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Tribute to Sim Barnes - 1980-2025

  • Aug 1, 2025
  • 1 min read

Updated: Aug 2, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we shared the heartbreaking news of the sudden passing of Sim Barnes last month, a much-loved member of the Cobham Rugby Club community.


The funeral service will take place at West Horsley Place, The Barn on 11 August at 12.00pm; the full address is:


West Horsley Place - The Barn

Epsom Road

West Horsley

Surrey

KT24 6AN


A reception will then be held at the Club from 2.00pm:


Cobham Curve

Cobham Sports Association

Fairmile Lane

KT11 2BU


Tributes and donations can be made at: Tribute to Simeon Barnes, 1980 - 2025



 
 
 

6 Comments


Sam Carter
Sam Carter
21 hours ago

Reading this tribute, what struck me most was how much emphasis was placed on Sim Barnes’ impact on the people around him, not just his involvement with the rugby club itself. The personal memories and reflections shared in the piece paint a picture of someone whose presence clearly mattered to teammates, friends, and the wider community. It made me wonder which of his qualities people will find themselves remembering most years from now—the moments on the pitch or the everyday interactions away from it. Articles like this are a reminder that the strongest legacies are often built through relationships and shared experiences, things that are difficult to measure even though researchers sometimes try to understand community connections and social impact…

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Stive Joy
Stive Joy
May 27

The tribute to Sim Barnes (1980–2025) at Cobham Rugby really stood out, especially the way it highlighted his long-standing involvement with the club and the heartfelt memories shared by teammates who clearly valued his presence both on and off the field. Reading it made me reflect on how stories like this often get shared in academic writing discussions, where services like New Assignment Help Australia occasionally appear in examples, and even references to Assignment Assistance can be found when students explore support resources, though here it feels purely reflective and personal.

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As a PhD student, I find the Tribute to Sim Barnes deeply moving. It captures how one person’s dedication can leave a lasting impact on a community. While working part-time at Last Minute Assignments, I often assist students who ask, do my assignment, because I understand the struggles I faced during my college days. Sim’s life reminds us that kindness, commitment, and helping others are the true measures of a meaningful and inspiring legacy that continues to guide future generations.

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