July 4th, 2010 by admin
It is with some sadness that I have to let you know of the death of Charles Game M36/42, one of my era I am afraid. I have not seen him for many years now since he lived in the West Country.
His funeral is next Tuesday 13th July at 12.30pm at the Church of St.Michaels and All Angels in Bishops Cleeve, Glos. I would be grateful to anyone in the Gloucester, Cheltenham area who could possibly represent the Association as he was a Life Member and I am sure his wife would appreciate our presence.
Sincerely
Aubrey Sadler
June 24th, 2010 by admin
Members
It is with great sadness I have to inform you of the death of Alan Norris on 20th June 2010.
The funeral will take place at Cambridge Crematorium on Monday 5th July 2010 at 1300hrs.
Ray Howarth
June 22nd, 2010 by admin
The School have made room for the cricket fixture against the OBA this year. Unfortunately, they only decided this yesterday and the match is scheduled for THIS Friday – 25th June, 11am start.
If you can play, please email Jonathan Blondel ASAP, his email address is jonathan.blondel@hotmail.com
Cheers
June 19th, 2010 by admin
Hi All,
The spreading of Ray’s ashes will take place at the School on Saturday 3rd July, the day after Grand Day, at 11am. There will be a tree planted and plaque laid by Ray’s son Rhod after which we will all probably adjourn to The Swingate to raise a glass or two to Ray’s memory. This was his favorite watering hole on the many occasions that he attended Grand Day.
I will be flying to Europe on the 26th June and will be staying at the Swingate on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd July
PUD
Slan agus gra
Ted Grant
May 14th, 2010 by admin
Grand Day this will be held on 2nd July 2010. The Reviewing Officer is Admiral Sir Mark Stanhope KCB OBE. For Old Boys’ attending, the parade starts at 1400hrs. Lunch is in the marquee and tea and coffee is served in the Nye Hall.
Edward Grant hopes to scatter the ashes of Past Vice-President Ray Pearson at some time during the day – more details as they are known.
May 5th, 2010 by admin
Ron Bryant MBE JP
23rd November 1933 – 24th April 2010
Ron died peacefully at St. Clare Hospice, Hastingwood and will be very sadly missed by his family and many friends.
The funeral will be held at Parndon Wood Crematorium, Harlow at 3pm on Friday 7th May and afterwards at The Victoria Tavern, Forest Road, Loughton.
Grateful thanks to the District Nurses, MacMillan Nurses and St. Clare Hospice for all their care and expert support.
Family flowers only please – any donations to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution, Macmillan Cancer Support, or St. Clare Hospice c/o Co-op FuneralCare, 178 High Road, Loughton, Essex, IG10 1DN.
March 19th, 2010 by admin
I have recently expanded the DYRMS page on Wikipedia and would appreciate any advice on necessary alterations, errors, and particularly notable alumni and note worthy former headmasters and masters. I am in contact with the school and hope the OBA may be able to help, if only to raise awareness of my aim to expand the school’s Wikipedia page.
Ben Childs, WY 93-97
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March 15th, 2010 by admin
Dear Dukies
This is an important reminder about the upcoming Annual Luncheon due to be held on Saturday 24 April in London.
At the time of the AGM held last Friday, the number of bookings for the luncheon was less than 20. In order to ensure this event is viable, it is important that firm bookings are received by your Hon.Soc.Secretary as soon as possible.
A booking form can be found by clicking HERE
Prior to the luncheon, at 1100 hours in the Main Bar, there will be an opportunity for those interested in the transition of DYRMS to ‘Academy status’ to learn more.
The AGM approved the proposition that an ‘envelope raffle’ will be held at the luncheon with proceeds going to a newly set up service charity, the Mark Wright Project, aimed at helping mentally traumatised service personnel. Cpl Mark Wright GC, 3 Para., received the GC posthumously for gallantry in a terrible minefield incident in Afghanistan.
The AGM also determined that the OBA will aim to support a ‘different’ service charity each year.
Derek Jones
March 8th, 2010 by admin
Hi, I’m Adam Grant, an Old Boy, Roberts 2000-2004.
I’m now in the RAF and along with 3 other serving colleagues have entered a Charity Adventure Race in May. The difference is that we need to get voted into the race by the public. The public vote closes 31 Mar 2010. We are currently laying in 5th place, so the last qualifying team, but only just. We need as many people to vote for us so we can get in, and raise money for Help for Heroes.
I was wondering if you could spread the word among the Old boys network to ask them to vote. It is simply a case of visiting a website, entering your date of birth (age verification) and clicking to vote for our team (Team Riff RAF).
The website can be found by clicking HERE
Are you able to help us here and spread the word, or tweet it, put it on facebook etc. We already have the backing of Selly Oak, H4H, BFBS, and Sgt Slingsby (the Holidays 4 Heroes Bear) to name a few.
Thanks
February 9th, 2010 by admin
Hi all downunderees,
This reunion will be held in Western Australia in early November 2010. The proposed venue is The Rose & Crown Hotel in the beautiful Swan Valley wine region. The hotel, which is heritage listed, is situated in the small town of Guildford about 15 kms from Perth and near the airport. Guildford is renown for it’s antique and collectable shops.
For more information on the hotel go to their website at www.rosecrown.com.au
As I said in my last email, November 2010 seems a long way off, but from past experience we have found that provisional bookings must be made well in advance, especially in popular tourist areas. To those that have already replied to my original email, please ignore this plea, but to those who have not could you please let us know if, all things being equal, you would be likely to attend. A reply from those who would not be able to make it would also be appreciated
The organizers for the reunion are Clive Seager and Terry Thomas of the WA branch. Would you please include them in your reply. Their email addresses are cliveseager@bigbond.com and terrytee@iinet.net.au
Slan
Ted Grant
