But it was seeing his former pupil play for England that he described as the proudest moment of his life. He says that he still struggles to watch the video clip in full, especially since Mr. Pigden’s passing late last year. But he is adamant that he is honoured not only to have shared so many happy memories with the man, but that his story — of how one teacher can have such a profound impact on the course of a person’s entire life — is known to so many millions around the world. GERALDINE REECE Of Ewyas Harold, Herefordshire. Passed away peacefully on April 24th, 2020. Beloved Wife of the late Ernest Reece. She will be greatly missed by all her Family and Friends. There will be a private Burial at St Michael’s Church, Ewyas Harold, followed by a Celebration of her life at a later date. Mr. Pigden’s own life had been quite remarkable. A PE teacher following his time spent as a pilot during the Second World War, Sydney Pigden lost his only child during infancy, his own parents passed away when he was just 15-years-old, and would also later lose his wife at a young age too.

His role model Mr. Pigden, aside from teaching Wright how to read and write, had just as big an impact on the football pitch as his life lessons had off it. On #InternationalTeachersDay I wanted to share this clip of Ian Wright talking about an inspiring teacher. The Parties will use their best efforts to negotiate in good faith and settle any dispute that may arise out of or relate to this Agreement or any breach of it. He didn’t take the usual route into the game and, aged 19, was working a manual labour job, playing non-league football and sending hand-written letters to all the clubs around London, looking for someone — anyone — to take a chance and give him his break.

The 54-year-old won the Premier League, two FA Cups, a League Cup and European Cup Winners' Cup with Arsenal.

It was a keep calm and carry on ­attitude of a man who came of age in the Second World War. His father was a milkman and, with money tight, Sydney was forced to leave school aged 14. His parents died the following year. If any such dispute cannot be settled amicably through ordinary negotiations between the Parties, or either or both is or are unwilling to engage in this process, either Party may propose to the other in writing that structured negotiations be entered into with the assistance of a fully accredited mediator before resorting to litigation.He’s somebody that is very special to me,” he recalls speaking today. “But I think what was more important to me than anything was how much he actually loved being a teacher. It’s amazing what a teacher can do to somebody in their life.” All negotiations connected with the relevant dispute(s) will be conducted in confidence and without prejudice to the rights of the Parties in any further proceedings. If the Parties agree on a resolution of the dispute at mediation, the agreement shall be reduced to writing and, once signed by the duly authorised representatives of both Parties, shall be final and binding on them. LILIAN THOMAS It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our precious Mum on April 11th at Hereford County Hospital, aged 86. Devoted Mother to Adrian and Wendy, Mother in Law to Karen and Chris, dearly loved Nanny to Anne, Kate, Matthew and Lauren, loving Sister to Noreen and much loved Friend to so many. Due to the current circumstances a private family service will be held at Fownhope Church, and a celebration of Lilian’s life will take place at a later date. Further enquiries to Cathedral Funeral Services 01432 340777