Mr Sydney Hansom
Mr Hansom was a founder member of of the Community Association back in 1969. He was made Chairman in 1972 when the Centre opened and held that position for some 35 yrs. The service
, before a packed congregation,was held in St. Andrews Church on the 19th April and he was laid to rest in Ferrybridge Cemetary. Always a stalwart supporter of Ferrybridge and the Centre his last act was to donate £1000 which we used to complete the stage area. Sadly he passed away before he could see it. We will always be grateful to him and may he rest in peace.
Mrs Pat Towell
Mrs Pat Towell aged 67 yrs passed away after a short illness A tireless worker she pushed for everything she could to make life better for the village. She instigated the Xmas lights which we didn't have. She helped create a riverside garden out of old scrubland . She started the Tenants & Residents Association. She worked on the Carnival Committee, the Heritage group, and the Yearly Bridge Celebration and she even swept the pavement for the old people. She will be missed by everyone.
Mrs Sally Popplewell
Mrs Sally Popplewell aged 86 yrs has also passed away . She spent much of her life in the fish and chip shop trade but always found time to help where ever she could . A member of the Committee since its early days she had a wealth of local knowledge
Mrs Lillian Richardson
Mrs Lillian Richardson a Committe Member has also passed away. Always on hand to help she will be sorely missed. aged 67 yrs. passed away after a short illness