OBITUARY: ALAN GARDNER

OBITUARY: ALAN GARDNER (1937-2024)

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Alan Gardner, aged 87, on Saturday  25th May. Alan was the England Fencing Treasurer for a number of years, up to 2009, when  he retired from the position. He received an honorary vice presidency in 2008 in recognition  of his services to England Fencing. 

Alan was a regular presence on the Foil circuit, both UK and overseas, in the 1990s and  2000’s, supporting his daughter Kate; and latterly supporting his granddaughters Isabella  and Alexa. The family have been overwhelmed by the many messages from the fencing  community who remembered him as a larger than life character who had a friendly word for  everyone, and as a caring and gentle giant with an infectious laugh and an all-embracing  bear hug.

The funeral service will be held on Tuesday 25 June 2024 at 11am at St Mary’s Church,  Woodnewton, PE8 5EF, followed by refreshments at Willowbrook, Manor Farm, Apethorpe,  PE8 5DP.  

All are welcome.  

Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Volunteer Action Oundle – www.volunteeractionoundle.org.uk/donate 

Please let the family know if you are planning to attend by email – 

ka********@*****il.com or fb messenger. 

For anyone who would like to leave a message of condolence or to share their memories of  Alan, the family would love to hear them, please use the following online book of  condolence. Reference AlanG – www.alovingtribute.com/t/condolence_messages.  

Alan is survived by his wife, Shirley, his son, Nigel, three daughters, Fiona, Samantha &  Kathryn, and 8 grandchildren. 

Provided by Chris Howser