In memory of Trevor Austin: supporting the Rosehill Mission nursing school in India

Trevor Austin, founder of Rosehill Instruments, died peacefully aged 94 on 24 June, surrounded by his loving family. Trevor was a lifelong musician, playing euphonium in the Royal Horse Guards at Her Majesty’s coronation and serving as a dedicated Salvation Army bandsman.

His enthusiasm created many opportunities for aspiring musicians. He founded Beaconsfield Brass and conducted it for 50 years, and established the British Association of Christian Brass Bands, as well as the first brass band summer school.

Trevor devoted his later years to charitable work, establishing the Rosehill Mission to support an orphanage and a teaching hospital in India.

Trevor wished for any donations received at his funeral to be used to support the work of Dr Sam Babu Kara and the Rosehill Mission in building a nursing school. The school will have an annual intake of 40, scheduled over 3 years. In year one, the programme will build a classroom and dormitory for the nursing students, along with an office and staff room for teachers and administrative support.

Trevor’s legacy of service lives on through this project. If you would like to honour his memory, please consider making a donation. Your gift will help young nurses make a difference in their communities – just as Trevor made a difference in his community throughout his life.