A MEMORIAL to a Woodley councillor has been unveiled in the grounds of a garden he was instrumental in creating.
Last week, members of Cllr David Stare’s family joined with councillors and members of the Reading Roadrunners for the plaque unveiling ceremony.
Town mayor Cllr Janet Sartorel led the event, held in the sensory garden in the new play area at Woodford Park.
Cllr Stares was chairman of the Leisure Services Committee when the new play area in Woodford Park was first suggested, and the town council said he was at the forefront of driving the project forward.
“David was kind and caring and always wanted to do the very best for the local residents of Woodley,” Cllr Sartorel said.
“He would have been delighted to see so many happy children playing in the new play area. I am honoured to unveil the plaque, dedicating the sensory garden to David.”
David and his wife Diane were members of Reading Roadrunners helping the club to raise money for charities.
“David was always happy to help,” said Carl Woffington, Reading Roadrunner member.
“ I can remember us working together as marshals at the London Olympics 10 years ago for the men’s and women’s marathons and road cycling events.
“It was a memorable time and an example of how David was always happy to volunteer.”
Woodley Town Council leader Cllr Keith Baker was also present, and thanked people for attending the ceremony.
“It is especially touching to have a permanent memorial for him in the play area that he was so instrumental in getting off the ground,” he said.
“He has left a wonderful legacy for the residents of Woodley.”
