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powerhouse Oakham in the Schools Cup. Oakham’s coach Ian Smith (Former Leicester Tigers captain, coach and a giant of the game) wanted to go on record and highlight the “dignity” and “honour” The Perse side showed once the final whistle had blown. There was no sprinting around the pitch in celebration, only handshakes in acknowledgement of a shared part in a thrilling contest. The team’s behaviour was an extension of Tommy’s persona and a reflection of his character; highly competitive and yet extremely humble, with respect for all. As staff we will always remember Tommy for his astonishing ability on the sports field, the confidence he gave to those around him and his incredible knack for storytelling, inevitably reaching its crescendo with his infectious giggle leaving everyone in tears of laughter along with him. Tommy made it his priority to put others around him first. He will be remembered as a gifted sportsman and teacher but his natural gift to reach out and leave a lasting mark on those around him will remain in the memories of those within The Perse community forever. Tommy sadly died on 18 February 2021. We keep his wife Rachel and three sons Oliver, Harry and Wilf in our thoughts.
This list was up-to-date when we went to print. Obituaries may be read in full on Alumnet.
We remember Alan A Abraham (1946) died 8 May 2020, aged 92 years. Nicholas F Bassett (2002) died 28 September 2020, aged 36 years. Howard A Bird (1963) died January 2021, aged 75 years. Richard W Bowett (1975) died 2020, aged 63 years. James R Bullen (1974) died December 2020, aged 64 years.
Recent events In recent months the Alumni and Development Office have hosted lots of virtual events for alumni to enjoy: Pint of Perse Seminars* Our Pint of Perse Seminars promote intellectual curiosity within our alumni community, including topics about indigenous communities and the size of infinity. Seminars can be enjoyed anywhere in the world and are accessible to all ages.
Anthony G Chaplin (1952) died 26 July 2019, aged 87 years. John R George (1954) died August 2020, aged 84 years. John G Hughes (1944) died October 2020, aged 92 years. Basil A Jarvis (1952) died 2020, aged 88 years. Charles R Lachlan (1950) died 2020, aged 87 years.
Virtual Reunions Over the last six months we have seen a number of Classes reunite over Zoom to share their stories from during and after The Perse. If you would like to virtually reunite with your peers from school, do not hesitate to get in touch.
Anthony P Langford (1944) died 2 December 2020, aged 93 years. Roger A Neaves (1951) died 31 October 2018, aged 85 years. Maurice F Pillinger (1954) died 28 November 2020, aged 84 years. Jeffrey J Reed (1962) died 12 November 2020, aged 76 years. Geoffrey W Roughton (1947) died 23 January 2021, aged 91 years. 23
Community Lecture* Professor Wolfgang Emmerich from University College London and Co-Founder of the Zühlke Group delivered a webinar on ‘Mobile Phone Apps become Medical Devices: the tale of the Covid-19 App’. * EVENT RECORDING IS AVAILABLE TO WATCH ON ALUMNET
