Tributes pour in as popular and well-known Banbury firefighter dies
Michael Clement, known as ‘Clem’, was the beloved father to Pandora, brother to Patricia and a friend to many.
A former colleague at RAF Croughton Fire Station, Clem passed away on Thursday, March 27 following a short illness.
Tributes have since poured in for the beloved father following the update from Edd Frost & Daughters LTD.
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Clem was a former colleague at RAF Croughton Fire Station. (Image: Pandora Lambert)
Leasa Gibbard said: “Fond memories, my sincere condolences to Clems family and friends, RIP Michael.”
Theresa Forsyth added: “So sorry to hear this. Many crazy times staying at yours in Beargarden Road. RIP Clem.”
Stuart Greatbatch said: “Sorry to hear this news, Rip Clem and condolences to the family.”
Clem’s funeral service will be by invitation and has been arranged by his daughter Pandora.
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A reception following the funeral service has been arranged to take place in The Miller’s Bar at The Mill Arts Centre in Banbury on Monday, April 28.
This will take place at 4pm and all are welcome to attend here while Pandora has said that the attire is not limited to funeral wear and that band or music t-shirts are preferred but not mandatory.
The reception will also be self-catered by attendees with regards to food, and anyone is welcome to provide a food offering of their choosing when attending which would be appreciated.
A GoFundMe has been set up offering the opportunity to make donations in Clems memory for his funeral costs.
