Prayer Corner

Anthony 'Tony' Sutton, Former Governor

Tony Sutton was a governor and trustee of Prior Park in the 1980s and 1990s, and most helpful, not least in helping to negotiate the agreement with the Christian Brothers in 1981 and then with the National Trust in the 1990s. He was a brilliant lawyer and a deeply civilised person. Prior Park owes him a great deal.

Philip de Souza, 1962

Chris de Souza (PPA 1960) has informed us that , Philip, his brother, died in Airdrie, Alberta on October 2nd 2018. 

Anthony Roland 'Roly' Tarleton, 1970

Sad news has just reached us that Roly Tarleton passed away on 25th April. He had been ill for some time. Roly will be in our prayers. Our thoughts are with his widow, Judy, and Roly's family and friends at this sad time.

Canon Matthew Hayes, 1941

Canon Mattie Hayes died in Bristol on 28th April 2019 aged 94. Mattie Hayes came from Ireland to the College in the second world war. He was parish priest at Sts Peter & Paul Parish, Combe Down and served as Governor at Prior Park College for several years in the 1980s and 1990s. He celebrated his Platinum Jubilee (70 years) as a priest on 11th July last year.

Dermot Patrick Murray, 1957

We have recently been informed by Elizabeth Murray, widow of Dermot Murray, that Dermot passed away this April at the age of 80. Dermot had been dealing with multiple health issues for sometime. He remains in our thoughts and hearts and we offer prayers of support for Elizabeth and her family.

Andrew Zulver, 1974

After a long illness, Andrew passed away in March.  He remains in the hearts and prayers of the Prior community leaving behind his loving family.

Jim Coelho, 1959

A personal friend and one of the New Founders (he was instrumental with John Bogie and the committee, in saving the College when the Christian Brothers left in 1981) died peacefully this morning. Jim, leaves Rosemary - his beloved wife and their two sons, Anthony (PPA 1981) and Christopher (PPA 1986) and the grandchildren.

Joy Thomas, Former Staff

Just been informed that Joy Thomas, widow of Mostyn Thomas, has passed away on 27 Feb at the grand age of 95.  Her funeral is on 25 March in Crondall Surrey.

Christian McDonagh, 1987

We have just been notified by Christian's family that he has passed away, aged 49.  Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time.

Timothy Cox, 1955

We have been notified by Tim's daughter, Georgina that he passed away on 19 October 2018.

Michael Harry Morgan, 1940

Bridget Barron, Former Parent

Joe Barron-Snowdon (Head Boy and Class of 2012) requests prayers for his mother, Bridget.  The family  are often seen at Sunday Mass and Joe sings in the Choir when he can.  They are in need of extra prayers and the support of the Prior community as they tackle a diagnosis and it's impact.   Please keep them all in your thoughts.

Pamela Rose, Former Staff

PAMELA ROSE

Brian Davies, 1968

Sadly, Brian Davies (1968) died on 8th February 2018 at Ealing Broadway hospital in London, aged sixty-six. 

Brother Noel O'Halloran, Former Staff

Brother Noel Denis O'Halloran

Mark Ashworth, 1979

Mark died peacefully at 11.30 last night (18 January) in the Myton hospice. They looked after him brilliantly and he was painfree, comfortable and peaceful till the end.  Funeral arrangements will be advised in due course.

Brother Jack Keegan,

Keegan, Rev Fr James (Brendan/Jack) – formerly of Lurrig, Castletown-Geoghegan, Co Westmeath; the Diocese of Wrexham, Wales and Chaplain of St Loman’s Hospital, Mullingar – January 14, 2018 (peacefully) in the devoted care of the staff at the Midland Regional Hospital, Mullingar and previously in the excellent care of Matron and staff of St Camillus Nursing Centre, Killucan.

Alan Boyd, 1968

Christopher Boyd (Class of 1972) notified us today of the passing of his brother Alan (1968)  on 9 December 2017. Their father, Peter Boyd was also a Prior boy and Head Boy in 1946-1947. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families. 

Christopher Whitmarsh Everiss, 1956

Christopher, pictured here in June 2015, has phoned today to say that he has been very ill since April with throat cancer and would appreciate being in the thoughts and prayers of the Prior community.  With the sun shining today he feels well enough to visit one of the volunteer projects that he is involved with in Bristol.  We hope that there are many more sunny days for Christopher and wish him a speedy recovery.

His Eminence Cardinal Cormac Murphy-O'Connor, 1950

His Eminence Cardinal Cormac Murphy-O’Connor STL, PhL

Thomas 'David' England, 1958

David died on 26 July 2017, leaving his wife, Liz and two sons to mark his passing.  The England family have a great number of alumni amongst their name and it was David's cousin, Mike, who let us know.  He is shown in this picture as Captain of the 1st XV in 1958.

Nicholas 'Nick' Flanagan, 1989

It is with great sadness that we report the sudden death of Nick Flanagan, brother to Mike Flanagan ( Class of 1990).   He was the Year Group Rep for Class of 1989 and an active member of the alumni community.  We will miss him. 

William 'Bill' Norman Butler, Former Staff

Peter F McMurray, 1970

We were shocked to hear the sad news of Peter aka ' Fred' McMurray's sudden death on 14th March 2017.   Our thoughts and prayers go to the family and Mass will be said in the College Chapel in the near future.

Timothy Babington, 1955

Timothy died on February 11 2017 after a long illness.  His photo here is from the 1955 Hockey 1st XI team photo.   A full obituary will be in the Gossip Bowl magazine 2017

Brigadier Nigel Lacey, 1961

Sadly we have been notified by Sean Lacey, Class of 1962 that he lost his  brother Nigel on 29th October 2016 in Australia.  Full details will follow.  Mass has been said for him, but we ask for your prayers for his family at this sad time.

Colonel Julian Lacey, 1966

Colonel Julian Lacey CBE DL had a major stroke  and passed away on Saturday 12 September 2015 and sadly his brother, Nigel passed away in 2016

Daniel Vick, 1995

We have had a message today from Daniel's mother, Angela Vick (former housemistress and teacher) that sadly Daniel passed away yesterday at the age of 39.  Please pray for him and the family.  Full funeral details will be posted when known.  RIP

John Brian Dickins, 1942

Today we have been notified by John's daughter, Julia, that he passed away last week after a very brief illness. Aged 90 and still very active, he had kept his wits about him and was a lively and entertaining gentleman.  Sent to Prior Park when he was only 7 years old and graduating at 17, he and his brother Charles had many stories to share.  Rest in Peace.

Sir Miles Wingate KCVO, 1939

Fr Frederick de L'Orme, Former Chaplain of the Lady of Our Snows

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Fr Fred de L'Orme. 

Anthony Romer-Grundy, 1957

Anthony Romer Grundy died on the 7th April following a 2 year fight against cancer. The funeral service is taking place on the 22 April at The Sacred Heart Church Southwold  Suffolk at 12.30.