Michael (Mike) Hares a member of the Avon Fire & Rescue Service Pensioner Association passed away on 1st October 2026, aged 90.
Following his time as an RAF engineer, Mike joined Bristol Fire Brigade and was serving as a Sub.Officer on Blue watch at Avonmouth Fire Station when he retired on 29th June 1989, having completed 30yrs service.
Throughout his career, Mike was a keen supporter of the Fire Service National Benevolent Fund, serving for many years as a representative on the A Division and Brigade councils. Following his retirement, Mike joined the Avon Fire & Rescue Pensioners Association, continuing his association with the service as an executive member of the organising committee.
Mike’s funeral will be held on Friday 6th November 2026, 12:45hrs at Canford Crematorium, Westbury on Trym, Bristol, BS9 3PQ, followed by a reception at The PBA Club Nibley Road Shirehampton. All welcome
If you would like to join the family in celebration of Mike’s life, please let Margaret know for numbers and catering. Tel: 01179825524 or 07858389964 or by email to haresy25@gmail.com
AF&RS Pensioners Association Secretary & Treasurer. NARF District No. 7 Chairman & Treasurer
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