Goodbye Postman Bob

The Red Lion Pub was full to overflowing on Saturday lunchtime as villagers came to wish their postman Bob Grice farewell and happy retirement

Bob had been delivering letters to Baydon since 1987 on a rotation basis, but became the regular postie in 2004

Mrs Dorothy Newman, representing the residents, thanked Bob for his loyal and cheerful service and wished him a long, happy and healthy retirement. That he would be missed was evident by the tears that were shed by many in the crowd

Mr Grice was presented with a book of signatures, gifts of money and a bouquet of flowers for his wife, by youngsters Rosie and Lottie Walker. Mr Grice gave a very emotional reply in which he said that he had come to love Baydon and its people. He promised to return to help with the village Charity fundraising

The event was organised by Mrs Debbie Moxom of Baydon PO Stores who also provided lunch for all those who attended

Meanwhile, in the Pub car park, Bob’s Post Van stood covered in “post-it” notes containing messages of good wishes from Baydon residents

By Barbara Furber

Click here to return to the Homepage