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Death of Croft stalwart

The death of Richard Warren of the Croft Band has been announced

Croft
 

It is with great sadness that the Croft Silver Band have to report that Richard (Dick)Warren passed away peacefully on sunday 16th November, aged 92.

Sadly missed

Band Manager, Ian Bromley told 4BR: "For many years Dick was involved with Croft Silver Band both playing, conducting and running the Band. In his time he taught many youngsters how to play, with many of these players progressing onto top section bands. He will be sadly missed."

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