Bob Mills Bob moved to Green Street Green with his wife Meriel in 2000 after a career in the newspaper industry. He became Vice-Chairman of the Trustees of the Green Street Green Association and Membership Secretary of The Village Society Committee for a decade, until he retired in 2017. He and Meriel were instrumental in building the membership from 40 in 2007 to its peak of 654 in 2011. They set up a network of Road Contacts, who collected subscriptions, delivered newsletters and ensured that residents' concerns were raised at Village Society meetings, with local councillors and relevant authorities. They were also responsible for the huge amount of development to Glentrammon Rec something of which they were really proud. Bob's loves in life were his wife and golf, playing at top courses all over the world. Sadly he lost Meriel in 2020 but, like the old soldier he was, he carried on with aplomb. At the age of 88 life was catching up with him. He had to give up his golf and car a year ago, due to very painful shoulder problems. After a short spell in hospital, Bob passed away gently at 9:35am on Thursday 22 February. He leaves behind a son, 4 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and his beloved dog Twizzle. He will be sadly missed by all. His funeral is on 9th April at the Bluebell Cemetery, Halstead 12:30 pm. If you would like to attend, please let Steven Mills know: [email protected].
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