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Death of former Sale MD

The death has been announced of former Sale Brass MD, Bobby Richard.

Sale Brass
 

Tuesday, 09 February 2016

        

Sale Brass has announced the passing of Bobby Richard, who conducted the band from 1989 to 1992, following a bravely fought battle with cancer.

Bob was a popular MD and enjoyed considerable success with Sale Brass including a hat-trick of wins at the Kirkby Lonsdale Contest between 1990 & 1992.

Funeral details

The funeral will be held at noon on Monday 15th February at St Joseph's Church, Hope Road, Sale and afterwards at Altrincham Crematorium.

Anyone who would like to play at the service should contact Pam Black on 07980 515 236

        

TAGS: Sale Brass

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