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Death of Alan Seal, KRRC, Australasian Branch
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We regret to announce the death of Alan Seal, KRRC. Alan died on 14th April after a long illness with cancer. He was 88 and in addition to the KRRC also served with the British Commandos between 1938 AND 1950 and with the Australian SAS from 1951 to 1966. He was highly decorated and will be sadly missed by...
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Apr 15, 2009
by Malcolm Donnison ex 3 rgj
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Death G.H Maufe, MC Ex KRRC 1942-1946
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We regret to announce the death of G.H Maufe who died on 8th April 2009. Funeral details will be posted here when known. By kind permission of the Daily Telegraph Garry Maufe, who has died aged 86, earned an MC for his dashing relief of a besieged unit at Mezzano in Italy. Given to shouting "Aren'...
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Apr 10, 2009
by Malcolm Donnison ex 3 rgj
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Death of Ken Wilson, ex 2RGJ
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We regret to announce that Ken Wilson died on 2 March. Ken was predominately 2RGJ throughout his (broken) service and was also uncle to the 2RGJ McCartney bros. Funeral 14th March 2009 1000hrs Chichester Crematorium Post Code BO19 7UH Phone no 01243 781816
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Death of Capt John Barroll ex KRRC & Oxf&Bucks 1945-47
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Capt John Barroll died on 28 March 2009 aged 84. a. Service of Thanksgiving on Wed 8 Apr 2009 at 3pm at St Andrews Church, Sonning-on-Thames, Nr Reading RG4 6UR. Please be advised that parking is difficult at the church. b. No Flowers, donations if desired to the Royal British Legion c/o AB Walk...
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Apr 5, 2009
by Roy S. Brown, Ex 3RGJ
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Death of Colonel John Baker
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It is with regret that I write to inform you that Colonel John Baker died earlier this morning. He would have been 85 in May. Letters of condolence to : Mrs Daphne Baker, Sutton Manor, Sutton Scotney, Winchester, Hants SO21 3JX. The funeral of Col John Baker will be at 2.15 pm on Wednesday 8 April at Basi...
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Mar 23, 2009
by Malcolm Donnison ex 3 rgj
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Death of Maurice Gibbs ex RGJ
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We regret to announce that Maurice Gibbs died on 12th March. He worked volutarily in the Museum and would often drive up from Kent to put in a days work at the Museum for no wages or reward. Details of his funeral will be posted as and when known
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Mar 19, 2009
by Anonymous
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Death of Colonel David Wood MBE (Pegasus Bridge Veteran)
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We regret to announce the death of Colonel David Wood who was one of the last remaining veterans of Pegasus Bridge. Looking at the (not very good) oil of ?Pegasus Bridge? you will see a figure leading the charge across and crumpling. That is Colonel Wood. During that charge he was hit by a machine pisto...
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1 Rifles Fatalities - Cpl TJ (Tom) GADEN, LCpl P (Paul) UPTON, Rfn JD (Jamie) GUNN
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It is with great sadness that I must announce that 25133489 Cpl TJ (Tom) GADEN, 30047957 LCpl P (Paul) UPTON, and 30036244 Rfn JD (Jamie) GUNN, all 1 RIFLES, were killed in action whilst on escort duty on OP HERRICK in Afghanistan on 25th February 2009. Funeral Arrangements Cpl TJ Gaden The funeral o...
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Mar 8, 2009
by Roy J Hurley ex 1RGJ
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Death of Capt GW Morgan-Grenville - Rifle Brigade
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We regret to announce the death of ex Captain Gerard Morgan-Grenville, Rifle Brigade. He was aged 77. The following is added to avoid any confusion with this Morgan-Grenville and one who served in 1RGJ in recent years. The great-grandson of the last Duke of Buckingham and Chandos, who lost the famil...
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Mar 6, 2009
by Malcolm Donnison ex 3 rgj
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Death of Mickey Ingall
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Ingall.- Mickey died in a tragic accident at Corsock Loch on 28th of February 2009, aged 67. Beloved husband of Jane, father of Alistair and David. Local funeral at Corsock. Memorial Service in London on Monday 6th April, 12 noon, at Holy Trinity Brompton. At the time of his death Mickey was continuin...
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Mar 4, 2009
by Malcolm Donnison ex 3 rgj
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Death of Michael Pottage Ex 3RGJ
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Death of michael (mick) pottage formerly of the Royal Green Jackets .... a true friend and brother will be sadly missed by all Edited by DWM. Our thoughts are with Michaels family and friends at this sad time. Celer et Audax.
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Mar 1, 2009
by GrahamTurnbull
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Obituary - Major (Retd) Tony Rolt MC (The Rifle Brigade)
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(By kind permission of The Times) Even in his Eton schooldays it seemed likely that Tony Rolt would become famous as an amateur motor racing driver. Aged 18, he came fourth in his class in the annual 24-hour sports car race at Spa-Francorchamps, Belgium, in 1936, and a year later won the British Empire...
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Feb 24, 2009
by Roy S. Brown, Ex 3RGJ
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Death of Terry Brooks, ex 1RGJ Band
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We have just learnt that, sadly, TERRY BROOKS ex-1 RGJ Band passed away, following a short illness, last Sunday (8th February) Condolences go to Sandy and the family at their sad loss "Another good mucker leaves us" Funeral will take place at 12:00 - 13:00 on Tuesday 24th February at: Sout...
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Feb 21, 2009
by Malcolm Donnison ex 3 rgj
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Death of Rifleman Kevin Hessey
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Kevin lost his battle with cancer Monday 26th January 2009. Funeral Monday 9th February, West Herts Crem WD25 0UU at noon.
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Feb 10, 2009
by Anonymous
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Death of Cpl Daniel Nield, 1 Rifles
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Cpl Daniel Nield, 1 RIFLES was Killed in Action on 30th January 2009. Details of his funeral follows....... The Military funeral of Cpl Danny Nield will take place on Thursday 12th February at 1430 hrs at the following location: Cheltenham Cemetery Bouncers Lane Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL5...
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Feb 6, 2009
by DEL HURDING
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Death of Ex Bugle Major John Powell - Eulogy by Major Ron Cassidy MBE
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It is with the deepest regret that I write to inform you that Bugle Major John Powell died at 0735hrs this morning. The Funeral of Bugle Major John Powell R.V.M. This will take place at St Bartholomews Church Newton Road, Ipswich 1P3 8HQ at 10 am on Friday 16 January. Cremation will follow the Funeral...
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Death of Peter Vallentyne ex 2RGJ & Long serving member of 4RGJ
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Peter passed away on Monday 1st october after a long illness. As soon as I know of the funeral arrangments I will post them on this site.
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Jan 25, 2009
by Anonymous
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Fatality in 1 RIFLES
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Corporal Richard Robinson of 1 RIFLES was killed in action on Saturday 17th January in Afghanistan, 3 other members of the patrol were injured when they were attacked by the enemy with RPG and small arms fire. His funeral will take place on 4th February 2009 at St Stephens Church, Saltash, Corn...
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Jan 22, 2009
by robert coulson (geordie) 3RGJ
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Death of Sgt Albert Tuthill
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Albert Tuthill who served with 1KRRC/2KRRC/50&51 Middle east Commando in WW2 has died. His funeral will be at Eltham Crematorium, South-East London on March 20th at 12 noon. All welcome.
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Jan 22, 2009
by FROM THE FAMILY OF ALBERT
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Death of Harry W Andrews - 11th Bn KRRC 1940-1945
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We regret to announce the death of H W Andrews, (Andy) to his friends. He died over the weekend at the age of 92. He was resident at a Nursing Home in Essex at the time of his death. During his WW2 service he served in Italy and Greece.
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Jan 20, 2009
by Anonymous
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