On 20th August 2024 Sqn Ldr Ken Symonds celebrated his 100th birthday. His friend, neighbour and carer, Deborah Follet had planned a grand birthday party to celebrate Ken’s life and career – due to take place on Saturday 30th August .
Unfortunately Ken passed passed away on 25th August. Nevertheless, the crowds turned out to celebrate in Ken’s absence. The photos below give some idea of how highly regarded Ken was amongst his friends, neighbours and fellow Flight Engineers.