Please see update regarding Richard Phipps funeral arrangements from Stuart.

Thursday 27th April 12:30pm at Westerleigh Crematorium, arrival from 12:00 hrs. 

After the funeral everyone is invited to attend the Rose and Crown at Pucklechurch, to share their memories and stories of Richard with his Friends and Family. 

Dress code for the funeral will be formal but with sporting attire where appropriate and by choice. Stuart has advised he will be wearing his black suit and his dads (Richard’s) Biggleswade Honours Tie, which Richard was very proud to own.

Flowers will be family only, others are welcome to give donations to charities which Richard supported, these are The Bath Rugby Foundation or the Injured Jockeys Fund, donations can be made at the crematorium on the day, or independently directly to the charity. 

Please Note:

Westerleigh Crematorium - Do not use postcode as takes you to a different location. Search for the crematorium itself on sat nav’s. 

Rose and Crown - BS16 9PS

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