Remembering our friend and colleague, Barclay Mason

member of the emergency department (ED) team. Originally at Parndon Wood Crematorium. Due to social distancing measures, the service was held in private. Barclay's funeral procession passed through the hospital on the day, starting at the main entrance off of 4th Avenue so that all could pay their respects. The sanctuary room was also made available at this time for quiet reflection, with social distancing observed at all times. Barclay was then flown home to New Zealand for a burial in his hometown of Christchurch. On 30 December, a group of Barclay's colleagues attended a socially distanced ceremony at the sanctuary room, during which

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Maori blessing, shared with us by Barclay is remembered for his love of the countryside and travelling the UK in his camper van. Anyone wishing to make a donation to chosen charity, The National Trust, in his memory, can do so via Daniel Robinson funeral directors.

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