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Permanent tribute built for 'tireless' fundraiser and volunteer

A memorial plaque has been unveiled in Holyport for a ‘tireless’ fundraiser and volunteer whose good work stretched from the village fair to the Samaritans and SportsAble. Marysia Stone was born on September 25, 1942. She moved from Manchester to ...

11 Apr 2025 at 17:00

Late founder of Maidenhead drama school 'lived in a world of pure imagination'

The late founding principal of a drama school in Maidenhead was honoured at the Olivier Awards this week. A tribute to June Rose, founder of Redroofs School for the Performing Arts, was played during an ‘In Memoriam’ section to remember those in ...

10 Apr 2025 at 13:15

Tributes to Windsor mayoress in 1940s with an ‘incredible love for music’

A former mayoress of Windsor who lived to the age of 97 has been remembered as a ‘lovely mum and granny’ with an ‘incredible love for music’. Elizabeth Swain died on February 22 in a West Sussex care home but had ‘a life-long loyalty to ...

25 Mar 2025 at 12:33

Tributes to 'warm and popular' Holyport man

A ‘warm and popular’ man in the Holyport community has passed away aged 95, having spent his whole life in the village. Gerald Langham’s life began in the Belgian Arms, which would continue to be a place of importance for him over his ...

12 Mar 2025 at 17:00

Tributes paid to much-loved Asian radio star Bob Bajwa

Tributes have been paid to a ‘warm and big-hearted’ radio presenter well-known around Slough. Bob Bajwa was a celebrity on the Asian music circuit, working for Buzz Asia Radio and Hounslow-based Sunrise Radio, a well-known Asian ...

12 Mar 2025 at 17:01

Tributes to former Conservative councillor who was ‘true public servant’

Tributes have been paid to a former Conservative councillor and ‘true public servant’ whose hard work in politics spanned more than 20 years. David Hilton represented the Ascot and Sunninghill community as a borough councillor ...

10 Mar 2025 at 17:50

Daughter pays tribute to 'role model' mum after she passed away aged 107

“Mum was a very happy person, and I will always cherish the memory of the warm smile with which she always greeted me.” These are the words of Sue Atkinson, the daughter of long-standing Maidenhead resident Mary Atkinson who ...

28 Feb 2025 at 06:00

Tributes to RAF veteran who became friendly minibus driver at Burnham Methodist Church

An RAF veteran who spent years in the air force before becoming a friendly face behind the wheel of the Burnham Methodist Church minibus has been remembered by his loved ones. Peter Webb, of Bower Way, served his country ...

21 Feb 2025 at 15:57

Tributes paid to 'incredible' homelessness advocate and kind heart

Tributes have been paid to an ‘incredible advocate’ for homeless people in Slough – well known and well-liked for his positive, kind and caring spirit. Stephen O'Grady knew the challenges of homelessness firsthand. He ...

13 Feb 2025 at 16:28

Maidenhead hockey coach and chairman remembered as 'larger than life' mentor

A ‘larger-than-life’ Maidenhead sportsman has been remembered for his decades of voluntary support for young hockey and cricket players around the area. Colin Raine, former president of Maidenhead and Bray Sports ...

05 Feb 2025 at 17:00

Tributes paid to 'humble' Bray music legend Laurie Holloway

Tributes have been paid to the former musical director of Strictly Come Dancing from Bray who has died at the age of 86. Born in Oldham in 1938, Laurence ‘Laurie’ Holloway was a ‘significant figure in British ...

14 Jan 2025 at 15:24

Family remembers 'glamorous' centenarian of well-known Maidenhead shop

The family of a ‘glamorous’ centenarian have paid tribute to her long life inspired by the movies. After five years at Boulters Lock Residential Care Home, Lila Dear passed away last month, shortly after ...

11 Dec 2024 at 17:31

Beloved Scout and Guide leader, 81, remembered as 'the essence of Cox Green Scouts'

“For us in Cox Green, she was the glue that held us together. Without a doubt.” A long-serving Scout leader, described as ‘the essence of Cox Green Scouts’, has been remembered after her death aged 81. ...

27 Nov 2024 at 17:05

Young doctor 'fell between the cracks' of mental health system, inquest finds

The death of a young doctor ‘who touched the lives of many’ was a tragic example of someone who ‘fell between the cracks’ of the mental health system, a coroner has concluded. Dr Jaipreet Panesar, ...

21 Nov 2024 at 17:42

Memorial fundraiser for much-loved local angler with 'a heart of gold'

A fundraiser has been set up to honour the memory of a ‘top man’ much-loved in the angling community who passed away earlier this month. Paul Hogan, also known widely and fondly by the nickname ...

31 Oct 2024 at 06:01

‘Adored’ Cookham centenarian leaves legacy of ‘class and courage’

Tributes have been paid to an ‘adored’ Cookham resident who lived with ‘class and courage’, after her death at the age of 100-years-old. Evelyn Dunn celebrated her centenary birthday on April ...

18 Oct 2024 at 17:00

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