Dennis Hemsley

[John Saunders]

I've just heard the sad news that Dennis Hemsley, founder and organiser of the great Monarch Assurance Isle of Man tournaments, died last week. I don't have exact dates of birth and death but think he was in his early 80s. Dennis was an inspirational organiser, and a good friend, and he did a lot for British chess at a time when big tournaments were becoming thin on the ground. R.I.P.

[David Sedgwick]

Sad news indeed, although not unexpected. Word reached us during this year's PokerStars IoM International that he was far from well.

Rest in peace, Dennis - and thank you for the coffee pot.

[mhebden]

Do not usually post but very sad news indeed;A great personality and a major reason why Isle of Man is still on the chess map

[Mick Norris]

IoM brief obit

[Gordon Cadden]

Dennis Hemsley was the man who persuaded Monarch Assurance to support chess on the Island, and it has been very successful, bringing many British Grandmasters to the I.O.M.