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Departed Comrades
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Peter Rumble
3rd August 2008
I am very sad to report the passing of Peter on the 3rd August 2008.
Peter served with 36 Regiment in Malta, Germany and
Shoeburyness. He was a First Class Soldier and Senior NCO,
I know many will remember him.
He was awarded the MBE for the work he did in the Regiment.
Peter moved onto the RA Recruiting Troop and became the
TSM of No2 Display Team where he was held in the
highest regard.
On behalf of all who knew and served with Peter we send
our Sympathy to all of his family. Peter was a true icon and
will never be forgotton.
The following is the Notice that will appear in The Times.
RUMBLE Patrick (Peter) BEM passed peacefully away at home in York on 3rd August 2008.
Husband of the late Julie, father to Beverly and Michael and grandfather to Ruth, Tom and Adam.
Much loved and missed by family, friends and comrades.
Funeral Service at St. Andrews Church, Bishopthorpe, York, North Yorkshire YO23 2QG on
Tuesday 12th August 2008 at 2.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to York Hospital
(cheques payable to `Cancer Care Charitable Fund') may be sent c/o Co-operative Funeral Care, Cromwell Road,
York, YO1 6DU. Tel : (01904) 643936
[To be published in the Hull Daily Mail 5th August, York Press 6th August, The Times 6th August]
Afterwards, an invitation is extended by the family to join them at the Marcia Public House, Main Street, Bishopthorpe.
Messages of condolence can be sent to 8 Newlands Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO23 2RT
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Dennis (Uppy) Upperton
SSgt Dennis Upperton sadly died at his home on
5th March 2008.
He served with 25 Fd Regt RA,
36 Hy AD Regt Ra and the HAC.
He fought his final battle against cancer so bravely
and was a soldier and gentelman to the end.
He leaves his wife, Carole, six children and nine grandchildren. He was loved so much and will
be greatly missed.
R.I.P.
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Bert Rough
It is my sad duty to report the passing of Bert
on Sunday 6th January 2008.
Bert served with both 37 and 36 Regiments in
10 Bty from 1965 until 1977.
We all send our sympathy to Sheila and all of the family.
R.I.P.
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 Eric Knott
I am sad to report the passing of Eric suddenly
at North Devon Hospital on the 20th December 2007.
Eric served:
1949-52 & 1957-71,
ex 168, 56 & 111 Bty, D Troop TSM.
We send our sympathy to his Wife Jean and all the family.
R.I.P.
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 Albert (Taff) Davies
It is with great sadness that I announce the
passing of Albert on the 29th November 2007.
Albert had been unwell for some time, and had
delt with his illness with great dignity.
Albert (Taff) Davies was a legend in 36 Regiment
and many will have their own memories of him.
We send our sympathy to Jan and all of the
family at this sad time.
R.I.P.
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 Harry Hanger
I am sorry to report the passing of Harry Hanger
on the 22nd October 2007, aged 62.
Many will remember Harry as 36 Regiment Goalkeeper.
Harry settled in the Pembroke area after his Army
Service and was heavily involved with the local Football and Bowls Clubs. He was held in the highest order
in his community there.
We send our sympathy to his wife Susan
and all his family.
R.I.P.
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 John Cowdrey
In Loving Memory of John Cowdrey
Aka J.C.
A simple man with a heart of gold,
A friend too many is what I was told,
With love deeper than the ocean,
And a heart bigger than the world,
His kindness and joy smoothly entwirled.
His life was for living
But his love was what he was best at giving,
He will always be missed even though he insisted that every day was a new beginning, watching down on who he holds dear,
Waiting until the day he can hold us near.
John Cowdrey
13 May 1957
To
11 July 2007
R.I.P.
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 Nigel (Hoss) Cartwright
It is with great sadness that I announce the
passing of Nigel on Saturday 14th October 2006.
Hoss joined the Army in 1977 and served for
12 years attaining the rank of Bdr. He saw his
service with 111(Dragon) Bty and with 21 Bty.
Hoss was a keen Sportsman, involved with Tug a War, Rugby and Boxing. He was a keen supporter of Manchester United and Sale Rugby Club.
We send our sympathy to Trisha and their
two sons Graig and Daniel.
R.I.P.
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Brigadier D F Ryan OBE
I am very sorry to report the death of
Brig (Paddy) Ryan on the 27th June 2006.
Brig Ryan served as the Adjutant of
36 HAA Regiment in Malta.
We extend our sympathy to his widow
Sue and his children.
R.I.P.
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Bill Sutherland
Ex SSgt (BQMS) Bill Sutherland died after a long
illness on 1st June 2006. He served with the
Royal Navy from 1949 to 1956 and then joined
the Royal Artillery in November 1958 serving
with 36 Regiment RA until leaving in 1975.
He will be sadly missed by
his wife Rita and all his family and friends.
We send our sympathy to Rita and all the family.
R.I.P.
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Pat Daly
After a brave battle with Alzheimers, Pat beloved
wife of Major Sean Daly passed away on the
27th June 2006.
As a first rate army wife, busy mother, dependable
friend and vibrant personality, Pat gave consummate support to Sean throughtout his career.
We send our sympathy to Paddy and the family
at this sad time.
R.I.P.
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Major Arthur Ladd (QM) Rtd
I am very sad to report the passing of
Major Arthur Ladd (QM) Rtd. Arthur served with the Regiment in Duisburg and Shoeburyness.
He was a Gentelman and will be sadly missed
by all who knew him.
We send our sympathy to all his family.
R.I.P.
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Audrey Joyce Black
I am sad to report the passing of Audry on the
3rd February 2006, aged 65 years. Audrey was the
long time Partner of Eddy (Flash) Flanagan who served with 36 Regiment for many years.
We wish to send our sympathy to Eddy at this sad time.
R.I.P.
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John Hall
I am very sorry to report the passing of John
after a long illness. John joined 111 (Dragon) Bty
36 Regiment in early 1974 and stayed with the
Battery until disbandment. He was the Boxing Team Coach and Rugby player.
We send our sympathy to his wife Marian.
R.I.P.
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Aubrey Stephen (Bill) Woodsford
I am sad to report the passing of Bill Woodsford,
aged 85 after a long illness. Bill was once RSM of
36 Regiment in Duisburg.
We send our sympathy to his wife Elsie.
R.I.P.
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 Mervyn (Stubby) Stubbins
I am very sad to report the passing of Mervyn
on the 22nd May 05 aged 49 years. Stubby served
with 10 (Assaye) Bty from 1973 until disbandment.
We send our sympathy to his wife Jackie and
his three children.
R.I.P.
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Rex Nottage
I am very sad to report the passing of Rex after
a short illness when he returned from holiday.
Rex served with 36 Regiment for many years
(1953 - 1976) and served with 168, 56 and
111 (Dragon) Btys.
We pass on our sympathy to all of the family
at this very sad time.
R.I.P.
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Rob (Rocky) Lane
I am sad to report the passing of Rob Lane on the
19th January 2005 aged 63 years. Rob had been suffering
from Cancer. He served with 36 Regiment for many years
and also with the RA Motor Cycle Display Team. I am
grateful to his Grandson Tom for this information.
We send our sympathy to all the family.
R.I.P.
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Harry (Claude Henry) Turpie
I am sad to report the passing of ex WO2 Harry Turpie
on the 2nd January 2005. Harry served for
more than 20 years.
We send our sympathy to his son Robert and all the family.
R.I.P.
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 John Gould
1948 - 2004
It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of John Gould.
John had been suffering his illness for six years which he had bravely borne. John was not only a long standing personal friend of mine,
but also a major part of the success of past RA Recruiting Troop
Reunions of which he was the Assistant Reunion Secretary.
John served with 7th Para RHA, F Troop, 111 Bty, 36 Heavy AD Regt RA and with No1 Display RA Recruiting Troop.
On behalf of all past members who remember John I would like to send
our sympathy to John's wife Louise and all of the family.
And as John would always sign off
'Relax Smile', 'Make Someone Happy', 'I'm gone'
Rest in Peace John, I was proud to have been your friend.
R.I.P.
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Les Abbott
I am sad to report the passing of Les,
he had been unwell for some time.
We extend our sympathy to Pat and all the family.
R.I.P.
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Sam Gosling
I am sorry to report that Sam passed away on the 11th Oct 2004. Sam was TSM of E Troop.
We send our sympathy to all his family.
R.I.P.
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Ian McCartney
I am sad to report the passing of Ian on the
9th Oct 2004 at the age of 51.
Ian served in both 10 & 111 Btys between 1974-77.
We send our sympathy to all the family.
R.I.P.
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Barry Strachan
I am sad to report the passing of Barry on the 23rd Sept 2004. Barry served in D Troop,
Dragon Battery.
We send our sympathy to all his family.
R.I.P.
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Mrs Tess Brown
It is my sad duty to report the passing of
Tess Brown. Tess the wife of Ken Brown
(36 Regt REME) died on the 29th August 2004.
We send our sympathy to Ken and all the family.
R.I.P.
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Mr P Belcher
I am sad to report the passing of
Mr P Belcher who served in 36 Regiment RA.
Our sympathy to his family.
R.I.P.
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 Brigadier Richard Hopkins Purvis CBE
I am sad to report the passing of Brig Purvis.
He commanded 36 Regiment in Duisburg in the 60's.
Our sympathy to his family.
R.I.P.
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 Derrick McVitte
I am sad to report the passing of Derrick on the
27th March 2003 after a long illness. Derrick served with 36 Regiment for many years.
Our sympathy to Marjorie and all the family.
R.I.P.
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Sibylle McDonnell
I am sad to report the passing of Sibylle the wife of Ralph (Tinky) McDonnell. Many will remember her from Stan's Bar and 43 Battery. Sibylle died after a serious illness in Dortmund.
Our sympathy goes out to Ralph and all the family.
R.I.P.
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Alan Horsfall
I have just learnt of the death of Alan in
January 2002.
Our sympathy to all his family.
R.I.P.
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 Lt Col John Boorman MBE
I am sad to report the death of John. He was
a gentleman and will be missed by his friends
and all members of 36 Regiment and the Shoeburyness Branch RAA.
R.I.P.
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 Mick Duval
It is my sad duty to inform you of the death of Mick at the early age of 53. On behalf of all ex members of the Regiment we extend our sympathy to Kay and all the family.
R.I.P.
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Morfydd Ann Mitchell
I am sad to report the death of Morfydd, wife of
Ray (doggy) Mitchell, ex Provo Sgt of 36 Regiment.
Our sympathy to Ray and all the family.
R.I.P.
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Ray (Doggy) Mitchell
I am now sad to report the passing of Ray Mitchell
on the 24th April 2003.
Again all our sympathy to all the family.
R.I.P.
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Maj (QM) Ken Bruton
I am sad to report the passing of Ken Bruton.
Ken was once a member of 60 Bty at Shoeburyness,
and he went onto serve the Royal Artillery for 37 years.
Our sympathy to all of his family.
R.I.P.
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