Estate pays tribute to tenantsâ champion Claude Horse-drawn hearse for âpillar of the communityâ who was campaigning for neighboursâ rights up until his death at 90 01 March, 2021 â By Tom Foot The horse-drawn hearse in Rowley Way A HOUSING estate fell silent as a horse-drawn hearse carrying popular tenantsâ champion Claude James made its way past his home of more than 40 years. Long-standing residents said the solemn procession on Wednesday was the first time they had seen a horse-carriage in the historic Alexandra and Ainsworth estate, Abbey Road. Mr James, who was fondly remembered as a âpillar of the communityâ, was still serving on the tenantsâ and residentsâ association right up until his death in hospital aged 90 last month.