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His dad would be proud. Boy's poignant rugby tribute to father
19 February 2016Little Jack Tandy kicks off a memorial rugby match in tribute to his father who died in a fall.
Funeral announced for past mayor
17 February 2016Former mayor Deryck Murray, who died while on holiday in Thailand, will be remembered fondly at his funeral
First female Chelsea Pensioner dies
14 February 2016The first ever female Chelsea Pensioner to be accepted at the Royal Hospital Chelsea, who once lived in Deal, has died.
Bench tribute plan for popular dustman Robert
11 February 2016A well-liked dustman, who had a smile for everyone, is set to have a memorial bench in his name funded by the community in which he served.
Popular fruit and veg seller dies in crash
10 February 2016A popular fruit and veg seller who died in a crash has been described as a "loveable rogue" and a "truly nice fellow".
Tributes to D-Day veteran and ‘well respected chap’
29 January 2016A D-Day veteran who was awarded France’s highest war honour last year has passed away.
Funeral of man who left his mark on local history to be held
29 January 2016Heritage association pays tribute to Roy Coussens who cast the many commemorative plaques in the borough
Inspirational mum loses cancer battle
18 January 2016A mum who raised thousands of pounds for good causes has died after a long battle with cancer.
Tributes to dementia campaigner
14 January 2016A man who campaigned tirelessly to improved dementia care has died at the age of 80.
Tributes to campaigner Richard Stainton
12 January 2016Books of condolence in memory of a local campaigner will be open for people to sign in Whitstable town centre.
Minute's applause for soccer legend Jimmy Hill
21 December 2015Folkestone Invicta FC stage tribute to leading pundit who had been their vice-president.
Biker escort for 'fallen rider' funeral
18 December 2015Scores of motorcyclists are expected to pay a touching tribute to a 19-year-old motorcylist killed in a crash.
Friends' shock at sudden death of Hannah, 16
20 November 2015A popular 16-year-old girl who died of meningitis just days after being diagnosed has been remembered as talented, funny and charismatic by friends.
Tributes remember charming and selfless teacher
19 November 2015Heartfelt tributes have been paid in memory of a former deputy head teacher at Walmer School, who has died aged 65.
'She was very much somebody who did the right thing'
16 November 2015A grieving mother has spoken out for the first time about her adventurous, but sensible, daughter who died while on holiday.
Tributes to Sir Norman's sister-in-law
13 November 2015Cristina Wisdom - the sister-in-law of Deal’s slapstick comedy icon Sir Norman Wisdom has died aged 93.
Family announce funeral details of US crash victim
12 November 2015The funeral of a Deal father who was killed in a car crash in the United States has been announced.
Search dog Bryn dies
06 November 2015A dog that helped save numerous lives across the county as part of Kent Search and Rescue has died.
Tributes paid to mum who lost cancer battle
26 October 2015Moving tributes have been paid to a ‘strong, intelligent and bubbly’ mum-of-two who passed away after a two-year battle with breast cancer.
Former magistrate and community stalwart dies
22 October 2015An Islander known for her work in the witness protection programme and in the courtroom has passed away.
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