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years. I had the privilege of meeting her briefly twice. Her dedication should be an inspiration to us all. Michael Harwood (Class of 1976) "Noblesse oblige". Some are born into royalty; some focus on their 'noblesse', Her Majesty Elizabeth II epitomised 'oblige'. Those of us lucky enough to have had the headstart of a Merchant Taylors' education now need to look ourselves in the mirror and ask: "What have YOU given back to society?" Zaahid Jaffer (Class of 2012) The Queen – a truly magnificent individual. Generations of people remember her being Queen – she has seen everything. She not only experienced this transformation, but was a significant part of it, changing Britain for the better. Her death is a sad occasion, but alas, like all good things, it must come to an end, and now is that time. However, her legacy will be felt for eternity. Robert Brockbank (Class of 1972) Thank you for your loyalty, humility, wisdom, devotion and faith. Michael Hilton (Class of 1969) In loving memory of Queen Elizabeth. I was too young to remember her coronation in 1953, but I do remember (from later on) the television which my grandparents purchased for the occasion. Many families in Britain bought TVs for the first time that summer. The small and very deep black and white set had a panel which could be closed across the front when it was not in use, so it looked like a dark mahogany polished cabinet. I am just old enough to remember the Suez crisis of 1956, because petrol was rationed afterwards and we had to go to Quainton Hall school in a minibus driven by the school caretaker. Her Majesty knew well, of course, those in charge of events, 15 Prime Ministers in all. Looking back now, it was impossible to imagine that the Queen would outlive all the colourful leaders of my youth, and carry on through our lives for a further half century, setting us an example through her unmatched standards of loyalty and duty, of service and responsibility, of

faithfulness and stability, of hope and of trust. She was, as the Prime Minster said, the rock on which modern Britain was built. All those of us who are part of that minority of the population who lived through her whole reign, know that we shall not look upon her like again. In loving memory of Queen Elizabeth. When all else changed, you were always there. Luke Knowles (Class of 1988) Your Majesty, thank you for leading the world through many difficult times and remaining a calm, strong and reassuring presence throughout.You will be sorely missed across the world and I hope and pray that your traits have been passed on to the next generation. Thank you for your immense contribution. Long live the King. Graham Field (Class of 1960) She lived a full life and was a great example of service to the country and that cascaded down to communities at all levels. Peter Ashford (Class of 1945) Ever loved. Ever revered. We share our grieving. Oliver Fairhurst (Class of 2005) We attended a service at St. Paul's after participating in an ANZAC Day parade in around 2004. While we were all waiting for the service to start and the more notable guests were filing in, we suddenly realised that the Queen was among them and walking past us. I've never heard a group of teenage boys go quiet so quickly. For such a diminutive woman, she had a striking presence. Anyone who had the fortune to see or meet her will always remember it. Roger Tejwani (Class of 1989) RIP Your Majesty. An example to us all through your many decades of compassionate service and dignified leadership. Paul Bailey (Class of 1959) Met Her Majesty during the Silver Jubilee, a never forgotten moment. Lived through her coronation and now her

passing of Her Majesty the Queen. She devoted her life to serving this country and the Commonwealth over the past 70 years and was truly inspirational. She was loved by people across the world and the streets of London were packed during the period of mourning, with people wanting to pay their final respects. I was fortunate to have attended many of the Platinum Jubilee events this year and also performed in the Pageant which is an experience I will never forget. Richard Morrison (Class of 1963) I recall going into London in 1953 with my parents to see the Coronation procession as the Queen returned from the ceremony in Westminster Abbey – I can still see in my mind's eye the golden coach going by. Now, some 70 years later, we watched the funeral and commitment services from Canada, ending Her Majesty's remarkable reign. Although I did not meet Her Majesty, I did have tea with the Queen Mother in the Head Master's (Hugh Elder) study when she came to visit the school to celebrate the 400th anniversary of MTS, in 1962 as I recall. Marcus Chaplin (Class of 2019) Deepest condolences to the Royal Family for the loss of our nation’s grandmother. Rikhil Morjaria (Class of 2011) Sending my condolences to the entire Royal family through this difficult time. A truly inspirational leader – thank you for a lifetime of public duty and dedication.Your kind heart and spirit will truly be missed. Imran Rashid (Class of 2008) Your Majesty, You were forever a constant in the lives of so many. We will never forget your dedication and service to the country. May you forever rest in peace. Andrew LB Thomson (Class of 1956) I was fortunate enough to meet Her Majesty when she visited The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Hall in March 1991. I remember a very interested and gracious lady. Thank you ma'm for seventy wonderful years on theThrone.

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funeral. Rest in peace Ma’am. Daniel Musikant (Class of 1992) So upset to hear the news of the