Tower and Town, October 2024 (view the full edition)Family NewsEileen Gilbert died on 31st July 2024 at the age of 89. She was married to Eric for over 60 years, and they had made Marlborough their home since 1964. Their son Howard grew up in Marlborough and attended St John's school in the town. Howard is now a Rector in the Gloucester diocese and lives in Minchinhampton with his wife and two daughters. Eileen had a deep Christian faith and lived her long life serving her family and others, whilst enjoying a career as a teacher specialising in children who had special educational needs. Eileen was a long-standing member of Christchurch Methodist Fellowship in the town, which she joined with Eric in 1963, where she held various leadership roles and will be sorely missed by their members and friends. Happy News: Our Deputy Town Clerk, Clare Harris, is now Clare Williams. She married Darren in June. She heads up Marlborough's Community Fridge which saves food waste in the town and is well supported After their honeymoon she is back to work with a new spring in her step. One of Clare's roles is to support doners and customers alike. Congratulations Clare (Williams) Naomi Painter |