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He spent many years as Head of Facilities at the Isle of Wight College in Newport. Tom passed away at home with his family by his side, he was not in pain or discomfort, Tom was just 29. He was succeeded by Professor Harry Hanham from 1985 to 1995 when Professor William Ritchie OBE came to Lancaster from her 'beloved Scotland'. His research interests were in the theory of superconductors. An obituary for Ivor was published in the South Leeds Life Online. Greta Bramley was the senior of the two, coming into post with the opening of the Health Centre and staying there until the arrangement came to an end in 1990.The facility was particularly valuable at examination time, when invigilators supervised students who were too ill to be in a formal examination hall taking written examinations. She taught at the department of government and politics at the University of Maryland (1985-2000) and then went as professor to Miami University in Oxford, Ohio based in the department of political science. Find an obituary, get service details, leave condolence messages or send flowers or gifts in memory of a loved one. His full obituary can be viewed in the This Day publication, CBE for services to the community in Lancashire in the 2010 New Years Honours List, His full obituary appears on the BBC Sport website. His full obituary appeared in The Guardian. Paul lived in Malaysia where he ran his own consulting business, having earlier in his career lectured at Blackpool and Fylde College and then in Singapore. He was a Professor of Language Education and the Dean and Head of School of the School of Education from May 2012 to February 2016, before leaving to assume the position of Dean of the Arts Faculty at the University of Zululand. He later moved to the University of Manchester and then part-time at the Alliance Manchester Business School. Mark was a high flying undergraduate with the great John Fine at the University of Michigan who came with fellowships and scholarships to do a PhD at Cambridge, under the also great F.H. He was one of the great scholars of Yugoslavia and a profoundly engaged figure in the years after its dissolution. He regularly called in on former colleagues during his visits to the UK and on one of the last of them was particularly glad to learn of the plans to revive chemistry at Lancaster. Sally Hollis, former staff member died in June 2019. Thanks to her experience, enthusiasm and determination, the library became the first school of its kind to be awarded the Warwickshire Gold Standard for outstanding provision. His wife Margaret predeceased him in 2011 and he is survived by two daughters, Hilary and Joanna, his grand children and his late-life partner Clare. He formally retired in 1998, though, after retirement, he came to the University every week until all his doctoral students had obtained their degrees, and continued to lecture to the MSc course for a decade. Paul spent the last 30 years of his life living in the Isle of Dogs. Betty Keller Ferruzza, 83, of East Hempfield Township, died peacefully on Tuesday, January 25, 2022 with her husband and sons at her bedside. Seconded by DHSS to the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis in Vienna in 1979, he met and married Jeannette Weiss Lindsay; they were married for 34 years, and their two children have carried on his legacy of dedication to the public good. David made seminal contributions to this field; including being the first scientist to investigate a link between the formation of amyloid plaques in the brain and Alzheimers disease. He came to Lancaster after his regional role to start his MSc in Quantitative Finance. Deaths He had a keen interest in the Beatles and celebrated his 64th birthday in Paul's old house in Liverpool. They spanned its early rapid development, the retrenchment and recovery from the Thatcher years and the successful push for research intensity in the late 1980s. In 1976 he took a year's sabbatical and gained an MA in Education, returning to Media Services as Director of Media Services and University Copyright Officer. Judith Kirk, ne Smallwood (English, 1979, Pendle) died in September after suffering with MS for many years. Dave Checkley (MSc Biological Sciences, 1976, County) passed away on February 21 2020. His research was the study of condensed matter devices for detecting photons and particles of astrophysical origin. Wendy Francis former Departmental Officer for Politics, Philosopher and Religion, passed away on 15 November 2020. He was an accomplished musician, sailor, and was the life and soul of the party. He is survived by his wife Selina, his two sons Hugh and Neil, and three grandchildren, Benedict, Clara, and Lily. ), Margaret Gardner full obituary (internal news.). Gabriel Epstein, one of the original architects of the University died on 25 July 2017. Simon Hanley (History, 1984, Fylde) died on his 60th birthday, New Years Eve 2022, in Barcelona, following a short but bravely fought battle with cancer. WebPassed away suddenly in the Royal Lancaster infirmary on 13th May 2022. Michael Mumford, Senior Lecturer in Accounting and Finance, died on 28 June 2020, aged 80.After taking degrees at the universities of Liverpool and McMaster, Michael came to Lancaster in 1972, to join what was then a department of Financial Control, and subsequently Accounting and Finance. Her ashes were laid to rest on April 7 near her home in Fontenay-sous-Bois, Paris. As the Physics Building is now being extended, Marks oak tree has been moved with care to an area of the campus which is designated as a memorial woodland. His vision and energy gave the department a flying start. Results for 'obituary' | Lancaster Guardian | Publication Jeevan joined Claudio Paoloni, Head of Engineerings research group in November 2018 to work on the development of novel sub-THz travelling wave tubes. After graduating, Paul pursued a long and successful career in fund management, most latterly managing the pension fund for British Gas. Born in Surrey he grew up in Claygate. He gained a first degree in the University of Botswana in Physics and Mathematics. Husband of Susie (nee Susan Davis, Culture & Communication, 1996, Pendle), father of Lydia and Eleanor and brother of Diane (Biological Sciences, 1984, Fylde). Andie and Mark were contemporaries at Lancaster University both graduating in 1988. In August 1964 he joined the academic staff in the Physics dept. Mr Cockburns insight into and knowledge of the universitys finances caused him to anticipate the problems that were to manifest themselves in the cash flow problems of 1996. Quietly efficient and working long hours, he was effective and prudent. After retirement, Stephen continued in active church service at St James, Shireshead, Forton. His scholarly output was such that he became a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society, and even of the Royal Society of Arts There are also generations of students, not just at Lancaster, who had benefited considerably from his scholarship and teaching. His generosity, humour and kind nature will be missed by all that knew him. She was also our key go-to person supporting media statistics for REF and a friendly face in the TV and radio studios. He retired from being a full-time academic in 2014 shortly after being deservedly awarded a Distinguished Professorship. Professor Margaret Canovan, a former member of the Politics Department passed away on June 16 at the age of 79. Tony should not only be remembered for his role as Safety Officer, but for his major contributions to life at the University. His specialism was Banach algebras and, following the precedent of Barry Johnson, he developed automatic continuity theory for homomorphisms. I went to the porter's lodge to collect the keys to my room after an exhausting journey and it was there I met Aaron the then Assistant Dean who kindly offered to walk me to my new place. Born in Morpeth but raised in Grantham, Simon was a lifelong Newcastle United fan. Family Announcements, Newspaper Notices | Your Local Paper He got to make the real difference when he became political advisor to Paddy Ashdown, the international High Representative in charge of the country. Obituaries Paul, or as he was usually known PJ, started his University life in 1985 living in Block 2. WebWe would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us. Outside of work Andie enjoyed a busy social life, she was a keen cook, had a soft spot for dogs, loved holidays, walking and festivals. He worked as a teacher in Hampshire before joining the Advisory service, working in London and finally Shropshire. We didn't realise it then, but he was only 5 or 6 years older than most of his students. Throughout her time at Lancaster, Liliana displayed a work ethic, determination, and personal qualities which won her the admiration and friendship of her supervisors as well as her colleagues. Chris took his first degree in Economics at Exeter and came to Lancaster to study the new MA in Marketing, staying on to become an assistant lecturer in October 1967, and then lecturer, in Marketing. Mr Thompson, a former Vice-Chairman of J. Bibby and Sons PLC and Fothergill-Harvey PLC, became Chairman and subsequently Treasurer of the Finance Committee in September 1983, and continued until July 1993. Since his retirement David was in demand and held many temporary contracts with WMS in teaching from 2007 to March 2013. Professor Shaun Fisher, member of the Department of Physics died on 4 January 2015. Links to Obituaries and Funeral Notices in Victoria, NSW, Queensland, SA, NT and Tasmania. In 1980 Harry returned to this country and quickly became a leader in his field here, at first at the University of Warwick, and later at London South Bank University, where he was a professor of sociology. He was appointed to the council in 1993 and was chairman of the Audit Committee at the time when Lancaster was facing cash flow problems in the mid-1990s. Alexander Geoffrey Thompson, OBE, Honorary Graduate and former University Treasurer, died on 5 January 2018 after a long illness. From 2000-2006, with Ray Paul, he was the editor of the European Journal of Information Systems. He had not been well for some time and suffered from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Following a period as a lecturer at Glasgow, he joined Leeds University in 1973 where he helped to establish a group in functional analysis. He retired in 1996 and was made an honorary professorial fellow, later returning in a part-time capacity until 2004. He joined the Security and Porter team in 2017 and started off his career with the University as a porter at Chancellors Wharf moving on to Bailrigg Campus in September 2018.Chris was a popular member of team and was more of a friend than a colleague to many. Dr Peter Lucas, former staff member, died suddenly on 1 September 2022, aged 77, whilst climbing in the Lake District. He took first-class honours in Mathematics from Jesus College Cambridge in 1949 and then went to the Royal College of Music for three years. The wider low-temperature community has responded to this loss with many messages of support from around the world. On the first day at Lancaster soon-to-be friend, Amy found herself cloud watching with Andie. Lancaster University main obituaries page, https://www.theguardian.com/books/2021/nov/24/david-craig-obituary, Jill's full obituary and tributes (Internal news), Tributes from former colleagues (internal news. He was involved in the development of the alumni programme at Lancaster and served for many years on the Court of the University. In Memoriam Admiral Sir John Kerr, former member of the University Council and the Audit Committee, died on 2 December 2019. Charlie came to Lancaster in 1969 and was a part of that generation of working-class mature students, with a strong grounding in left-wing politics and trade unionism, which had a major impact on the culture of the new university. He became interested in the study of high energy photons and worked at Daresbury and at CERN, where he was a spokesperson of a large collaboration that drew on his ability to build good relations within a team. Bobs PhD was an early contribution to visual interactive simulation and interactive model building. He retired in 2007 but continued his involvement with the ATLAS experiment as an Emeritus staff member. She was the strong heart at the centre of the office, ensuring that process was followed, file records were correct and that the thousands of students from dozens of institutions with which the University partnered could be confident that their Lancaster awards were as secure and accurate as any coming from the Bailrigg campus. April 13, 2023. His funeral took place in Northamptonshire. As a student of both academia and life, his achievements were vast and varied. He received an honorary DSc from Lancaster in 1996. He was a founder member of the University and a much-valued member of the Environmental Sciences family and played a great part in helping many of his peers keep their feet on the ground with his sense of humour and understatement. Upon completion of his research in York in 1983, he returned to the Department of Biological Sciences at Lancaster where he held a number of short-term research posts investigating the effects of pollution on plant growth working with Professor Terry Mansfield FRS. A full tribute can be read on the Guardian website. Mario Soares, Honorary Graduate Mario Soares LLD (Honoris Causa) 1986, former Prime Minister of Portugal, died on Saturday 7 January aged 92. Full obituary on the Lancaster University obituaries page. Stephie Barber, who worked in the Research Support Office from 2016-2019 sadly passed away on 22 May 2021. Senior Lecturer and colleague, Gavin Hyman's personal tribute, Dr Aaron Stuart Hunsberger (Psychology Cartmel, 2008, MSc Psychological Research Methods, Graduate 2009, PhD Psychology, Graduate, 2016) passed away on 13 November 2020 at the age of 52. He took up office at Lancaster while the university was managing the cash flow problems of 1996 and assisted with the process of its rapid recovery. His charisma, together with his intellectual brilliance, his sharpness of mind, and his exceptional clarity of exposition made him an extraordinarily gifted teacher and a spellbinding lecturer.' She subsequently transferred to work in the Faculty of Health and Medicine in 2015, and later, Student and Education Services. Brendan Stuart (MA Religious Studies, 2010, BA Religious Studies, 2009, Furness) died after a battle with cancer on 20 December 2018. He also won the respect of his history tutors, and his degree carried him to Sussex University to pursue a doctorate. When Aaron came back to pick up his doctorate certificate in 2014, he shared a lot about his new life in Japan and his passion for teaching. Among his many positions, he has been chairman of the South African arm of the global BHP Billiton mining company, an important post given that South Africa has the largest mineral reserves in the world. During her placement, and in true Rachel spirit, she researched and co-devised a course with fellow graduate Tom Morley - Ready for University? an online resource designed to give new students an insight into what university life is really like. Jill's full obituary and tributes (Internal news), Professor M. Alexander Stewart, Professor of the History of Philosophy died on 30 July aged 83. She had been part of the very first intake at Lancaster along with future husband, Peter Catchpole and had been part of student debating and other college organisations. This scholarship placed him among the leading figures in economic history in Britain.Maurice came to Lancaster from Stirling University in 1985. Meeting Dick could though, be a surprise. Click here to read the most recent funeral listings. Very early on he appointed a Medical Officer, Dr R.M. WebOBITUARY Mrs. M. A. Helme, Almost life-long resident Lancaster, Mrs. Mary Ann Helme, of 94 Dale Street. He was a much-loved actor, director and teacher. Her father commented that her greatest asset was her voice and communication skills and the last two months of her life were the most difficult as she had lost her speech and her ability to communicate. Robin was a member of the former Geography department for about 20 years prior to leaving for a Chair at St Andrews in the 1990s. Mandy Gates, Digital Skills Training Assistant in ISS passed away on 24 August 2019. He kept up his interest in politics, history and wargaming throughout his life. He quickly made his mark as a scholar who identified central questions in British economic history - and addressed them in a craftsman-like way, producing at a brisk but steady pace six major books, three edited collections and many articles, all widely seen as robust and original in their underlying research and sound in their judgements. After graduation, Lewis returned to the North East, and after a few years as a teaching assistant, qualified to become a much-loved and highly-respected history teacher at a secondary school in Teesside. It has also showcased her talent as a writer. We feel Stephie won't mind us encouraging donations to MyelomaUK in her memory. Following his doctorate, Paul was appointed as a research Fellow at Cranfield University, and later at Manchester University, before his appointment as Senior Lecturer in Risk Management and Project Cost Management at Manchester. She brightened the office and lives of all she came into contact with and was most likely single handily responsible for ensuring that Wallings stayed open all year round. - Legacy.com/United-Kingdom/ finding and sharing news of deaths in your community announcements.lep.co.uk announcements.lep.co.uk Log In or Create new account He graduated from Lancaster after studying a BA in Educational Studies and Religious Studies in 1992, returned to do an MA in Education which was completed in 2002, and was awarded a PhD in 2007. During the 90s Simons Palmer was regarded as one of the UK's most creative advertising agencies working with clients such as Nike, PlayStation, Virgin Atlantic and Wrangler. An obituary written by Steve Kempster appears on the Lancaster University website. Legal Notice | on campaigns. He started with two years living in Germany where he enthusiastically espoused the language and the culture. Click here for a full obituary which appeared in the York Press. Andie is highly regarded by her clients and professionals including solicitors, barristers and Judges. Norman joined the 1970 as Head of the English Department until 1982. was conferred on him in July 1994. She started in October 2005 as a member of the ICT Focus team in InfoLab21 and moved to the Training team in the new ISS building in 2010. Painstaking and careful field and laboratory work led to the overturning of long held views about sea-level changes in the area and in addition to securing him his PhD, initiated a steady stream of academic articles and two books on the topic with the latest appearing in 2013. His talents included an ability to integrate the world of practice with the world of theory enabling him to make a significant and lasting impact on the students that he taught and supervised. It is a testimony to his passion for teaching and education that he continued to work throughout his illness. There he retrained as a doctor at Kings College, then he travelled the world, eventually settling in Australia. In 2000 Andie met future husband Mark Blewitt who was visiting Lancaster for an old boys rugby game. I think I bumped into him once in a bar in Vienna. Professor E. Roland Dobbs, a founder Professor of Physics at Lancaster passed away on 24 October 2016. It is a mark of his affection for the college that, when Mr Cockburn retired, he asked that any contribution to a leaving present be used not for the fishing rods colleagues had anticipated, but for the Cartmel College Bursaries Fund.In 1981 the founding University Secretary, A. Stephen Jeffreys, retired and Mr Cockburn was appointed in his place. De Friday 7th (19) Margaret Gardner full obituary (internal news.). Dave Checkley full obituary (cave and karst science.). He served on University Court from 2009-2013 and on Senate from 2011-2013.

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