Emilio’s bench

Ray Wild speaking about Emilio, with Henley autumn colours

Today I attended a lovely ceremony to unveil a bench in memory of Emilio Herbolzheimer, who died earlier this year. Emilio, or Emil (as we found out) taught at Henley for a number of years. Of course, anyone who knew him knows that Emilio was much more than that. He could hold a room with his encyclopedic knowledge of international business and macro-economics, and just as easily engage in conversation on just about any subject under the sun (in several languages) in a way that always left you feeling enriched and appreciated.

So, next time you are at Greenlands, and have a few minutes to spare, go and sit on Emilio’s bench (located just by the river down by the tennis court) and tune in to Emilio’s spirit and considerable love of life.

Ian Turner, sitting on Emilio's bench