Tower and Town, August 2022 (view the full edition)Family NewsPeter Jeffery was a true gentleman who lived his life to the full and passed away peacefully at home over the Jubilee weekend, after a short illness. After living in both London and Cambridge, Peter moved to Castle Court in Marlborough in 2014. He made a huge contribution to the social scene there, organising coffee mornings and drinks parties, as well as offering support and help to many of his neighbours. He soon became a volunteer at the Merchants House. He was a keen guide and was always ready with a story. He enjoyed his involvement with the new museum and was happy to offer his suggestions. Peter started riding when his daughter was young and continued to ride for many years thereafter. His love of horses led him to volunteer with the Riding for the Disabled Wansdyke Group where he organised rotas and even helped on the carriage drives, standing on the back of the carriages, opening gates etc. He became very fond of the West Woods. One of his other great pleasures was driving, initially travelling the country for work and latterly as a volunteer driver for Link. This was a joy for him, and he made many friends from the lovely clients he ferried around. He became a well-known figure in Marlborough; his daughter says he rarely walked down the High Street without bumping into someone he knew and always with a smile on his face. He will be sorely missed. Jessy Pomfret |