Susan Godfrey. "She coped admirably. [31] One Hungerford resident heard the warning before heading to Priory Road to check on his grandchildren; he took them indoors to safety before being non-fatally shot in both the shoulder and the eye. At 7.45pm, a single shot was heard in the school. [2] On reaching Bulpit Lane, Ryan killed taxi driver Marcus Barnard who was en route home to see family between fares. Includes Address (10) Phone (6) Email (3) See Results. Just as he did then, he is taking it upon himself to speak to the Press in order to shield those who don't want attention as the anniversary approaches. He shot and killed 51-year-old Kenneth Clements who had been walking his dog with his family; the family escaped without injury. For that reason, they did feel responsible. View the profiles of professionals named "Susan Godfrey" on LinkedIn. In the newsagents on the High Street in Hungerford on Thursday, a woman clutched at the counter to steady herself. He . Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning, Hungerford High Street as it is now, 23 years after Michael Ryan rampaged through the town. "Despite having lost her husband and undergone treatment for bullet wounds to her breast and fingers, she phoned me from her hospital bed as soon as she saw it. Buckingham, D. (2001) "Electronic Child Abuse" In: M. Barker and J. Petley (eds) Ill effects: the media/violence debate. "We stayed there all night, and at 2am I remember looking out to see police carrying away my neighbours in body bags. It wasn't the same for weeks afterwards." He failed to start his car, and instead returned to the house and set the living room alight using the petrol he purchased from Froxfield;[17] the resultant fire destroyed the house and three adjacent properties. By 2:30 p.m. they had tracked Ryan to the John O'Gaunt elementary school, which he had attended as a child. Bizarrely, Ryan kept asking how his mother was despite riddling her body with bullets earlier on. Next Ryan smashed open the door of Victor Gibbs, shooting him as he tried to protect his wheelchair bound wife Myrtle. You must talk.". 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He shot and killed cab driver Marcus Barnard, Eric Vardy and Sandra Hill. Ryan moved along Fairview Road, killing Abdur Khan, who was in his back garden, and injuring Alan Lepetit who was walking along the road. Ryan, who was heavily armed, forced 33-year-old Susan Godfrey, who was on a picnic with her children, to put them in her car and . A landlord in England, with the title of baronet, is of not less importance among his tenants, than a landlord in Sicily with the title of prince among his vassals ; and a squire in his ancient hall in Lancashire, might vie with any baron in his moated castle in Languedoc ; but should they travel, the advantage would always be in favor of the . "A police constable there said, 'Don't visit the families leave that to the professionals.' He shot and killed husband and wife Roland and Sheila Mason, who were in their back garden at their house in South View. ", David Steffe, who owns Howards Pet Care opposite Hungerford police station, grew up in the United States. "She had the common touch," adds his wife. Association For Womens Healthcare 1535 Lake Cook Rd Ste 502 Northbrook, IL 60062. On foot, Ryan proceeded towards the common, injuring two more people: Marjorie Jackson and Lisa Mildenhall (aged 14, shot in both legs). He claimed to various acquaintances that he had a private pilot's license, ran a gun shop and had taken a trip on the Orient Express, all of which were shown to be lies. RICHARD GODFREY OBITUARY. It was to be two hours before the children and, later, her body, were found. His mum Shirley Harries, 61, says: "Carl came face-toface with Michael Ryan. Susan Tyrrell (born Hungerford) was born on month day 1845, at birth place, to Robert Richard Hungerford, Free Settler "Alexander Henry" 1828 and Ellen Hungerford (born Winder). About Us. So the mayor and his wife ignored the instruction; victims' families wanted to talk to people they knew. After a couple of days, it soon became obvious that wasn't good advice at all," Tarry says. memorial page for Susan Elaine Godfrey (27 May 1952-19 Aug 1987), Find a Grave Memorial ID 235320279, citing St. Mary's Churchyard, Burghfield . "Last time I was staying with mum there was a firework display and I crawled into her bedroom, made her get on the floor and rang the police. Write by: . [20] Heading to investigate, Ryan shot at the constables; one took shelter in a house and the other with Robert Clements drove across the common to safety. The NPI number of this provider is 1679876379 and was assigned on December 2010. get yours now before they are gone forever. Susan W Hungerford Birth unknown Death 23 Sep 1873 Burial. Talking is one of the essential features. Other occupants: Little would PC Wainwright know that Ryan would later use his guns on the officer's own parents, who had decided to visit him on a whim on the fateful day of the massacre. Sheryl enjoyed being a mom and she dearly loved all . . The volunteers did not just collect donations; they listened. Driving his Toyota into South View, Ryan shot and killed White instantly and caused severe injuries to Ivor Jackson who feigned death and survived his injuries. Susan Ernley (Hungerford) Birthdate: after 1510: Birthplace: Probably Heytesbury, Wiltshire, England: Death: Immediate Family: Daughter of Walter Hungerford, 1st Baron Hungerford of Heytesbury and Susan Hungerford Wife of Michael Ernley Mother of Edward Ernle, of Etchilhampton Sister of Jane Forster and Sir Walter Hungerford, Kt., MP Half . "All the young people were there," says Beryl of the funeral. The Hungerford massacre occurred in Hungerford, Berkshire, England, on August 19, 1987. He'd stood pointing a gun at them with a band of bullets strung around his chest before opening fire. Someone has written in felt tip, (September) - 09/2014 , drawn a Crucifix and the figure 5 Pax . Destroyed homes have been rebuilt. There was a memorial service on the 20th anniversary of the tragedy but there is not a special service every year. "1987 tragedy memorial" it says, obliquely, and lists the names of the 16 dead. The press are still mistrusted in Hungerford, although the making of a documentary to be screened on the anniversary by the BBC's Community Programme Unit, which specialises in working co-operatively with communities, has gone some way to addressing local conceptions of the media. Dr. Sue Hungerford's office locations. sueh6001@yahoo.com. Yesterday's rampage was the worst mass murder in modern British history. Hungerford pedigrees all apparently agree that Susan Danvers, was the fist wife of Sir Walter Hungerford [1503-1527] and the mother of his eldest son Walter Hungerford. Record information. "[2][13] A psychologist in BBC One's The Hungerford Massacre documentary described how Ryan had "anger and contempt for ordinary life". As he went to secondary school the bullying continued and Ryan would later withdraw from college and gain no qualifications, making it difficult for him to get a job and join in with society. One teenager who went there reveals he did not know his great aunt was killed by Ryan until he watched a recent documentary on the shootings. Thats well over 30 ebooks in one package. [15], Ryan left the forest and drove east on the A4, stopping to fill both his car and a petrol can at the Golden Arrow petrol station in Froxfield. Fatal shooting of 16 people in Hungerford, England, For the 1876 attack in which two police officers were murdered, see, Khan's forename has also been given as "Abdur", "SHOOTING INCIDENTS AT HUNGERFORD ON 19 AUGUST 1987 REPORT OF MR COLIN SMITH CVO QPM. No firm motive for the killings has ever been established. It marked the start of a seven-hour massacre in which Ryan - 27 at the time - killed 16 people, including his neighbours, a police officer and his own mother, and injured 15 others. 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Mrs Ryan said: "He was supposed to be married but when I phoned up after they invited us to go, his mother said, `He doesn't know whether he wants to be married or not. [8][16] Ryan shot her 13 times, and her body was found approximately 10 yards (10m) from the groundsheet; there was no evidence of sexual assault. Bangor, Gwynedd, LL57. Wicked Women Toni Simmons. A police officer was shot dead as he drove his Panda car through a hail of bullets, crashing into Ryan's car. He died instantly. [11], Ryan showed some of his firearms as well as improvised explosive devices to his colleagues at his labouring job. Both were struck, although Linda was able to reverse the car out of the road. "The following week he shot Alan," says Mrs Lepetit, and she almost laughs with disbelief. It remains, along with the Dunblane massacre, one of the worst lone-wolf peacetime atrocities in British history. It is also true that a great many young men possess violent films but do not go on to act violently. There are 100+ professionals named "Susan Godfrey", who use LinkedIn to exchange information, ideas, and opportunities. After the murders, the Firearms (Amendment) Act 1988 was passed following a report commissioned by then-Home Secretary Douglas Hurd. Ryan's mother worked at the local hospital. [2] Ryan continued south on Priory Road where he shot once at a car driven by 34-year-old Ian Playle, who was fatally struck in the neck. Ryan again tried to shoot her at close range, but this time his gun was empty. All of our Serial Killer Magazines and books are massive, perfect bound editions. "He used to get everything he wanted from his mother", Mr Morley, who lived near the Ryan family, said. It is the 30th anniversary of a killing spree which saw 16 lives lost and 15 people injured, Sign up to our newsletter for daily updates and breaking news delivered direct to your inbox. It was market day in Hungerford, a balmy Wednesday, 19 August 1987. Next he shot Marjorie Jackson and 14-year-old Lisa Mildenhall, wounding them both severely. "The bitter irony that he'd used his guns to kill my father and colleague hit me as soon as I heard about his rampage. Dr. Sue Ann Hungerford has 2 locations. A report on this incident was commissioned by the Home Secretary, Douglas Hurd, from the Chief Constable of Thames Valley Police, Colin Smith. Strangers told her how their husband had been murdered and there had been no public sympathy for them. And then their memories of where they were on that day, of what they felt, of what happened next tumble out, and it is as if I am not there at all and people are back in 1987, reliving the awful vividness of that day. Should you hope to find a large memorial on the high street to those who lost their lives, you would not be in luck. Speaking on CBS Reality programme Murderers and their Mothers, Criminologist Dr Jane Monckton-Smith said: "She would indulge him, and she would protect him and she wouldn't let anybody insult him. Ryan drove the car into the Golden Arrow filling station at Foxfield, on the A4, east of the forest to get petrol. Hungerford is home to plenty of country sports enthusiasts and a thriving gun shop, so while Ryan may have been "an oddball", he hardly stood out. [24], Ryan next shot at George White, who had returned from Newbury having collected Marjorie Jackson's husband Ivor from work. "I was there. "Michael Ryan was ours.". The 17th, Ryan himself, is not mentioned. Last week, however, at the gun shop on Hungerford High Street, Roxtons Sporting Ltd, where the word "SHOOTING" is still emblazoned defiantly on the window, it was business as usual. However, a painting of Walter Hungerford giving his age and date of birth indicates a birth of about 1532, so assuming that is correct, Walter Hungerford [abt 1527-1596] may in . He shot dead his mother, Dorothy, who had arrived on the scene to speak to her son. Fifteen other people were also shot but survived. Mr Marcus Barnard, a local taxi driver, whose wife recently gave birth to their only child, was shot and killed along with a pedestrian in Bulpit Lane, a side turning. The massacre on Wednesday, August 19, 1987, rocked the sleepy Berkshire village of Hungerford and shocked the country. Ryan shot dead his mother, Dorothy, and set fire to their home at 4 South View, the blaze spreading to the three adjoining houses in the terrace. Following their initial refusals, however, most begin to talk a little bit. He killed a dog-walker who had raised his hands in surrender. But that's your job. "It was carnage. Username. ", Is he puzzled that the reaction here is less emotional than in the US? Although the magazine takes this subject very seriously and in no way attempts to glorify the crimes describe in it, it also provides a unique collection of rare treats (including mini biographical comics, crossword puzzles and trivia quizzes). At once, his monstrous acts entered the annals of criminal history and ensured that the name Hungerford now sits alongside Lockerbie and Dunblane in the nation's consciousness, inextricably identified with horror. He marched her away from her two young children and shot her 13 times in the back. Susan Godfrey, 33; Abdul Rahman Khan, 84; Francis Butler, 26; Sandra Hill, 22; Victor Gibbs, 66. . "It will always trigger things if you get a multiple killing, especially if it occurs somewhere where there's a small community.". Susan M Godfrey, age 69 "They felt we were all in it together and we had to do something about it. Seven minutes later he arrived at the row house he shared with his widowed mother in Hungerford. It's targeted at society because it's a simmering resentment.". Start your Independent Premium subscription today. 1. During the hours they were huddled upstairs, Ryan continued on his rampage. Approximately 100 yards (100m) from their destination, Ryan shot Douglas dead and injured Kathleen before non-fatally shooting at two other drivers. Ryan, who drifted through a number of laborer jobs and was once employed in a gun shop, appeared to have had licenses for his personal arsenal. "Carl ducked through a hedge, then spent the afternoon running from one victim to another, calming people and administering first-aid. PC Wainwright had signed Michael Ryan's gun renewal licence along with hundreds of others. 10-9. You must grieve. Ryan also built up a commando identity, and he started to become immersed in a military fantasy world. 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