Former pupils, staff, friends and colleagues came together on Friday to celebrate their happy days and good times at Bishop Luffa School during the time of Mr Bartlett's Headship. The service included the school's Senior Choir, Swing Band and a solo performance by Amy Fuller.
Reminiscences were read by the family, Janine and Duncan Bartlett and former staff. Sean, his stepson performed a piano recital composed of a medley of his favourite music and his other stepson Damian read a poem by David Harkins.
The service was followed by the dedication by Rev Clive Jenkins, Rector of St John's Soutbourne and a School Governor, of a commemorative bench, donated by Leslie and Janine Bartlett.
A book of condolences was available to write tributes to Leslie.