Chichester Harbour Conservancy - Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

31/08/10 LT COL JOHN Q DAVIS 1947 – 2010

LT COL JOHN Q DAVIS 1947 - 2010

It is with great sadness that we report the death of Lt Col. John Q Davis OBE, Chichester Harbour Master and Manager.
John suffered a suspected heart attack on Saturday 28 August and was pronounced dead on arrival at Queen Alexandra Hospital. At the time, John was out racing in his beloved keel boat Fleury.
John was appointed Harbour Master and Manager in July 1997. He worked tirelessly for Chichester Harbour, a place that was much loved by him and his family.
In 2005 he was awarded an OBE for his services to sailing and the environment.
Richard Craven, Acting Harbour Master said, 'we are devastated by the sudden loss of John Davis, both a friend and colleague. Our thoughts are with his family at this difficult time.'
John is survived by his wife Valerie and two children Ben and Becky.

• Valerie, Ben & Becky wish to thank everyone for their warm messages of support. 
• A Book of Remembrance is open at the Harbour Office, Itchenor. If you would like to contribute please visit the office between 9am - 4pm Monday to Friday or send your contribution by email for inclusion.
• Donations, if desired, can be made by cheque payable to Chichester Harbour Conservancy to establish 'The John Davis Trust'- to be used for initiatives on Chichester Harbour - and sent to W Wraight & Son, The Square, Emsworth, PO10 7EG, 01243 372255.