Yesterday’s
Remembrance Sunday service at the village War Memorial yesterday was well
supported by our community.
Once again,
the service was taken by our Lay Minister, John Scholefield, who recalled all
those from our village who sacrificed their lives during both World Wars.
Air
Marshall Sue Gray led the laying of the wreaths, including a number of our
village youngsters, and John Lewis kindly organised all the necessary technical
support.
Following
the service, many joined our ‘Chearsley Remembers’ celebration at the Village
Hall. Thanks to the many who helped in providing ‘refreshments for the troops’.
The event
provided those attending with an opportunity to enjoy a fascinating range of
‘memorabilia’, providing broader insights into the realities of life in those
difficult times. In particular, Fenella Tillier, Gladys Arnott, John Scholefied
and Alan Mitchener shared memories from their own families’ involvement during
the Great War.
Alan also
paid his own tribute to a number from our own community who gave such valuable
service to their country during World War Two, as well as sharing with us some
of his own still vivid experiences living as a young child in London during
those difficult years.
He also
urged us to remember all those who have suffered in the many conflicts which
have taken place since that time and indeed continue to do so to this day.
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