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Death of Lieutenant Paul Mervis. 2 Rifles
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It is with regret we have to inform all of the death of Lieutenant Paul Mervis. 2 Rifles Another great loss to 2 rifles. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this sad time. Full updates will be posted on the this page, as soon as they are available. Funeral Arrangements Date: Wednesday 24th Ju...
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Jun 25, 2009
by Marcus Kruk "Kruky" Ex 1 RGJ
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Death Of Rifleman Cyrus Thatcher, 2 Rifles
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It is with great sadness that we inform all of Rifleman Cyrus Thatchers death. Another sad loss for 2 Rifles. Rifleman Thatcher was caught in an explosion whilst on patrol in Afghanistan on Tuesday. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this sad time. Repatriation - Through Lyneham Friday...
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Jun 25, 2009
by Anonymous
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Death of Brigadier OG (Oliver Gartside) PRATT MBE, Late RB/Oxf & Bucks LI/RGJ
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We regret to announce that Brigadier Pratt died on 21 April 2009 in Gentofte Hospital, Denmark Details from his daughter Elizabeth Pratt in Denmark: a.The funeral will be held Thursday 30 April 2009 at Gentofte Kirke, Gentoftegade, DK-2820 Gentofte Denmark. b.Ingrid his wife pre-deceased him so...
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Jun 21, 2009
by Ex L/Cpl 24026815
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Death of Joe Simpson
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It saddens me to inform you that our Brother Rifleman Joey Simpson died last night. Joey joined as a boy soldier in the early 60's. He served in both the 3rd and 1st battalions. He was also, for a while, a training Sgt at the depot. Joey was a good lad and a fine Rifleman. He was my friend for more than 50 yrs....
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Death of Colin Lowther
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Colin Lowther sadly died on the 22nd April 2009 after his last battle with cancer. anybody wanting to get in touch email Pat at noonoopat@hotmail.com
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Jun 18, 2009
by Tony 'Bins' Burley
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Death of Rifleman Adrian Sheldon 2 Rifles with funeral arrangements
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It is with great sadness that I announce the death of Rifleman Adrian SHELDON, 2 RIFLES, he was killed in action in the vicinity of FOB INKERMAN, on Thursday 7th May 2009. Rifleman Sheldon, 2 Rifles and formerly RGJ died after their Jackal vehicle was blown up by a IED on Thursday. Two other members of...
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Jun 16, 2009
by Bobby Moore
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Death of Eric Spencer, KRRC, (Former Driver FM Bramall)
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We regret to announce that Eric Spencer died on 5th April 2009. Eric lived in Liverpool. Eric Spencers funeral will take place on 17th April 2009 at 1500hrs at Anfield Crematorium. All are welcome to attend.
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Jun 16, 2009
by John winterburn (Barney)
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Death of Karl Johnson with Funeral Arrangements
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It Is with deep regret and a sad heart that I inform you all of the Death this morning (07/05/09) of Karl (johno) Johnson Ex Mortars 1st and 3rd RGJ. As Details start to come in I will keep you all informed of the arrangments. The Funeral will take place at Thornton Crematorium on Friday 15th May at 1300h...
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Jun 15, 2009
by Nick Butcher "Butch"
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Death of Frank Terroni & Sydney James Smith both ex KRRC
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Frank Terroni ex 8KRRC/8RB 1942/44 Died on June 4. His funeral will be held at the City of London Crematorium, Manor Park at 12-30 on Thursday June 25. All welcome at the service and for refreshments afterwards at the Memorial Hall, Christ Church 663 Barking Road, London E13 9EX. The Funeral of Sy...
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Jun 13, 2009
by Roy J Hurley ex 1RGJ
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Death of Major JR (Roy) Tustram Eve OBE DL KRRC, The Kenya Regt, 2GJ, QRR /4(V) RGJ/5(T) RGJ
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MajoMajor JR (Roy) Tustram Eve OBE DL KRRC, The Kenya Regt, 2GJ, QRR /4(V) RGJ/5(T) RGJ died on 20 May 2009. a. The funeral will be family only. b. A Thanksgiving Service is planned for later in the summer. c. ...
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Jun 5, 2009
by The Rifles (London Office)
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Memorial Day Monday May 25th
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On Monday May 25th it is Memorial Day here in the USA. I want to post this message as thanks to all those Men in Green that have given the most so that I may live in a free world. Thank you, for your lives given was not in vain. Thank you for your suffering. Thank you for your brotherhood. Thank you for your frie...
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Jun 3, 2009
by Chris Wagstaff
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Death of Bill Rawling (10 RB) Tower Hamlets Rifles
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I regret to inform you that Bill Rawlings passed away last week, after a difficult final few weeks in hospital, he was I believe aged 94. Bill had served in The Tower Hamlets Rifles (10 RB) also taking part in the push through Italy serving along side such notables as Capt A.J. Wilson (Jim) later to becom...
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May 28, 2009
by Julia Reading
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Death of Gordon Warner - ex WW2 RB and verteran of Snipes Ridge
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We regret to announce the death of Gordon Warner, ex Rifle Brigade , a WW2 Soldier who served with the Regiment at Snipes Ridge and who passed away last week.
The funeral will be held at the Old Cemetery chapel, Maidstone Road, Chatham on Wednesday 12th April at 1010hrs. All RGJ ex and serving a...
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May 22, 2009
by Jim Browning ex Rifle Brigade
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MEN IN GREEN
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MEN IN GREEN I met an old soldier today a man of Black and Green who told me stories of the men who fought in Black and Green. He told me of England`s darkest hour when we stood all alone, of the miracle of Dunkirk saved by men like those of Black and Green. Of the gal...
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May 21, 2009
by Deputy Webmaster
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Death of SH Ingalls 13th April 2009
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We regret to inform you that SH Ingalls died on 13th April 2009. No other details are available at this time.
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May 12, 2009
by Malcolm Donnison ex 3 rgj
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Death of 23508807 Cpl Summers.J.
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James Frederick Summers (Jim) passed away on 25th April 2009. Born on 29th June 1941 he served from 24th July 1961 until 12th April 1965 in both North Africa and Cyprus. He lost out to cancer and our thanks go to those who looked after and cared for him in his final days.
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May 9, 2009
by R Etherington
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Death of Stan Branch
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It with with much regret that I must inform you all of the death of Stan Branch last night, (4th November). He had been suffering for some time with stomach cancer. This was recently followed by kidney failure. Stan joined the Rifle Brigade in the early 60`s and was part of a group of West Indians who came...
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May 3, 2009
by Charlie Sargeant
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Death of Michael Abbott ex KRRC, 2GJ and 2RGJ
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We regret to announce that Michael Abbot died on 7th April 2009. More details including those for his funeral will be posted when known. Michael Abbott`s funeral service will take place at Porchester Crematorium on 24th April at 15.30hrs. Any members of the regimental family local to the area may at...
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Apr 27, 2009
by ace iona maclean
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benjamin warren
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we wanted say a huge thank you to everybody who supported us in our sad time.we will always love and miss him.ben is for me and his two boys justin and bryan a hereo.we hope that those of you who knew him best will take away withsome fond and happy memories of your time together and keep them with you always...
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Apr 22, 2009
by claudia warren with the boys
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Death of ex Serjeant Pete Sherman - 1RGJ
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I have been informed that Pete Sherman 1 RGJ died on about the 26 January in Liskard Hospital of a tumour. Pete served with the Regiment as I recall from Warminster 1960 until Dover 1977, I think he had previous service with the Royal Signals. Funeral arrangements are as follows, 1000 hrs 12 Februar...
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Apr 21, 2009
by Steve Ansell
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