Tony Downey

Tony Downey (21 May 1931 - 24 Jul 2024)

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Location
Our Lady Of Lourdes & St Joseph Leigh Road Leigh on Sea SS9 1JF
Date
19th Aug 2024
Time
11am
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Anthony (Tony) Downey
21st May 1931 – 24th July 2024

In loving memory of Anthony (Tony) Downey who sadly passed away on 24th July 2024 aged 93

Tony is survived by his loving wife of 60 year Margaret, 2 children and his grandchild

Tony was a footballer, cricketer, golfer, table tennis player – excelling in all of these sports.

He enjoyed his holidays with Margaret and friends, in particular France

He was a supporter of young cricket players especially at his club , Hadleigh & Thundersley, where he served as a player , secretary and Honorary President for over 50 years.

Funeral service to be held at Our Lady of Lourdes Church at 11 am on Monday 19th August at 11 am

Donald Carter wrote

So sad to hear of Tony's passing, my brother and I were only talking about him the other week. We new Tony from when he played for Tilbury Cricket Club in the late 50's & 60's with our Dad, Harry Carter, before he went to Hadleigh CC, along with Henry Revell and Roland Revell. Fond memories of travelling to away games with my Dad in Tony's car, a red Hillman, I think it was. I remember him as a great spin bowler and I think a number 5 or 6 batsman and a true gentleman.
My condolences to Margaret & family RIP Tony.
Don Carter

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  • Hello Don thank you so much for your kind words which I have passed on to mum. Your name was familiar to me . Mum reminded me of how you were part of the Tilbury Crew that helped at the house when we first move to Leigh. She also remembers Dad saying how your dad used to play cards with him and Grandad at Bermuda Road and my Nan would feed you. Dad had a great life , we are of course struggling to come to terms with it. The mind was still fully alert but sadly it was illness ( he was still even driving until April this year !)

    Posted by Jane on 12/09/2024 Report abuse
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Jane Harris wrote

My wonderful dad, forever in our hearts. We are lost without you.
Rest in Peace

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