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In Loving Memory Of: Angela Thorne 1939 - 2023 84 Years Old "Loved By all, Remembered By Many, Cherished Forever" Your memorial? Click here to edit... Share this Memorial with Friends & Family: Share Memorial on FB Biography: Angela Thorne is a British actress known for her versatile and accomplished career in television, theater, and film. Born on January 25, 1939, in Karachi, British India (now Pakistan), she has left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment with her talent and memorable performances. Thorne's career in the arts began on the stage, where she displayed her remarkable acting skills. She established herself as a respected theater actress, performing in numerous productions in the United Kingdom. Her theatrical work allowed her to tackle a wide range of roles, from classical to contemporary, showcasing her versatility and dedication to the craft. In addition to her work in the theater, Angela Thorne made notable contributions to British television. She appeared in various television series and TV movies, earning recognition for her performances. One of her most iconic roles was as Marjory Frobisher in the popular British sitcom "To the Manor Born" (1979-1981). Her portrayal of the quirky and endearing character added depth to the show and endeared her to audiences. Thorne's work in television extended beyond her role in "To the Manor Born." She appeared in a variety of series, including "Executive Stress" and "Three Up, Two Down," further solidifying her reputation as a talented actress in the British entertainment landscape. While Angela Thorne's television work was notable, she continued to maintain a presence in the theatre, emphasizing her commitment to live performance. Throughout her career, Angela Thorne's contributions to the arts and her dedication to acting have earned her admiration and respect. Her ability to bring characters to life with authenticity and depth has left a lasting impact on the world of entertainment, and she remains celebrated for her body of work. Gallery: Listen To Their Voice: Angela Thorne 00:00 / 00:27 Location Of Memorial: Battersea, London Borough of Wandsworth, Greater London, England Burial Cremated. Specifically: Ashes given to family or friend. Memorial Created By: Anonymous

In Loving Memory Of: Bill Gladden 1924 - April 2024 100 Years Old WWII D-Day Veteran Your memorial? Click here to edit... Share this Memorial with Friends & Family: Share Memorial on FB Biography: Bill Gladden, from Haverhill, Suffolk, was serving with the 6th Airborne Reconnaissance Regiment in 1944. He was shot in the leg by the Germans 12 days after landing in France and spent the next three years in hospital back in the UK. The then 20-year-old had been with his unit near the French village of Ranville, close to the strategically important Pegasus Bridge which it was tasked with protecting. On 17 June 1944 he carried two wounded soldiers into a barn being used as a medical post, before being carried into the same barn two days later when he was shot while brewing tea. Gallery: Listen To Their Voice: Bill Gladden 00:00 / 00:27 Location Of Memorial: Not publicly known Memorial Created By: Anonymous

In Loving Memory Of: Ian Lavender February 1946 - February 2024 78 Years Old Most cherished for playing Pike in Dads Army Your memorial? Click here to edit... Share this Memorial with Friends & Family: Share Memorial on FB Biography: Arthur Ian Lavender (16 February 1946 – 2 February 2024) was an English stage, film and television actor. He is best known for his role as Private Pike in Dad's Army, a BBC sitcom set during World War II, of which he was the last surviving main cast member. After Dad's Army, Lavender returned to the theatre, including a role in a production of Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice.[15] Between 1971 and 1973 Lavender joined Dad's Army colleague Arthur Lowe on the BBC radio comedy Parsley Sidings.[16] He was in a BBC radio comedy series, a spin-off from Dad's Army called It Sticks Out Half a Mile.[17] Lavender also appeared in films and television series, one of which (Mr Big, 1977) featured him starring alongside Peter Jones and Prunella Scales.[14] During the 1970s he appeared as a supporting actor in a number of British 'low farce' films, including one Carry On film – Carry On Behind (1975).[18] Gallery: Listen To Their Voice: Ian Lavender 00:00 / 00:27 Location Of Memorial: Not publicly known Memorial Created By: Anonymous

In Loving Memory Of: Frank Field July 1942 - April 2024 81 Years Old Labour MP for Birkenhead Your memorial? Click here to edit... Share this Memorial with Friends & Family: Share Memorial on FB Biography: Frank Ernest Field, Baron Field of Birkenhead, CH, PC, DL (16 July 1942 – 23 April 2024) was a British politician who was the Member of Parliament (MP) for Birkenhead for 40 years, from 1979 to 2019, serving as a Labour MP until August 2018 and thereafter as an Independent. In 2019, he formed the Birkenhead Social Justice Party and stood unsuccessfully as its sole candidate in the 2019 election. After leaving the House of Commons he was awarded a life peerage in 2020 and sat in the House of Lords as a crossbencher. From 1997 to 1998, Field served as the Minister of Welfare Reform in Tony Blair's government. Field resigned following differences with the Prime Minister; as a backbencher he soon became one of the Labour government's most vocal critics. Field was elected Chair of the Work and Pensions Select Committee in June 2015. Following the 2017 general election he was re-elected unopposed. In August 2018, Field resigned the Labour whip citing antisemitism in the party, as well as a "culture of intolerance, nastiness and intimidation" in parts of the party, including in his own constituency.[2] Field lost a confidence vote in his constituency party a month before his resignation, after siding with the government in Brexit votes. His resignation of the whip also led to his departure from the wider membership of the Labour Party, according to the Labour National Executive Committee, although Field disputed this.[3] Gallery: Listen To Their Voice: Frank Field 00:00 / 00:27 Location Of Memorial: Not publicly known Memorial Created By: Anonymous

In Loving Memory Of: Paxton Whitehead 1937 - 2023 86 Years Old "Loved By all, Remembered By Many, Cherished Forever" Your memorial? Click here to edit... Share this Memorial with Friends & Family: Share Memorial on FB Biography: Paxton Whitehead is a distinguished British actor known for his extensive work in theater, film, and television. Born on October 17, 1937, in Kent, England, he has had a prolific career spanning several decades, earning recognition and admiration for his performances. Whitehead's journey in the world of acting began on the stage, where he honed his craft and developed his remarkable talent. He became known for his versatile acting skills, which allowed him to excel in a wide range of roles in both classical and contemporary theater. One of Paxton Whitehead's significant contributions to the world of theater was his involvement with the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) in the 1960s. He participated in RSC productions, showcasing his affinity for classical works and solidifying his reputation as a respected stage actor. In addition to his theater work in the UK, Whitehead also made his mark on the American stage. He performed in numerous Broadway productions, earning accolades for his roles in plays like "Noises Off" and "Lettice and Lovage." His work in American theater further cemented his status as a renowned actor. Paxton Whitehead's acting talents extended beyond the theater to film and television. He appeared in a variety of film roles and made notable appearances in television series and TV movies. His ability to inhabit diverse characters across different mediums demonstrated his versatility as an actor. Throughout his career, Whitehead has been celebrated for his commitment to the art of acting and his ability to bring depth and authenticity to his characters. His contributions to the world of performing arts have left a lasting impact, and he continues to be admired for his impressive body of work. Paxton Whitehead's legacy is marked by his exceptional talent, his dedication to the craft of acting, and his enduring presence in the world of theater, film, and television. Gallery: Listen To Their Voice: Paxton Whitehead 00:00 / 00:27 Location Of Memorial: Not publicly known Memorial Created By: Anonymous

In Loving Memory Of: Alexei Navalny June 1976 - February 2024 47 Years Old Russian politician and prominent opposition leader Your memorial? Click here to edit... Share this Memorial with Friends & Family: Share Memorial on FB Biography: Alexei Anatolyevich Navalny[c] (Russian: Алексей Анатольевич Навальный, IPA: 4 June 1976 – 16 February 2024) was a Russian opposition leader,[2][4] lawyer, anti-corruption activist, and political prisoner. He organised anti-government demonstrations and ran for office to advocate reforms against corruption in Russia and against President Vladimir Putin and his government.[5] Navalny was a Russian Opposition Coordination Council member, the leader of the Russia of the Future party and founder of the Anti-Corruption Foundation (FBK).[6] He was recognised by Amnesty International as a prisoner of conscience, and was awarded the Sakharov Prize for his work on human rights. Navalny was married to Yulia Abrosimova and had two children, daughter Darya (Dasha) Navalnaya, who began undergraduate studies at Stanford University in September 2019, and son Zakhar.[497] Starting 1998, he lived primarily in a three-room apartment in Maryino District in southeast Moscow.[498] Navalny was originally an atheist, but later became a member of the Russian Orthodox Church. He has said that turning to the Orthodox church has made him feel a "part of something large and universal."[499] On 17 January 2021, Navalny was again arrested as he was returning to Russia, after having had to leave the country for medical treatment in Germany for a poisoning attempt against his life that had recently occurred in Russia.[235] He remained incarcerated (initially in the IK-2 penal colony) and was housed in the IK-6 maximum security prison in Melekhovo, Vladimir Oblast.[500][501][349] Navalny was listed by Amnesty International (AI) as a prisoner of conscience in May 2021, meaning that AI held that Navalny's incarceration was primarily due to his political beliefs.[502] In addition to his native Russian, Navalny also spoke English.[503][50 Gallery: Listen To Their Voice: Alexei Navalny 00:00 / 00:27 Location Of Memorial: Not publicly known Memorial Created By: Anonymous

In Loving Memory Of: "Bad Bones" John Klinger May 1984 - May 2024 40 Years Old Famed German Wrestler within TNA Your memorial? Click here to edit... Share this Memorial with Friends & Family: Share Memorial on FB Biography: Bad Bones debuted in 2004.[2] He held numerous titles including the wXw Unified World Heavyweight Championship and European Heavyweight Championship.[3][4] Wrestling internationally he faced Frankie Sloan for All Star Wrestling,[5] Spud for 1 Pro Wrestling,[6] Andy Wild for Discovery Wrestling[7] and the BCW Openweight Championship,[8] Mikey Whiplash and Johnny Moss for Insane Championship Wrestling,[9][10] Rampage Brown for PROGRESS Wrestling, Josh Briggs for EVOLVE Wrestling,[11] and numerous others.[12] Bad Bones first appeared in TNA during the September 29 TNA First Impact Tour where he defeated Karsten Kretschmer. He participated in and won the January 2011 edition of TNA Gut Check held in London, England. Bad Bones returned to TNA in February 2014, during this time, Bad Bones worked in several matches for TNA. On February 1, Bones faced Christopher Daniels in a dark match, losing to Daniels. On that same night, during the regular broadcast of Impact Wrestling, he lost to Samoa Joe. The following night on February 2, at TNA One Night Only: Joker's Wild 2, Bones teamed with Samoa Joe, to defeat Christopher Daniels and Robbie E in a qualifying match for the Joker's Wild Gauntlet match. The $100,000 Joker's Wild Gauntlet was later won by Ethan Carter III. During the February 27 edition of Impact Wrestling, Bones was selected by Magnus to be the opponent of Magnus' rival Samoa Joe. He was defeated by Joe in the brief match that followed. On the February 24, 2017, edition of Impact Wrestling, Bad Bones returned to TNA in a losing effort against the debuting Josh Barnett.[13] Gallery: Listen To Their Voice: "Bad Bones" John Klinger 00:00 / 00:27 Location Of Memorial: Not publicly known Memorial Created By: Anonymous

In Loving Memory Of: Sol Bamba January 1985 - August 2024 39 Years Old French professional footballer and manager Your memorial? Click here to edit... Share this Memorial with Friends & Family: Share Memorial on FB Biography: Souleymane Bamba (13 January 1985 – 31 August 2024), known as Sol Bamba, was a professional football player and manager. As a player, he was a centre-back. Born in France, he played for the Ivory Coast national team. Bamba started his career in his native France with Paris Saint-Germain, but failed to establish himself in their first team. He moved to Scotland to join Dunfermline Athletic in 2006, helping the club reach the final of the Scottish Cup in his first season. Two years later, he was transferred to Hibernian, before joining English side Leicester City in January 2011. Bamba was sold to Turkish club Trabzonspor in 2012 for £750,000 before joining Palermo. However, he was loaned to Leeds United after making only one appearance in six months. He eventually joined Leeds on a permanent deal and was appointed club captain, spending a further year with the club before being released and subsequently joining Cardiff City. In his first full season with Cardiff, he helped the side win promotion to the Premier League. He retired in 2022 after one year at Middlesbrough, and was assistant manager of Cardiff in 2023 and manager of Adanaspor in Turkey at the time of his death. Born in France to Ivorian parents, Bamba represented Ivory Coast in the 2008 Olympic Games and earned 46 caps for the senior international team between 2008 and 2014.[4] He was chosen for two World Cups and three Africa Cup of Nations, finishing as a runner-up in the latter in 2012. Gallery: Listen To Their Voice: Sol Bamba 00:00 / 00:27 Location Of Memorial: Not publicly known Memorial Created By: Anonymous

In Loving Memory Of: Roberto Cavalli November 1940 - April 2024 83 Years Old Fashion Designer Your memorial? Click here to edit... Share this Memorial with Friends & Family: Share Memorial on FB Biography: Roberto Cavalli was an Italian fashion designer and inventor. He was known for exotic prints and for creating the sand-blasted look for jeans. The Roberto Cavalli fashion house sells luxury clothing, perfume and leather accessories. In the early 1970s, he invented and patented a printing process on leather, and started creating patchworks of different materials. He debuted these techniques in Paris, immediately winning commissions from the likes of Hermès and Pierre Cardin. At age 32, he presented his first namesake collection at the Salon for Prêt-à-Porter in Paris. He brought it to the catwalks of the Sala Bianca of Palazzo Pitti in Florence, and later his Milano Collezioni featured jeans made of printed denim, intarsia leathers, brocade, and wild-animal prints. In 1972, he opened his first boutique in Saint-Tropez.[4] In Milan in 1994, Cavalli presented the first sand-blasted jeans. By December of the same year, he had opened boutiques in Saint Barth, in the French Caribbean, followed by others in Venice and Saint-Tropez. Besides his main line, which is sold in more than 50 countries worldwide, Cavalli designed RC Menswear, as well as the youth-aimed diffusion line Just Cavalli, launched in 2000,[5] today encompasses men’s and women’s wear and accessories, watches, jewelry, perfumes, eye wear, under garments, and beach attire. There is also the Angels & Devils Children Collection, the Class line, shoes and two underwear collections. In 2002, Cavalli opened his first café-store in Florence, revamping it with his signature animal prints. Soon after, in Milan, the Just Cavalli café at Torre Branca opened, as well as another boutique on Via della Spiga. In July 2011, his company collection was presented at the catwalk of The Brandery fashion show in Barcelona.[6] On 18 June 2013, he was awarded an Honorary Master Diploma in Fashion Management from Domus Academy in Milan, during a ceremony after which he held a lectio magistralis.[7] Gallery: Listen To Their Voice: Roberto Cavalli 00:00 / 00:27 Location Of Memorial: Not publicly known Memorial Created By: Anonymous

In Loving Memory Of: Jack Jones January 1938 - October 2024 86 Years Old American Singer Your memorial? Click here to edit... Share this Memorial with Friends & Family: Share Memorial on FB Biography: John Allan Jones (January 14, 1938 – October 23, 2024) was an American singer[1] and actor. He was primarily a straight-pop singer (even when he recorded contemporary material) whose forays into jazz were mostly of the big-band/swing music variety. He won two Grammy Awards[1] and received five nominations for Grammys.[2] He notably sang the opening theme song for the television series The Love Boat.[3] Jones continued to perform concerts around the world and in Las Vegas. His recordings include "Lollipops and Roses", "Wives and Lovers", "The Race Is On", "The Impossible Dream", and "Call Me Irresponsible". He also sang the opening theme for the 1968 war film Anzio ("This World Is Yours"), as well as the title song for the 1963 film Love with the Proper Stranger, which played on a radio in the film contributing to the storyline. Gallery: Listen To Their Voice: Jack Jones 00:00 / 00:27 Location Of Memorial: Not publicly known Memorial Created By: Anonymous

In Loving Memory Of: Julien Arnold 1964 - November 2024 60 Years Old Canadian Actor Your memorial? Click here to edit... Share this Memorial with Friends & Family: Share Memorial on FB Biography: Julien Arnold was an actor, known for White Coats (2004), Mentors (1998) and Jade Empire (2005). He died on 24 November 2024 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Gallery: Listen To Their Voice: Julien Arnold 00:00 / 00:27 Location Of Memorial: Not publicly known Memorial Created By: Anonymous

In Loving Memory Of: Michael Gambon 1940 - 2023 83 Years Old "Loved By all, Remembered By Many, Cherished Forever" Your memorial? Click here to edit... Share this Memorial with Friends & Family: Share Memorial on FB Biography: Sir Michael Gambon is a highly esteemed British actor known for his remarkable versatility and acclaimed performances in film, television, and on the stage. Born on October 19, 1940, in Dublin, Ireland, Gambon's acting career has spanned several decades, earning him a reputation as one of the finest actors of his generation. Gambon's stage career began in the 1960s, and he gained recognition for his work with the National Theatre and the Royal Shakespeare Company. His ability to inhabit a wide range of characters with depth and authenticity soon propelled him to prominence in the world of theater. In film, Gambon is perhaps best known for taking over the iconic role of Albus Dumbledore in the "Harry Potter" film series after the passing of Richard Harris. His portrayal of Dumbledore in the later films of the series was widely praised for capturing the wisdom, kindness, and gravitas of the character. His filmography is extensive and includes critically acclaimed roles in movies such as "The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover" (1989), "The Insider" (1999), and "Gosford Park" (2001), among many others. His ability to seamlessly transition between various genres and characters has made him a sought-after actor in the industry. In addition to his work on screen and stage, Michael Gambon has received numerous awards and honors throughout his career, including multiple Olivier Awards and a knighthood in 1998 for his services to drama. Gallery: Listen To Their Voice: Michael Gambon 00:00 / 00:27 Location Of Memorial: Not publicly known Memorial Created By: Anonymous