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The obituary notice of Derek STRAWBRIDGE

Stoke Climsland, Published in: Plymouth Herald, Western Morning News.

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DerekSTRAWBRIDGEDerek passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on 19th January 2022, after a two year battle with cancer, aged 73 years. Dearly loved husband of Diane, father of Martin & Matthew and proud Granfer to his four grandchildren. Derek was a much respected teacher and will be greatly missed by those who knew him. A burial will take place at Stoke Climsland Churchyard on Tuesday 15th February at 10.30am, followed by a service at The Old School, Stoke Climsland. No flowers please. Please make charitable donations to Cancer Research UK through the retiring collection or sent direct to the charity. All other enquiries to C P Coombe Funeralcare 01579 383349
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Left by Cancer Research:01/03/2022
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Robin White:12/02/2022
Chantelle Taylor:Mr Strawbridge was a great teacher, he was down to earth witho...03/02/2022
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Natalie Brewster:03/02/2022
Natalie Brewster née Samuels:I am so saddened to hear of the passing of a very special man. He taught me in ye...03/02/2022
Amelia Bridgeman:Waking up to this is actually heart wrenching! When i was grow...03/02/2022
Christina Aubury:I am so sad to hear of this great loss to the world and condol...03/02/2022
Givalle Williamson :Rest in paradise Mr. Strawbridge Thankyou for all you did Giv...03/02/2022
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Christina Aubury:Will love and respect, Chris Samuels03/02/2022
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01/03/2022
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12/02/2022
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Mr Strawbridge was a great teacher, he was down to earth without being too soft. Education in your formative years is so important, not just the academic side but understanding the difference between right and wrong, everyone in the school knew that he was there because he cared. A lovely man, thinking of his family at this sad time. Chantelle Taylor (High Street Primary)
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03/02/2022
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03/02/2022
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I am so saddened to hear of the passing of a very special man. He taught me in years 5 and 6 and what a wonderful 2 years they were. Fond memories of his sweet jar, being given a pound to get some more and quick cricket on the field! But mostly of the inspirational teacher he was and how he truly cared about us all. He has left a mark on hundreds of High Street pupils and parents lives and will never be forgotten. Rest in peace Mr Strawbridge and thank you for everything. Sending my sincere condolences to his family.
Natalie Brewster née Samuels:
03/02/2022
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Waking up to this is actually heart wrenching! When i was growing up something bad happened to me aged 5 in 1996 and i didnt want to be around men i didnt want to go school at high st i just wanted to be with my mum… but mr strawbridge took my hand walked me into school and made me feel SAFE! Will never forget him!! Or his jar that us kids used to buy his jelly babies to fill his sweet jar ❤️ rest in peace derek strawbridge! 😭 you dont realise how much respect and love you had for someone from your childhood until they pass away!
Amelia Bridgeman:
03/02/2022
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I am so sad to hear of this great loss to the world and condolances to Diane and the family. Derek taught all 3 of my children and I worked with him as Chair of Governors for 18 years. He was deeply loved and turned down the position of head teacher twice because he was a teacher not an administrator. He loved all the kids and they all loved him. Truly inspirational, loved and respected. He touched so many lives xx
Christina Aubury:
03/02/2022
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Rest in paradise
Mr. Strawbridge
Thankyou for all you did
Givalle Williamson
High street primary
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