Tribute to a popular former headteacher

A popular and well-respected former headteacher has passed away at the age of 73.
Jacqui YoungJacqui Young
Jacqui Young

Jacqui Young was the headteacher of St Francis of Assisi Primary School in Southgate for more than 10 years.

Her daughter Steph Atkinson told the Observer: “She was a much loved, dedicated and respected Head Teacher of St Francis of Assisi Primary School until 1997 when a new Head Teacher position took her to Bedford.

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“There she was able to continue her passion and love of children, education and the Church up until retirement in 2005.

“In 2007 she moved to Crawley to be nearer to her family and friends with whom she enjoyed a full and active retirement, spending much of her time with friends from Nuffield Health Club and the St Edward’s community. She will be greatly missed by her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and all her family and friends.

A private funeral service will be held on May 26, with a memorial of life service to follow at a later date.

Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Jacqui, if desired to St Catherine’s Hospice, or CAFOD. Funeral arrangements by Co-op Funeralcare, 209 Three Bridges Road, Crawley, RH10 1LG

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