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Bill joined the Green Jackets in August 1960 and finished in 1970. He was a Battalion signaller and served as Major Scrace-Dickins signaller in Cyprus in 1962- 63 he went on to serve in Borneo and elsewhere. He was married to Monica daughter of WO1 Jim Sperrie and has a son Simon. Bill died in hospit...

5540

Several generations of GJ & RGJ but especially members of 2GJ & 2 RGJ of the Penang, Münster & Ballykelly era, when he was the Assault Pioneer Pl Sgt, will be sad to hear that CSgt Mick OHara died in hospital in Ashford Kent on the 1st of February 2012. Mick was born 20.04.1939, St Pancras Hos...

1043

14425326 James (Jim) Moore ex 2KRRC C-COY 1943/47 died last week. His funeral will take place at West Herts Crematorium, High Elms Lane, WD25 0JS On Thursday Jan 19 at 13-40 hrs. If you live in area you are most welcome to attend.

1680

I regret to inform you that Michael (Mike) Shannon,( Corporal 24037909) Date of Birth 30.05.1949, formerly of 3 RGJ, died on 21st December after a long illness. Mike had been living in Currum Downs in Victoria and is survived by his wife Wendy. Wendy has informed me that Mike will be buried in his Rif...

3655

It is with deep regret that we announce that Major Martin Cracknell, who served as a Company Commander in 1 Green Jackets and later as 2i/c 2nd Bn RGJ 1967-1968, died on Friday 16 December 2011. William Martin, died, aged 82, after a long struggle with cancer. Beloved husband for nearly 50 years to Gil...

1367

Gordon Brown MM late 2KRRC 1940/46 died on 25 November.Gordon featured in a story by Brigadier Sir John Hunt CBE DSO of Everest fame in the 1996 KRRC Journal in the article The Bravest Man I Ever Knew He maintained contact with Tom Braden and Ted Elsworth two of the American Officers who served in the KRR...

1263

Ron Janes late 2KRRC 1944/47 Died on November 28 his Funeral will be held at Chelmsford Crematorium, Writtle Road, Chelmford, at 15-00 hrs on Tuesday December 13. Members of the KRRC Assn will provide an Honour Guard for him.

1387

I am sorry to inform you that Mick Thompsons (Tommo18) wife passed away early this week. A card has been sent on behalf of the Milton Keynes branch to say he and his family are in all of our thoughts at this very sad time. Thank you Geordie for keeping us informed.

1275

Captain Peter F Davey 2nd Bn. KRRC 1944-1947 died peacefully at 4pm yesterday (30/11/2011) at Bronnlys Hospital, Powys after enduring a long illness with great courage and no complaints. A proud Rifleman he will be missed by his wife Tiza and their family and friends.

2662

News Article Rifleman Sheldon Lee Jordan Steel killed in Afghanistan28 Nov 11 It is with sadness that we must confirm the death of Rifleman Sheldon Steel, from 5th Battalion The Rifles (5 RIFLES), who was killed in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, on 27 November 2011. Rifleman Sheldon Le...

1140

This Christmas would be a good time to pause and think of the Widows and Family's of all the Fellow Riflemen who have passed away since the start of this Memorium Board.

May 10, 2013 · 8976

I regret to announce the death of former RSM, 4RGJ, Frank Jones, who died suddenly whilst swimming in Auckland, New Zealand on 25th November 2011. Following his service as RSM Frank was subsequently commissioned from the ranks in 1988 and left the Army as a Captain. Funeral A celebration of...

8064

I regret to inform you that John Leslie, former WO2, died in his sleep in Dover on 23rd November 2011. He was 64 years of age. John Leslie`s funeral will take place at Barham Crematorium Canterbury Rd, Barham, Canterbury, Kent CT4 6QU Tel: 01227 831351at 12:40 on Tuesday 13 December 2011. Family Flo...

6369

I regret to announce that Ross Grainger passed away at 1500 hrs on Friday the 18 November. The Funeral of Ross Grainger will take place at Hawkinge Crematorium on Tuesday the 29th of NOVEMBER at 1530 hrs. The crematorium is on the A260 the road between the end of the M20 and Canterbury. For those with S...

1197

Captain PJM Hill Late KRRC & General Headquarters Liaison Regiment ("Phantom") Peter Hill died peacefully on 29th October 2011 aged 87. His funeral was on the 16th of November 2011. A Thanksgiving Service will be held at Chelsea Old Church; 64 Cheyne Walk, London SW3 5LT at 2.30 p.m....

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JAMES(JIM)RENTON WHO SERVED IN 1KRRC 1943/47 DIED ON NOVEMBER 15TH. HIS FUNERAL WILL BE HELD AT GRIMSBY CREMATORIUM, WEELSBY AVENUE, GRIMSBY DN32 OBA ON FRIDAY 25TH OF NOVEMBER AT 15-00 HRS. THE FAMILY WOULD WELCOME ANY RIFLEMEN PAST OR PRESENT WHO ARE ABLE TO ATTEND.

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News Article Lance Corporal Peter Eustace killed in Afghanistan17 Nov 11 It is with sadness that we must confirm that Lance Corporal Peter Eustace from 2nd Battalion The Rifles (2 RIFLES) was killed in Afghanistan on Wednesday 16 November 2011.Lance Corporal Peter Eustace Lance Corporal Peter...

1476

At 12-20am 16/11/11 Roy finally passed away after a long hard battle (swift and bold) sadly missed by all the family.

administrator · 4337

I regret to announce that John Watts, formerly an officer with the OBLI died on 1st November 2011. Obituary Lieutenant John WattsThe Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire Light Infantry John Ponsonby Watts was born on 26 December 1936 in Devon and educated at Radley followed by a history degree in Lo...

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I regret to announce that former RSM 2 RGJ and later Major Don Duncan, died at 03.00 in Southampton on the 7th November 2011. He was 62 years old. The Funeral of Don Duncan will take place at 11.30am, Thursday 17th November 2011 at Boniface Church, Chandlers Ford, SO53 2FT. All regimental family member...

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	Death of 23834224 L/Cpl William Alfons Brown (Preview) Bill joined the Green Jackets in August 1960 and finished in 1970. He was a Battalion signaller and served as Major Scrace-Dickins signaller in Cyprus in 1962- 63 he went on to serve in Borneo and elsewhere. He was married to Monica daughter of WO1 Jim Sperrie and has a son Simon. Bill died in hospit...	1298	Feb 8, 2012 by John 'Tiny' Corr
	Death of Mick O`Hara BEM- KRRC - 2GJ - 2RGJ (Preview) Several generations of GJ & RGJ but especially members of 2GJ & 2 RGJ of the Penang, Münster & Ballykelly era, when he was the Assault Pioneer Pl Sgt, will be sad to hear that CSgt Mick OHara died in hospital in Ashford Kent on the 1st of February 2012. Mick was born 20.04.1939, St Pancras Hos...	5540	May 30, 2013 by Mac McDonald 2RGJ
	Passing of Jim Moore ex 2KRRC (Preview) 14425326 James (Jim) Moore ex 2KRRC C-COY 1943/47 died last week. His funeral will take place at West Herts Crematorium, High Elms Lane, WD25 0JS On Thursday Jan 19 at 13-40 hrs. If you live in area you are most welcome to attend.	1043	Jan 15, 2012 by Hon Sec KRRC Assn
	Death of Mike Shannon, former Cpl in 3RGJ (closed) (Preview) I regret to inform you that Michael (Mike) Shannon,( Corporal 24037909) Date of Birth 30.05.1949, formerly of 3 RGJ, died on 21st December after a long illness. Mike had been living in Currum Downs in Victoria and is survived by his wife Wendy. Wendy has informed me that Mike will be buried in his Rif...	1680	Dec 31, 2011 by ace maclean
	Death of Major (retd) Martin Cracknell (closed) (Preview) It is with deep regret that we announce that Major Martin Cracknell, who served as a Company Commander in 1 Green Jackets and later as 2i/c 2nd Bn RGJ 1967-1968, died on Friday 16 December 2011. William Martin, died, aged 82, after a long struggle with cancer. Beloved husband for nearly 50 years to Gil...	3655	Dec 21, 2011 by Bob and Birgit Wright
	Death of Gordon Brown MM (Preview) Gordon Brown MM late 2KRRC 1940/46 died on 25 November.Gordon featured in a story by Brigadier Sir John Hunt CBE DSO of Everest fame in the 1996 KRRC Journal in the article The Bravest Man I Ever Knew He maintained contact with Tom Braden and Ted Elsworth two of the American Officers who served in the KRR...	1367	Dec 13, 2011 by Alan Cole
	Death of Ron Janes (Preview) Ron Janes late 2KRRC 1944/47 Died on November 28 his Funeral will be held at Chelmsford Crematorium, Writtle Road, Chelmford, at 15-00 hrs on Tuesday December 13. Members of the KRRC Assn will provide an Honour Guard for him.	1263	Dec 4, 2011 by Hon Sec KRRC Assn
	Bereavement (Preview) I am sorry to inform you that Mick Thompsons (Tommo18) wife passed away early this week. A card has been sent on behalf of the Milton Keynes branch to say he and his family are in all of our thoughts at this very sad time. Thank you Geordie for keeping us informed.	1387	Dec 4, 2011 by Sandy Wells
	Death of Captain P F Davey KRRC (Preview) Captain Peter F Davey 2nd Bn. KRRC 1944-1947 died peacefully at 4pm yesterday (30/11/2011) at Bronnlys Hospital, Powys after enduring a long illness with great courage and no complaints. A proud Rifleman he will be missed by his wife Tiza and their family and friends.	1275	Dec 1, 2011 by Ex 2RGJ
	Death of Rifleman Sheldon Lee Jordan Steel. 5 Rifles (Preview) News Article Rifleman Sheldon Lee Jordan Steel killed in Afghanistan28 Nov 11 It is with sadness that we must confirm the death of Rifleman Sheldon Steel, from 5th Battalion The Rifles (5 RIFLES), who was killed in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, on 27 November 2011. Rifleman Sheldon Le...	2662	Dec 5, 2011 by Gary Hayes X3RGJ and 4RGJ
	Remember the Widows and Families (Preview) This Christmas would be a good time to pause and think of the Widows and Family's of all the Fellow Riflemen who have passed away since the start of this Memorium Board.	1140	Dec 1, 2011 by Bob and Birgit Wright
	Death of Frank Phillip Jones former Captain RGJ and member of R Coy 1971-72 with funeral details ( 1 2 ) (Preview) I regret to announce the death of former RSM, 4RGJ, Frank Jones, who died suddenly whilst swimming in Auckland, New Zealand on 25th November 2011. Following his service as RSM Frank was subsequently commissioned from the ranks in 1988 and left the Army as a Captain. Funeral A celebration of...	8976	May 10, 2013 by Anonymous
	Death of John Leslie, KRRC and 2RGJ former WO2 with Funeral Details (Preview) I regret to inform you that John Leslie, former WO2, died in his sleep in Dover on 23rd November 2011. He was 64 years of age. John Leslie`s funeral will take place at Barham Crematorium Canterbury Rd, Barham, Canterbury, Kent CT4 6QU Tel: 01227 831351at 12:40 on Tuesday 13 December 2011. Family Flo...	8064	Mar 10, 2012 by Les Welling
	Death of Ross Grainger, Formerly 43rd & 52nd/1RGJ with Funeral Details (Preview) I regret to announce that Ross Grainger passed away at 1500 hrs on Friday the 18 November. The Funeral of Ross Grainger will take place at Hawkinge Crematorium on Tuesday the 29th of NOVEMBER at 1530 hrs. The crematorium is on the A260 the road between the end of the M20 and Canterbury. For those with S...	6369	Sep 6, 2013 by Harry Harrison
	DEATH OF CAPTAIN PJM HILL LATE 60TH RIFLES (Preview) Captain PJM Hill Late KRRC & General Headquarters Liaison Regiment ("Phantom") Peter Hill died peacefully on 29th October 2011 aged 87. His funeral was on the 16th of November 2011. A Thanksgiving Service will be held at Chelsea Old Church; 64 Cheyne Walk, London SW3 5LT at 2.30 p.m....	1197	Nov 21, 2011 by KRRC ASSN HON SEC
	DEATH 0F JAMES RENTON KRRC (Preview) JAMES(JIM)RENTON WHO SERVED IN 1KRRC 1943/47 DIED ON NOVEMBER 15TH. HIS FUNERAL WILL BE HELD AT GRIMSBY CREMATORIUM, WEELSBY AVENUE, GRIMSBY DN32 OBA ON FRIDAY 25TH OF NOVEMBER AT 15-00 HRS. THE FAMILY WOULD WELCOME ANY RIFLEMEN PAST OR PRESENT WHO ARE ABLE TO ATTEND.	1144	Nov 21, 2011 by KRRC ASSN HON SEC
	Death of Lance Corporal Peter Eustace. 2 Rifles with Funeral Details (Preview) News Article Lance Corporal Peter Eustace killed in Afghanistan17 Nov 11 It is with sadness that we must confirm that Lance Corporal Peter Eustace from 2nd Battalion The Rifles (2 RIFLES) was killed in Afghanistan on Wednesday 16 November 2011.Lance Corporal Peter Eustace Lance Corporal Peter...	6840	Nov 29, 2011 by jimmy manley
	Death of W/02 Roy Kent RIFLE BRIGADE AND FORMALY 60TH RIFLES KRRC (Preview) At 12-20am 16/11/11 Roy finally passed away after a long hard battle (swift and bold) sadly missed by all the family.	1476	Nov 17, 2011 by Beggers Ex 2/1
	Death Of John Watts formerly an Officer with the OBLI (Preview) I regret to announce that John Watts, formerly an officer with the OBLI died on 1st November 2011. Obituary Lieutenant John WattsThe Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire Light Infantry John Ponsonby Watts was born on 26 December 1936 in Devon and educated at Radley followed by a history degree in Lo...	4337	Nov 7, 2011 by administrator
	Death of Major (retd) Don Duncan KRRC - 2RGJ - 3RGJ with funeral details ( 1 2 ) (Preview) I regret to announce that former RSM 2 RGJ and later Major Don Duncan, died at 03.00 in Southampton on the 7th November 2011. He was 62 years old. The Funeral of Don Duncan will take place at 11.30am, Thursday 17th November 2011 at Boniface Church, Chandlers Ford, SO53 2FT. All regimental family member...	10182	Feb 23, 2013 by Dolf ... Steven Anderson
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