"Further to the announcement that George Cushing passed away on 24 February, the following are the arrangements for his forthcoming funeral:
George's funeral will be held on Wednesday 18 March 2020 at Parish Church of St Andrew the Apostle, Holt, Norfolk NR25 6BB at 3pm.
The family has requested that should mourners wish to wear their Club blazers, that is fine with them.
After the funeral, all are invited to Holt RFC Clubhouse, Bridge Road, High Kelling, Holt, Norfolk NR25 6QT to celebrate his life.
A private family burial service will take place on Thursday 19 March".
Paul Williams
President, Holt RFC
"With huge sadness Holt RFC announce the sudden death on 24 February 2020 of George Cushing, the well-known Thursford farmer. Throughout Norfolk and beyond George became friendly with countless people and organisations, through agriculture, fairground organ playing and rugby football.
George was a founder member of Holt RFC when formed in 1961, working tirelessly in raising funds and promoting the Club over the last 58 years. He was President of Holt RFC for seven years and a past President of Norfolk RFU.
George’s unbounded involvement and enthusiasm for Holt RFC, Norfolk RFU and Eastern Counties Rugby Union will be greatly missed by all who knew him, and he leaves a void in the rugby and farming fraternity.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to George’s wife Maureen, and his family at this very sad time".
Paul Williams
President, Holt RFC