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	Ian Munro - Born 1 November 1943, Died 18 January 2004
	People of Godmanchester

We publish below three short tributes to Ian, business proprietor, tradesman, gentleman and friend to this town. “The death of our dear friend Ian, although not unexpected, has come as a shock and great loss to us all. Ian had only just celebrated his 60th birthday and was still working when his illness was discovered over two years ago. Ian was a well-liked individual and popular member of the Rotary Club who will be remembered for many things; his kindness and generosity, especially to those he felt had been dealt a bad hand and needed support; his loyalty to his friends and the Rotary movement he so loved; his affection for the countryside and of the village of Stow Longa where he had grown up; his love and devotion to his family which had supported him so magnificently during his long and painful illness; his pride in being a “Bombolini” which over a period of 20 years took him on an annual pilgrimage to European ski slopes where he was always so happy in the company of his many skiing friends. I could of course mention many other attributes that Ian possessed but you will already have your own treasured memories of him. Certainly I had mine. I had known Ian for well over 30 years and like us all, I had come to respect him as a good friend and colleague. Over the past two years I tried to visit him every week. During these visits he was always cheerful and eager to help customers in the shop. Even when I took him for treatment in the closing stages of his illness, he remained positive and was good company to be with. Our sympathy and condolences have been passed to Irene and the Family who remain in our thoughts at this tragic and difficult time” Alan Carter, President Rotary Club The phrase “never underestimate a quiet man” could be applied to Ian. What at times appeared to be an almost shy exterior concealed a man of solid qualities. His willingness to help people was renowned but their problems, whatever the nature, were handled in an unflappable way. Whether rectifying the works of electrical amateurs, myself included, it was done in a calm and efficient way. It is difficult to image what situation would send Ian into a screaming panic. I could imagine him continuing the walk down the street brushing off the dust following the building collapse. It was I suspect, his very high panic threshold which helped him cope with his illness. No doubt the quiet man had his moments on the ski slopes and elsewhere and in whatever company his sense of humour, the timely interjections were always good to share. As long as my house and garden illuminates, the hand of Ian will be at play and many of his friends will feel that way. I am better for having known him. David Noble What makes a town a community? People like Ian Munro. We were lucky enough to meet Ian rewiring the house when we moved here many years ago. From the start he was kind, considerate and welcoming as well as reliable, fair and helpful. Over the years he was always the same, be it bike sales, bike repairs, obsolete vacuum cleaner bags, TVs that turned blue or various electrical mysteries! He always humoured me in my wanting to repair things rather than discard and replace, and gave freely of his knowledge and experience in tracking down obscure problems. A visit to the shop with a problem became fun! My experience is that of so many people here. Ian was a friend to us, not just a professional. He was a lovely bloke and we are all privileged to have that memory. Thanks Ian. A typical customer As Editor of this magazine for the past seven years, I'd like to thank Ian and Irene for the support provided to us each year and years previous, via their advert. Irene continues with the successful business, and the scope of services has further increased with garden machinery servicing, repairs and sharpening (see business directory). Thanks to Irene for the continued support and my sincere best wishes to you. Stuart Bond


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