Long standing solvers will remember with affection Mr Wednesday, Jeremy Mutch (Jay), whose weekly crosswords were a joy to solve combining elegance and wit. Â Before becoming the regular Wednesday setter in 2010, he boxed and coxed with Ray T on Thursdays. Â He also set crosswords for the Financial Times as Orense.
We have heard that Jay died recently aged 79 after a long illness. Â We send our condolences to his family and friends. Â May he rest in peace.
The photo shows Jay on the far right in 2011 with Prolixic, Crypticsue and Tilsit
That is very sad news. Jay’s Wednesday puzzles were a delight to solve, starting by ‘going up the downs,’ and so consistent. Condolences to his family. RIP Jay.
What terribly sad news.
I never knew Jay but he was my favourite setter. His crosswords were a joy to solve.
Pure mastery.
May he rest in peace.
So sorry to hear that. Always loved his puzzles. My condolences to his friends and family.
Very sad news indeed. Wednesdays with Jay were always something to look forward to and enjoy. Consistently good. We have lost a master of the art. Thank you, Jay.