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John White: Chairman of the Village
Hall committee 2005 to 2013
John White died on 16th December 2013.
Along with his committee, John ran the
village hall with diligence and flair. He was zealous in his
guardianship of both the fabric of the building and of its
place in the life of the villages. The following is a list
of some of the goals achieved during his chairmanship:
Replacement of all guttering.
The addition of toilet facilities
suitable for the disabled.
The introduction of Film Nights.
An induction loop for people using
hearing aids.
Successful application for a grant from
the Lottery Fund for the refurbishment of the kitchen,
complete redecoration, and improved heating and lighting.
Successful application for a second
grant for the purchase of digital projector, electric screen
and speakers.
The establishment of the Eversdens
Society (Film Nights, Race Nights, etc)
The restoration of the floor.
He was working on ideas to extend the
hall in order to improve storage, Green Room, and small
meeting facilities.
John made sure the prime purpose of the
village hall was enjoyment. Fundraising though was also
necessary. With this basic policy, the committee was able to
arrange some special events and still keep the village hall
financially viable.
John was a stickler for detail. He
never missed a new scratch in the paintwork! His vigilance
kept the village hall in good condition and, therefore,
attractive to users and hirers for all manner of activities
from band-practices to receptions. Much of his work was
behind the scenes. His car was to be seen frequently outside
the village hall as he attended to some little problem - a
dodgy heater, a light bulb, a touch of paint, a loose hinge.
The villages have lost a tireless and
effective champion of the Village Hall.
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