In Memoriam- Cameron Grant

Some of our community will already have heard news of the sad and tragic death of Cameron Grant just over a week ago.

Cameron was a former pupil (Bablake Junior School 2004-05, Bablake Senior School 2005-12), whose brother Alastair left Bablake in the summer.

Cameron was in his final year at Royal Holloway, University of London, studying Geology, and contemplating the possibility of a master’s degree. He had recently been on a family holiday, had celebrated his 21st birthday and had been the proud recipient of his Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award from St James’s Palace. Cameron was also the Treasurer of 'Holloway Ultimate', the Ultimate Frisbee team at Royal Holloway.

Those who knew Cameron will remember him as a friendly and unassuming young man, who became increasingly determined to realise his dream of studying Geology, despite difficulties with dyspraxia. He was part of a World Challenge expedition to Mexico and Belize, and also enjoyed scouting and voluntary work outside school. He had a love of the outdoors.

Cameron’s family are already grateful for the messages of support they have received, but if you would like to convey your condolences or to share memories of Cameron, please send e-mails, via hmsec@bablake.coventry.sch.uk, or cards, via school addressed to the Headmaster’s P.A.; we shall ensure that they are forwarded. There is also a Facebook group for Cameron's family and friends to share happy memories, which may be accessed here.

Cameron’s funeral will be a celebration of his life and will take place at the parish church of St. Mary and St. Bartholomew in Hampton-in-Arden at 2pm on Friday 28th November. All are welcome there, and at the village hall afterwards. Please do not wear black.

Cameron’s family is establishing a Memorial Fund in his name. This will be used principally to support young people fighting to overcome poor mental health, and also to support causes and interests dear to Cameron such as: Duke of Edinburgh, enabling young people to go hill-walking, and charities Cameron supported.

Donations will be via a charity webpage which may be seen by clicking here.

We are sure everyone will join in our thoughts and prayers for Carol, Evan, Alastair and Cameron’s extended family at this very painful time.

RIP Cameron Grant (10th October 1993 – 14th November 2014)