It is with great sadness that we report the death of Penny Haines in the early hours of this morning (October 12) after a long illness.

To more recent members Ken and Penny were players they saw on an occasional Tuesday afternoon but most members will remember the Haines as a great mainstay of the club for many, many years.   Penny was treasurer for a considerable period.  She will be remembered as an astute card player, a great committee member and a wonderful cook who always contributed to our many events even after she struggled with illness.  She was a kind and lovely lady with a mischievous sense of humour, liked by all.  Our thoughts and prayers are all with Ken at this difficult time.   

Whilst mentioning difficult times, you will be aware that funerals now are limited to 30 mourners.  I am sure the bridge club members alone could easily exceed that number so there will be a live webcast of the service which will also be available as a recording after 3 days and for up to 28 days thereafter. The web site is www.obitus.com, username: Vogu2582, password: 193723. 

Family flowers only, please but for those who wish to make a memorial donation the chosen charity is Parkinson’s UK, c/o W Wraight & Son, Funeral Directors, The Square, Emsworth, PO10 7EG.

Chichester Bridge Club is a friendly club which provides duplicate bridge and bridge classes for its members and potential members. New members and visitors are welcome. To get to know the club and its members, visitors may play up to six bridge sessions per calendar year after which they are requested to apply for membership.

If you need to update your contact details please email Stuart, our Membership Secretary who will happily ensure all lists are updated.