We all know it's there but we choose not to talk about it. Cancer.
As Pretty Officer Sue and I return to our aquatic adventure it is with the sad knowledge that a good friend, and avid reader of this blog, has succumbed to the dreaded big 'C'.
Chris Pickering died last Monday at 4.00 pm.
Chris was a kind genourous man, loving husband to Ann and father to Charlotte and James,and a very dear friend to many, of which I am honoured to include myself.
Chris's conduct throughout was a great lesson to us all. Up to the very end he showed dignity and fortitude, never complaining about the unfairness of it all, but accepting it and making the very best out of an awful situation.
Along with his wicked sense of humour we will never forget Chris's love of rugby nor his dislike of soccer. I am sure it is no coincedence that the funeral clashes with the opening match in South Africa. Looks like he has the last laugh!
Chris, it was a real pleasure knowing you and may you rest in peace in that great marina in the sky.
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ReplyDeleteDitto Toby
ReplyDeleteHe was a good bloke
ReplyDeleteI have to tell you all that he was a wonderful husband and father and that we are all just absolutely numb. Thank you all for your kind words. His Thanksgiving Service is at St. Andrew's church, Oakshade Road, Oxshott, Surrey, KT22 0LE at 1.00pm on Friday 11th June, 2010 and if any of you are able to attend; our family would dearly love to see you there.
ReplyDeleteLots of love to all,
Ann, Charlotte & James xxx
On the above subject, if anyone wants to sponsor me in a triathlon in honour of two Chriseses that have been taken by the big C, see http://www.justgiving.com/Toby-King0
ReplyDeleteMany Thanks.