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The society is sad to record the news that Christopher
Harrold, long term member and patron of the society has
died aged 92. He was still attending society meetings
prior to our summer break. He spoke to us a number of
times about heraldry and other topics.
Christopher was well
known as a local historian and author.
He wrote many articles for Panorama
as well as the best-seller,
'The Story of St Clement's', the church at West
Thurrock which featured in the popular film 'Four
Weddings and a Funeral'.
An expert on Heraldry, contributed the 'County of Essex' to the series 'Hatchments
in Britain'. He is the author of 'Exploring
Thurrock', a historical guide to Thurrock. A
chess and music lover and member of Thurrock Arts
Council since 1969, he held the post of Chairman for ten years.
His coat of arms illustrates his contribution to
heraldry and the arts.
He will be sorely missed, and our thoughts are with his
family. |
