Attention: You are using an outdated browser, device or you do not have the latest version of JavaScript downloaded and so this website may not work as expected. Please download the latest software or switch device to avoid further issues.

News > Visitors to The Mitre > Raymond Ackerman Farewell Luncheon

Raymond Ackerman Farewell Luncheon

Words of wisdom from our retired Patron
Raymond Ackerman addressing the attendees at his farewell lunch.
Raymond Ackerman addressing the attendees at his farewell lunch.

Raymond Ackerman (1948S) retired as Patron of the ODU earlier this year.  As a final farewell, the ODU hosted an intimate luncheon with a few of his longstanding friends and some new aquaintences (Martin Bey (1990B) Chairman of the ODU pictured to his left) from the ODU. 

Principal, Tony Reeler joined the lunch party and the President of the ODU, David Carter (1958G) delivered a warm parting speech. Raymond was thanked for his generosity and positive contribution to the Bishops Community as a whole, and the ODU in particular.  It was a very special and celebratory occassion enjoyed by all.

If you would like to read more about Raymond Ackerman, please CLICK HERE to view our earlier article that we wrote about his retirement.

Media gallery

To view this News Article

Similar stories

John Rawsthorne at the spikes exhibit - his father-in-law wore them when he set the U17 record.

Vernon "Track" Staegmann's long jump record of 8 metres 52 cm was broken last year after standing for 74 years! More...

Head Boy 2018, Tim Sharples and Luke Carter, Head Boy 2025 in conversation. More...

Looking at the boys in a packed school hall, he asks, "Was that me?" More...

The Mitre, where our students already feel welcome. More...

Most read

Meet the nominees and cast your vote! More...

Heartfelt tributes pour in as the Bishops community mourns the passing of a beloved legend. A memorial service will be held in the Bishops Chapel at 1… More...

Jacob Fried.

Bishops' top A Level Student from 2024 will read Law at Cambridge. More...

Have your say