Dr David John SOPER Ph.D Of Park Road Surgery, Burgess Hill and Havelock Farm, Ardingly Passed away peacefully at Walstead Place Care Home on Sunday 5th July, aged 80 years. Very dearly loved husband of Stella and much loved father of Bridget, Judith, Richard and stepdaughters Karen and Linda. He will be sadly missed by his brother, sister, grandchildren and great grandchildren and his many friends. Funeral Service and Thanksgiving for his life will be held at St Peter's Church, Ardingly on Monday, 27th July at 2.30 p.m. Family flowers only please but donations to the Princess Royal Hospital League of Friends or The Salvation Army may be sent c/o Masters & Son, Lewes Road, Lindfield, RH16 2QJ. Tel. (01444) 482107