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(50 - 54) Maude-Roxby, David Has added to his name since
leaving and is now M-R-Motalto Duke of Fragnito. Went to the Sorbonne and the
Academy of Fine Arts, Florence and now lives in Vaud, Switzerland. His work as a
glass and jewellery designer can be seen in museums around the world, not least
in the V&A. He never stops and is currently working on a French TV film
about his work. Among other achievements, he was the force behind a Hot Air
Balloon Festival which takes place in his namesake Fragneto, Monforte, Benevento
in Italy. Has fond memories of Spinney and Moore who encouraged him
artistically. The last time he was at Clayesmore was for Moore's funeral. Claims
to have influenced Tory policy towards the arts and crafts twenty years ago. Has
two grown up children.
(50 - 55) Chadwick, Mike Worked as an analytical chemist and ran a guest
house in Poole. Given both up to concentrate on grandchildren and bowls.
(51 - 54) Nurcombe, J.A. Retired after a mixed career in farming, the
civil service and wholesaling. Married for 35 years-one grandchild- spent a long
time in the TA where he became an Honorary Captain. Enjoys trout fishing.
(51 - 54) Worts, Richard A career in the motor trade where he ended up as
a director. He has moved to South Devon and is learning computer skills and
enjoys gardening.
(52 -56) Chennels, William Retired after 40 years as a solicitor in
Luton, he was also a director of a local building society. He is an enthusiastic
collector of Victorian water colours and loves National Hunt racing. Still in
contact with Henry Dryden (59 - 62) and Adrian Frost (50 - 54).
(53 - 57) Larmuth, John Is off to France with his new partner having
suffered such a terrible time with his ex wife that to distance himself he
changed his name to John Norris. Retired after a highly successful and varied
career which included a PhD in Physics from Cambridge, being a BBC cameraman, an
environmental consultant all round the world, an archaeologist, merchant banker
and property developer. As he says "there is not much point in sitting
behind a desk all your life". Under noteworthy achievements he puts hang
gliding over Rio! He is still in contact with Murray MacGowan (53 - 56).
(53 - 58) Hodgson, Dick Is Visiting Professor, Marine Affairs Program at
Dalhousie University and he is living in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
(53 - 58) Mirchandani, Sunder Has been in the US for some years. Married
with two children and two grandchildren. He lives in Norwalk CT and is currently
the Chairman of the IEE, (Institution of Electrical Engineers) New England
Branch. Any OC's in the US who would like to join the IEE, or upgrade their
membership level, are welcome to contact him on Tel 203-855-9819
(55 - 58) Halls, Kevin S. An amateur Archaeologist who, using a metal
detector, recently found one of the most valuable gold hoards ever discovered in
Britain. Known as the 'Winchester Gold Hoard',
it is now in the British Museum and was the subject of an episode in the BBC
programme Hidden Treasure in September 2003.
(56 - 59) Cox, Anthony C. Is a retired Company Director living in
Shepperton but he spends a lot of time each year in Cyprus.
(56 - 61) Price, Charles D.C. Has retired as Headmaster of Mount House
School, Nr Tavistock and has moved to Shillingstone, Dorset.
(56 - 61) Reynolds, Clyde R.D. has retired from his job with the World
Meteorological Organization in Geneva and is now concentrating on providing
freelance publishing services. He would be pleased to hear from OCs in the
vicinity of Co Monaghan, Ireland or Chatel, France (addresses from OC Records
Office).
(57 - 59) Pau, Francis R. Who has an email address to die for is living
in Trinidad, West Indies and played principal horn with the National Youth
Orchestra of Great Britain when at Clayesmore. He sails (Cruiser and Lasers) and
farms mushrooms. He is a former Alderman of the City of Port of Spain, a Company
Director and Management Consultant. For his email address, refer to the OC
website directory.
(57 - 62) Spokes, Rodney B. Has retired from motor rallying and now flys
a Cessna 182. He is keen on photography, golf and Rotary and lives in Leicester.
(60 - 64) Dover, Stephen An accountant specialising in media has just
left his own practice to take up with one his ex clients, Complete
Communications, who have interests in TV, Radio and Film. He is incredibly
smooth. Last seen wearing a bow tie and works in Covent Garden. Still sees Hugh
Thompson (60 - 64) and David Fangen (61 - 66).
(60 - 66) Thornton, Christopher J. Is a retired Electronic Engineering
Designer. Hobbies electronics, travelling, organ playing. A keen sailor living
in Poole, Dorset.
(61 - 63) Wake, Vincent Qualified RGN and RSCN and has recently retired
from the NHS. In his career he did two years with VSO and three years working
for the Leprosy Mission in Indonesia. Now works as a freelance care trainer. He
has two grown up daughters.
(61 - 64) Gray, Michael After thirty years, retired as a GP in 2002.
Lives in North Devon.
(63 - 68) Prentice, Keith H.N. Is an Army Brigadier living near
Gloucester.
(64 - 67) Davies, Jonathan P. is living in Queensland, Australia where he
is a Director of Partner Foods Ltd.
(65 - 69) Cosby, Peter Lives in West Sussex and is an Antique Dealer.
(66 - 69) Davies, Matthew W.G. Brother of Jonathan, also lives in
Queensland and plays in an eight piece steel band.
(67 - 72) Thompson, Tim W. Was an Army Officer Helicopter Pilot but has
now joined the 'City' as Director of a WPP owned Financial PR Company. He is
living in London.
(68 - 72) Kashani-Akhavan, Ahmed Is in International Trading based in
Geneva.
(69 -80) Brewster, David Is moving to Ringwood. He lost his first wife
and son in a road accident four years ago and has since married Alison. His
lists his hobbies as restoring houses and travel. He works as a self employed
building surveyor.