Vintage Bermuda Sun: The Sun team from the 1970s: l to r Bob Harvey, Maggie Thompson, editor Peter Beckett, Gill Outerbridge, Tim Ewart and John Ellingham. Ms Outerbridge said: “Bob has since died. Tim went on to be a roving reporter for BBC. John became editor after Peter then went back to Scotland and joined The Scotsman. Maggie (advertising and circulation) retired to Scotland with her husband. I’m still at the keyboard — when not out on the boat! Our editorial meetings took place on Monday mornings, whence we retired to the pub for the rest of the day!” *Photo supplied
Vintage Bermuda Sun: The Sun team from the 1970s: l to r Bob Harvey, Maggie Thompson, editor Peter Beckett, Gill Outerbridge, Tim Ewart and John Ellingham. Ms Outerbridge said: “Bob has since died. Tim went on to be a roving reporter for BBC. John became editor after Peter then went back to Scotland and joined The Scotsman. Maggie (advertising and circulation) retired to Scotland with her husband. I’m still at the keyboard — when not out on the boat! Our editorial meetings took place on Monday mornings, whence we retired to the pub for the rest of the day!” *Photo supplied

Dear Tony,

What abysmal news!

I’m so sorry and send my condolences to you all.

My goodness, I joined the Sun shortly after it opened -—Tracy was a baby so it must be nearly 50 years ago.

I remember Major John Barritt calling me and begging me to join the staff.

“But Major Barritt,” I said, “you told me it was far more important to stay home with my babies!”

“Yes, he replied, but not right now, I need you here.”

Well, for one pound a day, how could I refuse?!

I had many happy years with the paper, short time, part time and contributor.

I mourn the loss with you all.

Best wishes wherever you go and whatever you do.

Remember, when a door closes, another opens.

Gill Outerbridge

Former Bermuda Sun employee