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VILLAGE NEWS The Farnborough
War Memorial – Dedication Service The day dawned with a
clear sky, bright sun and a light breeze. A very good omen for the finale to
several years of preparation. God provided the backdrop, now it was down to
us mortals to paint the picture. At 10 o’clock at the
Village Hall, the Standard Bearers and Representatives of Organisations assembled, ready
to march through the village. The Deputy Mayor and Councillors were met at the Lych Gate by the Rector, the Church Wardens - with
staves - and the Choir ready to process past the Church and on to the War
Memorial where relatives, friends and old comrades had assembled to honour those from Farnborough, who had laid down their
lives for us in The Second World War. The Order of Service,
compiled by Matthew and expertly produced by our friends T&C Printers,
was available for all as a memento. The opening hymn ‘O God, our help
in ages past’ and prayers of dedication set the tone, for this special
service. Flight Engineer, Ted
Molyneux, read out the names inscribed on the new plaques. Ted Jobson of the
Royal British Legion recited ‘They shall grow not old, as we that are
left grow old’. ‘The Last Post’ – two minutes silence
and ‘Reveille’ followed by the Kohima Memorial Epitaph. The
placing of wreaths on the Memorial brought to a close the first part. The Choir, The Rector and
The Deputy Mayor led the assembly into Church for the second part of this
very moving service. The hymn ‘All my hope on God is founded’
followed by prayers, Psalm 46 and There followed light
refreshments in and around the Church, where villagers, ex-villagers, friends,
relations and organisations met, got to know each other and exchanged
memories, before wending their way home. Photographs were taken by
visitors and the press to help us re-live this enjoyable and memorable
occasion. We extend our sincere
thanks to all the willing workers and to all who gave very generously to the
Fund, both before and on the day, enabling this work to be done. The Fund will be kept open
to ensure this outstanding Memorial, will be kept in good condition for very
many generations to come. F.V.S. Memorial Committee Got some news that you want to share, email Sue Ellis |
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