A FORMER town mayor and Maldon East Ward Town Councillor has died, aged 71.
David Ogg has been remembered as a “strong and vibrant” member of the council.
He died yesterday afternoon following a short illness.
Mr Ogg was the town mayor from 2021 to 2022 and worked on many projects during that time, including planting trees for the Queen’s Green Canopy Jubilee in Maldon and overseeing a herb garden at St Giles' Ruins.
He has been remembered by many residents as tributes have poured in online.
Councillor Andrew Lay, the current town mayor of Maldon said: “It is with deep personal sadness that I must inform you of the passing of Maldon East Ward Town Councillor and former town mayor David Ogg.
“David was a strong and vibrant member and was passionate about his role within the town council.
“I was honoured to be chosen as his deputy mayor last year and be by his side as he enjoyed the role of town mayor.
“David was first co-opted on to the town council in June 2015 and served as chairman of the planning committee between 2017 and 2021.
“David was elected to serve as town mayor by his colleagues in 2021-2022.
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“During his mayoral year, which was difficult due to the effects of the pandemic, David presented VE70 commemorative coins to local school children, took part in the 850th Royal Charter service and wrote the foreword for the commemorative Charter Book, planted trees for the Queen’s Green Canopy Jubilee in Maldon, oversaw a project to install a herb garden at St Giles' Ruins which is now coming to fruition and attended the British Kebab Awards Ceremony in London where Sark Restaurant was recognised as the best regional kebab restaurant.
“Originally from Canvey Island, David was an active tradesman in the town, known to many friends, residents and businesses across Maldon and the surrounding district.
“David was a generous friend and had a passion for the town.
“The last civic event David attended was the Merchant Navy Day Service on the Quay on September 4.
“I, together with my council colleagues and staff will miss him greatly.”
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