John SALMON

Pedal Wye Valley 2026

I am fundraising for Parkinson's UK in memory of Chris Genge

I'm taking part in Pedal Wye Valley for Parkinson’s UK on 20 September & would really appreciate your support in raising funds for Parkinson's UK in Chris's memory.

During Chris's career as a teacher his patient & supportive nature was appreciated by generations of children.

In retirement, he became a stalwart of the West Berkshire Countryside Volunteers; who have weekly work parties conserving valuable wildlife sites across the county.

His dedication and commitment to the Volunteers for so many years has been a lynchpin in creating todays vibrant organisation and its contribution to the valued conservation of the West Berkshire countryside. His generosity of time & expertise was fundamental to creating the feeling of companionship & camaraderie that we all enjoy.

Chris coped with Parkinson's with great fortitude & good humour. Even when his illness had started to take its effect, he made every effort to make it out on a Tuesday. His knowledge, willingness to help everyone and kind nature will be very much missed.

Tuesdays will not seem quite the same again.

Chris was also active in many other community groups in the Hermitage area.

All the money raised will go directly towards ground-breaking research and life-changing support for the Parkinson's community.
 

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Man with a Van!

Friday 13th Mar
Chris in his element!

Thank you to my sponsors

£53.32

Ivor Mcardle

Great way to remember Chris…

£106

John Bishop

Celebrating the life of a Gentleman

£53.32

John B Haggarty

Good luck John, a great cause in memory of Chris who will be very much missed .

£159

A Friend

£53.32

Chris Sayer

A great cause in memory of a good man.. Have a good ride on the day.

£37.47

Mike Pollard

Hope you enjoy the Ride

£50

Tom Chapman

Well done John, a worthy cause in memory of a wonderful man

£50

John Salmon

Thank you for your kindness & friendship in sharing you knowledge of conservation tools & techniques with me. You are greatly missed.