In memory of Rex Satchwell

Rex Satchwell (1 April 1933 - 14 July 2026)

We are saddened to learn that a former long-standing and highly esteemed examiner, Rex Satchwell, passed away on the 14^th of July aged 93, dying peacefully in his sleep. Husband to Pat and father to Carew and Gareth, Rex will be greatly missed. We send his family and friends our condolences.

Rex studied at Nottingham University, gaining a BA, before going on to complete his specialist qualifications, LGSM and LRAM, in speech and drama.

Pictured: Rex Satchwell, Carol Clarke, Peter Medland, Eddie Truman, Gwyn Neale - "Love's Labour's Lost", 1953, with Rex playing the part of Sir Nathaniel.
Ever versatile, Rex also played the role of Mole in Toad of Toad Hall

He was later honoured with an Hon FLCM (an honorary Fellowship of the London College of Music) in recognition of his loyal service to LCME exams. In his local community in the Midlands, Rex was a tour guide at Coventry Cathedral and a valuable member of the Talisman Theatre in Kenilworth.

Rex will be remembered not only for his deep subject knowledge but also for his kindly manner and collegiality. For instance, LCME examiner Kathleen Phillips writes:

I was very saddened to hear of the death of Rex Satchwell. Rex was my speech and drama examiner trainer (in Dungannon) when I first started with LCM in 2005. He was professional, patient and encouraging during my training and I learned a great deal from his valuable experience which had stood me in good stead over the years. RIP Rex.

While at LCME, Rex, alongside colleague Patricia Finch, produced two anthologies: An Anthology of Verse, published in 1997, and An Anthology for Students of Drama and Communication, published in 2006. Notably, both of these publications are still in use today, inspiring countless candidates and teachers with a selection of some of the best poetry, prose and drama in the literary canon. They endure and serve as a fitting tribute to a much-valued colleague.

Farewell, Rex.

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