A memorial for Roger Bowen

One of our best loved characters Roger Bowen died in January and as he wished to be buried in England most of his friends here were denied a chance to say farewell. His long time friend and colleague Michaela Best has undertaken to organise a short memorial service in the parish church in Varen.
To be held on Saturday 4th May at 5pm (17h) the proceedings will include a welcome and  benediction by the Curé and some of Roger's favourite music and readings as well as a reminiscence of his life here in France as well as life before France.
The service should last about 30 minutes and will be followed by drinks and nibbles at Michaela's house in St Vincent de Varen.
Michaela will prepare a booklet and asks anyone who would like to contribute a few words to email her at michaelabest@hotmail.com