Private Sponge actor passes away
It is with great sadness that I report that Colin Bean passed away on Saturday 20 June 2009. Colin played Private Sponge throughout the whole of nine years Dad's Army was produced and was a keen supporter of the Dad's Army Appreciation Society for many years. An ever-present section leader in the Walmington-on-Sea platoon, Private Sponge was seen in the second rank in most parade scenes. As time moved on, he was given several speaking parts and a little character development. Colin's career was varied, but he will be best remembered for the part he played in Dad's Army. 
In later years, Colin regaled audiences with stories about his time filming Dad's Army in the popular 'An Audience with Colin Bean' events, some of which were filmed and can be seen on YouTube.
The story is reported in Wigan Today and can be read here.
Rest in peace Colin, you will be most affectionately remembered.
Monday 22 June 2009
Colin Bean RIP 1927 to 2009
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The Lasting Tribute website has updated its memorial pages to include Colin Bean, who played Private Sponge.
http://www.lastingtribute.co.uk/tribute/bean/3101081
It's a respectful memorial to Colin and somewhere to pay tribute to his work.
Today is also the anniversary of John Laurie's death.
Pay tribute and add your memories:
http://www.lastingtribute.co.uk/tribute/laurie/2561763
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