Donald Jack Beven (28 May 1926 - 28 Dec 2020)

On behalf of the 2nd East Wickham Scout Group

On behalf of the 2nd East Wickham Scout Group

Donation from the 2nd East Wickham Scout Group

A donation from Dave and Val Balson in memory of Don ..... a lovely man and very good friend.

In memory of an inspirational leader.

In loving memory of Don a true gentleman. Thank you for your part in making our family part of the St Mary’s Youth family which has so enriched all of our lives for over 30 years. RIP Don.

My earliest memory of Don was in 1959 when he was a District Scout Leader in Bexleyheath and District and I was a mere Patrol Leader in the 3rd East Wickham Scouts. Seeing him at a District event I said ‘Hello!’ to him. He had no idea who I was, but he responded with a little chuckle and a similar ‘hello’! Little did either of us know then how close we would be involved together in Scouting in the years to come as a Scout, a Leader, a Commissioner, a friend and a colleague.
As Don has done with so many people over the years, he inspired and enthused my appetite for Scouting and, along with my parents, who were both involved in Scouting, he is one of the reasons I am still in the movement. He is still one of the greatest inspirations behind my last 60 years or so of Scouting.
Thank you, Don, for your inspiration, enthusiasm, encouragement, passion and commitment. Another Silver Wolf 'gone home'. R.I.P. Don

Although mine and Don's paths briefly crossed at St Mary's, I was never part of the uniforms so I did not have the pleasure of getting to know Don until he became a resident in Sunrise where I am on the activities team. Caring for Don for the past year has been an absolute pleasure. Getting to know him and his sense of humour often made my day. I would like Don's family to know that your regular correspondence with Don did not go unnoticed. Receiving a card, photo or letter would brighten his day, and sometimes result in a few shed tears, although I was assured by Don himself that they were always happy ones. Don was always up for a game, always willing to share stories and would hold my hand and tell me how kind I was regularly in a completely selfless manner. It is easy to care for someone when they have such a beautiful soul. Don will be missed, but always remembered.

Don was a wonderful inspiration, and we are privileged to have known him.
This is from Elaine and me on behalf of all at 4th Welling

Very fond memories of Don helping me to start our Family Tree. Always remember going to tea when they lived Wickham Street and having a lovely cheese and potato pie. Delicious 😋

In memory of a very special man.

Such good memories of Don as a neighbour and a friend at St Mary’s for over 50 years. My 3 sons all hold Don in such high regard and have many good memories of him from their scouting years, all of them in their 50s now. So grateful thanks from the Thompson’s for the privilege of knowing Don and for his input and influence in their young lives. He won’t be forgotten.

I was so sad to hear Don had died. He was a lovely man who will remembered by so many from WELLING. He gave so much to our community through all the various things he was involved with. Scouting owes him the biggest debt for his 70+ years of service helping young people to enjoy and have fun in this “jolly world” as BP would put it.
RIP Don.

With very fond memories of a real gentleman

So sorry to hear of Don's sad passing my condolences to you all. Don shared a great friendship with my father Ken formed firstly through scouting and latterly through the Didi Club, and Pick and Mix concert party They shared a great love of the country and spent many hours wandering the lanes of Kent and wider trips. In 1991 together they completed the Coast to Coast walk and then in 1993 walked from the Bristol Channel down to the English Channel. This led to many more years of weekly walking and other shared interests.

This donation is from the 2nd East Wickham Scout Group to thank you Don for the inspiration and guidance you have tirelessly given to many, both young and not so young throughout the years. You will be sorely missed but have left many happy memories. Rest in Peace

This donation is from the 2nd East Wickham Scout Group to thank you Don for the inspiration and guidance you have tirelessly given to so many both young and not so young throughout the years. You will be sorely missed but have left so many happy memories. Rest in Peace

This donation is from the 2nd East Wickham Scout Group to thank you Don for the inspiration and guidance you have tirelessly given to so many both young and not so young throughout the years. You will be sorely missed but have left many happy memories. Rest in peace.

On behalf of the Second East Wickham Scout Group thank you Don for your inspiration and guidance through so many years

Don you were an inspiration to so many people, young and not so young. Thank you for all you have done.

Thank you Don for all the encouragement and inspiration you gave to me and many others. Gone but never forgotten.

From cubs to setting up a venture scout unit Don was always on hand to help, advise and support.
An absolute legend in scouting, we will miss you.
A true gentleman. Rest in peace Don,

In memory of our wonderful grandad and great grandad Don. With all our love from Anna, Justin, Eve, Owen and Lauren