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Keith Wardle — funeral details

The funeral details for the popular conductor have been released.

Wardle
 

The funeral of Keith Wardle will take place at St. Mary's Church, Edwinstowe, Nr Mansfield, Notts on Wednesday the 11th June at 2:00pm, followed by burial in the Forest Cemetery.

Keith’s wish was to have flowers from close family only.

If you would like to contribute in lieu of flowers, an account has been set up to accept your donations.

Following the service and burial, there will be a chance to mix and mingle at the Thoresby Social Club, Fourth Avenue, Edwinstowe, where we would hope to meet attendees of the service and share a few memories and storiesWardle family

Fund

The “Keith Wardle Memorial Fund” will be available for you to send in to via Mr G. Cowley, 180 Fourth Avenue, Edwinstowe, Mansfield, Notts. NG21 9NS, the proceeds of which will be used to purchase a Memorial Trophy in Keith’s name with the total remainder of the money being put toward the continuing fund raising efforts of the Thoresby Youth Band.

Following the service and burial, there will be a chance to mix and mingle at the Thoresby Social Club, Fourth Avenue, Edwinstowe, where we would hope to meet attendees of the service and share a few memories and stories.

For any further details, please contact mark@smudgeproductions.com

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