Difference between revisions of "Bernard & Kitty Houghton"
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They lived at [[The Vicarage]], later called [[Lacey House]] when a new Vicarage was built. | They lived at [[The Vicarage]], later called [[Lacey House]] when a new Vicarage was built. | ||
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| + | '''Hallmark June 1981. A Great Farewell, but a sad departure''' by Ted Janes Hallmark editor | ||
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| + | I went to the farewell party for the Reverend and Mrs Houghton, and as always when I go to any of our village functions I marvel how well we do things. This farewell was no exception. The cake made by Rosemary Oliver was in the shape of an open bible with inscription in icing, such a work of art that it was a shame to cut it. A cheque for £465 was presented to the vicar, and in a speech of thanks he recalled his happy 20 years in the Parish, his successes and disappointments. | ||
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| + | Not being a member of his flock, I know nothing of his ecclesiastical merits or shortcomings, but I do know that I feel I have lost a friend, a man who, particularly in the last few years, wasn't physically able, but always conscious that a vicar should be interested, involved and offering leadership in Parish affairs. | ||
Revision as of 06:06, 7 November 2023
Bernard Houghton was the one of The Vicars of St.John's Lacey Green
Bernard & Kitty Houghton came to Lacey Green in 1961, staying until 1981.
They lived at The Vicarage, later called Lacey House when a new Vicarage was built.
Hallmark June 1981. A Great Farewell, but a sad departure by Ted Janes Hallmark editor
I went to the farewell party for the Reverend and Mrs Houghton, and as always when I go to any of our village functions I marvel how well we do things. This farewell was no exception. The cake made by Rosemary Oliver was in the shape of an open bible with inscription in icing, such a work of art that it was a shame to cut it. A cheque for £465 was presented to the vicar, and in a speech of thanks he recalled his happy 20 years in the Parish, his successes and disappointments.
Not being a member of his flock, I know nothing of his ecclesiastical merits or shortcomings, but I do know that I feel I have lost a friend, a man who, particularly in the last few years, wasn't physically able, but always conscious that a vicar should be interested, involved and offering leadership in Parish affairs.