A SERVICE of celebration and thanksgiving for John Nike OBE DL was held on Saturday.

John Nike OBE DL, who passed away on Christmas Day 2016, was remembered by family, friends and colleagues at the service on at The Parish and Pilgrimage Church of St Michael and St Mary Magdalene Church, Easthampstead.

Councillor Paul Bettison OBE, leader of Bracknell Forest Council and Sean Taylor, chief executive of Redwood Technologies Group Limited, were amongst those who gave addresses recognising John’s work in Bracknell Forest as deputy lord lieutenant, freeman of the borough, and local businessman.

A collection was held on behalf of Berkshire Community Foundation and the borough mayor’s Charity, Sebastian’s Action Trust.

Councillor Bettison OBE said: “It was a privilege to celebrate the life of John Nike and all that he has done for Bracknell Forest. My thanks go to all who contributed to this fitting memorial.”