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PEARSON, John
Died on 22 March 2026, aged 67, unexpectedly of pancreatitis. Director of Studies, Teacher of Chemistry and Cowdrey House Tutor, John played a leading role in the academic leadership and management of the School. John was involved in the National Youth Music Theatre for over thirty-five years, directing and producing shows each summer at festivals around the country. He will be much missed by his sisters, Susan, Julie, Anne and their families, his friends and all in the Tonbridge Community.

A funeral will be held on Monday 20 April, 11.30am at Cromer Crematorium, Holt Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9JJ, followed by refreshments at The Roman Camp Inn, Holt Road, Aylmerton, Norfolk, NR11 8QD. All are welcome, but please let us know no later than 14 April if you plan to attend - tonbridge.society@tonbridge-school.org.

The School are also planning a Thanksgiving Service to be held in Chapel, the details of which will be circulated in due course.
(CR 03-21)

MUSSON, Martin
Passed away on 25 February 2026, aged 92, in Ancaster, Ontario. Martin is survived and dearly missed by his wife Joan, children Susan and David, his grandchildren Ailie, Ken and Helena and his brothers Robin (WH 50-54) and Richard (WH 58-62). At Martin’s request, there will be no formal service. If you wish to celebrate his life, please enjoy a walk in the forest or an evening fishing out on the lake.
(WH 47-51)

CHURCHER, Graham George Campbell (known to all as George)
Died peacefully at home in Cheshire, October 7 2025, aged 90. Much loved husband of Maggie (deceased) and a devoted father to Sarah. Very greatly missed by family and friends. A gentle gentleman.
George was the son of Graham George Edwin Churcher (MH 1912-1916).
(MH 49-52)

PRICE, Brian Derek
Died peacefully on 29 September 2025 two days before his 86th birthday after a period suffering from Alzheimer’s. Dearly loved husband of Mary and the late Juliet, father of Edmund and Henry and proud grandfather of five.
(MH 53-57)

OSMOND-EVANS Anthony William David
Passed away peacefully at home on 6 March 2026, aged 82, with his partner Lady Sylvia Loch by his side. Anthony, a photographer and publisher, known for China the Beautiful and The Spirit of London, he travelled widely documenting landscapes and cultures, also founding Good Connections. Playing real tennis at Petworth, he won the Manchester World Doubles. Much-loved partner of Sylvia Loch and step-family to Allegra and Peach, father of Nicola and Saskia; grandfather of Florence. He was a mixture of English gentleman, entrepreneur and a true artist. He was a regular visitor and supporter of Tonbridge School and will be much missed by family, friends and the Tonbridge community. 
Funeral service at St John the Baptist, Stoke by Clare, Suffolk, 12 noon on Wednesday 1 April.
(Sc 56-61)
Obituary to follow

KIRCH, Sir David Roderick KBE
Died on 28 February 2026 in hospital after a period of illness. Brother to the late Christopher Kirch (HS 47-52) and the late Peter Kirch (HS 43-47) and uncle to Richard Kirch (PH 71-75).
He was a British businessman, collector and philanthropist. He assembled what was thought to be Britain's largest collection of provincial banknotes and the world's most extensive personal collection of airship memorabilia. He sold it all in the process of becoming one of the nation's most generous philanthropists for which he was knighted in 2013.
(PS 50-53)
Read obituary from The Telegraph here

LANGDALE, Simon John Bartholomew
Died on 13 November 2025, aged 88. Much loved husband to Diana and father to Andrew (PH 78-82), Philippa and Mark. Grandfather to Phoebe, Paddy, Kit, Felix, Ollie and Rafe. Former Headmaster of Eastbourne College and Shrewsbury. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
A Service of Thanksgiving for Simon will be held at 11.30am on Tuesday 21 April 2026 at the Church of St Peter & St Paul, King's Sutton, Northamptonshire, OX17 3RJ and afterwards at the Millennium Memorial Hall, King's Sutton. If you wish to attend please click on the following link sjbl.uk.
(WH 50-55)

PENDERED, Philip Stanley
Passed away on 10 February 2026, aged 93. Husband to Jeannine, father to Matthew (WW 81-86), Stephane (WW 83-88) and Olivier (WW 86-91). Judde House housemaster from 1979-1989 and teacher of French, Latin, Spanish and Japanese. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends.
(CR 67-95)

MAYER, Andrew Henry FRICS
Passed away on Tuesday 2 December 2025, aged 77. A dedicated OT, and Governor of the School for many years, he was well known by all and loved Tonbridge. He will be much missed by his wife Pat, daughter Katherine, son Charles (WH 93-98), brother David (WH 63-67) and all his family and friends.
(FH 62-65)

LUXTON, Alistair George David
Passed away on 31 August 2023, aged 68. Brother to Tim (FH 65-69). A Marine Loss Adjuster who worked all over the world, he is much missed by his family and friends from far and wide.
(FH 69-73)

LE FLEMING, Morris John
Passed away peacefully on 30 September 2024, aged 92. Former chief executive of Hertfordshire County Council and much-loved husband to the late Jenny, and father to Emma, Daniel, Bridget and Alice.
(PH 45-50)

BUCHANAN, Nicholas Walter Lawford (Nick)
Died after a long illness on 1 December 2025, two days before his 88th birthday. Brother to Dr Paul Buchanan (WH 55-60).
He will be greatly missed by family and friends.
(WH 51-55)

HARPER, Robert Michael Anslow (Mike)
Died on 1 January 2026, aged 90. Of Wadhurst, East Sussex. Served in British South Africa Police, Nyasaland Police and Royal Hong Kong Police. Father of Mark and John. Funeral Service on Wednesday 11 February at St Mary's Church, Ticehurst, East Sussex at 10.30am. Enquiries to E R Hickmott & Son. Tel: 01892 522462.
(WH 49-53)

SMITH, Anthony (Tony) Shand Leslie, Captain RN
Died on 22 December 2025, aged 80. A Captain of the Royal Navy, he ran out of sea room. Much-loved husband, father, grandfather.
Funeral service at Holy Trinity Church, Bosham 2.30pm on Tuesday 27 January. Donations to St Wilfred’s Hospice, Bosham or Chichester Harbour Trust.
(PH 59-63)

COEY, John Michel David (Michael), Professor
Died on 6 October 2025, aged 80. Distinguished physicist whose pioneering contributions have left an enduring legacy in science and society. Husband to the poet Wong May, and father to James and Dominic.
(PH 58-62)
Read obituary here

MONTGOMERY, Richard John, Professor
Died on 28 August 2023, aged 68. A surgeon, pioneer, and teacher surgeon, he will be much missed by his wife Angela, children, grandchildren, and the UK orthopaedic community.
(WH 68-72)
Read obituary here from British Orthopaedic Association

PALMER, Reginald (Rex) James
Passed away on 27 December 2025, aged 94. Brother to the late Kenneth (Sc 44-48) and grandfather to Oscar Davies (PS 10-15). A regular visitor to Tonbridge, he will be much missed by his family. 
(Sc 45-49)

BATCHELOR, Charles John
Born 11 December 1959 and died 19 September 2025.
Charles died peacefully at Exeter Hospital aged 66 after a long illness bravely born.
Charles is survived by his mother Gillian, his son Daniel and two young grandsons and his wife Lesley and her son James.
(PS 73-78)
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