RIP Don Taylor 1936-2012
We are very sad to report the death of Don Taylor earlier to-day.5.7.2012.
Don was a Life member of our club and a former International Athlete who held the British Record for the 10,000 metres at 28mins.52.4secs.from 1963 until 1965.
The club sends our condolences to his family.
There is to be a funeral and thanksgiving service for Don’s remarkable life to which you are most welcome to attend.
On Wednesday 18th July 2012 at 11 am at St Martin’S Church, Church Road, West Drayton UB7 JPT
Don supported many charities but of them all, those closest to his heart were:
- The Primary Club – The cricketers’ charity that raises money to provide sports and recreational facilities for the visually impaired – www.primaryclub.org
- The Camphill Village Trust Ltd – A UK charity supporting adults with learning disabilities and special needs living in 11 communities throught the UK – www.cvt.org.uk
- Hammersmith Hospital Kidney Patients’ Association – A Uk Charity for patients and carers of kidney patients at Hammersmith Hospital, London – www.hammersmithkpa.org.uk
If you would like to give something in Don’s memory for any of these charities please send your donation to Grimsteads Funeral Directors, Swan Road, West Drayton UB7 7JZ
