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Former Staff Memeber Tricia Rusling Passes Away Aged 79

We are deeply saddened to share the news that former staff member Tricia Rusling passed away on Sunday 17 May 2026, aged 79. Funeral details for Friday 29 May 2026 are shared below.
Tricia Rusling (Centre), Meredith Langford (Left), Lyn Davidson (Right)
Tricia Rusling (Centre), Meredith Langford (Left), Lyn Davidson (Right)

We are deeply saddened to share the news that former staff member Tricia Rusling passed away on Sunday 17 May 2026, aged 79.

Tricia served the school, then known as Dulwich College Preparatory School, with great dedication for 24 years, from 1984 to 2008. During her time with us, she taught swimming and games and also supported pupils as a classroom assistant. She will be remembered with real warmth and gratitude by colleagues, pupils and families alike. Please join us in sending our sincerest condolences to Tricia’s family.

Tricia’s daughter, Sally, has asked that we share the following invitation to attend her funeral. All are welcome, and the family will be wearing colours in celebration of Tricia’s life.

  • When: 11.00am on Friday 29 May 2026
  • Where: Christ’s Chapel of God’s Gift, Dulwich Village
  • After the Service: Dulwich Picture Gallery

 

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