I have many very fond memories of Len, especially from my childhood. I was lucky enough to spend quite a bit of time at Godshill Park House and always felt so welcomed by both Len and Nora. Whether Len was preparing the cricket pitch on the front lawn for James and I to get in some much needed practice, or putting us in our place on the table tennis or snooker table, or at supper time somewhat begrudgingly offering up his favourite custard yogurts for pudding, he always did so with a sense of fun and a large dose of mischievousness. He loved his sport and always enjoyed watching James and his team mates playing fixtures whether that was cricket, rugby or hockey and would frequently offer warm words of advice and encouragement, something I always appreciated after another low score or having been hit for too many runs than I should have been! I also remember his patience and calm demeanour particularly after yet another ball was dispatched from the garden into his prize rhododendrons or listening to James sing along to U2’s latest album on the school run - the latter requiring ear plugs as well patience! He was a wonderful family man and that came across in spades - kind, generous, and always interested in your latest news. He will be sorely missed by everyone who knew him and although there is understandably much sadness with his passing, there is also much to celebrate for a wonderful, full, happy and loving life lived.