Richard Dobinson

Our beloved son Richard passed suddenly on Wednesday 24th August 2022 aged only 52 years old and we; his mum and dad (Teresa & Alan Dobinson) would like to honour him by fundraising in his memory.

Richard was a very well-known and much-loved member of the community and at just 52-years-of-age his death was completely unexpected.

Having travelled the world for 34-years with BA as a senior member of First Class cabin crew, Richard set up his own travel agency Arrive Relax from his home which, since the pandemic, has gone from strength to strength.

Richard was a loyal and kind friend and would defend those he loved fiercely. He greeted everyone with a smile and was always the life and soul of the party; he loved meeting people and being in company. He was hugely popular, had a large circle of friends and was extremely sociable and was great fun to be with.

It was no surprise, due to these traits, that Richard began to manage the Sky Bar for owner Gouda. Richard organised events and entertainment, revamped the menu, made suggestions and changes and before long the bar was bustling with customers. It was here only a few weeks ago, at an event he had organised, that he expressed an interest in fundraising through future events for Elche Childrens Home & San Jose Orphanage. 

This gofundme page is being created in Richard’s memory and funds will go to Stevie Spit’s on-going fundraising for the Elche Children’s Home & San Jose Orphanage.  The current project for Elche Children’s Home aims to install false ceilings to keep the children warm through the winter and reduce heating costs.