Josie Wicks tribute
by Hammersmith and Fulham Press Office
22/01/2009
The flag on top of Hammersmith Town Hall is flying at half mast following the death of Josie Wicks, who was a Hammersmith and Fulham councillor for 16 years.
Josie was originally elected councillor for Conningham Ward in 1990, and went on to represent Askew Ward in 2002. However, her ill health meant she was unable to fight for her seat again in 2006.
During her time at the council Josie held the posts of Deputy Whip of the Administration, from 1990 to 2000, and also chaired the Housing Benefit Review Board and Transport Sub Committee.
Councillor Antony Lillis, Cabinet Member for Children’s Services, said: “Josie was elected onto the council on the same day as me in May 1990 and became a close personal friend for the past 19 years.
“We shared a common interest in public service and it was very sad when her medical problems got in the way of that. I know I speak for everyone in the council who knew her when I say that she will be very sadly missed.”
Councillor Colin Aherne said: “Josie was a real character and noted for her great sense of humour. She brought life and vitality to the council chamber and was respected by members of the council from all political persuasions. She is a great loss to the community she served, and to her many friends.”
Josie Wicks died, aged 64, in the early hours of 17 January after a long illness. The funeral service will take place on Monday, 2 February 2009 at 3.00pm at Mortlake Crematorium, Kew Meadow Path, Townmead Road, Richmond, TW9 4EN. The funeral procession will pass by Hammersmith Town Hall at approximately 2.20pm where it will pause for a short time before making its way to Mortlake.
The family has requested that floral tributes be sent to the Co-operative Funeral Service, 162 King Street, London W6 OQU by 12 noon on 2nd February or donations in lieu of flowers to Diabetes UK. Please send cheques payable to Diabetes UK, c/o 31 Sycamore House, Sycamore Gardens, W6 OAS.
