| John Smith of Dry Doddington died at his home aged 83 on the 23 December 2022. A fiercely private, independent and kind man, he attended Long Bennington School followed by a fully indentured apprenticeship as a fitter and turner at Aveling-Barford in Grantham. He was one of the last National Service entrants into the RAF, qualifying as an electrical engineer. He was delighted to have helped service Vulcan bombers stationed at RAF Marnham in Norfolk. Since childhood he was most happy when fixing mechanical and electrical equipment. Instrumental in the local design and build of the first local racing carriage, he went on to start his small repair garage later known as Smith & Fenton. The business became very well known serving the local community and local businesses of all types with their mechanical and electrical needs. He only retired in March 2022 to tend to his beloved garden. He is survived by his brother Brian, niece Alison, nephew Martyn and their children Aden and Maisie. In accordance with John’s wishes there will be no funeral service, however all inquiries are via Price & Son Family Funeral Directors, Castlegate, Grantham. |
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