It is with deepest sympathy to announce the passing of Tom West, who passed away on 12th July after a long struggle with cancer.

“He initially joined what was then The Church Lads’ Brigade in Sheffield in the 1950’s.

Following 22 years serving in the army, and as an active member of the congregation at St Mary’s Parish Church in Chepstow, he went on to assist Elaine Huson, Kevin & Trudie Higgs and Chris Wheeler in forming 3655 Lower Wye Valley Company in the 1980’s.

At this time there were also strong companies at Caldicot and St Hilda’s, Griffithstown. Chepstow had a close friendship with the Harrow Company in those days too, this was through connections with the late Des & Jean Carter. He was very involved in Brigade matters, never slow to spot the opportunity for a fundraiser, and always proud to wear Brigade uniform.