Ian has been the best big brother to Richard. He has been a constant presence in his life, from letters they exchanged during times in Africa, through to the more recent years of support, concern and compassion, as dementia has diminished Richard’s world. Both brothers have a common love of sport, especially taking personal enjoyment and - I think - solace, from activity of all types; pushing themselves to achieve their own goals. If Richard could express himself in words now, and understand what has happened, he would be filled with a sense of pride to have had a great brother who shared strong principles and always stuck to doing what he believed was the right thing to do. I feel that there has always been a quiet and special bond between the two men. As Ian’s sister in-law, I’m so sorry that I can only try to guess these feelings. I’ve known Ian for about 50 years and have always loved his brand of humour (notably the Goons!) and ability to seek out the most important things to focus on. In so many ways Ian has been a brother to me, too: offering words of advice, gentle encouragement and wisdom, as well as much kindness and thoughtfulness. His ambitions have always been to use his personal talents to try and enhance the lives of others through his own actions. And he certainly was able to achieve this for us, with gardening projects, researching a cycling group and great walks together- Ian & Richard’s map reading skills were great, maybe thanks, in part, to their lovely dad, Eric’s influence. Our children, Andy and Helen, have so many memories of happy times visiting Old Hall, and family gatherings. Helen is especially grateful when Ian has stepped in to fill in for Richard, as grandad to her children, in his lovely unassuming way. Andy is so glad to have spoken with Ian & Sylvia at Christmas, and that they participated in the family Zoom rendition of a carol! Throughout everything, Sylvia has also been a big part of our shared lives, bringing us together for short breaks in some beautiful parts of Britain, sharing the load of giving me many very much appreciated respite breaks - and with Ian and Sylvia dropping everything to dash across the country to look after Richard while I was in hospital. So many kindnesses and thoughts are flooding through my mind that Richard and I will always keep close to our hearts with love. Richard, Ali, Andy, Helen & family.