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In Memory.

Martin A Enticknap.
It was with great sadness that we learned our good friend had passed away on 12th September 2003 at home on his beloved Sanday in the Orkneys where he lived with his loving partner Jen and their daughter

Cassie. Martin had been very ill for a long time and was just 39 years old when he passed.

Although living so far away Martin played an active role with Felixstowe Scribblers having submitted homework at various times and contributed to our newsletters and radio broadcasts. Always friendly and fun loving, Martin's e-mails were a pleasure to receive. Before moving away from Felixstowe, he had been a member of the early Scribblers group at the Library and said that in those days he was the only male!

After being released from Aberdeen Hospital, Martin made the long trek to Felixstowe where he visited his family, and stayed with Caz and Karl Wilkinson where I had the great pleasure to meet him for the first, and sadly, only time.

He returned to Sanday where he died. For me, it was a privilege to have known him and been able to become such good friends via the Internet.

There is a wonderful website dedicated to Martin and detailing his publications and this can be viewed at http://dome2.com/proto/honors/memorias/monk/monkhome.htm

Allen Williams
The Scribblers were saddened to learn of the recent death of Allen Williams, one of our senior members of Felixstowe Scribblers. Allen, who had been ill for a long time, passed away whilst staying with one of his daughters in his beloved homeland Wales.
I first met Allen about six years ago, at a function in Felixstowe and after a lengthy chat was pleasantly surprised that he attended our next meeting and then became quite a regular. We were all aware how he was suffering in those days and how his health deteriorated over time. Of course we were amazed at his bravery in managing to attend so many meetings but even more so with his wonderful sense of humour that frequently had us in tears of laughter. I looked upon him as not only a talented writer but one of the most genuine and amazing characters ever to have belonged to our group. To my mind he was a literary giant and a friend toboot.
A Welsh rugby fan and a former rum bosun in the Royal Navy, Allen was a published writer in several Technical Journals. A master of mirth with a love of dialogue, Allen was a popular contributor to the Anthology with his play 'Rabbits'. He was a tremendous character with a very special sense of humour, Allen's wealth of stories based on both personal experience and creativity ensured great interest and amusement at Scribblers. His daughter Sarah reminded us that over the last three years he had two scrapeswith death and serious injury. Kidney cancer in 2005, falling off his mobility scooter last year, whilst eyeing up the ladies playing tennis at Woodbridge tennis club.
Allen was diagnosed with lung cancer earlier this year and there was no escape this time. He died peacefully in his sleep in West Wales, on Thursday 11th October, 2007.
His funeral service was held at a green cemetery near Harwich, with views to the Orwell on one side, and the railway line on the other, so just what Allen would have wanted. He left a message saying he wanted no sadness, only fun and laughter, and it was a jolly occasion.

Allen continued to write his often very bawdy stories up until the end of last year, and judging by the weight of paper in the multitude of files in his house, his daughters Nicola and Sarah will have a lot of reading matter over the coming years.
It is ironic that, despite a complete refurbishment of the library where we meet, all the old furniture was discarded apart from one rather old, leather seated chair that Allen always used. The chair suddenly reappeared some weeks ago and is a poignant reminder to such a special character who will be greatlymissed by all those who shared his company and wonderful sense of humour.
Rest in Peace, Allen.
Dave Feakes

NOBBY CLARKE

Nobby had been a member of the Felixstowe Scribblers for many years and was one of the welcoming committee on my first evening with the group. Nobby had a passion for writing about personal events that happened throughout his life, more latterly about his time as a TV Repair Man.

He was quite a character who had long enjoyed sailing on the River and some of his tales of his escapades were very amusing. Nobby 'retired' from the Scribblers during 2002, but returned on several occasions because he 'enjoyed the company.' He suffered a stroke but still managed to attend meetings from time to time, the last one when he relayed a true story of a road accident he had been involved in.

Tragically Nobby, who by then was in his late seventies, died after he was believed to have broken down on the A14 quite close to his home at Trimley at about 11.25 pm on Thursday 16th September 2004. A bachelor, Nobby had lived in Trimley for thirteen years.

Dave Feakes

BILL BUDNER

Bill Bunder died suddenly from a massive heart attack on Tuesday 14th January
Bill joined Felixstowe Scribblers in August of 2005 and later joined the new Online
Jotters group. A friendly character, he soon made a lot of friends within the
group and attended our Summer Social at the Grosvenor with his wife Maureen.
He really enjoyed writing and produced some prolific words in his short stories.
His mild manner and quiet voice portrayed every word that he wrote, in fact
Bill had offered to read out a short story at the following meeting but, sadly,
that was not to be.
Away from Scribblers Bill was a lay preacher and heavily involved with church
affairs having taken on the role of editor for the St Mary's Church, [Walton]
magazine and had spoken of many vibrant ideas for improvement.
Sadly Bill was unable to see his plans through as he passed so suddenly. He
left a wife and family in shock and mourning and the Felixstowe Scribblers shared
their grief.
Bill's funeral was held at St Mary's Church, Walton on Friday 3rd March with
a packed congregation. 
His widow Maureen sponsored successful writing competitions for adults and children
in 2007 and from this came the idea of a quarterly in-house competition for
attending writers at Scribblers meeting. A trophy, purchased from the donation
of her prize money from Belinda Janz, the winner of Maureen's competition, has
been named after Bill. 
Dave Feakes.

OUR JACK

Jack Wilkinson first came along to Felixstowe Scribblers with his mother, Caz when he was just eight years old. Although he began attending during his school holidays, he became a regular face at our meetings. Never phased by the adult group Jack quickly built himself a reputation with his own splendidly produced poetry complete with attractive graphics adding to its impact.

At times Jack arrived without any homework, yet sat down and effortlessly composed a poem there and then, sharing the result with the meeting in confident and humorous style.

On one such occasion BBC Radio Suffolk presenter Rachel Sloane came along for an evening, challenged everyone to write a 50-word short story for her "WRITERS TALES" and then broadcast the results a few days later. Needless to say Jack excelled with this challenge that stretched more than a few of his adult companions. His contribution was:

I remember Salisbury

I remember Salisbury by all my friends that were there
I remember Salisbury with every single care
I remember Salisbury the way it used to be
I remember Salisbury with all my family and me
I remember Salisbury by all of my friends' names
I remember Salisbury by all sorts of fun and games.

A special young person, Jack was so mature for his age, had a wonderful sense of humour that always resulted in appreciative fits of laughter. He would spend endless time helping out in all aspects of the group for example at Culturama where he was a wizard salesman at the refreshment counter and, at social functions, a dab hand with a camera. Jack turned his hand to so many things, yet from the Felixstowe Scribblers point of view, he was a fully integrated and respected member of the group.

The first winner, on merit, of the inaugural Online Scribblers Poetry competition, Jack really was a talented young man.

Outside the Scribblers Jack enjoyed many interests: in nature, the elements, especially loved animals and even the age-old art of fencing. Additionally he helped raise funds for local charities like the East Anglian Childrens' Hospices taking part in such events as sponsored bike rides in the middle of Thetford Chase.

Felixstowe and Online Scribblers were absolutely shocked and horrified when they learned

that Jack's cancer had returned after being in remission for so many years. Even in adversity Jack remained good-humoured thinking of others before himself. Messages and prayers came from friends and well-wishers all over the world, and many tears were shed as we shared the grief of his parents, Caz and Karl.

It says so much of Jack that St. Mary's Church at Walton, Felixstowe, was packed full with family and friends to pay their respects and celebrate his life on 21st August 2006.

Seven of Jack's school friends recently paid further tribute to him by organising special assemblies at Deben High School.

In his twelve years, Jack achieved so much and now it seems inconceivable that he is no longer with us. Such a loveable character, Jack was a huge part of Felixstowe Scribblers and will always be remembered with great admiration and affection.

Dave Feakes.

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