Bad News
Moderator: Ian
Bad News
It is with profound sadness that I have to announce that my wife Marianne passed away in hospital just before Christmas following a respiratory illness. Obviously myself, her family and close friends are overcome with grief.
I will keep Bongo Fury running but in the short term will be on restricted hours, Monday and Thursday mornings only. We have nearly 2,000 members, many of whome knew Marianne personally, so I would appreciate it if you do not contact me unless absolutely necessary.
No flowers or cards please, M did not like a fuss. Instead messages of condolence via M's favourite charirty at https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding ... ne-maynard
There will be an opportunity to celebrate Marianne's life at forthcoming club events
Yours in sorrow.
I will keep Bongo Fury running but in the short term will be on restricted hours, Monday and Thursday mornings only. We have nearly 2,000 members, many of whome knew Marianne personally, so I would appreciate it if you do not contact me unless absolutely necessary.
No flowers or cards please, M did not like a fuss. Instead messages of condolence via M's favourite charirty at https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding ... ne-maynard
There will be an opportunity to celebrate Marianne's life at forthcoming club events
Yours in sorrow.
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Thoughts are with you Ian, so sorry to hear the news.
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Thinking of you Jeb and Freda (hope I have the right name)
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I'm deeply sorry to hear about your recent loss Ian.
RIP Marianne
RIP Marianne
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This is very sad news Ian, Marianne will be missed by many. Our thoughts are with you.
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Blimey Ian, that's a shocker, we've known Marianne of course for 15 years or so. Sincere condolences from all of Team Muz.
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Oh Ian
I'm so, so, sorry to hear this.
I really wish I could find some words which would help just a little, can only send our love and say we're thinking of you.
Deepest sympathy from us both.
I'm so, so, sorry to hear this.
I really wish I could find some words which would help just a little, can only send our love and say we're thinking of you.
Deepest sympathy from us both.
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Will miss the giggle, thoughts from us all here
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So sorry, again, to hear the news Ian. Marianne will be sadly missed by all. My thoughts to you all at this sad time. xx
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Oh jeebers, just read this on Facebook and had no idea. Im so very sorry to hear this news Ian and my deepest condolences. You and Marianne have done so much to make the Bongo community what it is today - you are owed a huge debt of thanks.
Mike & Trish x
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Ian, I have never met either you or Marianne but after many years of BF membership it just feels like I know you. My thoughts and condolences are with you at this very sad time.
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So very sorry to hear this. You have created such a beautiful community here and I hope you can lean on it for support in return. Peaceful thoughts to you and your family, with all best wishes.
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Hi Ian, I am very very sorry to hear this. No words will help. I wish you and your family the best that can be and you can only take
it an hour at a time. We have never met in person but I know you seem like a great guy. So sorry to hear this.
it an hour at a time. We have never met in person but I know you seem like a great guy. So sorry to hear this.
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An update on fund raising for the International Committee for Red Cross. We have now raised £2,132 by a combination of the Just Giving page and donations made at the funeral.
https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding ... ne-maynard
https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding ... ne-maynard
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The final tally was £2,450 which has been sent to the Red Cross. Many thanks for your support.
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