A Lovely Lady

Just prior to our departure, from the UK, we received the sad news that PDG, 9520, Bob Norhtcote had passed away. Bob and Margaret were scheduled to be Richard’s host and full credit to the committee for quickly and quietly, in consultation with Margaret, rescheduling Richard to stay with Milton and Janette Lewis. We were very appreciative of the committee’s swift action and particularly grateful to Milton and Janette for stepping in at the last minute. We of course had not met Margaret but we really felt for her and asked if the committee would pass on our condolences and also asked if there would be any opportunity fro us to meet up with her. In the event Margret was a great supporter and attended a number of our activities and I came to know her quite well even meeting her new puppy, a labradoodle called Amber. With Bob she has been a great supporter of GSE for many years and gave me much encouragement for the start of this Exchange programme with Campelltown RC. Her courage at this difficult time was an inspiration to us all and a tribute to Bob. She is a lovely lady and receiving considerable support from her many friends in Rotary and we wish her well for the future - Ray