Friday, 14 December 2018

Well Done Ken!

Bro. Ken Dunn recently celebrated 35 years as a member of the Catenian Association. He was presented with a Scroll to mark the occasion at his home in Godalming by Bro. President, John Vickerman on Tuesday 4th December. Also present was Sue, one of Ken's twin daughters and Bro. Registrar, Rory Flyn. 

Ken was born on 4th July 1921 in Headon a town near Bradford in Yorkshire. He moved to London in 1939 to attend the Royal Dental Hospital in Leicester Square. Unfortunately, Ken's studies were interrupted by a bout of TB and he had to continued them in 1945/46 at Leeds Dental School. 

After qualifying, Ken became a House surgeon at the Leeds Dental Hospital. For a short period he worked at a dental practice in Leeds up until the time he moved to the seaside town of Skegness in 1946. It was also in 1946 that Ken married Phyllis (Phyl) Heather, nee Myles on the 18th of July. 

Ken continued with his practice in Skegness up until 1953 at which time he returned to the South to work as a Consultant at Kingston Hospital in Surrey. In the latter part of that year he established his own practice in Surbiton. The family moved from Surbiton to Cliff Hanger, Godalming in early 1980 and Ken continued to run his practice up until he retired in 1985. 

Ken and Phyl had four children, firstly Stephen in 1947 followed by Robert in 1949. Then in 1953 (Coronation Year!) twins Antonia and Sue were born. Sadly, Phyl passed away in November 2017.


Ken has always been a Jazz enthusiast and his all time favourite vocalists are Mark Murphy and Billie Holiday. However, Ken is not a fan of traditional jazz, the 'Acker Bilk' stuff! Daughter Sue says ''He is much to cool for that!''


Bro. President John Vickerman presenting Bro. Ken dunn with his Scroll
Well done Ken!

Friday, 7 December 2018

Ladies & Clergy Night 2018

On Wednesday 5th December Guildford Circle held its annual Ladies and Clergy night at Guildford Rugby Club. The function was well attended with a total of 93 diners which included 5 Clergy: Fr Roy Waters; Abbot Paulinus; Fr David Parmitter; Fr Sebastian and Fr Dunstan. Abbot Paulinus and Fr Dunstan impressed all present with their sung prayers before meal.

Among the visitors was guest speaker Charlotte de Klee Producer of Plays at Wintershall. She took this role over from her father Peter Hutley, who was also present, in 2014. Charlotte gave a passionate and illuminating insight into the Wintershall Estate. There was also an unexpected performance by Rabina an Armenian Lady who entertained the gathering with her very vocal and energetic  proclamation, ''God is Good!''

 There was generous support for the Raffle and, as will be seen below, some tables seemed to get more than their fair share of prizes. Also, during the evening, Bro. President presented Hazel Foulkes with a bouquet in celebration of her 80th birthday. You certainly don't look it Hazel!  

Christmas at Guildford Rugby Club
Opening Gambit!
I thought a backstop was something that prevented you from falling off a chair!
Bro. Frank and Daughter Mary
Fr Sebastian and Anne
Visiting Gentlemen Eduardo Boyod and Mark Richmond with their wives Lorena and Samantha
Well hello!
It's dinner time everyone!
Bro. Chamberlain introducing the latest singing sensations.....
...Fr Dunstan and Abbot Paulinus singing Grace before Meal
Welcome!
Those who are about to dine salute you!
All together now.....
'Quem Pastores Laudavere.....'
Do you know the Latin words my dear?
Latin was never my strong point! 


I'm fine with Latin. ''Recti Petasum'' (upright Hat or words to that effect!)
Bro. Vice-President proposing the Toast to Absent Brothers.
Bro. Rory nipping in a bit quick to top up the glasses before the Toast!
Absent Brothers!
Here he is again,''The Queen!''
The Queen!
Fr David Parmitter responding on behalf of the Clergy and....
...Adding a little humour!
Bro. President introducing Charlotte de Klee from The Wintershall Estate
Charlotte addressing the gathering
Thank you, please donate generously Brothers!
Rabina from Armenia!
''God is Good!''
Bro. President announcing the 80th birthday of Hazel Foulkes
Bro. President presenting Hazel with a bouquet
Happy Birthday Hazel!
Bro. President thanking everyone and preparing to tell one of his legendary jokes!
A legendary joke!
Bro. Michael extending thanks to all those involved in the organisation of the Ladies and Clergy Night including the Staff at Guildford Rugby Club
And now for the Raffle presented by Bro. Deacon Paul Page-Tickell
Maureen is a lucky winner!
Didn't I do well?
Me too!!
A fine Brandy for Bro. Daniel!
 Bro. Paul struggling to deliver yet another prize to the Lintot's table, a relaxing Bubble and Foot Spa for Snjezana

It's good for the Sole!
Bro. Rory has done pretty well!
So has Brede!
Lorena is delighted!
These were won by yours truly. I wasn't too happy because I brought the bottle of cheap and nasty Prosecco on the left and then I won it back!!
Bro. David with his Nightcap!
Renata and daughter Kate ready to go home
Goodnight! Come and visit us again soon!