Catherine Bailey - Oakengates 567

It is with great sadness we have to report the death of Catherine Bailey. She has fought cancer for many years. She was a member of Oakengates Circle and then Tangent since its formation thirty years ago. She was chairman twice. We will all miss her friendly, helpful personality, always willing to help others, never complaining about her illness. Our thoughts are with her family at this sad time.

Peggy Hawker - Northampton Nene 519.

Peggy was a founder member and three times chairman of Northampton Tangent, a club which joined together with Northampton Nene some years ago. In addition to being a very active and committed Tangent member she also undertook a great deal of work in the community. She was a social worker by profession and in her own time set up ‘Footlights’, a drama group for people with various types of disability. She was also a member of the Mothers Union and travelled the world in support of its aims. She was ill for some time and sadly died in November 2011 at the age of 84.

Jean Rees - Tettenhall 332

Jean Rees died on 26th December, having suffered ill health for four years. Despite her health, Jean attended Tettenhall Tangent Club No 332 and was quietly supportive over several years.

Jean was originally from South Wales but moved to the Midlands with her husband, Ken, who worked in banking. Apart from her sons, Jon and Nick and their families, Jean’s other love was Bridge.

A Memorial Service for family and friends will be held on 24th February.

Sheila Clatworthy - Wythall 681

Founder chairman in 1975 of Wythall Tangent 681

Gladys Bundock - Loughton 361

Loughton 361 are sad to announce the death of Gladys Bundock, former Chairman and Treasurer.Gladys was a member of Loughton Tangent for many years. She was Chairman twice and Treasurer for many years. She was always a cheerful person who helped make our meetings fun. She had remained positive and determined despite various aspects of ill- health for the past few years and was a regular attender at meetings with her last appearance with us in August. We were really sad that on November 1 2011 she lost the fight. We will all miss her as will her many friends and her close family.

Ingrid Cooper - Todmorden 244

It is with much sadness we report the sudden death of our dear friend and member Ingrid Cooper. Ingrid had been Chairman on more than one occasion and was always an excellent secretary to the club who was always busy helping Tangent, more recently she organising our 40th Lunch taking place in January 2012. She was treasurer to the Saddle Club and a member of numerous other organisations.
Ingrid leaves her husband Ray, daughter Christy and husband Nigel, son David and wife Jen and treasured Grandson Joseph.
Always in our thoughts.

Anne Dawson - Longton 585

Longton 585 are sad to report the death on 30th September of Anne Dawson. Anne was founder member of Ladies Circle and Tangent
Until her recent ill health she attended most meetings she was 90. Our thoughts are with her family.

Jeanne Sims - Southport 210

It is with great sadness that Southport 210 club has to announce the death of Jeanne Sims in July 2011.Jeanne was a wonderful member of Ladies circle and Tangent and will be sadly missed by her family and many friends.

Barbara Carter - Fleet 326

Barbara Carter, who died in July this year, was one of our longest serving members.She had been our Tangent Chairman two or three times in the past, as we're a very small club, and all take turns! She was a very cheerful, helpful friend, who was extremely generous of her time, and who was involved in many different aspects of life around Dockenfield and Farnham, whether it was catering for different fund-raising functions or flower arranging for special events, and she was also President of her Inner Wheel.

She will be very much missed by all of us in Fleet Tangent.

Shirley was an extremely active and dedicated member of High Wycombe Ladies Circle; holding the posts of Chairman in 1972/73 and President in 1990/93. An outstanding member of High Wycombe Tangent for over 30 years she was Tangent Chairman twice, in 1983/84 and again in 2000/01, is remembered for her reliability, energy, fun, loyalty and friendship and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Judy Bates - Penkridge & District 738

I would like to notify you of the death of our dear friend Judy Bates on 20th September 2011.

Ruth Redmore - Bideford 600

Pam Camp - Mumbles 852

On  29th June 2011 suddenly and with great sadness Mumbles Tangent 852 lost a very dear friend and loyal member Pam Camp. Pam was the Founder Chairman of Mumbles Ladies Circle, a Founder Member of Mumbles Tangent and a member of Swansea Tangent. Pam was enthusiastically planning the July dinner meeting when she passed away after a short stay in hospital. Pam was an example to us all and her encouragement and friendship will be greatly missed.

Valerie Raine - Rothwell & District 513

A much loved member of the family that is Rothwell Tangent and former member of Altringham Tangent.

Our condolences go to David and family.

Jill Weaver - Worcester and Worcester Elgar 499

We must sadly advise you of the passing of one of our founder members and past chairman,

Janet Blake, Secretary Worcester and Worcester Elgar Tangent 499

Connie Thomas B.E.M. - Bridgnorth 587 - 18th February 1922 - 17th July 2011 Tangent Chairman 1988

The founder of Bridgnorth & District Ladies Circle Connie Thomas B.E.M., who went on to enjoy many years in Tangent has died, aged 89, after a two year battle with cancer. Connie received her B.E.M. for her outstanding dedication in many fields especially with, The Beavers, a club for the disabled, which she founded in the town.


Lesley Hoar . Secretary Bridgnorth Tangent 587

Margaret Breakwell - Aldridge 586

It is with great sadness that Aldridge Tangent No 586 has to report the death of a much loved member Margaret Breakwell. Margaret put up a brave fight against Upper Gastrointestinal Cancer and passed away on 22nd June 2011. Margaret will be missed for her great sense of humour and kindness to all. She was Chairman of Aldridge Circle 320 and twice Chairman of Aldridge Tangent 586 and, in her many years of membership, held every office and was always involved. Tangent members will always remember their absent friend.

Margaret Dunn - Londonderry 730

It is with great sadness that we report the death of Margaret on 29 May 2011. She was a very supportive member of both Ladies Circle and Tangent, taking a lively part in all activities and on several occasions was our very efficient treasurer.  Margaret will be greatly missed.  Our deepest sympathy goes to her husband Robert, son Nicolas, daughter Alison and their families.

Norma Couchman - Uxbridge 265 3rd. November 1920 to 7th.April 2011 - National Treasurer 1976-1980

Obituary kindly prepared by members of Uxbridge Tangent Club

Sadly Norma Couchman died suddenly and peacefully on 7th April 2011. Although into her 91st year she had enjoyed good health (apart from the legs which did not do quite as she would have wished!) and was still Secretary of our own club until her death.

Norma started her circling days with Hammersmith and later joined Uxbridge Circle when she and her husband moved to the area. After Circle Norma was instrumental in getting Uxbridge Tangent into being.

Running true to form Norma was always involved and became Chairman for the first three years. Subsequently she became Treasurer and then Secretary. We will obviously miss her!

Norma also undertook National Office and was National Treasurer from 1976-1980. During this time she attended several national conferences and continued to be active in her own club. Her membership of the Past National Officers gave her great pleasure, in fact she was due to attend their latest gathering in April of this year, just after she died.

We all celebrated Norma’s 90th birthday last November with an evening out at a restaurant which she particularly liked. A good time was had by all.
Norma was a valued member and friend of tangent and we all have great memories of this indefatigable lady.

June Dyer - Gosport 174

Jill Walls - Cambridge 54

Joan Fearn - Leamington Spa and District 243.

We were very sorry to see the passing of one of our great friends at the beginning of March.

Joan Purslow - Walsall 9

It is with sadness that I have to report the death of Joan Purslow on March 17th at the age of 95. Joan was a founder member of Walsall Circle, Circle chairman and was National Circle president 1957/58. and Tangent chairman in 1963/4.

Roswitha (Ditta) Pipe - Bexley 25

It is with great regret I have to report that Ditta passed away on April 3rd 2011 after a bravely fought battle with Ovarian Cancer.  An active member of Bexley Ladies Circle and Tangent for many years who will be greatly missed by us all.

Isabel Jon - Waterlooville and District 523

Waterlooville and District Tangent Club are sad to inform everyone that one of their members passed away on 15th February 2011. Isabel Jones was one of the founder Members of the club and President on two occasions. With other members she also attended the South East Regional Luncheons. She will be sadly missed.

June Rathmell – Farnham 469

Very sadly Farnham Tangent 469 has to announce the death, after a short illness, of June Rathmell.

June joined Farnham Ladies Circle in 1971, was Chairman in 1976-77 and then President in 1984-85. She went on to become a founder member of Farnham Tangent in May 1978 and remained a member until our last AGM in April 2010. June was also Ladies Circle International Secretary when Sue Thomas was International President at Brussels in 1978.

June had lots of other interests including bridge, and she belonged to a local wine society. She died on Tuesday 21 December 2010 aged 71 and will be much missed by her family and many friends.

Feb'11

Pamela Astley - Andover 259

Andover Tangent are sad to announce the death of Pamela Astley on 14th October 2010. Pamela was a founder member of Andover Ladies Circle and Tangent, holding all offices in both organisations. Pamela was lovingly nursed at home for five years by her husband, David; children, Juliette, Phillip and granddaughter Annabell. We have lost a wonderful friend of 50 years.

Feb'11

Janet James - Llandrindod 877

Llandrindod Tangent Club 877 are sad to announce the very sad death of the member Janet James aged 55.  She was a very dear friend to us all and will be greatly missed.

Jan'11

Sue Danks, who died on 7th December 2010, aged 61, was a long term member of Chichester Ladies Circle, founder member and first chairman of Chichester City Tangent Club 862 and a member of Chichester Harbour Rotary.
Sue was a biochemist in her professional life and latterly lectured and tutored at Chichester College and The Open University. She was married to Malcolm, also a biochemist, and they have two children, Clare and Graham.
Sue was warm, caring, had a great sense of humour, was totally reliable, energetic and well organised, intelligent and very knowledgeable, an excellent member of a quiz team.
She had a rapport with young people, demonstrated in her teaching, and by her very successful recent mentorship of four young people on a Rotary exchange to Canada and the USA.
Sue will be greatly missed by Tangent 862 and our thoughts are with Malcolm and her family.

Sybil Brown - Hallamshire 167

Sybil was a founder member of Hallamshire Tangent and when she went to live in Portugal with husband Colin, she was made an Honorary Member visiting our Club whenever she could.

She suffered a number of strokes over the years but was detemined to live as normal a life as possible with wonderful support from Colin.

Jan'11

Kath Binns - WOMBWELL 466

It is with great sadness that Wombwell Tangent Club announce the death of our member Kath Binns on September 8 th 2010.  Kath was a founder member of Wombwell Ladies Circle and a founder member of Wombwell Tangent. 

We shall miss the support Kath gave us over the years but most of all we will miss her smiling face.

Jan'11

Meryl Bye - MIDDLESBOROUGH 458

We are sorry to announce the death in October of Meryl aged 80 she was a keen member and had been Chairman in 2005/6.  Meryl was a yoga teacher an only gave this up two years ago and did try to teach us all.  She will be sadly missed.

Jan'11

CHRISTINE GATTIS - SUNDERLAND 795

Christine had been  a member of Sunderland Tangent since leaving Sunderland No. 9 Ladies Circle

 As an ex teacher Christine had a  way with words and when asked to give a vote of thanks, which was often, was sometimes better that the speaker

 Her vitality, vivaciousness, sense of style,  zest for life and chatter is sorely missed by us all.

Jan'11

Mary Allen died on 6th January, aged 93, after some time in hospital. A Founder Member of both Tettenhall Circle and Tangent, Mary was fully involved in both Clubs, holding several offices including Chairman of Tangent in 1991 - 1992. We will always remember Mary as being a strong character who was always interested in club meetings and what was being planned for the future.

Mary was born into a farming family in Aberdeenshire but moved to Nottingham for her nursing training before coming to the Royal Infirmary in Wolverhampton as a Nursing Sister. I would imagine that beds were properly made on Mary’s wards! Following the death of her husband, Bob, a few years ago Mary continued to live alone and to be involved with her busy life. Eventually, she recognised the need for continuous support and moved to a care home where she was visited regularly by Tangent members and friends.

As well as her membership of Tangent, Mary was a regular and keen Bridge Player, a golfer and member of Enville Golf Club, a member of Luncheon Club, regularly attended her local United Reform Church and was closely involved over many years with the local branch of the RNLI. Donations in her memory are requested to the local RNLI and Tettenhall Tangent has made a donation.

Jan'11

BRENDA JAGGARD - Llandudno 735 - NATIONAL TREASURER 1992-1996

It is with sadness that we announce the death of our much loved member Brenda Jaggard who passed away peacefully on 3 rd January 2011

Past National President Dorothy Bell  writes:-

I have known Brenda since I joined Oxford Tangent Club over thirty years ago.  She was a very active member of our club, taking part in all the social activities.  She was our treasurer for about 17 years, she was so good at it no one wanted to stand against her, and we always voted her back in.  Brenda was a very quiet self-effacing person but she had a very strong backbone.  I was the one who persuaded her that the vacancy for National Treasurer was just made for her.  She was rather reluctant because of her eating problem and all the luncheons but took the plunge, she thoroughly enjoyed her time on the National Executive and the new friends she made all over the country.  She was a much loved member not only of the National Executive but  our own club Oxford.  When Stan and she moved to Llandudno, his home town, we missed her so much she has been an Honorary Member of Oxford Tangent ever since and we have always enjoyed her visits back here.  Oxford Tangent has lost a very dear friend.

Dear Terrie, Sadly our Mum, Brenda Jaggard, died unexpectedly in January.  We would like to express our heartfelt thanks for the many cards, letters and donations received from Tangent members past and present.  Thank you so much for all the thoughtful words and special memories of Mum.  It is a great comfort to know how well liked and respected Mum was and that she will be remembered fondly by so many.  Mum was a member of Ladies Circle and Tangent for many years. She loved the meetings and the business side and also all the fun and the good friendships that developed over the years – Thank you to a very special club! With best wishes, Annette and Anthony Jaggard

Jan'11

Sue Danks - Chichester City 862

Sue died on 7th December aged 61. She was a founder member and first chairman of Chichester City Tangent, affiliated on 5th April 1995.

Jan'11

Joyce Okey - Ringwood and District 570

It is with regret that I write to inform you of the death of one of our members earlier this year. Her name was Joyce Okey she bore her illness for a great many years but was always a very loyal and active member of our club.

Jan'11

Beryl Watson Slack - Stockport 42 - 6th Jan 1939 - 20th April 2010

Beryl was Stockport born and bred and went to Oriel Bank High School, she married Roy in 1963 and had Janice a year later, she and Roy worked together in the family business for 32yrs, a happy outgoing person, nothing was too much trouble to her.

Always busy. Beryl was a member of Ladies Circle and then Southport and District Tangent being secretary to Tangent for many years. She was also a very active member of Stockport Inner Wheel where at one time there were three generations in the club, Beryl's mum, Beryl and Janice, she transferred to Poynton Inner Wheel when Stockport closed.

Beryl was loved by everyone, she loved life and loved people to be around her, we all miss her very much but have happy memories of our times together in the numerous oganisations, she was a wonderful friend and will be sadly missed.

Nov'10

Louise Marriott - Hinckley 52

This is to inform you of the sad death of our member, Louise Marriott, in August aged 52.

Nov'10

Catherine Key - Dundee Tayside 438

Catherine had been a member for many years, holding various Offices including Chairman from 2001 to 2002.
A dear friend, very supportive and an enthusiastic member inspite of her health problems.
She passed away on 20th February, 2010, in the care of Roxburgh House, Dundee, with the loving support of her husband Bryan and their children Barbara and Alistair.

Nov'10

Daphne Norman - Whitley Bay Tangent 17

Sadly Whitley Bay Tangent Club No. 17 lost their member Daphne Norman in October 2010.

Nov'10

Lesley Broadhead - Bishopbriggs & Kirkintilloch 511

1950 - 2010

It is with much sadness that Bishopbriggs & Kirkintilloch (511) report the passing of Lesley Broadhead on 16 September 2010. Lesley held the offices twice of both Secretary and Chairman over the years. She will be greatly missed by husband John, her many friends and family.

Oct'10

Sheila Morris - Bideford 600

It is with great sadness that I inform you of the passing of our dear member Sheila Morris

Sep'10

Jean Jackson, Jan Hall, Griz England - Letchworth Garden City 13

It is with great sadness that Letchworth Garden City Tangent Club 13 must advise you of the loss of three of their members during the summer months.

Jean Jackson

Jan Hall (Chairman 2001/01 and 2009/10)

Griz England (Chairman 1981/82)

All were much loved members and will be sadly missed by us all.

Sep'10

Helen Rennie - Ellesmere and District 625

We would like to notify you of the loss of our very dear friend.

Sep'10

Barbara (Babs) Newman - Wimborne 230

16 December 1921 - 1 April 2010

A memorial service was held in Wimborne Minster to celebrate the very full life of Babs. She had always been fully involved in the community and had been a loyal founder member of Wimborne Ladies Circle 291 holding the offices of Chairman 1962/63 and Chairman of Area 36 1965/66. Babs was also a founder member of Wimborne Tangent 230 and was Chairman in 1972/73. Her fun personality and gift of friendship enabled her to relate to young and old alike. Very much missed, Babs leaves two daughters, Sue and Jenny, four grandchildren, Emily and Rebecca, James and Fiona and two great grandchildren, Sarah and Grace.

Sep'10

Patricia Egerton - Malvern Hills 256.

It is with great sorrow that we report the sudden death of our Founder Chairman,Patricia Mary Egerton, on 22nd July 2010. Pat founded our Tangent Club in order to continue the friendships formed in Circle. She was a very active member who was loved by all. The members will all miss her humour, life and enthusiam.

Sep'10

Ruby Horne died peacefully at home after a long illness on 28th June 2010.

Ruby was one of the founder members of Cambridge 54 and took an active part in the club until  illness, in latter years prevented her from doing so.  She was chairman 1974/75.

We will all miss her and remember her with affection.

Aug'10

Joyce Jones - Erdington 100

Joyce had been a very active member of Erdington Tangent Club for many years, she died early in May this year and will be greatly missed by her many friends.

Jul'10

Pat Selby - Rotherham 43

It is with great sadness that we have to report the sudden death of Pat Selby on 1 June 2010, aged 87. Pat had been a staunch member of Rotherham Ladies Circle, serving both as Chairman of Rotherham, and Chairman of Area 22, before moving into RotherhamTangent, where she continued to be fully involved in all aspects, serving as Chairman in 1984-1985. Her friendship and support will be sorely missed by us all.

Jun'10

Bea Graham - First in Ireland 140

First in Ireland Tangent 140 is saddened to report the death at the age of 84 of one of our longest serving and hard working members. Bea Graham was a member of Armagh Ladies Circle before joining Tangent in 1969, just a year after the foundation of First in Ireland Tangent 140, which, as its name implies was the first Tangent club in the Emerald Isle, made up of ex Ladies Circlers who had reached the " life begins at 40 " stage.

Bea was a teacher by profession, a larger than life personality, who threw herself into everything with which she was involved. She had a large range of interests, from craftwork which included Carrickmacross lace, to church activities and was a member and supporter of the local Armagh museum. She was President of our club on 3 occasions in 1978, in1986 and again in 2006 and a regular attender at all our meetings and events.

She is survived by her husband Jim to whom she was married for 54 years, her son Colin and daughter Linda, and 4 much loved grandchildren , to all of whom we extend our deepest sympathy.

Jun'10

Jean Herbert - Nuneaton 510

It is with great sadness that Nuneaton Tangent 510 announces the death of Jean Herbert, on the 27th March 2010.

Jean was a longstanding and active member who will be greatly missed.

June'10

Delia Orbell - Tring & District 455

It is with great sadness that Tring & District Tangent announce the death of Delia Orbell, on the 30th April 2010, after a long illness.

De had been a member of Tangent for many years after she came out of Tring & District Ladies Circle. She was Chairman of Tangent twice, in 1989-90 and 2007-8 and was also Secretary for a number of years.

De was an ambassador for Tangent, always welcoming new members warmly, and keeping in touch with her many friends from Circling days in the area. She was also part of the group of Tring Tangent members who encouraged the ladies in Mosbach to form the first Ladies Circle in Germany. There will be many ladies in Mosbach who will be saddened by the news of her death.

De was a very positive, warm loyal person, who was wonderfully organised with a superb memory for faces and names, - taught by her mother that ‘if you can’t say something nice – best say nowt’ and she lived that edict! No-one in Tangent can remember De getting cross but her daughter assures us that she could get cross when she and her brother were teenagers.

Throughout her illness De remained positive and whenever anyone asked how she was feeling she would always reply ‘I’m fine’. Since diagnosed with Cancer in January 2006, De was cared for by the nurses of The Iain Rennie Hospice at Home, and for the last two weeks of her life at the St. Francis Hospice in Berkhamsted. Her cheerful courage, and her determination to live life to the full throughout her illness, was an example to us all and she will be greatly missed by all her friends in Tangent.

Our thoughts are with De’s children, Stephanie and Keith, and their families.

May'10

Doreen Watt - Liverpool Childwall190 - National Secretary from 1974 to 1976

1924-2010

It is with much sadness that Liverpool Childwall report the passing of Doreen Watt on the 17th March. Doreen joined Circle in 1963 and held the offices of Chairman, Secretary and Extension before transferring to Tangent where she became Chairman, and then National Secretary from 1974 to 1976
Doreen was a most valued member of Tangent who will be greatly missed by Husband Brian, Son Alex and Daughter in Law Lindsay, and many friends and family.

Apr'10

Joyce Irene Buss - Horley & District 386

8th July 1928 – 18th June 2009

Following a short battle with cancer Joyce, aged 80, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. She was an enthusiastic and reliable member of Circle and a founder member of Horley & District Tangent No.386, taking on the role of Chairman 3 times in 1978-79, 1983-84 and 1996-97 as well as holding various other posts within the club.

She fully supported Round Table and 41 Club events and was always eager to dress up for carnivals or be just as happy providing tea & cakes – she was a great cook.

She was a very busy lady, being an active member of many other local organisations. Joyce had an endless amount of energy and we were privileged to share in her friendship.We offer our sympathies to her husband Brian, a 41 Club member, and her family that were so important to her. As friends, we will miss her fun and laughter.

Apr'10

Marjorie Bennett - Bletchley Tangent 111

Marjorie, a founder and honorary life member of our club, sadly passed away in January 2010. We have many happy memories of her years in Tangent; and will be especially remembered for her hats.

Apr'10

Mary Williamson - Aberdeen Tangent Club 99.

The members of Aberdeen Tangent were deeply saddened by Mary's death in January 2010. Mary was a keen and enthusiastic member of both Ladies Circle and Tangent and loved to be involved in all our activities.  She was Chairman of Tangent in 1981-82 and a regular attendant at meetings until 2004 when illness prevented her from coming along.  However, when we visited her, she was always interested to hear news of Tangent and always enjoyed reading the Tangent magazine.  We have many happy memories of Mary and are very grateful for the contribution she made to our Club.

Apr'10

Brenda Smith - Beverley Tangent 225

It is with deep regret that we inform you of the death of Brenda Smith a member of Beverley Tangent for many years.

Apr'10

Shirley Davis - Wrekin Tangent 83

We are very sad to announce the death of one of our members. Mrs Shirley Davis.

Shirley joined Ladies Circle in the 1960,s becoming Circle Chairman and then Area 27 Chairman. She then became a active member of Wrekin Tangent and also served as our Chairman.

We have lost a very dear friend, who is now at peace after a short illness. She was married to Barry for 53 years and leaves 3 children and grandchilden.

We are so grateful for her huge contribution to both Circle and Tangent.

Apr'10

Marjorie was a very enthusiastic member of Ladies Circle and Tangent; having held many offices she became Tangent Chairman in 1985.

She enjoyed playing sports, especially tennis. Her favourite football team was Manchester United and in later years she enjoyed playing bridge.

Marjorie had not enjoyed good health for the last few years, but was always her usual smiling self, even during her last short illness.

Marjorie died on 2nd March and leaves husband Andrew, son Ian and two grandchildren. She will be sadly missed.

Mar'10

Betty Emanuel - Fareham Tangent 92

It is with sadness that Fareham Tangent 92 announce the sudden death of Betty Emanuel. Betty was our Chairman in 1974-5 and our 'numbers secretary' for  many years. She was an active member and rarely missed a meeting right upto her untimely passing and she will be sadly missed. She was a supporter and long standing committee member of the local branch of the NSPCC.

Our thoughts and sympathy go out to her husband Gerry and daughter Jane and family.

Mar'10

Rosemary Lewis - Bournemouth Tangent No.1

Rosemary was both Chairman and Area Chairman of Ladies Circle before moving to Bournemouth. She became President of Bournemouth Tangent No.1 in 1983-1984 and was a wonderful President under very difficult personal circumstances.  Rosemary was always on hand to help, for many years acting as treasurer and also played an active role on the committee within Tangent.  She also enjoyed sport being an active member of the tennis club and more recently a keen golfer.

Our last memories of Rosemary were at our Diamond Jubilee Lunch on 20 February, looking as smart as ever in black and white, so happy and well after her holiday in South Africa with her husband Colin.

Rosemary died on 10 March much loved wife and mother and grandmother to nine grandchildren and great friend to many and a much loved Member of Tangent.  She'll be greatly missed.

Mar'10

June Gould - Loughton Tangent Club 361. 

June died January 2010 and was a dear and treasured friend to all Loughton members.  June will be greatly missed.

Feb'10

Jane Rastall - Chepstow & District Tangent Club 628

Passing Friends

It is with great sadness that Chepstow Tangent announce the sudden death of Jane after a short illness at the age of 64 on the 26th June 2009.

Jane was an enthusiastic member of Ladies Circle having been Secretary, Treasurer and then Chairman. She was also a founder member of Tangent
and Chairman twice. 

Fun loving, she was a vibrant lady who would do anything to help others. Her family was hugely important to her. 

Jane leaves behind her husband Guy, who is very involved with 41 Club, three children and six grandchildren. We shall miss her enormously.

Angela Deaton Secretary/imm Past Chairman.

Jan'10

Nan Shepley - Batley Tangent 670

It is with sadness that The Tangent Club of Batley announce the death of Mrs. Nan Shepley on the 30th January 2009. Nan was a Founder Member of
the Club and served as Chairman, she was loved by all who knew her and will be missed.

Eileen Hartley

Jan'10

Barbara Klitz - Lymington and District Tangent 336

Members of Lymington and District Tangent Club are very sad to announce the sudden death of Barbara Klitz, in her 85 th year. Barbara and her late
husband Bill first joined Circle and Table in the West Country, and Barbara joined Lymington Tangent Club in 1993 when they moved here for their
retirement. Barbara was an enthusiastic member, always pleased to support the Club whenever possible, and she very rarely missed a meeting or a
social event. Barbara was also a member of U3A, the W.I. and was a regular attender and helper at her local church - a very busy lady.

We have lost a very good friend, and our sympathies go out to her son, Nigel, daughter,Wendy, and their families.

Jan'10

Phyllis Shipp - Southampton Tangent 185

Phyllis Shipp joined Ladies Circle in the 1950’s and being a most active member held most offices to become Circle Chairman in
1968. Calling on her experience in banking, she became Area Treasurer soon after.

On transferring to Tangent, Phyllis again graduated through the positions of Club Secretary, Treasurer, then Chairman before
becoming involved at National level where she held the post of National Treasurer between 1998 and 2001.

She was a most enthusiastic member and frequently arranged special club occasions and was still Club Treasurer right up to the
time of her death. Phyllis leaves a son, a daughter, five grand children and a great grandchild; she was an inspiration to us all and
will be sadly missed.

Jan'10

Jean Fathers - Ripley No.158

It is with great sadness that we report the death of Jean, a well loved member of Ripley No.158. Jean was a founder member and Past  Chairman of both
Ripley Ladies Circle and Ripley Tangent Clubs.

Before her illness, Jean showed such enthusiasm for life, travel, her  family and her club. We, her friends, will miss her.

Our hearts go out to her husband, Eric, her children Steven and Julie and her grandchildren.

Her great friend and fellow Tangent member, Lena Edwards

Dec''09

Jean Brown - Whickham & District Tangent 189

Who died 16 May 2009. In memory of our dear friend Jean, a Tangent member for 40 years and Circler before that, a quiet lady with a huge presence
and deep humour - Jean you are greatly missed.

Dec''09

Ann Smith  -  Leyland Tangent Club 234

To have friends you must first be a friend and Ann was certainly a friend to many, she died peacefully on 31st October 2009 after treatment for cancer for
nearly two years and will be sadly missed by all members of Leyland Tangent Club. Ann was an enthusiastic Ladies Circler and equally so as a Tangent
member and Chairman in 1986/87.  She was the first to offer help to anyone, the first to make cakes or lemon curd, the first to put her name down to
visit anywhere (especially if it involved eating) and the sort of person if you sat next to her you knew you were in for an enjoyable evening.  Sincere
condolances to her lovely family and we all miss you Ann.

Nov''09

Anne Bradley - Rotherham Tangent Club 43

It is with great regret that we have to report the death of Anne Bradley on 26 September 2009, following a long battle with illness. Anne had been a
regular member of Tangent since 1973, taking the chair during 1987-88, and will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

If I should go before the rest of you
break not a flower nor inscribe a stone.
Nor when I'm gone speak in a Sunday voice
but be the usual selves that I have known.
Weep if you must,
parting is hell
but life goes on
so sing as well.

(This poem was on the Order of Service at the Service of Thanksgiving for Anne) Liz Woffenden, Secretary.

Nov''09

Margaret Price - High Wycombe Tangent 170

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our dear friend Margaret on 7 th October 2009, aged 74. Margaret was very
active within Ladies Circle and then Tangent. She was Chairman in 1982-83. Her fellow members are grateful to have had the
privilege of her companionship over so many years and will greatly miss but not forget her sunny personality and thoughtful
kindness. All our thoughts are with her family at this sad time.

Oct' '09

Betty Kelly - Alsager Tangent 299

It is with great sadness that Alsager Tangent Club report the passing away of Betty Kelly.
Betty was a founder member of Alsager Ladies Circle and Tangent Club.  She was Chairman and Secretary of both and most supportive and
enthusiastic about all activities connected with Ladies Circle and Tangent.

Betty served in the ATS during the War, was Clerk to the Governors of the Grammar School her daughters attended and her support for the Cancer
Research Campaign covered 30 years.  She will be remembered for her ever-ready smile and her friendship.

We have lost a very good friend and our sympathies go to her daughters Debbie and Ali and son Philip and 8 grandchildren.

Chris Peake

Oct' '09

Jane Evans - Portsmouth and Southsea 44 - Founder Secretary of the Assocation and National President 1968-69

It is with deep regret that I have to inform you of the death of Jane Evans.
Jane joined Ladies Circle in 1948 and also later became an active member of Tangent, both in Portsmouth and Southsea Clubs.
In 1965 she was elected founder Secretary of the Association of Tangent Clubs and worked tirelessly for three years in the early formation of the
National Association.
In 1968 she was elected Chairman of the Association (as it was then) attending many meetings with other Tangent Clubs and Ladies Circle.
For sixty six years she was a devoted wife and mother, supporting Denis endlessly in his activities in Round Table and 41 Club.
She made many, many friends and will be sadly missed by all.
She died on 30 August 2009

Oct' 09

Jill Nation - West Forest Tangent  553

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Jill Nation aged 51 following a long illness with breast cancer.  Jill joined West Forest Circle in
1997 and was Chairman in 2001-2 and in 2002-3.  In 2004, Jill joined West Forest Tangent and served as Chairman in 2008-9.  We will all miss her
enthusiasm, loyalty, friendship and positive attitude.  
Our thoughts are with her husband Mike and their children, Edward and Philippa.

Sep' '09

Peggy Baker - Milford Haven 704

It is with great sadness that Milford Haven Tangent report the death of Peggy on 19 th July 2009, aged 84. A founder member, Peggy was a very popular
in Tangent and had held the offices of Treasurer in 1989-1990 and Chairman in 1990-1991. Peggy had been a staunch supporter of both Tangent and
Ladies Circle over many years as well as being a member of many other organizations. She was a regular at Tangent meetings and was present only a
few days before being admitted to hospital, where she passed away some 2 weeks later. Our sympathies go to her daughter Christine and son Derek
and their families and also her sister Winnie.

Sep '09

Shelagh Walker - Minehead 216

It is great sadness we report the death of our secretary Shelagh Walker on 23rd May after a long and brave fight against Ovarian Cancer.  Shelagh had
been a very active member for many years and had served as Chairman in 1993-94 and 2006-07.  Even during her illness her thoughts were always for
others and she remained involved with Tangent to the very end.  A kind, warm and generous person who we shall all miss greatly.  Our thoughts are with
Roy and her family at this sad time.

Aug' '09

Valerie Wood - Brownhills & District  364

It is with sadness that we share with you the news of the peaceful passing away of Valerie on 4th July 2009.  She was a member of Brownhills &
District Ladies Circle and Brownhills & District Tangent Club for many years.  She had recently become a more active member of our Club and then was
given the shattering news that she had an aggressive form of cancer.  She fought its onset with great dignity and courage.  She undertook an alternative
therapy, which gave her encouragement as she felt in control of her destiny.  At this time she delighted in her grandson Teddy (Edward) and spent as
much time with him and her family as she could.  Valerie was a committed Humanist and carried out services in this role, sharing people's joys and
sadness.  She was a lovely lady and our thoughts are with husband David, son Alex and daughter Clare and their families at this difficult time.

Aug' '09

Margaret Springett - Maidstone 14

It is with deepest sadness that Maidstone Tangent, No. 14, reports the death of Margaret Springett on 20th May 2009.  Margaret had battled
courageously with leukaemia since its diagnosis in October 2008, but her death was very unexpected and a tremendous shock to her family and
friends. 

Margaret was a very kind and gentle person and a devoted and loyal member of Tangent - and  Circle before that.  She held various offices, including
Chairman, all of which she carried out with superb efficiency and enthusiasm.   She was a wonderfully warm-hearted friend, always ready to help.  She
will be hugely missed by us all.  Our thoughts are with Mike, her husband, and her son and daughter.

Aug' '09

Faith Burt - Minehead 216

Minehead Tangent are sad to announce the death of past member Faith Burt on 31st March aged 78, after a period of ill health.  Faith had been a
Founder Member and Past Chairman of both Minehead Ladies Circle and Tangent and her knowledge and support to the clubs over the years were
invaluable. We offer our sympathies to John and her family.

Aug' '09

Audrey Bodkin - Farnham 469

Farnham Tangent, No. 469, would like to advise of the death of Audrey Bodkin in May 2009, aged 75 years. Audrey was a Founder Member and Past
Chairman of Farnham Tangent, and will be much missed by her family and friends. Jennie Harding, Secretary.

June '09

Dorothy Lee - Diss and District 821

Dorothy Lee, a Founder Member of Diss & District Tangent Club and Inner Wheel, unexpectedly passed away on 7 May 2009.
Dorothy remained a committed and stalwart member having held various offices during the 18 years since the Club's formation. Her kindness and natural
fellowship will be sadly missed by all.Sheila True Hon Secretary

June '09

Betty Sprake - Portsmouth and Southsea Tangent No 44

It is with great sadness that Portsmouth and Southsea Tangent No 44 report the death of Betty Sprake on 17th April 2009. Betty was always a very
bright and enthusiastic member and was Chairman 1999-2000. She will be much missed and we all send our sincere sympathy to her husband Tom,
son John and all her family.

In friendship, Jackie Gauntlett.

may '09

Judy Richardson - Whitchurch and District 439

It is with great sadness that Chairman, Claire, and members of Whitchurch Tangent report the untimely death of our member, Judy
Richardson, on 15 th April 2009.Judy joined Ladies Circle in Stirling in 1975. After moving south she joined Chester Ladies Circle
and later their Tangent Club. At a similar time she made the most of living on the county border by also joining Whitchurch Circle
and then Tangent.

During her Tangent career she had held many posts including Chairman. Throughout her Circle/Tangent career Judy supported the
clubs to the full. She rarely missed a meeting or event, especially if it involved dressing up and singing, and usually collected the
trophy, each year, for best attendance. We were happy to have her with us at 11 of the 12 meetings during the last year and she
only missed the AGM the evening immediately before her passing. An amazing feat as she had been very poorly, with breast cancer for several months after a fight with the disease for almost 15 years.

She was an inspiration to us all. She will be missed by us all.We offer all of our heart felt sympathies to her husband of over 40 years, Neil, and their
daughters, Ruth, Rachel and Sarah and their 6 grandchildren.

may09

It is with great sadness we report the sudden death of Dorothy Painton who was born and grew up in Whitley Bay in Northumberland. She married her
husband Colin, who later became National President of 41 Club, and they finally settled in Leicestershire after having lived in several parts of England.
She had been such a committed member of Rutland Tangent Club for about 30 years and became President in the course of time.

She was also an accomplished artist and was a very active participant in the activities of her own village. Dorothy was a very caring person who made
everyone feel special. She was full of life and lit up a room with her personality. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Daphne Lovering, Rutland Tangent Club.