Originally posted on 30 November 2013 by David Houghton

I am sorry to have to inform Association Members that Lady Jessica Broom, widow of our first Association President, Air Marshal Sir Ivor Broom, died on 29 November 2013.

I know all Association Members will join me in sending condolences to Lady Jess’s family at this difficult time. As many of you may know, Lady Jess had suffered from ill-health recently, but had borne her problems with her usual grace, humour and fortitude. Sadly, just a few days ago Lady Jess suffered a serious stroke. However, her last few days were peaceful, and she died surrounded by her family.

I have no news yet about any funeral or memorial arrangements, but I have passed the Association’s condolences to Lady Jess’s family via her son, Ian. I’m sure that we will all miss Lady Jess’s gracious presence at our Reunions, but we will not forget her.