14/02/2026
Norwich, GB 5 C
Researching and reporting on the lives of some really interesting people (RIP)

PATRICIA CROWTHER, aged 97

An actress who discovered spirituality and became a High Priestess of Wicca – a white witch. She was a broadcaster – and used her powers for healing and good.

VAL ROBINSON, aged 80

A PE teacher who is regarded as the greatest ever British hockey player. She won many medals and held many records but never played at the Olympics. A Superstar

DOROTHY BROMILEY, aged 93

Fame was thrust upon her when she was selected to appear in a Hollywood movie, but it disappeared quickly. She continued acting and became a textiles expert.

JOAN BARTHOLOMEW, aged 97

Singer, dancer and beauty queen, she met and married comedian Eric Morecambe. She was his devoted partner, giving him tremendous support and was a widow for many years.

CHERRY VALENTINE / GEORGE WARD, aged 28

Growing up in a travelling community he became a mental health nurse, but also had an alter-ego as a Drag Queen, becoming a television star and an advocate for LGBT rights.