Brian Halliwell, the well-known plantsman, author and plant hunter passed away on 22nd March 2014.
The announcement, published in the Halifax Courier on 28th March 2014 reads:
BRIAN HALLIWELL : On 22nd March 2014, Brian aged 84 years passed away peacefully at Overgate Hospice.
He will be sadly missed by friends and family. Brian's career involved a world wide travel in his search for wild plants, particularly alpines which Brian was a highly respected expert. He met many interesting people who have remained loyal friends. The Funeral Service will be held at St Jude's Church, Savile park, Halifax on Monday 7th April at 10.00am. Followed by committal at Park Wood Crematorium, Elland. Family flowers only please, but donations if so desired to Overgate Hospice c/o Lawrence Funeral Service, Bell Hall, Halifax. Tel 354094.
Already respects have been paid to the newspaper site by former students of Brian's at Kew.
I have posted this message to the site:
The world of plants is saddened by the news of Brian's death- those of us in the Scottish Rock Garden Club held him in great esteem.
His knowledge was shared by his teaching and his books and this will be his legacy to us all.
Our condolences to all his family.
Margaret Young
SRGC Hon. Vice President
