I have received news from her cousin, Allan Body, that Betty Baker (nee Heal) has sadly died. Also notification that William Gooden and David Sweet have also passed away. Our condolences go to their families.

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Right first time Bob - I don't remember you at all but being that bit older, I can lay claim to senile decay! I came from Cheddar along with 'Stu' Senior as did Rodger. I recall a Geoff Parsons and another lad Salway who I think was in the same year as Rodger. Don't feel bad about not remembering me - so few do that I am beginning to wonder if I ever went to Sexeys! but for the photo of the School Athletics Team where I appear (Roger and Geoff Parsons both appear in that as well). Looking through some of the 'sporting' photographs it reminded me of what a trend setter Adrian 'Edward' Ellis was at the time. He always wore the back of his soccer shirt collar turned up way before Eric Cantona ever did.

Colin Adams Posted:Apr 22, 2013 - 16:40:38

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For Colin Adams. Don't remember you at all Colin and I'm sure you return the compliment! Just to say that I remember Roger Hooper very well we were in the same Alpha class. He was an exceptional runner at any distance but also a more than decent footballer so to hear that he scored a goal intentionally with his knee is no surprise. A really good guy too. I hope he's enjoying his long retirement!

Bob Brooks Posted:Apr 17, 2013 - 06:21:16

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I recently came across a communication from Frank Mansfield dated Jun 07, last year. The name I remember but cannot put a face to at the moment, I think I was two Forms above. Frank, you mention the activities of one fellow reprobate Roger Hooper. Roger spent all his career as a Design Engineer at Westland Helicopters, Weston super Mare until around ten years or so ago when he took early retirement. I worked with Roger on Ground Support Equipment Group in the Mid seventies and he was often bringing a smile to our faces with his humour - he often used to wear a piece of Goatskin Rug down his shirt front - as if he was not hairy enough. Roger had very firm religious beliefs and we used to fight amongst ourselves to get the same holiday weeks as himself as he always enjoyed perfect weather which convinced us that there must be something in it. I used to run a Youth Soccer Club in Weston and the oldest group of players eventually moved up into the mens Divisions. We had a top of the table clash one Saturday and were short of players and contrary to his level of intelligence, Roger agreed to make up the numbers despite not having played seriously for a couple of years. With the scores level at a late stage of the game, the ball rocketed across the goal mouth directly at Roger. He instantly realised that it was too low for his head and too high to get his foot to it without tearing some hither-too unused muscles. The end result was the greatest Knee volley witnessed on a soccer pitch up into the roof of the net - they all count after all and for us it won the match. Roger was what I would describe as a really decent person and it was always a pleasure to share his company, unfortunately, I know not of his present circumstances. I also read a recollection from another Scholar of that era who had mixed views regarding the quality of teaching at Sexeys. I can only relate my own experiences and I certainly was not one of the 'favored' ones, quite the opposite with several Teachers, but I found myself having to transfer to Weston Grammar School part way through the fifth year and found them being taught what we had been given the year previously and the Teachers were really second rate there.

Colin Adams Posted:Apr 16, 2013 - 19:24:45

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Bit of a long shot here, but you never know unless you try. I am seeking to contact another fellow musical reprobate who might have include in his life of misguided activities, being a Musician/vocalist in groups over the years. Since my days at Sexeys, this also has played a large part in my life, however, the group I have been a member of since 1990 (Niteshift) finds itself likely to have need a new lead vocalist in the not to distant future. We are based in the Weston/Burnham area and play music of the 60's and 70's, mainly harmony influenced. Our ages range from 55 to 68 and we play in a wide variety of venues including the Winter Gardens. If any like minded person out there would like to renew and enjoy his hobby once more then please drop me a line. The ability to stand up and face in the right direction would be advantageous Thanks Colin

Colin Adams Posted:Apr 14, 2013 - 12:09:41

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Bit of a long shot here, but you never know unless you try. I am seeking to contact another fellow musical reprobate who might have include in his life of misguided activities, being a Musician/vocalist in groups over the years. Since my days at Sexeys, this also has played a large part in my life, however, the group I have been a member of since 1990 (Niteshift) finds itself likely to have need a new lead vocalist in the not to distant future. We are based in the Weston/Burnham area and play music of the 60's and 70's, mainly harmony influenced. Our ages range from 55 to 68 and we play in a wide variety of venues including the Winter Gardens. If any like minded person out there would like to renew and enjoy his hobby once more then please drop me a line. The ability to stand up and face in the right direction would be advantageous Thanks Colin

Colin Adams Posted:Apr 14, 2013 - 12:08:55

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Dave, thank you for responding. I recognise your name but can't conjure up an image. I have been thinking and talking to my sister Margaret who was also at Sexey's and think I was in the class of '57 .My year do meet up every few years and find it so easy to chat and socialise, it's almost like being with family which is a good indication of the school atmosphere. I will be in touch. Audrey. You can contact me at audrey.morgan1@mypostoffice.co.uk

audrey morgan nee croker Posted:Apr 14, 2013 - 09:41:42

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Audrey I do remember you, however I think you may have been in the year above me. I have details of most of the Class of 56 so if you would like to contact one of them please let me know at davidlhill@talktalk.net. Dave

David Hill Posted:Apr 13, 2013 - 11:37:47

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Just discovered this site. It's great to see news of remembered names. I attended from '56 to '62 and enjoyed my time at Sexey's .. mostly. Looking back I didn't do enough studying and spent too much time being athletic and playing games. Not a lot of use when you get older! However I am still active and love to walk and cycle. It would be good to make contact with anyone who remembers me . Best wishes to all, Audrey.

audrey morgan nee croker Posted:Apr 12, 2013 - 19:19:49

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Bob Ford. I remember you very well. Fifth form biology lessons with you and Cookie Hart, lower sixth maths of course and an all round good guy. Not forgetting of course the all conquering U15 football team and 4x100 relay teams where you were no3 and I was last man. Don't know why because you were faster than me but we were really good at baton changes. I only play football in my head as memories (mainly goals, fancy that!) these days unfortunately. Can't watch a game without twitching the kicking muscles and sometimes sliding across the carpet to tackle someone. I hope you're enjoying the US.

Bob/by Brooks Posted:Apr 10, 2013 - 05:55:37

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To Tony Brooke, I was one of three Upper Sixth science students with Ian Hart and John Sheldon who Mr Brooke helped pass A'Levels Bio, Zoo and Bot. He was a great teacher and did the whole syllabus in about 6 months. John Sheldon went on to get a PHd in Zoology later. Bobbie Brooks you were a great soccer player I hope you are still playing.

Bob Ford Posted:Apr 08, 2013 - 21:18:53

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Very upset to hear the sad news about Jenny. She will be greatly missed by many.

Chris Marquis Posted:Apr 02, 2013 - 09:48:12

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It is with great regret and sadness that I have to inform you of the death of Jenny Wylde.Jenny was a member of the class of '55 and worked tirelessly to ensure that her relative, John Rowland Hill, was added to the school's Roll of Honour (Sept 2012).Her picture at the 'unveiling' can be seen both in the 'History' section of the website and Gallery 5 of the general photos.I feel privileged to have met Jenny and to have played a small part in this - I know that Jenny thoroughly enjoyed the day which also involved speaking to many of the staff and pupils in the Hall as well as the reunion of her classmates at the Sexey's Arms.This is her obituary as it appeared in the Lincolnshire Echo on March 14th - Wylde Jennifer Denise, Former Superintendent Registrar of Births, Marriages and Deaths in Lincoln, Magistrate and Writer. Died peacefully at home after a short illness on Wednesday 6th March 2013. A loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend. A Service of Thanksgiving will be held at All Saints Church, Coleby on Wednesday 20th March at 12.45pm followed by a private committal at Lincoln. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to St Barnabas Hospice c/o Priestley & Cockett, Sunningdale Drive, Lincoln LN6 7UD (Thanks to John Grant for supplying this).May I send my sincere condolences to her husband, Andrew and the rest of her family and fiends at this difficult time. Martyn James

Martyn James Posted:Apr 01, 2013 - 16:59:41

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For Bobby Brooks My e-mail is profmikecooke@btinternet.com. I think I mistakenly put a space in before . Try it as all one word. Thanks for the photo info - will pass it on to Ed Tincknell. Mike

michael cooke Posted:Mar 31, 2013 - 09:57:08

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For Mike Cooke. Had two attempts at sending you an email but both were rejected so here's the abbreviated version. Sports Gallery 1: Photos 33 and 55 the missing name is Les Slatter, PE teacher and in photo 12 Bronwyn Hughes is between Vicary and Salway. That's all I can help you with as I had no involvement with the musical productions. Good luck with your task. BB

Bob Brooks Posted:Mar 31, 2013 - 07:48:19

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For Bobby Brooks. Ed Tincknell (of bus fame) and I are trying to put names to ? for some of the sports gallery pictures(as a start). As you are contemporary with us maybe you would like to help out? If so contact profmike cooke @btinternet.com or Ed on edwardtincknell@hot mail.com and introduce yourself. Incidentally Ed spent his life designing buses! Mike

michael cooke Posted:Mar 30, 2013 - 10:42:24

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Forgot to add that I might possibly be the oldsexonian with the most hits on youtube. Check out Bobbigorgeous. BBx firepig47@xtra.co.nz

Bob Brooks Posted:Mar 30, 2013 - 00:50:32

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Thank you Martin for making the considerable commitment to organising this site. I stumbled on it by accident when I googled the name Henry Tomlinson. I had a sudden interest in finding out more about the man in a moment of post retirement introspection! So here's a bit of balance to the adulation. I was totally unaware of HT's background or even the behind the scenes workings at Sexeys. It has been interesting to read the accolades to his teaching abilities as my experience was not a good one. For reasons too complicated to explain I took A-level pure and applied maths rather than history and geography. At the end of year exams I got 0 for pure and 20 for applied. My friend John Woodward did much better with 4 for pure and also 20 for applied. Neither of us are stupid so I leave a question hanging. I realised there was absolutely no point in staying on at school as the teacher in my other subject, geography, was also hopeless so I left after the first term of Upper Sixth to join the Navy which I should have done when I was 15 but I got eight O-levels and drifted into 6th form. I was in the class of 58, one of an unprecedented contingent of six from Axbridge (Jane Salway, Elizabeth Lane, Paul Lawton, Colin Thorne and Richard Wiggs), totally bemused by all the fuss from family of going to Grammar school. I came top in a couple of subjects in first year (one of which was maths) but being debilitatingly shy I hated the attention and decided not to do that again. So I sank into middle achievement where it was more comfortable. Except for French at which I was hopeless due to the inadequacy of previous teachers and the requirement to actually speak it. Mr Packer was very kind in his appreciation of my effort but didn't actually make any effort on his part to help me overcome my stuttering shyness in speaking the language. I was not shy on the sports field though and it's been good looking at the football and athletic team photos, some of which I don't even remember. I never realised I was the smallest person in the football team! I remember playing with Tim Wellington, he was left half and I was right half, in the under thirteen Mid-Somerset team which won the Somerset cup against all odds. The under 15 school team too which won the Mid-Someset Cup undefeated. I was extremely disappointed not be in a cricket photo though. I hated cricket but was dragged into an after school game one evening against what was probably one of the best teams in Somerset. They batted first and scored a lot of runs, possibly hundreds. We were all out for 14 of which I scored ten!! What a star. I was in the team after that which I found very amusing. I have lived in NZ since '82 but am still in contact with friends from school, Colin Thorne, John Woodward, Max Wilby, Jane Salway and Bob Salway who I meet up with on my infrequent visits to England. When we meet the talk invariably turns to our experience at Sexey's and the agreement that the school was elitist, especially at sixth form level where if you were not interested in going on to university you definitely felt out of the loop. As with all institutions there are many good memories of fellow inmates though I have to say that because of my extreme reserve the circle is small. One memory though which has come to me recently is of Edward Tincknell producing perfect drawings of buses in general science classes. I think he did trains as well. I have read many glowing testimonials to various teachers on here; some I would agree with, many I would not. The teachers I enjoyed were: Pete Lee, Joe Swallow, Mrs Lambie, Ms Irons and Brian Elvins who I pissed off big time by not doing A-level history. Of the also-rans I would have to select Gordon Churchyard as last in the field. I remember a film a few years ago; "The History Boys", where a school in the North of England got a group of boys into Oxbridge, and what a great achievement that was. I also remember that a very small school in Somerset got four boys (Paul Lawton, Bruce Purvis, Clive Toomer and Richard Overy) into Oxbridge in 1965 but as yet no film. I'm not sure but there might have been another one. Mickey Hill? Knowing what I know now I can only reflect that Sexeys Blackford was run like a present day Olympic selection team: the best got the resource and the rest are the rest. But hey. It was a whole lot better than going to Cheddar Secondary Modern.

Bob Brooks Posted:Mar 30, 2013 - 00:39:59

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Hi Tony - I'm afraid the guestbook can be a bit troublesome which is why i urge people to copy their message before sending it so its easier the 2nd time.If you would like people to get in touch you need to send another message with your email address in the actual message. Thanks for writing in - it would be great if we could have more memories/pictures sent in from the '70s. Martyn

Martyn James Posted:Mar 28, 2013 - 10:29:36

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I have tried to leave a message before however it has proven unsuccessful, maybe this will be accepted. This should hopefully rectify some of the absence of info from the late 60's early 70's My father Alan Brooke was deputy Head at Sexey's from 1964 until its demise as a Grammar school when he joined the staff at K of W Chedder as Deputy Head, unfortunately he passed away in 1985 just following his well earned retirement. Both my sisters Joyce and Christine (head Girl) were at the school as was I, so our famiy involvement was from 1964-1974. Joyce who taught History in Reading is now retired and lives in Berkshire, Christine who taught Maths in Hinckley is also retired and lives in Leicestershire. Unfortunately being the youngster of the family with two children in further education I am still with my nose to the grindstone. If anyone who recognizes the name would like to contact us then please do so via my email account and I will pass the messages on. I also have quite a few speech day programs and school photos from our years at Sexey's plus associated newspaper items and odd articles from cubs etc. which may be of interest to some of you. these have come to light following my mother Violet Brooke passing away last year

Tony Brooke Posted:Mar 27, 2013 - 00:13:08

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Further to Roy Banks entry of 15th sadly Sonia (nee Branch)has since died. Her funeral is Wednesday 20th at Shipham Church at 1.30pm. Our condolences go to Roy and her family

Daphne Ireland Posted:Feb 17, 2013 - 14:20:49

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Have really enjoyed reading the website. Not very much of our year 1966-72 on here think we must be a bit lazy at looking out old photos. I seem to have missed out on being in any sport photos which is a bit sad. No reunion photos of our year either from the Watchfield Inn. Think when I retire I will have to try and fill these gaps. Makes great reading. Very well done!

Josie Fear (Latty) Posted:Feb 13, 2013 - 20:20:59

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No fires but in '62/'62 a pipe burst somehwere upstairs and the ceiling came down in Room 2 (Elvins/Histiory)Anyone else remember this?

Micahel Cooke Posted:Jan 26, 2013 - 09:42:54

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I see there has been a fire in the roof of the school caused by an electrical fault. Nobody injured but the school is currently closed. Now that never happened in my day!

Dave Hill Posted:Jan 24, 2013 - 11:04:53

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Just to inform you that my wife Sonia is now in a home, Frith House at Burnham-On-Sea. She has severe dementia along with other serious physical problems. You may keep in touch with me at roybangs@gmail.com

Roy Bangs Posted:Dec 15, 2012 - 14:05:21

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Sad to report that Leslie Puddy (of Mark) passed away peacefully on 21st November 2012 aged 75 years. Les and I were classmates for four years between 1949 and 1953. He was always Les Pavey's star pupil and was an expert on the lathe whilst most of us were still learning to handle saws and chisels properly. No doubt they are now happily reunited in another woodwork shed in another place. Funeral Service will take place a Taunton Deane Cremetorium on Monday 3rd December at 4pm (Enquiries to Bridgwater Funeral Services, tel: 01278 457755. Rest in Peace Les. John K Grant - (grant_273@hotmail.com)

John K Grant Posted:Nov 29, 2012 - 11:08:49

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Anyone interested in purchasing John Rowland Hill's biography (John was shot down in WW2 and his name has only recently been added to the Sexey's Roll of Honour after a campaign by Jenny Wylde)please contact Jenny Wylde at jennywy@tesco.net who is making a sizeable contribution to 49 Squadron for every copy sold. For more details go to General Images Gallery 6, picture 7 which shows the front cover and price. Martyn (The full story about this can be found in the 'History of the School' section).

Martyn James Posted:Nov 28, 2012 - 18:45:45

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It's always sad when we lose an old sexonian - by the sound of it many past pupils,footballers in particular, will have very fond memories of Ron. Thanks for the information, John. Martyn

Martyn James Posted:Nov 28, 2012 - 16:00:16

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Sad news has just come to my notice that Ronald James Hellier (of West Hay) passed away peacefully at home on 28th October 2012. Ron was at Sexey's from 1948 to 1953 and was the best football captain I ever played under. Ron's older brother Jimmie, who left Sexey's in 1943, died in 2011. Rest in peace Ron. John K. Grant(grant_273@hotmail.com)

John K Grant Posted:Nov 27, 2012 - 11:51:21

I have just been catching up on the couple of years that I spent at the school. I too remember the building of the Library,and also the names of the day boys in my class.Butt Frost Keen Line Milne Nuttycombe Russett Sampson. Great days. I alo remember the purchase of the school kettle drums, and my bad playing of them. I now live in Guernsey so do not travel to the UK often. I do get a christmas card from Albert Frost every year. Ian Ruskin 1965 - 66

Ian Ruskin Posted:Nov 26, 2012 - 21:04:27

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Good of you to write in, Pauline i hope you're enjoying the 40's section of the website it's certainly well supported. Feel free to put a few memories together and send me a small article for inclusion on the website. Martyn

Martyn James Posted:Nov 26, 2012 - 20:39:32

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Hi - I was born in 1929 and at Sexey's School from 1940 to 1944 as a daygirl, living in Mark. I'm still alive and well, and remember many names on the website of the Old Sexonian's Association. In my class were Eileen Tripp and Ruth Baggs.

Pauline Wilks (nee HUNT) Posted:Nov 24, 2012 - 15:44:52

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Many thanks to Robert Fear for all the trouble he went to organising the reunion for the Class of '55, you really did us proud my friend. It was great to see all those faces again and relive those days that played such an important part of our lives.

Colin Adams Posted:Oct 17, 2012 - 09:45:24

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Trying to trace Michael Edwards or 'Mousey' as he was known at school.He started as a boarder in 1963 and left when the boarding disbanded in 1966 and went to Keynsham Grammar - he is the only one from this year group we cannot trace. If anyone has any information about him or his family members please send it in.Martyn James

Martyn James Posted:Oct 10, 2012 - 12:40:49

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Hi Marvin. I assume it's Marvin Cooper? I have been trying to get in touch with you as my wife is related to you!! She is a cousin to Joe Orchard who was your Uncle I believe. Sorry to hijack the message board Martin!

Doug Lockyer Posted:Oct 06, 2012 - 21:33:38

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Hi Marvin. I assume it's Marvin Cooper? I have been trying to get in touch with you as my wife is related to you!! She is a cousin to Joe Orchard who was your Uncle I believe. Sorry to hijack the message board Martin!

Doug Lockyer Posted:Oct 06, 2012 - 21:33:02

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Just to offer my thanks for all who remembered me at the Class of '55 reunion - and thank you for the kind thoughts which Robert has passed on to me. I was really sorry to not be able to make it through health issues, but I did metaphorically 'raise a toast' to you all.

Chris Marquis Posted:Sep 28, 2012 - 09:58:32

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Thanks, Mel it really was an enjoyable afternoon and I'm determined to get some additional pupils next year!. I know you're aware Mel but i just need to say to other readers that the reunion for the class of 1963 is now on November 9th - see the Future Reunions section for full details if this affects you! Martyn

Martyn James Posted:Sep 14, 2012 - 15:24:51

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Thank you Martyn for arranging the Borders reunion. I really enjoyed spending time with everyone. Looking foward to seeing you & Marvin on 2nd Nov. Steve -Lovely to meet your friends, sister & niece. Please put in a request for hot sunny weather in January(last time I went to Tasmania it was unseasonal weather -wet & chilly!)Hope to see you again Geoff. Beverley - lets not leave it so long!

Melita Dodge (nee Edwards) Posted:Sep 13, 2012 - 18:39:05

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Any boarders from the 1960's out there? A few of us are meeting up at the Sexey's Arms - email me on oldsexonians@hotmail.co.uk for details. Martyn (Is this Marvin Cooper in the message below this one??)

Martyn James Posted:Aug 15, 2012 - 14:04:24

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I Maaaay, possibly, have a recording of the 64 production of The Gondoliers. Keeping my fingers crossed that it's in the loft!Sorry abou typo on first post.

Marvin Posted:Aug 06, 2012 - 22:13:56

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jtotman@dsl.pipex.com What a surprise to have phone call from an Old Sexonian. I had most forgotten school days. I joined Sexey's in '56, - transferred from W-S-M Grammar School when we moved to Wedmore. Would love to hear from any classmates sometime. I still feel guilty (not much!! for bringing a snake into Miss Barnes history lesson!!

June Totman nee Breach Posted:Jul 29, 2012 - 23:58:33

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1965-72. Great work on the website Martin A+ !

Geoff Hunt Posted:Jul 23, 2012 - 13:09:19

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To everyone in my year. I was there 1965-72. Please let me have any news of folks - Nicola Goetsch, Hillary Partridge, Jane Brown, David Wyatt, Simon Blake, Elwyn Litton. It would be nice to know where they are now

David Besley Posted:Jun 13, 2012 - 21:30:16

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I was at Sexeys from 1958-63 and remember the football games in the tennis courts as escribed by Edward Tincknell. Does anyone have any details of the whereabouts of David Dunning, Max Wilby and Roger 'titch' Hooper. fankmanfield@ntlworld.com

Frank Manfield Posted:Jun 07, 2012 - 18:38:20

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re. Sports images #2 First team cricket 63/64 ( 2/19) the cooke? is me - Mike Cooke

michael cooke Posted:Jun 01, 2012 - 08:25:51

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I am very sorry to hear about Miss Rendall. But, 105 is a grand old age. My condolences to her family

DAVID BESLEY Posted:May 23, 2012 - 15:59:58

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How very sad, it is amazing to think she started at Sexey's shortly after I was born!

David Hill Posted:May 09, 2012 - 11:31:38

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Such very sad news - thank you for the details, Daphne. Isabel began her career at Sexey's in 1945, her passing marks the end of an era. Martyn

Martyn James Posted:May 09, 2012 - 10:33:13

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It is with great sadness that I have to tell you that Isabel Rendall died peacefully at the weekend. She was 105 and still very alert. Her funeral is being held at the United Church in Wells on Friday 18th May at 2.00pm,with tea served afterwards. An Obituary will be put onto the Website at a later date and perhaps you would let Martyn have any photos of Isabel for inclusion. Our condolences go to her family.

Daphne Ireland Posted:May 09, 2012 - 09:57:30

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It is with great sadness that I have to tell you that Isabel Rendall died peacefully at the weekend. She was 105 and still very alert. Her funeral is being held at the United Church in Wells on Friday 18th May at 2.00pm,with tea served afterwards. An Obituary will be put onto the Website at a later date and perhaps you would let Martyn have any photos of Isabel for inclusion. Our condolences go to her family.

Daphne Ireland Posted:May 09, 2012 - 09:56:01

Please accept my condolences, Colin - I'm sure she'll be remembered fondly by all past pupils who knew her. Martyn

Martyn james Posted:May 08, 2012 - 12:11:49

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My sister, Betty Banwell, died on the 27th March - my brother Kenneth, Betty and I were all at Sexeys Grammar School during the 1940s and early 1950s. Betty had been with the Showering family at Dinder for 53 years as Nanny to their children and later supporting the Nannies of the six children she brought up. She will be greatly missed by all from her own family, her adopted 'family' and her many friends

Colin Banwell Posted:May 07, 2012 - 23:13:14

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Thanks Robin, my e-mail address is davidlhill@talktalk.net. Dave

Dave Hill Posted:May 07, 2012 - 10:47:20

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To Dave Hill, I could have the photo to which you are referring - I will have a look for you and let you know - Regards Robin Mitchell

Robin Mitchell Posted:May 07, 2012 - 04:09:35

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Hi Olly I've only just seen your message as I haven't been on the site for a while.send me an email to marblesthorne@hotmail.com as I have some contact details. The offer is of course open to anybody to contact me. Regards Steve Thorne

steve thorne Posted:May 04, 2012 - 09:34:45

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Once again many thanks to you Martyn, it is thanks to you that I am in contact with many old shoolfriends! As for the photos, still to see one of myself and I did have one taken for the school football team in 59/60 so who has got a copy? Dave

Dave Hill Posted:May 01, 2012 - 10:51:40

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It's May 1st again which heralds the website's 4th birthday and I would like to thank all those who have contributed over the pastyear.Unfortunately,the rate of contributions over this period has slowed dramatically which in some ways is unsurprising as new schoolday pictures become harder to find. Similarly my own store of archive material has rapidly grown smaller and, sadly,this coming year will see me using up all the material I have in my possession. Surely, there must still be a lot of material out there particularly from the last decade of the Grammar's existence - if anything one would expect there to be more pictures and stories from this era than anywhere else but for some reason this still remains a rather weak area of the website so come on you 'youngsters', send your pictures and stories in so others can enjoy them and have a flavour about what the school's final years were like. On a positive note it's nice to see that the website has inspired a number of school reunions , I hope they continue to be held well into the future.Many contributions over the past year have come via the site's researcher John Grant who has done a massive amount of work behind the scenes to trace past pupils and make them aware of the website's existence - many thanks, John I really do appreciate the work that you have put in - long may it continue! As you can see, to mark the website's birthday I have set up a new page which shows a number of links to children's charities, I hope you find these of interest even if you don't feel you can make a donation.Come on then 'children of the 70's'dig deep and lets have a really flourishing website over the coming year that adequately reflects every decade of the school's existence! Martyn

Martyn James Posted:May 01, 2012 - 09:09:12

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Sadly Isabel Rendall (105) will be unable to join our Reunion and say grace this year.She is now in bed most of the time but would be pleased to receive visitors for a BRIEF time.

Daphne Ireland Posted:Apr 19, 2012 - 12:05:11

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Support Bruce Purvis's charity cycle ride in aid of MS - see the website's home page for details. Martyn

Martyn James Posted:Apr 16, 2012 - 20:57:50

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Jane Stacey (nee Cox)could you please send me your email address so people can get in touch re your 'Class of 63' reunion later this year. Martyn James

Martyn James Posted:Apr 16, 2012 - 10:06:12

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Leon Broome? Who could forget a name like that? Possibly all of you. But still, may the long time sun shine upon your days....

Leon Broome Posted:Feb 29, 2012 - 16:13:29

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Sadly I received news from Roger Wolburn that his wife Patricia (nee Popham)has died from a battle with lung cancer. They both thoroughly enjoyed attending the Annual Reunions and our thoughts are with him.

Daphne Ireland Posted:Feb 20, 2012 - 11:58:23

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David In case Martyn does not see this for a few days you can e-mail him on oldsexonians@hotmail.co.uk

Dave Hill Posted:Feb 17, 2012 - 11:17:56

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Dear Sir/Madam, First of all let me congratulate you on a fantastic website. I am the great grandson of Lawrence and Mable (“that dreadful woman”) Abram, and the grandson of Ivan and Elise (nee Abram) Bush. I wondered if it is at all possible for the sites administrator to send copies of any associated images of my forebears to the above e-mail address. Yours faithfully, David Cypher.

David Cypher Posted:Feb 17, 2012 - 09:49:08

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1963 Reunion, Jane & Jenny, thank you for taking on the task of the reunion. Do you have an email address that we can respond to? I live in the US and would need to make plans in order to make the reunion. You can reach me on berniepax@hotmail.com. Thanks again, Bernie Lawrence

Bernie Lawrence Posted:Feb 11, 2012 - 03:39:42

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1963 Reunion, Jane & Jenny, thank you for taking on the task of the reunion. Do you have an email address that we can respond to? I live in the US and would need to make plans in order to make the reunion. You can reach me on berniepax@hotmail.com. Thanks again, Bernie Lawrence

Bernie Lawrence Posted:Feb 11, 2012 - 03:39:28

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What a great site, really brought back memories. I was class of 58-65 and have been living in the US for 25 years.

Bob Ford Posted:Feb 09, 2012 - 19:33:16

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Congratulations, Isabel - we all look forward to seeing you at the next reunion! Martyn James

Martyn James Posted:Feb 03, 2012 - 15:34:51

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Congratulations to Isabel Rendell who has just celebrated her 105th birthday

Daphne Ireland Posted:Feb 03, 2012 - 14:08:42

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Reply to Jenny today (17.1.12) John K. Grant

John K. Grant Posted:Jan 17, 2012 - 11:15:00

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Hello to anyone who remembers me. I left Sexey's in 1960 and have lived the last forty five years in Lincolnshire. I regularly return to Somerset to see family and friends. My email address is jennywy@tesco.net. If anyone knows where Des Russett is, I would like to pass on a piece of family history information to him - about another Old Sexonian.

Jenny Wylde (Parsons) Posted:Jan 13, 2012 - 00:24:49

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Martyn Try e-mailing John Grant on the address in the message below, he has taced shedloads of people!. Dave

Dave Hill Posted:Dec 20, 2011 - 10:56:03

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I am trying to contact people who graduated from Sexey's in 1967. In particular, I would like contact details for Margaret James who sends me Xmas cards but I can't reply because I have lost her contact details!

Martyn French Posted:Dec 19, 2011 - 18:48:34

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Fond memories! griffness@gmail.com

Tom Griffiths Posted:Dec 17, 2011 - 18:37:31

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Hi Roger - long time no see. I'm a researcher for the OS website and can put hyou in touch with two fo the names you mention. Please email me on grant_273@hotmail.com and I will send you the contact details. Kind regards. John K. Grant.

John K. Grant Posted:Dec 05, 2011 - 10:30:28

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Brother of Mike & Jenny.Old Sexonian 1953 to 58. Would like to contact Liz Rickettes, Mollie Hill, Ken Horsham.

Roger John Chew Posted:Dec 03, 2011 - 16:25:57

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Sadly, I have received news of the recent death of Jimmie Hellier. Jimmie spent his early years in Wedmore and attended Sexey's as a pupil from 1938 to 1943.He eventually joined the British army and rose to the very senior rank of Major-General as well as receiving a CBE. Sincere condolences to family and friends. (Thanks to Perline Webster - nee Davis for the information).

Martyn James Posted:Nov 29, 2011 - 12:22:23

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Calling all reunion organisers! If you've had a school reunion this year please could you send in any pictures you might have with a brief report so they can be posted on the website. Thanks, Martyn

Martyn James Posted:Nov 25, 2011 - 09:26:42

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1963 Reunion Jane If you want a good quality buffet lunch at a sensible price I would recommend the Sexeys Arms. The Class of 56 have held both of their get togethers there. If you need anything feel free to contact me at davidlhill@talktalk.net

Dave Hill Posted:Nov 09, 2011 - 10:54:42

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Hello My daughter currently attends Sexeys and I haave just discovered that my mothers falily originated from Bruton in the 1800. The family name I am looking for is 'Ridewood' My great GF Stephen Ridewood was headmaster at enfield grammar school. do you know of any Ridewoods that attended your school ? Thank you. macintosh17@gmail.com

Alexandra Macintosh Posted:Nov 05, 2011 - 22:35:38

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Hello My daughter currently attends Sexeys and I haave just discovered that my mothers falily originated from Bruton in the 1800. The family name I am looking for is 'Ridewood' My great GF Stephen Ridewood was headmaster at enfield grammar school. do you know of any Ridewoods that attended your school ? Thank you. alex

Alexandra Macintosh Posted:Nov 05, 2011 - 22:35:08

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Colin, Good to see that you're coming all the way from Oz to see us again - we used badges at the last reunion as well as posting lists of all those that turned up - so hopefully no 'embarrassing mistakes' ! Martyn

Martyn James Posted:Oct 05, 2011 - 09:24:44

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To all pupils who started at school in September 1950 – provided that I am still in good health I shall be in the UK in June/July next year and attending the lunch on 2 July. On the last occasion in 2009 only five of our year were present – all boys :Evans, Tippetts, Frost, How & Mitchell. I hope that a few more will be in attendance next year, preferably wearing name badges to spare us any embarrassing mistakes.

Colin Mitchell Posted:Oct 02, 2011 - 12:05:24