Alan Trinder has sent in this obituary from the Guardian, authored by one of Don’s daughters My father, Don Chapman, who has died aged 91, was a feature writer who entertained many readers with his witty use of words.
Tag: Boys/RIP
Robert Lawrence (1896-1904)
From an article in The Times for 2 Dec 1971 DR ROBERT LAWRENCE Missionary in China W.G.B. writes: Courage and abiding love of service to God and country and his family, dominated Robert Lawrence, who died recently at Swanage.
Norway honours composer
OXFORD MAIL – Wednesday January 8th, 2003, p13 by Monica Sloan Noted musician wins knighthood AN ACCLAIMED musician and composer from Oxford has received a knighthood from the King of Norway.
Robin Kemp (1933-39/40)
Tony Jones writes: “Robin played for the Old Oxford Citizens R.F.C. for several years. He served in the Fleet Air Arm as a pilot and did his training at Culham Air Field. He owned a small plane and was flying until recently. He was in business as a Surveyor and Valuer.”
Michael Phelps (1941-48)
Michael played scrum-half for the First XV in 1945, 1946 and in 1947
Tony Jennings (1945-52)
Mike Chew writes: “Tony was an indefatigable worker as a member of the COSA Dinner Committee, arranging the Autumn Reunions along with his wife, and we have much to tank them for. We shall miss Tony.”
Michael Blackler (1935-39)
Mike Chew writes: “Michael was one of the oldest of COSA’s Old Boys when he passed away in 2012.”
John Nettell (1941-46)
David Cook writes: “John will be remembered by those who knew him as a tall private person, who was devoted to the Scout Movement when school demands were completed. He died after a period of illness with cancer.”
Maurice Croxon (1944-48)
Alan Trinder (1944-51) writes: “Maurice was in my form at School and was known for his sense of humour. He attended the COSA Reunions, until back trouble prevented him from driving. He lived in Havant. This photo shows Maurice (seated) at one of the Reunions. He should also be remembered as a founding member of… Continue reading Maurice Croxon (1944-48)
Jim Fleetwood (1946-51)
Bryan Webb (1945-50) writes: “Jim had lived in Canada for many years. Jim, Bryan and David Green last visited Oxford in 2012. He died in 2014.”