John Gimson

John Gimson (13 Jul 1939 - 31 Mar 2025)

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Location
The Castle Bude The Wharf, Bude, Cornwall EX23 8LG
Date
30th Apr 2025
Time
12pm
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In Loving Memory of JOHN BARRIE GIMSON

Died on 31 March 2025 aged 85, after a short illness, at North Devon District Hospital, Barnstaple. Originally from London, moving to Bude in 2000 after 13 years in West Sussex.

Cherished Husband of the late Betty and Irreplaceable Father of Susan and the late Paul. Will be missed - by more than words can say.

Service of Thanksgiving and Celebration at The Castle, Bude at 12pm on 30th April 2025 - All Welcome.

Family flowers only.

Donations in John’s memory would be appreciated. To go to any of the charities or good causes that John supported, Read Easy UK or Bude Foodbank or choose your own. Alternatively, online payments via the Just Giving link or by cheque c/o Denise Wellington Funeral Services, Thornelea, St Anne’s Hill, Bude, Cornwall. EX23 0LT. Tel: 01288 359277.

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Anthony Gimson donated £100 in memory of John

I will greatly miss my little brother

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  • Thank you Godfather - We will all miss him greatly. You did him proud with your amazing tribute ❤️

    Posted by Susan on 6/05/2025 Report abuse
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Hayley Wallinger donated £30 in memory of John

Donating in memory of a great Uncle x

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  • Thank you Hayley. I think he was great too and he was very fond of you too xx

    Posted by Susan on 2/05/2025 Report abuse
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David Pacey donated in memory of John

So generous and kind to all the family. We have such happy memories of visiting Cornwall and catching up with Uncle John. His depth of knowledge, wisdom and humour were unmatched. He always stayed ahead of the curve and we loved him dearly. David, Tracey, Martha, Megan, GeorgiA and Cameron XXXXX

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  • Thank you David, Tracey, Martha, Megan, Georgia and Cameron. You have been such a wonderful support and it was amazing to see you on Monday. Dad loved meeting up with you all and had great pleasure in being David's Godfather. Xxxx

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Simon Pacey donated in memory of John
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John Colclough donated £40 in memory of John
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Katherine and David Copley donated in memory of John

Remembering John, who was so supportive of many organisations in Bude, and particularly his help in setting up procedures at Trevalgas, and helping us run the estate.
A lovely man who will be missed.

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  • Thank you Katherine and David. He did enjoy the time working with you at Trevalgas.

    Posted by Susan on 29/04/2025 Report abuse
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Lisa Coates donated £10 in memory of John
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Lisa Coates wrote

Sending my sincere condolences to John’s family.
John was a knowledgable/highly valued and friendly member of the Read Easy Team; always helping others. May he now be at peace. 💐

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  • Hi Lisa, Dad thoroughly enjoyed his time with everyone at Read Easy. He loved to be of help and was incredible at sharing his knowledge. His time at Read Easy was special to him.

    Posted by Susan on 29/04/2025 Report abuse
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Jude Byrne wrote

With fond memories of working with John who contributed so much to helping us get Read Easy Cornwall off the ground. His tireless enthusiasm and kindness were an inspiration and I was always so impressed by his social media skills!

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  • Thank you Judy. Dad was absolutely passionate in his support for Read Easy. He loved working with the team and found it very rewarding. I think that his efforts together with the Read Easy Cornwall team form a wonderful legacy.

    Posted by Susan on 25/04/2025 Report abuse
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David Lowe donated £20 in memory of John

Our interactions when working together to promote BCS in the early days were always enjoyably challenging, as was singing next to you. You were one of life's contributors. Rest in peace.

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  • Thank you David. Dad thoroughly enjoyed his time with BCS. He loved music and singing and worked so hard having not been blessed with the same musical talent of my Mum!

    Posted by Susan on 25/04/2025 Report abuse
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Alison Mothersdale wrote

Happy memories of times past shared with John and Betty

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  • Thank you Alison - both Mum and Dad really valued your friendship

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Alison Mothersdale donated £10 in memory of John
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Tina Collins wrote

Thank you for all the hard work you put in for Bude

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  • Thank you Tina. Dad absolutely loved Bude

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Denise Cann donated £10 in memory of John

In memory of a lovely man who always gave great advice, and could bake a good cake!

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  • Thank you Denise. Dad definitely could bake....his scones were sensational

    Posted by Susan on 22/04/2025 Report abuse

  • John will be sadly missed by his Admin friends on the Ninja SmartLid 11 in 1 (OL550 UK) Hints, Tips and Recipes Facebook Group. He was a great asset to our Group and always ready to pass on advice to new members. We will miss his friendship and input. Sending our deepest sympathy to John's family. May he rest in peace and rise in glory. Nora and Dawn

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