the mid-1980s, Buckler briefly reunited with his former Jam bandmate Bruce Foxton, and with Jimmy Edwards they performed in a new band called Sharp, recording some new songs for the short-lived Unicorn record label. These recordings were subsequently reissued on a Time UK anthology release. After Time UK broke up, Buckler moved into production, running a studio in Islington, working on the album Bound for Glory by the Highliners (which he also drummed for briefly in 1990). He was also involved in the production of the debut studio album of the Family Cat, Tell 'Em We're Surfin (1989).[6] In the mid-1990s, Buckler abandoned professional music and went into business as an ad hoc carpenter, fashioning cabinets and 'distressed' furniture in Woking, Surrey.[7][5] In November 2005, Buckler re-entered professional music when he set up a new band called the Gift, named after the final studio album release by the Jam, with Russell Hastings (lead vocals/guitar) and Dave Moore (bass guitar), with himself on drums, playing exclusively old material from the Jam's back catalogue. In 2007, Bruce Foxton joined as the bassist (Moore moving to rhythm guitar and keyboards) and the new band began touring under the name of From the Jam. After four years of touring, Buckler quit From the Jam in September 2009, being replaced by Mark Brzezicki of Big Country. Criticism of the new act from a distance by Paul Weller confirmed that it was not going to be a means of a reformation of the original band,[8] and Buckler felt that to continue performing with it without Weller, ran the risk of his and Foxton's finding themselves in the situation of becoming a Jam tribute band.[5] In 2011, Buckler joined a short-lived new band named If as its drummer, with Tim V. from Sham 69 on vocals, and Ian Whitewood on second drums, Tony Feedback on guitar and Al Campbell on bass guitar.[citation needed] In July 2012, Buckler ceremonially unveiled an oak wood abstract art sculpture by Richard Heys, entitled "The Space Between", on the Guildford Road in Woking, commissioned at a cost of £45,000 by Woking Borough Council to commemorate the Jam in the band's home town.[9] In 2013, Buckler moved into a management consultancy role for number of new musical acts, including singer-guitarist Sarah Jane, and the band the Brompton Mix.[10] Buckler's autobiography, entitled That's Entertainment: My Life in the Jam, was published in 2015 by Omnibus Press.[11][12] In Loving Memory Of: Rick Buckler December 1955 - February 2025 69 Years Old British drummer Your memorial? Click here to edit... Share this Memorial with Friends & Family: Share Memorial on FB Biography: Richard Paul Buckler was born on 6 December 1955 in the town of Woking in the county of Surrey, England. He received his education at Sheerwater Secondary School, in Woking. While there in the early 1970s, he joined other pupils in a newly formed band named the Jam.[2] Buckler was the drummer for the Jam from its formation in the early 1970s through to its break-up in the early 1980s, during which time it became a critically acclaimed and commercially successful rock band with an original sound as part of the mod revival movement in England's music and fashion scenes of the period.[3] Although the band's creative output came to be attributed primarily to its lead vocalist and guitarist Paul Weller, its rhythm section of Buckler and Bruce Foxton (bass guitar) were integral to its sound, and in retrospect Buckler felt that Weller had been given undue credit for the band's song catalogue to the detriment of its other members' contributions.[4] The band broke up at the behest of Weller in 1982, and Buckler and Weller – apart from a brief greeting exchanged in passing at a chance meeting – did not speak to one another again.[5] In 1983, Buckler set up a new band entitled Time UK, featuring himself on drums, Jimmy Edwards and Ray Simone, Danny Kustow, and the bassist Martin Gordon. Time UK sold nearly 6,000 copies of their first single release "The Cabaret".[citation needed] In the mid-1980s, Buckler briefly reunited with his former Jam bandmate Bruce Foxton, and with Jimmy Edwards they performed in a new band called Sharp, recording some new songs for the short-lived Unicorn record label. These recordings were subsequently reissued on a Time UK anthology release. After Time UK broke up, Buckler moved into production, running a studio in Islington, working on the album Bound for Glory by the Highliners (which he also drummed for briefly in 1990). He was also involved in the production of the debut studio album of the Family Cat, Tell 'Em We're Surfin (1989).[6] In the mid-1990s, Buckler abandoned professional music and went into business as an ad hoc carpenter, fashioning cabinets and 'distressed' furniture in Woking, Surrey.[7][5] In November 2005, Buckler re-entered professional music when he set up a new band called the Gift, named after the final studio album release by the Jam, with Russell Hastings (lead vocals/guitar) and Dave Moore (bass guitar), with himself on drums, playing exclusively old material from the Jam's back catalogue. In 2007, Bruce Foxton joined as the bassist (Moore moving to rhythm guitar and keyboards) and the new band began touring under the name of From the Jam. After four years of touring, Buckler quit From the Jam in September 2009, being replaced by Mark Brzezicki of Big Country. Criticism of the new act from a distance by Paul Weller confirmed that it was not going to be a means of a reformation of the original band,[8] and Buckler felt that to continue performing with it without Weller, ran the risk of his and Foxton's finding themselves in the situation of becoming a Jam tribute band.[5] In 2011, Buckler joined a short-lived new band named If as its drummer, with Tim V. from Sham 69 on vocals, and Ian Whitewood on second drums, Tony Feedback on guitar and Al Campbell on bass guitar.[citation needed] In July 2012, Buckler ceremonially unveiled an oak wood abstract art sculpture by Richard Heys, entitled "The Space Between", on the Guildford Road in Woking, commissioned at a cost of £45,000 by Woking Borough Council to commemorate the Jam in the band's home town.[9] In 2013, Buckler moved into a management consultancy role for number of new musical acts, including singer-guitarist Sarah Jane, and the band the Brompton Mix.[10] Buckler's autobiography, entitled That's Entertainment: My Life in the Jam, was published in 2015 by Omnibus Press.[11][12] Gallery: Listen To Their Voice: Rick Buckler 00:00 / 00:27 Location Of Memorial: Not publicly known Memorial Created By: Anonymous

Anthea Margaret WARD13/04/193704/01/2025On the 19th February 2025, we lovingly laid Anthea Ward to rest, surrounded by the warmth of her family's memories. The following day, on the 20th February 2025, her peaceful cremation took place, marking a poignant moment of reunion. In the quiet morning, under slightly cloudy skies, our guardians Keith and Craig, who also serves as our compassionate funeral director, gently took Anthea into their care for her final journey to Braintree's Three Counties Crematorium. The air was cool, yet serene, fitting for the solemnity of the occasion. Before the service commenced, Craig ensured that every detail was meticulously arranged in the chapel, from the comforting music Anthea loved, to the attentive presence of the chapel attendant. As the music began softly, Craig respectfully led Anthea's procession to the catafalque, where she was tenderly placed in her final resting position. Our dedicated team, alongside the chapel attendant, stood together in quiet reverence, bowing respectfully as the curtains gently closed, marking the end of Anthea's earthly journey. Throughout the service, a beautiful floral tribute adorned Anthea's coffin, a personal touch that added warmth and comfort to the ceremony, reflecting the love and care shared by all who knew her. In Loving Memory Of: Anthea Margaret WARD 13/04/1937 - 04/01/2025 87 Years Old In honouring Anthea's life, we found solace in creating a moment of peace and dignity, ensuring she was embraced with love as she embarked on her eternal rest. Your memorial? Click here to edit... Share this Memorial with Friends & Family: Share Memorial on FB Biography: On the 19th February 2025, we lovingly laid Anthea Ward to rest, surrounded by the warmth of her family's memories. The following day, on the 20th February 2025, her peaceful cremation took place, marking a poignant moment of reunion. In the quiet morning, under slightly cloudy skies, our guardians Keith and Craig, who also serves as our compassionate funeral director, gently took Anthea into their care for her final journey to Braintree's Three Counties Crematorium. The air was cool, yet serene, fitting for the solemnity of the occasion. Before the service commenced, Craig ensured that every detail was meticulously arranged in the chapel, from the comforting music Anthea loved, to the attentive presence of the chapel attendant. As the music began softly, Craig respectfully led Anthea's procession to the catafalque, where she was tenderly placed in her final resting position. Our dedicated team, alongside the chapel attendant, stood together in quiet reverence, bowing respectfully as the curtains gently closed, marking the end of Anthea's earthly journey. Throughout the service, a beautiful floral tribute adorned Anthea's coffin, a personal touch that added warmth and comfort to the ceremony, reflecting the love and care shared by all who knew her. Gallery: Listen To Their Voice: Anthea Margaret WARD 00:00 / 00:27 Location Of Memorial: Three Counties Crematorium Memorial Created By: Anonymous

Ian LavenderFebruary 1946February 2024Arthur Ian Lavender (16 February 1946 – 2 February 2024) was an English stage, film and television actor. He is best known for his role as Private Pike in Dad's Army, a BBC sitcom set during World War II, of which he was the last surviving main cast member. After Dad's Army, Lavender returned to the theatre, including a role in a production of Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice.[15] Between 1971 and 1973 Lavender joined Dad's Army colleague Arthur Lowe on the BBC radio comedy Parsley Sidings.[16] He was in a BBC radio comedy series, a spin-off from Dad's Army called It Sticks Out Half a Mile.[17] Lavender also appeared in films and television series, one of which (Mr Big, 1977) featured him starring alongside Peter Jones and Prunella Scales.[14] During the 1970s he appeared as a supporting actor in a number of British 'low farce' films, including one Carry On film – Carry On Behind (1975).[18] In Loving Memory Of: Ian Lavender February 1946 - February 2024 78 Years Old Most cherished for playing Pike in Dads Army Your memorial? Click here to edit... Share this Memorial with Friends & Family: Share Memorial on FB Biography: Arthur Ian Lavender (16 February 1946 – 2 February 2024) was an English stage, film and television actor. He is best known for his role as Private Pike in Dad's Army, a BBC sitcom set during World War II, of which he was the last surviving main cast member. After Dad's Army, Lavender returned to the theatre, including a role in a production of Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice.[15] Between 1971 and 1973 Lavender joined Dad's Army colleague Arthur Lowe on the BBC radio comedy Parsley Sidings.[16] He was in a BBC radio comedy series, a spin-off from Dad's Army called It Sticks Out Half a Mile.[17] Lavender also appeared in films and television series, one of which (Mr Big, 1977) featured him starring alongside Peter Jones and Prunella Scales.[14] During the 1970s he appeared as a supporting actor in a number of British 'low farce' films, including one Carry On film – Carry On Behind (1975).[18] Gallery: Listen To Their Voice: Ian Lavender 00:00 / 00:27 Location Of Memorial: Not publicly known Memorial Created By: Anonymous

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Kelvin KiptumDecember 1999February 2024Kelvin Kiptum Cheruiyot (2 December 1999 – 11 February 2024) was a Kenyan long-distance runner and the marathon world record holder at the time of his death. He was the only person in history to run the marathon under two hours and one minute in a record-eligible race. He ran three of the seven fastest marathons in history. Kiptum won three marathons he participated in, all renowned, including two top-tier World Marathon Majors (WMM), and held between December 2022 and October 2023. The times he achieved are three of the six fastest times in history, a course record under 2:02 in each case, making him the only man ever to break this barrier thrice. Kiptum ran the fastest-ever marathon debut at the 2022 Valencia Marathon, becoming only the third man in history to break two hours and two minutes and setting the then fourth-quickest time ever.[5] Kiptum followed it up four months later with the second-fastest marathon in history at 2:01:25, 16 seconds outside the world record, at the 2023 London Marathon (WMM).[6] In his next race, the 2023 Chicago Marathon (WMM) six months later in October 2023, the 23-year-old broke the world record by 34 seconds with a time of two hours and 35 seconds. At the time of his death, Kiptum was ranked 1st in the world in the men's marathon rankings.[7] In Loving Memory Of: Kelvin Kiptum December 1999 - February 2024 24 Years Old Marathon world record holder Your memorial? Click here to edit... Share this Memorial with Friends & Family: Share Memorial on FB Biography: Kelvin Kiptum Cheruiyot (2 December 1999 – 11 February 2024) was a Kenyan long-distance runner and the marathon world record holder at the time of his death. He was the only person in history to run the marathon under two hours and one minute in a record-eligible race. He ran three of the seven fastest marathons in history. Kiptum won three marathons he participated in, all renowned, including two top-tier World Marathon Majors (WMM), and held between December 2022 and October 2023. The times he achieved are three of the six fastest times in history, a course record under 2:02 in each case, making him the only man ever to break this barrier thrice. Kiptum ran the fastest-ever marathon debut at the 2022 Valencia Marathon, becoming only the third man in history to break two hours and two minutes and setting the then fourth-quickest time ever.[5] Kiptum followed it up four months later with the second-fastest marathon in history at 2:01:25, 16 seconds outside the world record, at the 2023 London Marathon (WMM).[6] In his next race, the 2023 Chicago Marathon (WMM) six months later in October 2023, the 23-year-old broke the world record by 34 seconds with a time of two hours and 35 seconds. At the time of his death, Kiptum was ranked 1st in the world in the men's marathon rankings.[7] Gallery: Listen To Their Voice: Kelvin Kiptum 00:00 / 00:27 Location Of Memorial: Not publicly known Memorial Created By: Anonymous

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Nick Sheridan1992March 2024Originally from Wexford in Ireland, Sheridan had worked in broadcasting for more than a decade. He had previously spent two years reporting and presenting RTE News2day, the young person's news programme for Ireland's national broadcaster, before moving to the main newsroom where he worked on the foreign affairs desk. He joined BBC Scotland as a researcher, before becoming in turn a camera journalist, correspondent and presenter. He left his staff post to focus on writing children's books, but continued as a regular freelance presenter on BBC Scotland's radio and TV news programmes. In Loving Memory Of: Nick Sheridan 1992 - March 2024 32 Years Old BBC Scotland presenter and author Your memorial? Click here to edit... Share this Memorial with Friends & Family: Share Memorial on FB Biography: Originally from Wexford in Ireland, Sheridan had worked in broadcasting for more than a decade. He had previously spent two years reporting and presenting RTE News2day, the young person's news programme for Ireland's national broadcaster, before moving to the main newsroom where he worked on the foreign affairs desk. He joined BBC Scotland as a researcher, before becoming in turn a camera journalist, correspondent and presenter. He left his staff post to focus on writing children's books, but continued as a regular freelance presenter on BBC Scotland's radio and TV news programmes. Gallery: Listen To Their Voice: Nick Sheridan 00:00 / 00:27 Location Of Memorial: Not publicly known Memorial Created By: Anonymous

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Colin and Rita Hirst23 August 194324 October 2024Mam & Dad...Rita & Colin...Spike & r Reet! In Loving Memory Of: Colin and Rita Hirst 23 August 1943 - 24 October 2024 77 and 81 years old Together again, forever... Your memorial? Click here to edit... Share this Memorial with Friends & Family: Share Memorial on FB Biography: Mam & Dad...Rita & Colin...Spike & r Reet! Gallery: Listen To Their Voice: Colin and Rita Hirst 00:00 / 00:27 Location Of Memorial: St Mary's Church, Garforth, Leeds Memorial Created By: Denis & Alan Hirst