‘We’re going to miss him’
Community goodbye to a much-loved postie.
We often talk about our posties being at the heart of the community, and Graham McFiggins, a postie for 40 years, has been no exception.
In fact, when Graham, posted his final letter for Royal Mail on his 66th birthday, after 30 years serving the same community of Poets in Bedford– the community came out in their droves to show their appreciation.
Well over 100 people turned out to say farewell, offer their thanks for his service, and to hand over a staggering £1,555 collected for Graham as a send-off gift.
Overwhelmed Graham said: ‘I don’t know what to say that, it is incredible, the people are incredible.’
‘When it’s hot, I’ve been given cold drinks when it’s cold, I get hot drinks. I’ve always been looked after. I’m gonna miss these people. I’ve known them so long. I’ve seen bubbies being born, I’ve seen those bubbies grow up and have bubbies of their own’
His customers shared their thanks:
‘Graham has been a fantastic postman and is a genuine, kind person who has helped us on many occasions. For example, I’ve got a crutch and he’ll help me carry my bags inside.’
‘He deserves the recognition and to know how much he has been appreciated all these years. We’re going to miss him,’
‘He’s a friend to everyone, keeps an eye on the area and notices when things aren’t quite right. He will be greatly missed but it helps knowing he’s now going to have a well-earned rest.’
Graham now plans to put his feet up on a short break with his family and then settle into retirement with his hobbies of gardening, fishing and watching his favourite football team Tottenham Hotspur.
We would like to wish Graham a very long and happy retirement and a big thank you for all his work over the last 40 years.
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