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Michael Openshaw Class of 1952

10 Nov 2026
In Memoriam

We are sorry to announce that Michael Openshaw, Class of 1952 has died aged 93 on 23 October 2026. 

Whilst at Bury Grammar School, Michael was a Prefect and the Head of Hulme House. He read Classics and French at Emmanuel College Cambridge between 1952 and 1955. Michael served his National Service with the Royal Artillery before going to work in the world of banking. Michael has been retired for 37 years and has lived in the south of the UK for over 65 years. In retirement he was involved with the Horsham Museum and the Bexhill Art Society. 

Michael is survived by his wife Bettina, a son Christopher, two daughters Elinor and Katrina, four grandchildren and was awaiting the birth of his first great grandchild. 

Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this sad time

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