Former President of Starkholmes Village Hall, Don Lambley has died aged 89 on 22nd March, after a long illness.
He was a committee member of the Village Hall for 30 years, was actively involved in organising the hugely successful Starkholmes Gala, as well as being Licensee, Chairman and then President.
Current President, Jeff Wheatley said, “Don was a stalwart of the Village Hall over many years, working really hard behind the scenes. A huge supporter of the local community, he gave leadership to the Village Hall during its most successful years. He was always helpful to Village Hall committee members and will be sorely missed.”
Don was a former police inspector, worked as the county secretary for St John Ambulance and was awarded the MBE in 1985.
A service of celebration for Don will be held at St Giles Church, Matlock on Tuesday 30th April 2019 at 12.30pm.
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