Tribute to 'highly respected' former Rushden councillor following his death
Former Rushden town councillor and mayor Robin Underwood has been described as a ‘kind and considerate gentleman’ following his death.
Robin Underwood served as mayor of Rushden during the 2003/2004 year and had been a member of Rushden Town Council since it was formed in 2000 up until 2020.
Following Robin’s death today (Wednesday, May 20), Rushden Town Council has lowered the the union flag at Rushden War Memorial to half-mast.
A Rushden Town Council spokesman said: "He was well known and highly respected throughout the town, where he was the ward member for the Bates ward.
“Not only was Robin an exemplary councillor but he was also a kind and considerate gentleman, and he will be sadly missed by all who knew him.”
Robin had also served on East Northamptonshire Council for more than 20 years, where he held the role of chairman from 1999 until 2001.
Former mayor Gill Mercer said: “Robin will be sadly missed. Condolences to his family."