It is with great sadness that we report the passing of Irina von Arnim Woods, one of the real characters of Oxford Bridge Club. She died peacefully in her sleep on Saturday 2nd March, following a lengthy battle with lung cancer. As per her desire, Irina will be laid to rest in a small family affair, alongside her sister in her beloved Corsica. Irina's final days were spent at Sobell House hospice, with her son, Sacha, at her side. Sacha has gone out of his way to compliment the incredible care that she received at Sobell House and he asks that any donations in her memory be made to Sobell House Charity: Donate to Sobell House Hospice and End of Life Care in Oxford.

Susan Fletcher died in the John Radcliffe Hospital on 6th November. Susan was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in July 2021. As well as devastating news for Susan and Brian, this was a sad blow for OBC, as she had just taken on the role of Education Secretary – a role she would have discharged with distinction. She was also instrumental in setting up OBC online bridge – an initiative which undoubtedly secured the survival of the Club. In spring 2022 Susan raised over £75,000 for the Motor Neurone Disease Association when she walked the Pennine Way with many friends, family and fellow bridge club members. Susan never lost her positivity and enthusiasm for life and, as well as being a trustee for the MNDA, continued to play bridge several times a week using eye-gaze technology.

Jean Alexander passed away on 8th February 2022. Jean had been ill for some time and passed away peacefully at the JR. Jean was a very popular lady and played golf and bowls, in addition to bridge at Summertown and Oxford Bridge Clubs.

Club member for at least 20 years. Ian served as Treasurer of the club, and was one of the trustees instrumental in the purchase of the premises at 147 Banbury Road. He died in September 2021.

Club member since 2012. Died 19^th October 2020.

Member of the club until 2016 and a regular director for many years on Friday evenings. Died 12th May 2020. EBU note about Peter.

Club member from 2014. Died 14th April 2020.

Bridge for All member of the club. Died 2nd April 2020.

Long term member of the club. Died 15th March 2020. https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/52134570

Bridge for All member of the club. Died January 2020.

Joint winner of the Morrie Marsh Novice Pairs Trophy in 2014-2015. Died January 2020.