Mildred Nevile RIP

Mildred Nevile died today, (Sunday) after a short illness. Anne Forbes wrote in a note to friends: 'It is with great personal sadness that I am writing to tell you that Mildred died peacefully at 8.20am this morning at St Joseph's Hospice in Hackney. Her sister Eleanor was with her, and she had been anointed yesterday.

'It is only six weeks since Mildred was admitted to University College Hospital, and this email circuit was her own idea as she wanted to keep in touch with her many friends. We must be happy for her that her passing has been so speedy, pain-free and peaceful. We will all miss her greatly.'

Mildred Nevile MBE was General-Secretary of the Catholic Institute for International Relations for 18 years, during which time she took part in many campaigns including the struggle against Apartheid in South Africa. She retired from that post in November 1985, but continued to lead a very active life working for many justice and peace causes. She was a spiritual councillor and was involved with her parish and the Carmelites.

An obituary and funeral details will be published later.