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THE death of David Ca (Snr)was marked by a number of tributes from his former colleagues at Maidstone Rugby Club. The club’swebsite noted: “During his time


in office, David presided over a period of change taking place. He proceeded to bring a business approach to the running of the club and brought a degree of stability when the clubwas dropping down through the leagues.” David’s chairmanship of the club took


place from the late 1980s to early 1990s, a tough period during which a steady hand was important. David worked as a farmer in the Boughton Monchelsea area and his business – which diversified under his management – remains in the family. David leaves three sons, David, Mike and


Pete, whowere all heavily involved with rugby at the club and in the case of Mike and Pete also at Cranbrook. His grandchildren also have a passion for


rugby with grandsons Chris and Phil playing for Cranbrook and another grandson – James – being a member of Blackheath 1st XV.


Heather Johnson


MOTHER-of-one Heather Johnson (37) of Fernhill Road, Fant, and formerly of Rainham, had worked locally in cafes and restaurants.


Shewas known to


many regulars at The Source Bar in Maidstone where she never missed a party night.Alot of her friends have paid tribute using social media, especially on her Facebook page which is being


managed by her son Cameron Piper (15). Cameron spoke of his loss and the sadness


he feels that any children he has will never know their grandmother. Sophie Elizabeth Lane Morgan said Heatherwas “was one in a million she will be sadly missed” and Nadine Hanlon added: “Her laughwas infectious…Her smile could light a room.”


Duncan Keen


TRIBUTES have been paid to South African chef Duncan Keen (33) who worked at Oakwood House andwas most recently


resident in a hostel in Boxley Road, Maidstone. Duncan had been asked to leave the hostel


and had earlier asked to be sent to prison after an incident in Maidstone town centre. Duncan’s plea for imprisonmentwas an aempt to find space to turn his life around after he had lost his job. His mother, people he knew in the hostel


and former workmates united to praise his creative,warm and funny qualities and his love of music and poetry. Duncan died after being hit by a train at Barming Station and people in the area – including the local branch of The Samaritans – expressed a wish that those suffering depression and similar conditions seek help before bringing about a tragedy. Duncan leaves father David, mother Cherie, sisters Vanessa and Jaklyn and brother Clinton.


Mick Stevens


MICK Stevens (63) of Barming lived locally for 31 years andwas widely known throughout the area from his years of involvement as a Lib Dem councillor on Maidstone Council.


Hewas the first


leader of the council in the new era of cabinet government from 2001 and among his many other achievements was stepping up from deputy to lead the policy and resources commiee in 1999. The former leader of


that commiee, Dan Daley, is among many who have paid tribute. He said: “Mick understood the intricacies of finance incrediblywell, the mental abilities he brought to his workwere exceptional and his work ethicwas such that you only had to ask him once to get something done.” Former Downs Mail editor Dennis Fowle


said: “Mickwas an active and dedicated leader of Maidstone Council with strong all- round abilities who always impressed me with his achievements in the role.” Mickwas married to Shona and had children Yanalie and Jodie and step-children Adam and Lucy. Shona said: “Mickwas a true liberal who could always see both sides of an argument and be completely fair. “He had achieved a lot outside of politics, including many years as a highly successful salesman in the greetings card industry where he came close to achieving the highest sales of anyone in his company,


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nationally, for a number of years. “Politicswas a passion for him and he


took a degree at South Bank University as a mature student, after which most of his working lifewas dedicated to local politics.” Mick leaves his wife, children, step- children and six grandchildren.


Mary Black


MARY Black (84) lived in Bearsted from 1986, and previously lived in Bower Close, Maidstone from 1976. Shewas a Lib Dem councillor for Allington and mayor of Maidstone between 1990 and 1991. Born Mary Penrice in Glasgow, her previous homes included a London hostel where she stayed while working for the Civil Service. Mary married Robert, “Bob,” in 1957 and the couple raised daughters Deborah and Shauna. They moved to Cuxton


when Bob’s career withHMCustoms and Excise took him to the Medway towns. Mary taught in Strood and for a number of years at Clare Park inWest Malling. Prior to becoming a councillor Mary stood for Parliament as a Liberal Party candidate in the Medway area in 1974, coming close to securing the seat. Daughter Shauna said: “My mother cared passionately about education and had a strong sense of fairness. Shewas the kind of loyal friend who would always step in and help others, andwas also quick to laugh. “Her teaching and communication skills


were exceptional, she got excellent results with challenging pupils and authored a series of “How To…” books aimed at helping youngsters who struggled. “My motherwas always resourceful and


inventive; along with her writing skills she was also a skilled artist.” Mary – whowas widowed in 2012 – leaves


her daughters and four granddaughters – Natasha, Farrah, Madeleine and Alana.


Roy Manser


ROY Manser (81) of Charlton Lane,West Farleighwas a member of San Fairy Ann Cycling Club for 68 years. Barming-born Roy followed his father into


the blacksmith trade and started his own business – Andian Construction. The companywas named after his sons, Andrew and Ian, whom he had with his wife Pamela. Roywas taken ill on a club ride and paramedics could not save him. He leaves his wife and son Andrew. Son


Ian pre-deceased him when hewas killed in a cycling accident 18 years ago.


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