tony thornton
Dear Members,
I am writing to explain about one of our Honorary Members Tony
Thornton.
A few weeks ago Tony became unwell. Fortunately our editor
and bass player is now on the road to recovery.
However Tony will not be able to attend the November
Convention nor complete the Winter Edition of the Vellum.
I know everyone in our Society would like to wish him well and a
speedy recovery. Although the Vellum, which will be the 100th
Vellum Tony has completed, will be late you will receive a news-
letter through the post.
This newsletter is in addition to the vellum and I hope will keep
everyone in the picture with the Society.
Andrew Poppleton
President - The George Formby Society
08/11/2021
Dear Members,
Since the notes above were written, I am delighted to inform you
that Tony Thornton has made an excellent recovery and is happy to
continue as editor of The Vellum and also, happy to continue in his
usual seat on stage in Blackpool with his trusty bass guitar
supporting all the performing artists as a member of the GFS band.
No one likes to hear of illness be it amongst family or friends and I
know that all who are acquainted with Tony within the GFS and of
course beyond it, will join me in wishing him continued good health,
happiness and contentment for many years to come.
Peter Pollard
GFS website
22/04/2022
TONY THORNTON ON STAGE - FEBRUARY 2022