Obituary - Barry Appleson

Mr Appleson first set up an optical workshop to supply practices in Leeds with a prescription service, before entering into partnership with a local optometrist. After working in practice for more than 40 years, he took semi-retirement, continuing to do domiciliary work. sisters on trek for charity Optical sales assistant Lesley Travers, who works at Dollond & Aitchison in Eastleigh, Hampshire, is taking part in a charity trek across Peru in September. Ms Travers (left), who will be accompanied by her sister Sue Tizard on the five-day 100km trek, says they are hoping to raise &\#163;2,500 each for cerebral palsy charity Scope. 'The coming year will be dedicated to getting ourselves fit for the challenge of a lifetime,' says Ms Travers. If any organisations or individuals would like to support the charity by sponsoring Lesley Travers or Sue Tizard, donations, which must be received before July, should be sent marked for Ms Travers' attention to Dollond & Aitchison, Swan Centre, Wells Place, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 5LQ or telephone: 023 80611437.