Motion text
That this House celebrates the life and legacy of Andy Chilton, who has sadly passed away at the age of 73; acknowledges that Andy was a much loved and recognisable figure in Wincanton, whose character, selflessness and service greatly benefited the local community; applauds his distinguished 35 year career in the Royal Navy serving aboard HMS Hermes, HMS Battleaxe, HMS Illustrious, HMS Forth and HMS Tiger, from which he retired in 2001 with the rank of Senior Warrant Officer Stores Accountant, having been awarded the Meritorious Service Medal; pays tribute to his remarkable dedication to public service in civilian life, notably through founding and leading the South Somerset Community Accessible Transport Scheme (CATBUS) for 16 years located at the Balsam Centre, which has since become a vital service valued by the local residents; further acknowledges his tireless volunteer work following his retirement from CATBUS, supporting organisations and charities including the Wincanton branch of the Royal British Legion, the Wincanton Armed Forces Breakfast Club, Growing Spaces, Wincanton Live-at-Home Scheme and the Got Your Six veterans hub; notes with sadness that Andy’s passing has left a significant gap in the life of the community; and sends its deepest sympathies to his wife Dee, their children, grandchildren and close friends.
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