Esther Jones

1934 – 2026

It is with sadness that I have to announce that Esther passed away on Wednesday 26 August 2026. 

A longstanding member of u3a, she was a very active participant in the running of the u3a.  I met her in 2009 when I joined the Management Committee; she had already served on the committee for a number of years and was then acting as Vice Chairman, in addition to her role as Speaker Secretary.  Esther was also the go-to person for organising the social events and open days.  She particularly enjoyed organising the Christmas parties!   

Over the years I knew her, she became a good friend and was very supportive when we set up the Arts and Heritage Group, organising all our speakers and remaining a valued member of our little steering group. 

We knew that Esther had not been enjoying good health for a while now, but it is still a shock to lose her so suddenly; she will be very much missed by all of us.

We do not yet know the details of the funeral arrangements, but we will endeavour to circulate them as soon as possible.

Joan Shepley