Tony and Mary de Vere moved from Abingdon today. They had a big impact on Abingdon life over the last forty years. They originally lived in Peachcroft and Tony has remained active in supporting the Community Association as its President. He was also a governor at John Mason School for over 12 years, and Leader of the District Council from 2008 to 2011.
Last Tuesday Mary was awarded with a gift after serving on the committee at Preston Road Community Centre for 22 years. She also served as a school governor at Thameside for nearly as long, and also served as an executive member of the District Council. During their time they oversaw the introduction of wheelie bins, and helped start up the Foyer for young people.
They will also be missed at All Saints Church where they did a lot, and the Drayton Road allotment association.
They are moving to Wakefield to make it easier to care for an elderly parent. Mary said the recycling rate is not that high in Wakefield so she will see what can be done.
They will be so missed here.
also Senior Steward at All Saints Methodist Church. Everyone will miss them, wished them well , they said they will return to visit.
The last thing I’d like to be remembered for would be the introduction of wheelie bins to Abingdon. It’s beyond belief that anyone would consider that an achievement.
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Newcomer; you’re talking rubbish.
Tony and Mary have both served our town in many ways for many years.
I know they have good family reasons for wanting to move, but it is sad to see them go.
I remember Mrs De Vere as my maths teacher in fitzharrys and a memorable lesson the morning after the general election in 87 where an hour and a half was spent explaining to us how the first past the post system was unfair.