John Anthony


John Anthony or Doctor John as he was better known to most of us, joined Hornchurch Rotary Club in 1967 and throughout the next 42 years as a Member was an outstanding example to us of what a Rotarian is all about. A man with a very demanding job and full family life, John was always available to support Rotary activities playing an active part in the


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owe to John entirely my introduction to the world


of Rotary. Around 1979 Elke and I were invited by Reg and Eileen Beresford to join them at the Havering East President‟s night. John and Sheelagh had also been invited. The pattern contin- ued thereafter and I also got to know on the same occa- sions Trevor Rosie and Ron Jiggins. Late in 1980 John asked if I would like to join


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ithout fail I think of John at least once a


week, and where does it happen, on the golf course of course.


ne morning, when I was playing a round


with Yakat and John, a frustrated cry came from John as he played his second shot on the long par 5 eleventh hole.


local community of which he was such an important part.


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personally found John a friend and supporter al-


ways able to provide good advice and guidance when asked, you could rely on him to "put you right" if needed. When I first met John on join- ing Rotary I was not quite sure what to make of him he was extremely noisy and outgo- ing always ready with a joke or reminiscence of some (relevant) medical matter, having a wicked


Rotary and the following year I was inducted. I shall always remember John‟s words “ You won‟t get to be friends with a nicer set of guys upon whom you will always be able to rely. They will always be ready to offer help if you need it. You will get to know them so well that your trust in them will never be in doubt”


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s the ball dribbled a few feet along the


ground he was bemoaning the fact that he could not get on with the new club he had bought.


couple of weeks later, I commented on the


fact he was not using his new 3 wood. " Oh no" he replied, " I just cannot get on with the blasted thing." A little later in the round he suddenly said, "Why don't you give it a go,


sense of humour. I quickly learned that his Thursday lunch times were his way of letting off steam surrounded by a group of friends who ap- preciated that it was his op- portunity to escape from the professional pressure of his demanding work.


John may well have enjoyed and gained support from


Rotary but we as a Club cer- tainly were much richer for his friendship and involve- ment.


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aybe good marketing but I know John was


right and I believe he has always shown supporting interest when needed. He rated fellowship highly.


remain grateful and indebted for his introduc-


tion to our very special Club.


Eddie…..


it's in my garage gathering dust, try it out to see if you like it".


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eedless to say I did and I liked it and I


handed over the cash.


t is now my favourite club which I 'mostly' hit


very well and as a result I think of John every time I use it.


George…. Page No. 7


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