Hungerford Arcade has many connections with people from all walks of life whether
Photograph Courtesy of Granddaughter, Claire O’Neill
L-R Claire with Arcade Manager, Rita
they are local or far, far away. This time, a lovely young lady, Claire O’Neill called in to tell us about an Antiques Fair in honour of her grandad who recently passed away.
George had been a silver dealer for over 55 years as was his father before him. He was a well respected member of the community and much loved. George was very ill and became a patient at the Hospice in the Weald. He was so grateful for the care he was receiving that he promised the Hospice he would hold an Antiques Fair to raise money for them. Unfortunately, George did not live to carry out his promise, but in stepped his Granddaughter, Claire O’Neill who put the wheels in motion so that the Fair could go ahead on the day that George had planned it for, 28th April 2019.
The Skinners School has kindly donated the whole school for the occasion and as well as the Antiques Fair which covers two halls with over 55 stalls, there will be live music and refreshments kindly donated by Fuggles Beer Cafe.
The Mayor of Tunbridge Wells, Len Horwood will be officially opening the Fair which will be announced by the Town Crier. It is going to be a marvellous day.
George was still dealing on the internet while in the Hospice and even after his passing, was still selling and making money. Nice one George!
How lovely of you . My dad was really just the best and well respected by all that dealt with him over the years . He was a font of knowledge and always happy to help anyone. Such a loss . I am so proud of my daughter Claire who came into your shop . Thank you and bless you for this amazing write up.
Teresa, It was a pleasure meeting Claire and hearing about your remarkable dad, George. I am sure you will raise lots of money for the Hospice and our very best wishes go out to you Claire, family and George’s good friends. God Bless you all. Rita
Thank you for the lovely article about my Dad and Niece; Claire. He will be smiling reading that. Six months on his loss is still felt very much, every minute of every day and especially for my lovely Mum. Thank you for caring xx
Dear Jacqui, My heart goes out to you all. Such a wonderful close family. Your dad was a wonderful man with a big heart and his memory will live on with your family and all that knew him. Thinking of you and your lovely mum. Ritaxx