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John Baker RIP

Cowsi Magol writes: It is with great sadness that we have to report that John Baker passed away this morning.  John had a heart attack from which he never recovered, although attempts were made...

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Ron Bowden RIP

Update: Ron's funeral will be held at the South Chapel, City of London Crematorium, at 11am on Tuesday, 29th May. The family invite everyone for a drink and a snack at the WGEL clubhouse at Ashton...

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Steve Sear funeral details

Details of the funeral of Steve Sear, RIP - 3-time winner of the Ken Bray Trophy 1991-95. Wednesday 16th May, 1.30pm. Forest Park Crematorium, Forest Road, Hainault, Essex, IG6 3HP...

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RIP Steve Sear

We are extremely sad to report the passing of former member Steve Sear.  He came to the sport in his late 30s but made a substantial impact on the local racing scene. He raced frequently...

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Ken Bone R.I.P.

96-year old Ken Bone, Woodford Green Athletic Club's oldest Life Member, passed away at Stirling, north of Edinburgh, in January. Ken joined the club in 1937, and after his war service years he won...

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Ken Bray 1929-2017: RIP

A tribute by John Hayward, Club President 1982-84 & 2008-09 On 29th December, after a 14-week battle with illness, one of the club’s oldest members, 88-year old Ken Bray (left, below, with...

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Alf Stokes R.I.P.

With great sadness, we have to announce the death of Alf Stokes, President of Essex ladies AC from 1997-99, Life Member, and manager of the most successful team in the club’s history. Alf's...

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