Council mourns death of former Slough Mayor George Brooker
Slough Borough Council regrets to announce the death of George Brooker, a former councillor and mayor of the town.
George was elected mayor in 1977 and became affectionately known as Jubilee George. He was made an MBE in 2006.
George served nine years as a member of Slough Borough Council and started at the council in May 1967 to May 1973, representing the central south ward and serving as a member for the Langley ward from 1976 to 1979.
In addition to this, George was the foundation chairman of Slough Age Concern, Slough and District Mental Health Association, first Chairman of the British Heart Foundation in Slough and for 12 years was responsible for the Alexandra Day Rose collection in Slough.
He was also the Foundation Chairman of the Stoke Park Trust/Slough Sports Association for Disabled and was the driving force in raising the money to build the Slough Sports Centre for the Disabled.
The Town Hall flag is flying at half-mast as a mark of respect until the funeral, which is still to be confirmed.
Councillor Richard Stokes, leader of Slough Borough Council, said: “On behalf of the council and the residents of Slough, I wish to offer my condolences to George’s family.
“As a former first citizen of our town, George Brooker served with honour and dedication. His contribution to Slough was substantial, and he will be missed by many.”
Mayor of Slough, Cllr Rashad Butt, added: “My thoughts are with George’s family and I know he will be sorely missed.
“He contributed so much to this town and will not be forgotten.”
Slough Borough Council