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The obituary notice of John 'Rufus' HALL

Hexham | Published in: The Journal (Newcastle). Notable areas: Ovingham

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John 'Rufus'HALLHALL JOHN 'RUFUS' Hexham (formerly of Ovingham), on 6th October 2020, aged 93 years. Loved husband of his cherished wife, the late Helen. Adored Dad of Lindsay, with Paul. Proud father of Jonathan, with Ruth. Granda of Monique and Danielle. Rufus wanted to thank his family and clan for their affection and his friends for their company. He also wanted to thank all of those who attended his annual 'Birthday Bashes' since his 90th, as he regarded these as great days and warm-ups for his final send-off. There will be a private funeral at West Road Crematorium. When circumstances allow, there will be a Memorial Birthday Bash to celebrate his life. Such a large character leaves a vast hole in the lives of those that love him; we all celebrate his life and cherish his memory.
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It was always a pleasure to catch up with your Dad, he was an amazing man and an inspiration to us all.
You are in my mind Lindsay and I’m here for you if you need anything.
Take care loving thoughts
Jo Satow
Jo Satow
14/10/2020
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A strong man with a strong personality who contributed in so many ways during his many years at Tynedale Rugby Club - RIP Rufus
Wallace Cousin
14/10/2020
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Robbie Clark
13/10/2020
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Uncle Rufus, I have known you all my life and although many of those years we were not in the same country, you for some reason understood me and where appropriate you were proud of me.

I am proud of you, you were a wonderful man full of life, even in some challenging moments.

You are now just your wonderful soul.

Enjoy and we will meet again soon.

Thank you,
Robbie
Robbie Clark
13/10/2020
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You were always larger than life Uncle Rufus and such a wonderful gentleman to all. I treasure all my memories with you from the rugby club to the horse events. You will be truly missed by everyone who knew you. Enjoy the big reunion up there as I know it will be a grand affair. I love you and miss you , I loved you even after you cut Sparky’s tail...hee hee ....all my love and Rest In Peace . All my love and strength to you Lindsay, Paul and Jonathan .
From Catherine Known fondly as “Clarky Sparky” to Uncle Rufus xx
Catherine Clark Dowden
13/10/2020
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❤️ from your Clarky Sparky XXX
Catherine Clark Dowden
13/10/2020
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It was always a pleasure meeting enthusiastic knowledgeable Happy Rufus and chatting about many topics. I am sure that Rugby and his time as a player in Tyndale Rugby Club was his favourite.
I was delighted to be at Rufus’s 90th Birthday lunch/ to experience his warm welcoming smiling hospitality to all his guests and the reciprocal response was a treat in itself.
I sympathise with Lindsay and all relations.
Best Wishes,
Feidlim Mac Loughlin
Robbie Clark
12/10/2020
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Robbie Clark
12/10/2020