Hugh Burkhardt (1935-2024)
Hugh Burkhardt – where to start?
When preparing to say a few words at a celebration of his life in Nottingham. I thought of using the phrase “a force of nature” Before doing so, I looked it up. So, here’s a definition: “A person with a strong character and extraordinary energy who influences others.” I’m sure those of you who knew him will agree – that was Hugh.
There are obituaries you can read that document the key moments of his life. Hugh was a Guardian reader and had a few letters published there: it was very much fitting that his daughter, Jan, wrote an obituary that was published there. You can read a tribute from the University of Nottingham here.
But today, here at our conference, I want to say some things you won’t read elsewhere. Read more here
Geoff Wake 19th May, 2025