David Michael Pickford

David Michael Pickford

David Pickford Obituary

Published by The Times on Sep. 24, 2009.
David Michael died peacefully at Pilgrim's Hospice, Ashford, Kent, 20th September 2009, aged 83 years. Widower of his beloved Betty, adored father, grandfather, great grandfather, Chairman Haslemere Estates, London President Boys' Brigade, founder Christians in Property, friend and encourager of many. Private family cremation followed by Thanksgiving Service, Tuesday 6th October, 2.00pm, Willesborough Baptist Church TN24 0QR. Family flowers only, donations to Philo Trust or Oasis.

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Martyn Kingdon

November 11, 2018

Someone to look up to. Also a family friend. Life moves on and so do we but memories cannot be erased. A friend of Penny.

The Lawries

October 6, 2009

We feel so honoured to have met David, albeit late in his life. He richly blessed us all with his love and enthusiasm. We will miss him dearly. Adam, Debbie, Tom and Matt

Andrew Colier

October 1, 2009

Deepest sympathy to all the family, with fondest memories of Haslemere days with my late father, Frank Collier.

Chris Tanton

September 25, 2009

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

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