A “fit and healthy” Royal Mail worker, who had been “loved by everyone” and made “everything fun” was tragically found dead at his home in Plymouth last year, an inquest has heard. Barry George Thomas Thorne, 36, described as a “ray of light” by his family had told a close …
Read More »Robert Gillmor, ornithologist and wildlife illustrator who drew the original RSPB avocet logo – obituary
His work over the years included sketches, paintings, linocuts, book covers, posters, cards and mugs – even soft furnishings – all showing the beauty of the natural world. Always immaculately executed, it was usually bold in design, with clear lines and subtle yet vibrant colours. The sheer volume of Gillmor’s …
Read More »The Rolling Stones to get “Stamp of Approval” by Royal Mail
UK: The Rolling Stones, described by fans as “the greatest rock and roll band in the world”, will certainly get a lot of satisfaction from the set of 12 stamps Royal Mail are bringing out on January 22 to mark 60 years of their existence. The stamps feature concerts they …
Read More »Heartbreak as former Royal Mail worker and ‘gentle giant’ dies suddenly
Heartfelt tributes have been paid to a popular ‘gentle giant’ with a heart of gold who has sadly died. Ryan Hall, who has been described as a proud uncle to his four-year-old niece, Paige, passed away on Monday, December 7. Friends of Ryan, who was an avid Spurs fan, have …
Read More »Tributes to Royal Mail worker in Plymouth’s latest funeral announcements
A former Royal Mail worker and a 100-year-old woman have been paid tribute to in the latest funeral and death announcements. In total, 35 touching messages have flooded in for 33 Plymouth people who have recently died. Six other heartfelt messages have been posted into the funeral notices section of …
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