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The Diocese of Coventry has expressed its “deep unhappiness” over the deaths of a vicar and his spouse who had been killed in a collision in Anglesey on Wednesday.
Rev Stephen Burch and his spouse, Kathy, each 65, had been strolling close to a pier within the Welsh city of Beaumaris after they had been hit by a automobile. The 81-year-old driver of a gray Audi A8 concerned within the crash died on the scene.
The Diocese of Coventry stated information of their deaths was a “shock” as Rev Burch had solely retired on the finish of final yr after serving within the diocese for over 35 years.
His final function earlier than his retirement was as vicar of St James, Fletchamstead, a submit he held for 19 years.
“Steve was a preferred member of our diocese and well-known for his good humour and unwavering religion and lots of will even know Kathy properly from her work with CPAS (Church Pastoral Aid Society) and worship ministry,” a spokesperson stated.
“As [a] couple they had been nonetheless very energetic in retirement this yr, working an Alpha course resulting in baptism and confirmations.
“Our ideas and prayers are with Steve and Kathy’s household presently particularly their youngsters, David, Jonathan and Sarah as they arrive to phrases with this devastating, sudden loss.”
Details of the funeral haven’t but been made public. The household have thanked individuals for his or her prayers and requested for privateness as they arrive to phrases with their loss.
The Diocese of Coventry has revealed a particular prayer.
Dear Lord, as Jesus followers requested him to assist their mates,
so we ask you right this moment to assist our mates
struggling within the darkness of grief.
May they know moments of peace of their ache,
moments of pleasure of their reminiscences,
and moments of hope in your love.
Amen.
