Below is the obituary sent by George Browne’s daughter Pippa McCarroll 

On 28th September, 2016, one of the proudest Old Sanawarian’s sadly passed away, two days before his 97th birthday. Despite his adherence to his life-long school motto of “Never Give In”, George Browne, Life President of the OS Society, succumbed to his injuries from a fall whilst receiving a routine treatment in hospital. 

A Havelock House Sanawarian from 1930-1937, George was both an outstanding student and athlete, being in the first elevens for hockey, cricket and football, and a champion boxer. His post Sanawar studies took him to England, graduating from King’s College, London and working at MI6 during the war. George’s days at Sanawar provided him with the foundation of an incredible adventure in life that led him across many countries. Having solely supported all his family who joined him in England after the partition of India in his earlier years, he thrived on the ambition to provide all of those he loved with a comfort and care that reached out far beyond even his own dreams. George built a dynasty, created upon his hard work, diligence and acumen. His life may have afforded him a luxurious lifestyle, but he remained humble enough to encompass others less fortunate and was always helping people, whatever their needs or situation. 

George leaves behind his beloved wife Frieda, whom he referred to his as “his angel” and indeed she is. After 57 years together, their love, commitment and companionship is unequalled. His legacy continues to his children Adrian, Angela, Nikki, Paul and Pippa, his ten grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Their hearts are all heavy, as I’m sure many of yours will be, at the loss of one of the last standing true gentleman and a fine Old Sanawarian.