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Tribute to Roger Heape, 1945 - 2021

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The Royal Geographical Society

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£100.00 + £25.00 Gift Aid

Alzheimer's Research UK

To a wonderful man and a great friend. You will be remembered.

£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid

Alzheimer's Research UK

Farewell Roger.Thanks for being such a wonderful friend.I will miss greatly your infectious joy of life.

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Alzheimer's Research UK

A giant of a man in so many different ways - we'll miss him

John and Jill Wood

The Royal Geographical Society

Alzheimer's Research UK

£20.00 + £5.00 Gift Aid

Alzheimer's Research UK

Remembered with love

Tim and Trisha Cotton

£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid

Alzheimer's Research UK

Roger, for nearly 50 years we have enjoyed your company on many holidays and social occasions together with Jenny. You have been a truly good, kind and compassionate friend. Lots of humour and fun. We will miss you terribly.

The Royal Geographical Society

In memory of the splendid way Roger lived his life.

Pip and Phil Collins

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Alzheimer's Research UK

Roger. My lifelong friend. It's so hard to imagine life without you.

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Alzheimer's Research UK

In memory of a man who was always an optimist and kept me going in 1974 at two elections.

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Alzheimer's Research UK

The whole family has fond memories of Roger. May he rest in peace.

Joan, Simon, Elisabeth, David and Philip

Alzheimer's Research UK

Dear Roger a great boss, a great friend and a true gent!

Alzheimer's Research UK

Rog ,a wonderful friend of over 50 years - generous of spirit ,an empathy for others and oh! Such fun to be around. We miss you. RIP

David and Pippa Barney

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Alzheimer's Research UK

Rest in peace,Roger,we will miss you.

Carol and James Falkner

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Alzheimer's Research UK

You will be sadly missed dearest Roger

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The Royal Geographical Society

In memory of Roger and for a Society Close to my heart.

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The Royal Geographical Society

Farewell to a great boss , a good friend and a top man in every sense of the word .

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Alzheimer's Research UK

In memory of good times.

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Alzheimer's Research UK

Roger was part of David's Liberal political life from the very beginning and will be very much missed now. Our deep condolences to all the family.

David & Sally Cornwell

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Alzheimer's Research UK

Roger, will miss you hugely, especially our excursions nipping off piste to a pub! Robin

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Alzheimer's Research UK

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Alzheimer's Research UK

Very proud to have known Roger. Wonderful person and a great family man. Will be sorely missed by us.

David and Kay Dennis

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Alzheimer's Research UK

Proud to have been your friend for over 50 years. You were a giant amongst men in every possible way. RIP my friend.

The Royal Geographical Society

Thinking of the Heape family at this sad time. X

From all of us at Alzheimer’s Research UK, thank you for your support in memory of Roger, and please accept our heartfelt condolences for your loss.

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Alzheimer's Research UK

Roger. A giant of a man with a heart to match. A true gentleman. A loving family man, always a pleasure to be in his company. All ready missed

Tony and Evie Cutler

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Alzheimer's Research UK

"Big Roger" a privilege, a pleasure and an honour to know you a Colossus of a man. Kindness, compassion, humour, friendship, knowledge and wisdom... I could go on and on... Suffice to say thank you and RIP my friend.

Alzheimer's Research UK

We only met Roger once or twice, at a family wedding, but were impressed by his largeness of personality and generosity of kindness.

David and Glenda Burke of Bathurst AUSTRALIA

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Alzheimer's Research UK

Roger was my first mentor in the airline business and a lifelong friend. Life without him is hard to imagine.

David Richardson

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Alzheimer's Research UK

A most wonderful life-long friend.

John & Theresa Collier

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Alzheimer's Research UK

Roger, I was so honoured to have worked so closely with you for a number of years. You were a true gentleman, real inspiration, awesome mentor and genuine friend. Thank you from the depths of my heart for your kindness, encouragement and understanding. Everyone who has had the honour of knowing you will know that the World has lost a truly remarkable man. Rest in peace Roger xx

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Alzheimer's Research UK

My closest friend since our undergraduate days

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The Royal Geographical Society

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Alzheimer's Research UK

Many thanks for your support and guidance over the years, Roger. A special man for sure!

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Alzheimer's Research UK

Some great moments in a lifetime of travel RIP

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Alzheimer's Research UK

I had the privilege of working as Personal Assistant for this absolute gentleman for a few years. He treated me with the utmost respect at all times and had the patience of a saint. Always had a huge smile when he came in and had many words of encouragement when needed. Condolences to his family xxx

Anne Reid (was Adams)

The Royal Geographical Society

In memory of someone who was greatly admired by all who met him. Thank you Roger for your guidance, support, sense of fun and zest for life. You made those around you want to be the best they could be, it was my privilege to have worked with you. Jenny, Suzy, James, Ryan and Luther my most sincere condolences at Roger's passing.

Alzheimer's Research UK

In memory of someone who was greatly admired by all who met him. Thank you Roger for your guidance, support, sense of fun and zest for life. You made those around you want to be the best they could be, it was my privilege to have worked with you. Jenny, Suzy, James, Ryan and Luther my most sincere condolences at Roger's passing.

Mr Heape ML

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