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, Cornwall PL12 4AP. The family have asked that military attendance be kept to a managable level, ie: Senior Officers that wish to attend, representation from 1 RIFLES, and any members in UK who knew Richard personally. The Church holds approximately 300 and Richard was well known in Saltash so it is expected that the Church will be packed, please be seated by 1245hrs. Changing facilities with tea/coffee have been kindly offered by a local pub "The Cecil" which is only 20 yards from the Church. VIP parking in the pub car park.
R.I.P.Richard, your duty is done , Stand easy Brother Rfn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning we will remember them. My deepest sympathy and condolences to all of Richards Family and Friends.
To all The Family and Friends of Corporal Richard Robinson, Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time. RIP Richard. From another RIFLEMAN and proud of it.
From Bob and Birgit Wright in Germany ....once a Rifleman always a Rifleman....