FEBRUARY 2024 GLENFIELD GAZETTE ONLINE

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FEBRUARY 2024 GLENFIELD GAZETTE
My dear late Aunt, Ida Kathleen
Smith and my dear Uncle, Owen
Kenneth Smith (known as Ken)
KEN WAS born 6th
February 1925 at 18
The Avenue, Glenfield.
He was the son of
Fredrick and Jane Smith
and was one of 10
siblings.
Ida was born 15th January
1934 to parents George
and Alice Mugglestone in
Bagworth, Leicestershire.
Ida worked all her life at The
Precision Rubbers factory
in Bagworth and Ken first
worked with his father
as a shoe maker before later being a conductor on the very local and
famous Barton’s Busses. His route took him from Glenfield into the city of
Leicester regularly and he was well known amongst the locals that used
these services. They were married in April 1973 at St Peter’s Church in
Thornton, Leicestershire and then made their home at 18 The Avenue,
Glenfield. In their later years they enjoyed regular holidays with Glenfield
Travel especially the coach holidays where my Aunt will be especially
remembered for her tenacity and love of life!
In her later years my Aunts health deteriorated and this is when she was
supported and cared for by many Health care professionals at the Glenfield
Surgery. She passed peacefully away 1st May 2012 . My Uncle found it
very challenging with life with out her but took comfort in the support of
his family, friends and good neighbours . He enjoyed his weekly visit to
the local Glenfield CO OP and spent his time on his garden which he loved.
During the pandemic he found it particularly hard not being able to get
out and about and it was at this time his health deteriorated at the age of
95. He sadly peacefully passed away 2nd July 2020 at his home, 18 The
Avenue Glenfield surrounded by family and dear friends. It was his final
wish to pass away in the house he was born in so along with dear friends
and neighbours this was made possible. His small funeral possession
proudly left from his home and took him to his final resting place where he
joined his love, Ida in eternal rest.
Both my Aunt and Uncle loved their life in Glenfield and especially my
Uncle who had lived and worked there all his life. It was so fitting that on
executing their Wills an amount of their savings had been left to be shared
with the Glenfield Surgery to support and enhance their valuable work that
would in turn be shared with all the people of Glenfield, a place that was
so close to their hearts.
Through this legacy a small piece of them both remains as bright and
shining as they ever were, the money has been used to truly support the
patients of the surgery in helping to install a lift so greatly needed. We
hope this will be a huge benefit for all patients and staff of the surgery and
the whole of the Glenfield community.
Deborah Spiers
Markfield and Thornton
Theatre Group Desperately
Needs New Stars!
ARE YOU READY to take
the stage and be part of
a vibrant community of
performers? Markfield and
Thornton Theatre Group
(MTTG) invites you to join our
dynamic ensemble, offering
opportunities to act, direct,
and contribute backstage.
In recent times, many members
have moved on to larger stages,
opening the door for passionate
individuals to join the group and
shine in our community plays.
The group urgently needs new
members for the upcoming
April and September productions. Both small and large roles
are available depending on the level of involvement you would
like. We’re seeking a variety of performers to join, be part of the
excitement, and help keep the long-standing group thriving!
New member Caylee Gutsell shares, “I love entertaining the local
community and there’s a rich history to the group, it’s wonderful to
be part of and contribute to its growth.”
Why Join Markfield and Thornton Theatre Group?
• Forge New Connections: Expand your social circle and
connect with like-minded individuals who share your love for
the arts.
• Community Involvement: Contribute to the local community
by bringing plays to life to provide memorable experiences.
• Big Stage Moments: Get your moment in the spotlight by
participating in our diverse productions.
• Skill Development: Hone your acting and directing skills in a
supportive environment.
Ready to share your talent? Reach out to us at mttg.theatre@
gmail.com with any questions or to express your interest.
Our weekly meetings provide a nurturing environment for you to
cultivate your passion and artistic skills.
Wednesday Nights Are Your Stage: Join Us at Thornton
Community Centre, 19:30.
Markfield and Thornton Theatre Group welcomes all aspiring
stars and hopes to meet you soon!
Markfield and Thornton Theatre Group
Meet the PCC and Chief Constable - 20th February
POLICE AND CRIME Commissioner (PCC)
Rupert Matthews has called a meeting on 20
February to give residents in West Leicester the
opportunity to share their views on crime and
policing.
The Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland PCC will be joined by
Chief Constable Rob Nixon and local police officers for the
event which will be held at New Parks Club for Young People,
LE3 9SB.
There will be a short presentation from both the PCC and the
Chief Constable looking at the work underway to address community safety
and crime prevention in the area.
Residents will then be invited to ask questions and raise any
concerns about safety in their area to help ensure resources are allocated to
where they are needed most.
Mr Matthews said: “This is a great opportunity for people in West Leicester to
to meet both those setting the policing priorities and those
delivering them. They can ask questions of me, the Chief
Constable and their local neighbourhood policing team.
“I think it’s important that we tell people what we are doing to
meet their policing needs and the work we are doing as part of
the ongoing crime prevention strategy to make their communities
safer.
“One of my priorities as Commissioner is to understand people’s
different challenges in their local area so we can design solutions
together. It is important we get it right for everyone and you can
help us make a difference by sharing your concerns.”
The meeting will be held between 6.30pm and 8pm at New Parks
Club for Young People, New Parks Boulevard, Leicester LE3 9SB.
Anyone wishing to book a space for this meeting, or who has a question
that they would like answered during meeting, is asked to email opcc@leics.
police.uk or call 0116 229 8980.
Remaining spaces will be allocated on a first come first served basis.
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