Richard Ames-Lewis
12 January 1945 – 17 May 2025
Richard died very suddenly and unexpectedly of a heart attack at home on Saturday 17 May 2025 in the evening.
He had spent a lovely day with Katharine: playing his violin, planting runner beans and enjoying the sunshine in the garden.
We are all very shocked and saddened at his sudden death but would like to invite donations to two charities in his memory.
Christian Aid and East Anglian Air Ambulance
Richard and Katharine supported Christian Aid throughout their married life and did door to door collections themselves back in the day before online donations became more popular.
It was an East Anglian Air Ambulance doctor who attended Richard on the day he died - by car and not helicopter on this occasion!
Family flowers only please.
It was a great joy to get to know Richard during my time at St Bene't's, and I am very sad that I will not have an opportunity to continue the friendship.
Reverend James Gardom
In memory of many many happy hours making music together, and of one of the kindest people I have ever known.
Mrs Katy Edgcombe
What a wonderful life! I wish we had discussed typefaces!
Mr benedict heal
We were made very welcome by Richard and Katharine when we joined St Bene'ts. How sad that we knew Richard for such a short time, may he rest in peace.
Mr Robert Smart
In memory of my beloved brother-in-law Richard, a cheerful encouragement to me over nearly 60 years
Mr Christopher Graham
Thank you for so many happy memories! Love Elizabeth
Mrs Elizabeth Walser
Richard was a very special person and will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Mrs Anne Crick
What an incredible disciple of Christ. It was an enormous privilege to work with Richard and so much of my ministry has been shaped by his example.
Father David Royston Hill
We send our deepest sympathy to all your family at your very sad loss.
Mr & Mrs David & Zoe Greenwood
Richard- his engaging smile and his reassuring personality, you will be sadly missed.
Mr & Mrs John and Maureen Hartley
Katharine and Richard - you have both been constant stars in my life, even if you lived the other side of the country for much of it. I remember my stays with you watching your little children grow with great fondness. More latterly, Richard was so helpful with suggested texts for my wedding, and for me accompanying a friend with cancer. I miss him, and am pleased to support you and your not-so-little children at Richard's funeral. Catherine xx
Mrs Catherine Mowat
In loving memory of Richard, and giving thanks for his life and ministry
Mrs Jane Broadbent
With very happy memories of good times over so many years and love from Jenny, Katharine and Susie
Mrs Sara (Susie) Fraser
A special friend for over fifty years. Thank you Richard for all you have given.
Mr & Mrs Douglas and Claudine McCreadie
What a rich life Richard has shared with so many of us
Rt Revd Edward Holland
Our deep condolences to you all on the passing of dear Richard into life beyond, as he joins the Lord God whose love he shone throughout to those who knew him. With love and gratitude from Bernard, Sue, James, and Chris
Mr Bernard Oldfield
Richard - the very best of humanity.
Love from Cynthia and To
Sir Tom Shebbeare
With sympathy and love from Anna & Martin
Mr Martin Hargreaves
Dear Richard
Warmest memories of days long ago with your family at Watermans.
Monica
Mrs Monica Thorp
In memorynof a good friend
Judy
Mrs Judith Findlay
In loving memory of my lovely Daddy who worked all his life supporting charitable causes and living life through Jesus Christ. We will miss him immensely.
Eleanor and Ian
Mrs Eleanor Rushbury