A beautiful and quiet sunny day was interrupted by geezers wielding electric sanders and scrapers. Like a scene from Disney’s Snow White, the seven geezers got to work.
The mission was to restore an oak memorial bench in Chisenhale School’s playground.
The bench was looking a little sorry for itself after 20 years of English weather.
Geezer-in-Chief Eddie Snooks provided the ‘boys’ with tea and bacon rolls.
The bench can now stay a space for staff and students to sit and remember their teacher and friend Zoe. Current staff shared their memories of Zoe:
To a wonderful caring person who had a great time at Chisenhale and will never be forgotten, we miss you, Zoe ❤️
– Message from Jan & Amanda
An inspiration to children and adults alike xx
– Message from Tracey
Aaawww Zoe, an absolute bundle of laughter. She will never be forgotten as we all talk about her still.
– Message from Lesley
The Geezers taking part were:
- John Forster
- Simon Haliwell
- Nigel Kirby
- Jim Murray
- Brian Godfrey
- John Alexander
- Eddie Snooks
- John McGlauglin