St Mary's, Edinburgh
1954 – Jun 2025
Karin took up bell ringing on the Isles of Scilly in 2010 and later rang at St Martin’s Church in Ruislip. After moving back to Edinburgh, her university city, she joined the band at St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral in 2021. Karin was elected a SACR member in 2022. Sadly, her health later declined, and she passed away in June 2025 after a long illness. In her memory, members of our Society rang a quarter peal of Plain Bob Triples, and a group of us rang handbells at her memorial service.
Karin greatly enjoyed ringing at St Mary’s, valuing both the opportunity to learn and progress and the camaraderie of the band. She was an active tower committee member, leading the update of our website and helping to organise ringers’ teas during SACR days in Edinburgh, as well as contributing in many other ways. She played a key role in our 2022 Striking Competition band, when we won the St Andrew’s Shield.
Karin’s enthusiasm, friendship, and generous nature made her a much-valued member of the tower. She will be especially remembered for her optimistic spirit and positive outlook.
Sussanah Ewens