Jon Ruben was the pillar of the community. A highly respected retired veterinary surgeon, he offered children in deprived areas of Nottingham an annual free Christian summer camp, packed with outdoor play and educational activities to promote self-confidence.
So popular were the three-day trips, held at the remote Stathern Lodge, 18 miles out of the city, that spaces filled up months before, while charitable groups happily supported the venture with thousands of pounds in donations.
