Mike Tupman MBE

Written on 15 January 2024.

{Play}It is with deep sadness that we announce that Mike has passed away.

Mike died early in the morning of Saturday, 13 January 2024.  

Mike served as Marlborough's Town Crier since 2016, taking over the bell from Alfie Johnson. 

He brought dignity, humour and kindness to every event, and we know he will be sadly missed by the wider community as well as all at Marlborough Town Council.  Before taking on the Town Crier role, Mike was a well known and much loved special constable in the town.

His family has asked us to share the details of Mike's funeral, which will take place at All Saints' Church, Burbage on Monday, 5 February at 11am.  The service will be followed by a cremation at North Wilts Crematorium, Royal Wootton Bassett and then a wake at Marlborough Golf Club.  All welcome.

“The town has lost one of its great characters” said Marlborough Mayor, Nicholas Fogg.  “As a long-serving Special Constable he was always available, always fair, always firm.  As Town Crier he had the most resonant voice I recall ever hearing, bringing his sense of humour to every occasion.  We will miss him deeply”.

Our deepest condolences go to Mike's family and friends.   

Here's a look back at just some of the events where Mike played such a central role.

 

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