Geoffrey Alan Drew
22nd March 1941 - 12th October 2024.
Geoffrey died in West Middlesex Hospital, after a short stay, suffering from heart failure and pneumonia.
Though increasingly infirm in his last few years, Geoffrey remained, to all he met, his usual gentlemanly, intelligent, funny, knowledgeable, kind and encouraging self, and an inveterate performer to the end.
He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
In lieu of flowers, Geoffrey requested donations to Interfaith Glasgow – the charity run by his daughter, which facilitates friendship-building, dialogue, and cooperation between people of different religions, beliefs, and cultures; and works across diverse communities to address interreligious tensions, welcome refugees, tackle food poverty, and promote climate justice.
Thank you so much.
May Geoffrey's memory always be a blessing.
Funeral Details:
11:00am Funeral Mass at St. Margaret's Church, 130 St Margaret's Road, Twickenham TW1 1RL
12:40pm Committal and Cremation Service at South West Middlesex Crematorium (Hanworth), Hounslow Rd, Feltham TW13 5JH
Margaret-Louise O'Keeffe
In loving memory of a very special man.
M-L & Dermot O'Keeffe
Anonymous
For Geoffrey. From old friend of Allison & Geoffrey, Helena
Konrad Fischer
Ich habe Geoffrey in sehr guter und dankbarer Erinnerung. Er hat sich sher um uns sehr viel geholfen um unseren Aufenthalt in Twickenham angenehm zu gestalten. Danke
Noel & Jill Cooter
I was delighted that Geoffrey became my stepbrother when my father James Liney married Geoffrey's mother Freda in December 1959. Unfortunately we spent too little time together, since Noel and I came to Canada in 1966. We are so glad that he and Allison have enjoyed these past years together with their loving family and in their Church community. Love from Noel and Jill
Andrew Lal
Very sad to hear of your loss.
May he rest in peace
Aidan Jackson-Kendall
We have very fond memories of Geoffrey, and have been thinking of you all through the last few difficult weeks. All our love from Beryl, Cuthbert, Aidan and our families xx
Anonymous
Geoffrey was a very dear friend. A man of great talent, warmth and humour. I shall greatly miss his presence in my life.
Margaret Luce
I have such happy memories of Geoffrey, making us laugh at parties when we were younger, whilst treating everyone as if they were important and interesting! Much love and comfort to Allison, Rose and all the family.
Sylvia Dixon
Geoffrey was a true gentleman. I will always remember his mime to the Marsellaise as part of a quiz night. His quiet presence will be missed at Mass.
David Winter
One of my very favourite people. I will miss him greatly. Love and big hugs to the whole family.
Nigel Kendall
A lovely send-off, evoking happy memories of Geoffrey
Elizabeth Crichton
You will be greatly missed for your sense of humour and interesting conversations. Family get togethers wont quite be the same without you. With all our love Liz, Fiona, Julia & family xx
Patricia Cuzner
In loving memory of Geoffrey, and his warmth, humour and intellect. Warmest wishes. Patricia &family x
Jackie Jenkins
Fondest memories. Rest in Peace dear Geoff. Jackie & Patch
Mary Grundberg
It was a pleasure knowing Geoffrey, whether as a colleague or as a friend. Witty, kind and with a wicked sense of humour, he will be much missed.
Greg and Bernie Walsh
What good times we had at the shared lunches and dinners - and then there was Fire In The Mountains, with Libby organising the dance floor while the rest of us belted out Geoffrey's specially curated music from the South. And if you called Phil's fiddle a violin......oh dear oh dear oh dear! Have a good rest now Geoffrey, you did us all proud, and will be thoroughly missed.
Gerry & Rob Plesman
Mary Ibbett
Stephen and I will miss him. Greatly. Our deepest sympathy to Allison, and Rose and family.
Michael Clarke
Dear Alli and Rosie,
It was such a privilege and a joy to have known Geoffrey.
Im so glad that you have chosen to have donations to the charity with which Rosie is connected, so that he can be remembered in the best way possible.
Sending you both lots of love and hugs, Mike xxx
Linda Haggerstone
In honour of Rose's father, for Interfaith Glasgow, as he wished, with love, respect, and gratitude. May he rest in perfect peace and power. Ameen.
Lucy Pearson
Alison, Rose, David, Alice and Beatrix,
I am honoured to have known Geoffrey, who was such a kind and delightful presence in the world. I always felt welcomed by him as Rose's friend, and over the years felt his interest and support despite few meetings. I know how much you will miss him.
Much love from us all,
Lucy, Gerry, and Harriet
Louise Collins
Its so hard to believe I wont be seeing Geoffrey again. He has always been there, with his gentle warmth, smiling voice and a mischievous glint in his eyes. He was family. My heart goes out to Allison and Rose.
Harvey, Caspian, Raphael and I all send our love and the biggest hugs xxx
Barbara Shapiro
Although I didn\'t know Geoffrey as well as others, I will miss our friendly annual chats where he entertained and informed in equal measure. Rest in
Anonymous
Dear Geoffrey, thank you for your eternal patience, I think I will always miss your warm and cheerful smile Alastair.
Roland Oliver
I worked with Geoffrey several times - a stimulating experience which developed into a friendship where he brought me constant delight with his wit, knowledge and good humour.
Anonymous
May Geoffrey's memory be a blessing. Love, Peggy
Anonymous
So many great memories of spending time with Geoffrey
Christopher Smith
Dear Geoffrey
We will miss you more than we can say. So many years of friendship, laughter (and some tears). Rest in peace dear friend Teresa and Chris
Natalie Wood
Sending all our love to you Rose and Allison. From Natalie, Cormac, Zack and Zoe x
Anonymous
Geoffrey lit up the room, his humour a great gift. I am so sorry to miss his funeral.
John Allcock
I have known Geoff since 1960, when I first went to Leicester, which makes him my oldest friend. That friendship brings many valued memories, and he will be sorely missed.
Anonymous
so many good memories - thank you Geoffrey
Timothy Harpin
A great benefit of living in Eve Road was the frequent encounters with Geoffrey : always wise, witty and uplifting. We would have splendid exchanges where he pretended that we were Secret Agents on a special mission. Latterly, he had a walking frame which he explained disguised an array of useful gadgets and lethal weapons. I miss these flights of fantasy, but know that the nation is a better, happier and indeed safer place for having Geoffrey with us.
Peter Desmond
So sad to hear the loss of Geoffrey, a lovely man. Rest in peace. Love Chris and Peter
Mary Martin
In memory of Dear Geoffrey .
Thank you for the gift of decades of your friendship.
Peter Smith
We will greatly miss Geoffrey's wit, kindness and generosity of spirit.He lit up any gathering he was part of.
Jonathan and Emma Birch
Dear Rose, David, Alice and Beatrix,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad, father-in-law, and grandfather. Your tributes to him on Facebook were beautiful and spoke very clearly of your love. I have fond memories of the rare occasions I met Geoffrey.
We also send love to your mum at this time, whose losses - as yours - over this last couple of years have been profound.
We are happy to continue to support Interfaith Glasgow in Geoffrey's memory. Love, Jonathan and Emma
Nicola Hancock
For a worthy cause and in fond memory of Geoffrey
George Hancock
Geoffrey was kind, intelligent and talented, qualities which others seemed to absorb by association, thus leaving a better world around him. Nos da.