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  1. Sorry to hear of the death of William (Bill) Davies. I remember him with gratitude and affection. A talented and approachable gentleman with a lively sense of humour, who lived life to the full. He was organist and choirmaster at Sutton Baptist Church during my schooldays in the 1950s and 1960s. I babysat Alison on occasions - a strikingly pretty young lady with a ready smile and beautiful curls. All the girls were intelligent and capable - I have followed Melinda's progress from afar in recent years via the odd internet entry. She and my sister (deceased 1976) were bridesmaids at my wedding thirty six years ago - a memorable occasion when Bill Davies managed to play Vidor's toccata on an instrument little better than a harmonium, in Banstead Baptist Church - then a tin chapel! I remember the beautiful notes of Melinda's solo forming a backdrop as we signed the register in the vestry. Bill and his family gave immense support and help during teenage years and he instilled and inspired an interest and knowledge of singing and music that has been a lifelong joy. I am only sorry that we failed to keep in touch and so I never thanked him. My prayers and thoughts will be with the family on Monday and in the coming days. I thank God for the life of Bill Davies. May he rest in peace and rise in glory. Valerie C Isle of Wight
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