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I’m very happy to say that the Science Museum collection team have said “yes” to Dad’s archive that we packaged up for assessment a few months ago.

I’m relieved and I know it meant a great deal to Dad/Richard.

I may post on here asking for some help identifying objects in more detail, as it would be good to get as full a picture as possible on each item, and I’m definitely not the person for that job, so over to you scientists and engineers when the time comes.

 

Mary

Richard Epworth’s funeral will be on Tuesday March 13th at Pardon Wood Crematorium, Harlow, Essex and Greenacres Epping Forest, and all are welcome to join us.

The cremation service begins at Parndon Wood at 10:45, and then we will all move to Greenacres  (actually closer to North Weald) to celebrate his life in the beautiful woodland setting at 13:00.

We don’t need any flowers, anyone who wants to contribute something can make a donation to charity direct to the funeral directors, Daniel Robinson and sons, or make a donation in person on the day. We’ll also have some copies of his book “Bottleneck” for sale and any money raised there will be put to good causes.

Mary

 

Mary here, Richard’s daughter.

Dad “Moved on” (his words) peacefully in his sleep in the small hours of this morning, Feb 17th.

He had a full life by anyone’s measure, and was particularly moved by all the lovely messages, comments, visits and calls he received. He told me he felt very lucky to have so many lovely friends.

Love to all from me, Paul, Lavinia and the extended family.

 

 

 

 

 

Mary here again.

Dad’s still here, still aware and making the most of everything as only he can.

It’s quite hard for him to find words now but he’s enjoying conversation and company and having the odd giggle, and savouring pieces of dark chocolate with marzipan.

He sends a big wave and a smile from his sunny conservatory.

Hi!

Mary here, Richard’s daughter.

Dad’s been declining over the last week or so, and today he gave us quite a scare, fitting and remaining unconscious for long enough to make us all gather at his bedside.

Then he gradually rallied, and is currently, I’m happy to say, shoulder and eyebrow dancing to his absolute favourite new artist, Ed Sheeran. He’s been full of joy, laughing and enjoying good company.

He’d like to say thank you and goodbye to all his friends. In his words, “Signing out”.

Anything you want to say here I can pass on, he’s all ears.

Thank you for all of the love you’ve been sending.

The complexity of the additional complexity of my situation, feels like it might just be a distraction from good honest feelings.

I now feel the need to get out of my head and find a more emotional basis.

I’m aiming for a more relaxed outlook on life.

Richard

I’m feeling OK, getting quite tired and am just trying to relax as much as possible and enjoy the view of my lovely garden. I’m still happy to read messages and comments, but might not be able to reply, but it’s nice to know you are all out there.

Difficult night last night  due to several reasons : 3 cold walls, cold duvet cover, nose bleed! Food overload.

 

Awoķe to the most beautiful of snow scenes. Stayed home, uncertain of road conditions. Dougal and Ķelly arrived late, the night before. Just in time!

 

I had a very puzzling experience following my first awake period. I was confused but failed to comprehend why. Very disturbing.. Was this mý first example of cognitve decline?. All subsequent awake periods (2 hrs) were normal.

Perhaps I should monitor this more closely.