It is with sadness that we report the death of 23951162 C/Sgt Bernard 'Bernie' Montgomery Horton. Wilkinson, of Portland Square, King St., Barnard Castle, Co. Durham. We have been looking at . Mick was born in Bromsgrove on the 26June 1947. His daughter has stated that this will be his final ride and if anyone wants to join the ride to give him a final send-off; he would love that. He became Devon's longest serving regional secretary for the CLA and on retirement after eighteen years with the association, he was awarded both an OBE for services to landowners, and a Prince of Wales's Award of Honour for services to agriculture, forestry and conservation. He served in NI, Belize and Cyprus during a UN tour and was dischargedon 25 November1992. He returned to 1 WFR as Chief Clerk for 2 years in 1981 as a WO2 before promotion to WO1 at Depot Lichfield, then Infantry Records York. In the meantime the other section, led by 2Lt OW Morris (RAOC attached), tried to outflank the bandits but he was shot dead. He became a very keen golfer at the Whittington Golf Club. Williamenlisted on 11 June 1941 and was transferred into The Border Regiment on 24 August 1942. In 1985 they emigrated to New Zealand where Hugh established a fruit distillery in Marlborough on South Island until the invasion of Iraq occurred when, by his own admission, he became politicised and began a blog heightening awareness of events and of ideas being advanced for the improvement of the global community's contribution to a better future. He had that wonderful ability to motivate others to succeed with his endeavours. Ian leaves behind his daughter, Rachel, grand-daughter Rosie and his friend Anna who was also like a daughter to him. Address for condolences available from Paul Hallett. FUNERAL DETAILS Earl enlisted into the Army, on 6 August on 6 August 1975, as a Junior Drummer at Depot Lichfield. We regret to report the death of Captain WJH Swainson of theWorcestershire Regimentwho passed away on 10 February 2021. His funeral will take place on Thursday 1 October at St Marys Church, Walsgrave, Coventry CV2 2BG. It is with regret that I inform you of the death of Lt Andrew Campbell Rodger who died on 19 March 2019 aged 90. He was called up for National service in 1955 and commissioned in The Worcestershire Regt in June 1956. Daz, the son of WO2 (RQMS) Harry Gilder (SF & WFR),was enlisted intoThe Worcestershire and Sherwood Foresters Regiment on 10 August 1981, prior to the commencement of basic training at the Infantry Junior Leaders Battalion, Shorncliffe on 15 September 1981. DE55 1BH . Junewas adedicated branchmember and always accompanied her husband Derek on all Association events. He worked with indigenous communities throughout Guyana and was a tireless promoter of Guyana Tourism; the Ian Craddock Award for Tourism is to be named after him. It is with sadness that we inform you that 24068896 Pte Michael (Mick) Stanley Graham aged 73 years of Worcester died on Monday 1February 2021 after a short illness. A service of thanksgiving for his life was held at St Michaels Church, Chagford on Wednes-day 28th July. The address is Fulleylove Court, S44 6EZ, and will head to Brimmington Crematorium in Chesterfield for a 15.10hrs start. Major Anthony (Tony) John Bartholomew died in Crete on 15 July 2021 aged 92. The funeral will be held at 10:00 hours on Tuesday 5 November at He spent much of his time leading BBC nature expeditions into the heart of Guyana before starting his jungle expedition company, Bushmasters. He will be missed by all that knew him. When the Battalion was reduced to'Minden Company, he was posted to the DERR,along with W02 (RQMS) Blake,W02 Wheeler and Drum Major Ferris. In 2016 he was awarded the highest honour that the French Government can bestow on a soldier The Chevalier National Order of the Legion of Honour for recognition of his part in the Liberation of France and for his efforts and impact as a British soldier in the alleviation of France from German occupation. Pictures of the disbanded Worcestershire and Sherwood Foresters The family have asked for the standards to be at the service. He served in NI, Belize and Cyprus during a UN tour and was dischargedon 25 November1992. Barry was born in Birmingham on 06/02/1942 . Pte 266516, Sherwood Foresters. He was wounded on 13 December 1916 at Foncqevillers. OBITUARY Private Richard Gleed-Owen of 5 (Mansfield) Platoon, F (Notts Home Service Force) Company 3WFR passed away peacefully on 18 Nov 20 surrounded by members of his family. Cheers again both, Lynne The funeral procession will start at Ians flat at 14.30hrson 4January. Shortly after he joined they moved to Triumph Road Drill Hall where he spent three years before they were re-badged as the1st Btn The Mercian Volunteers. He rejoined the 1st Battalion in Egypt and Cyrenaica in 1952 and was then posted as Staff Captain (A) in HQ 16 Para Bde in Egypt. He returned to the Staff College as COS in August 1989 before promotion to Brigadier and appointment as Commander of 143 Brigade in Shrewsbury in January 1992. Hugh started his National Service with the 1st Battalion and wasCommissioned 2nd Lieutenant The Sherwood Foresters, on 7 July 1956 and promoted toLieutenant with 8th and 5/8th from 1957 to 1963. He attended the Accelerated Freefall Skydiving Course in Dhekelia. After the War he served with the Royal Artillery TA at Kingsway, Derby. In civilian life Peter worked as a plumbing and heating engineer. In A Coy Mick saw service in Gibraltar, Libya, Iran and Bulford, UK. Bernie aged 76yrs passed away after a short illness at Worcester Royal Hospital on 23rdNovember 2020. Letters of condolence can be sent to Bernie`s daughter Claire:-. Clive was a very active member of The Royal British Legion, occupying County and Branch Offices as a member of Cookley and Wolverley Branch of TRBL. Motivated by his beliefs after his tour in the Middle East he resigned his commission but joined the Wessex Regiment (TA) in Southampton and took a BSc in Politics and International Relations at Southampton University followed by a two year course for a Post Graduate Certificate in Education. 1985-11-60. The Worcestershire and Sherwood Foresters Regiment (29th/45th) - Facebook Heserved in Nottingham with D Coy 4 WFR and when they weredisbandedTrevormoved toHQ Coy 3 WFR where he served until 12August 1996. At the end of the course he was posted there to be an instructor,and remained at Brecon as a W02 until 1969. Inmid-1965 he rejoined the 1st Bn in Munster in their new role as a Mechanised Battalion within 6 Mech Bde as the Battalion Second in Command and saw the change from Humber AFV1611s to the then new AFV432. He was also assigned duties as part of Recce and River Patrols, all in contact with German fire. Bernie aged 76yrs passed away after a short illness at Worcester Royal Hospital on 23rdNovember 2020. After just over two years in that post Peter became OIC APC Division at Bordon responsible for training officers and soldiers in AFV432 support. Following leaving the Army, Daz was employed as a SeniorNeighbourhoodWarden with Gedling Borough Council. He joined 1st Battalion The Parachute Regiment in Cyprus where he took part in the Suez Landings in May 1956. Letters of condolences can be sent to : Mrs Muriel Lebeter, The Old Post Office, Cholmondley, Bulkley, Malpas, Cheshire. It is with great sadness Ihave to inform you thatElaine Harrison wife of Csgt Ian 'H' Harrison sadly passed away on the peacefullyin her sleep on 14th February,she served with Ianin the 1st Bn form 1979 to 2003 where she was a very popular member of the regimental family. It is with great sadness that I inform you of the death of Hugh Robert Hamilton whodied peacefully at home on 2 May 2021, aged 83. War Diary 16th Battalion Sherwood Foresters - Unit War Diaries - The completing over 55 jumps including one in France over Saumur in the Loire Valley which nearly ended in disaster when he had to avoid a plane taking off as he came in to land. He was later awarded the George Cross. On return to the UK Tony became Adjutant of the Depot in Derby before rejoining the 1st Battalion in mid 1961 as 2i/c A Company. After thirty-one years'service in the Regiment. Barry was also a great and loyal Baggies fan (WBA). In 2016, he had the honour of having a street Eley Way named after him; whilst still alive. We regret to report the death of Major E A Ireland of Mere, Wiltson 24 January 2021 aged 88. Funeral details to follow. He transferred to the Worcestershire Regt during this tour and was then posted to the Depot at Norton Barracks as a training officer. The funeral of Raymond Leadbeaterwill be on Friday 06 March 2020 at 14:30 atPentre Bychan Crematorium,Pentre-Bychan Rd, Rhostyllen, Wrexham LL14 4EP. John Atkins. Upon discharge, Earl worked for the MPGS and then the Prison Service . A wake will be held at The Festival Inn, Trowell on Saturday 24 August 15:00hrs until 2200hrs, all are welcome to attend. Crich Stand (Sherwood Foresters Regimental Memorial) The later years of his life were dogged by ill health and he was in a care home in Baylham, Stowmarket at the time of his death. He was also well known for visiting local hospitals and singing hymns to the patients as he toured the wards. He left the army following his National Service in 1961 and was later recalled to deploy to Burma and then stood down. Following the Options For Change Defence Review, Ian attended and passed the All Arms Commando course in UK but decided not to transfer to the Royal Marines; he left the Regular Army on 12thJune 1993. Andrew Adkin. In line with the governments measures regarding funerals. In civilian life Barry worked at Headway, Aquired Brain Injury Unit and in his spare time he enjoyed amateur dramatics. Philip was born in 1952and served with1 WFR from 1969 until he was discharged 8 August 1975. After he was released from hospital he was posted to Catterick and transferred to The West Yorkshire Regiment on 14 April 1941. He then became Deputy Commander 8 Brigade Londonderry until retiring from the active list. Public figure BRIGADIER A P WRIGHTThe family of Brigadier Tony Wright wish to thank all those who wrote letters of condolence to them. Tony was appointed a Deputy Lieutenant for Devon by then Lord Lieutenant the Earl of Morley in 1991. A very thoughtful man with an engaging smile and armfuls of patience, he won over the most shirty NCOs and flustered officers. It is with sadness that I inform you of the death of 24095821 Lance Corporal Keith (Bopper) Arthur Footitt who passed away on 25 February aged 71. , Amber valley crematorium, Swanwick chapel, Derby Rd, Swanwick, It is with sadness that we report the death while jogging on 27thJuly 2020 near Lethem Airport, Guyana, Central America, of 526283 Captain Ian John Craddock. After that he progressed into the building trade. LL12 9ET. On completion of the Staff Course he moved to 38 Group RAF as the GSO2(Para) until 1965 when he returned to the 1st Battalion in Colchester as a Company Commander in 19 Inf Bde, then, on conversion to a mechanised battalion, with 6th Armd Bde in Munster. It is with great sadness that I inform you of the death of Hugh Robert Hamilton whodied peacefully at home on 2 May 2021, aged 83. (ieneral Fairbanks moved Nay land in 1965 where he took a keen interest in local affairs. There he was nicknamed"Special K". In 1991, the Battalion deployed to Cyprus. So far, the family have accounted for the full 30, which includes Worksop branch Standard and RBL standard. There will be a drive past and short pause atMansfield Town Football Club at 11:55hrs. Raymond was born on 2 May 1938 and was a National Service soldier who served with the 1st Battalion Sherwood Foresters. David enlisted into the 1st Battalion Worcestershire Regiment in 1950. He was commissioned in 1979 and served successively in 1 Staffords, POW Depot Crickhowell, as OC EL Wing JIB Shornclife and as Chief Instructor Cadet Training Centre before retiring from the army in 1989. A Memorial Service is planned for 2021. We regret to report the death of24412246 L/Cpl Eddie J Noy. Ian moved to Guyana in 2002 organising jungle expeditions for a British conservation charity. He and his wife June settled in Lichfield where he had a role as a RO in Headquarters Prince of Wales's Division. Major L A Preston.

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