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James Christopher Rtd. Lt. Col. East Lancash Shaw
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James Christopher
Rtd. Lt. Col. East Lancashire Regt. Peacefully, on March 12th, 2009, at his home, James, aged 88 years, the dearly loved husband of Jane, much loved father of Caroline and Simon, loved father-in-law of Roger and adored grandfather of Alexandra and Nick.
A service will be held at The Chapel, Fulwood Barracks, Preston on Friday, Mach 20th at 11-15 a.m. prior to committal at Preston Crematorium at 12-30 p.m. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Jim if so desired may be given for The Army Benevolent Fund or The East Lancashire Hospice. All donations and inquiries to William Houghton Funeral Director, Chapel Hill, Longridge. Tel. 01772 782291.
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