In Memory of

March 2020

Pat Grey


Woolmer Forest Lions Club are sad to announce the death of former club member Pat Grey who passed away on March 31st 2020. May she Rest in Peace


May 2020

Doreen Parfect


Woolmer Forest Lions are sad to announce the death of Past President Doreen Parfect on Monday 25th May 2020. May she Rest in Peace.



September 2020

Catherine Dalton



Woolmer Forest Lions are sad to announce the death of club member Catherine Dalton, on Thursday 10 September 2020.


Catherine was a very active club member and also active with the British Legion, and a number of other activities in our community. She touched a great number of lives, and will be sadly missed.


February 2021


Michael Vincent



Woolmer Forest Lions are sad to announce the death of club member Michael Vincent on Monday 1st February 2021.


Michael had been an active club member for 14 years, and he was reliable and kind-natured. He will be very sadly missed by his family and the club. May he rest in peace.



October 21 2023 

Derek Port 


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The Lions Club of Woolmer Forest report with great sadness the passing to higher service of Lion Derek Port MJF. Derek had over 50 years of service to Lions, joining Alton Lions as a charter member in 1973. He transferred to Woolmer Forest in 2005 where he has served as a very enthusiastic , popular, and knowledgeable member . He has held many roles including President in 2007, but his proudest achievement was to be awarded the Melvin Jones Fellowship.

Sadly , Derek's wife , Margaret passed away a few days before him . Margaret was a firm supporter of Woolmer Forest Lions and the rock behind Derek. They will both be greatly missed.