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Posted:
Tuesday 9th February 2010
Source: Derrick Foan
Our prayers are with you Les and while our hearts are searching
for the right thing to say and do, perhaps we can find some
solace in reminding ourselves what a wonderful example you set
in always saying and doing the right thing, whatever the
situation that presents itself.
Rare is it that someone gives so much and asks for so little in
return. You have provided fantastic support to the Bradninch
sporting fraternity over the years, and while current Cricket
Club members will be aware and grateful for all the devoted work
you do on the pavilion and the ground, some of the older members
will recollect that it was Football that first introduced you to
Bradninch Sports & Social Club.
You were the backbone of the Football Club for many years
and it was this association that drew you to the game of
cricket. Starting as an occasional player you worked hard to
earn a regular place in the Saturday and Sunday league sides.
Seldom have we seen someone so dedicated and determined,
spending countless hours bowling at a single stump, attending
every practice session and learning as much as you could by
sharing time in the nets with senior players and coaches.
All the hard work and dedication paid off with many notable
performances and I know how much you enjoyed all those wickets
Les, while also appreciating the value of tying an end up and
helping the bowler at the other end prosper.
We have come a long way together over the last decade and there
is still much to do, but it is people like you Les that make a
real difference.
All our love and support to Les, Bernadette, Lucy, Tara and
their family.
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