In civilian life Bernie was Landlord of the Trumpet Inn at Merstow Green, Evesham and the Severn View Hotel. MERCIAN VOLUNTEER REGIMENTAL ASSOCIATION, ANDY WILLIAMS,(MAJOR RTD) VISIT TO KIDDERMINSTER. Letters of condolence may be sent to Mrs Carol Silk, c/o Mr I Silk, 17 Park Avenue, Bedford MK40 2LB. FUNERAL ATTENDANCE On amalgamation in 1970 he undertook several training appointments then became Garrison Commander in HQ Northern Ireland before ending his career as a Company Commander at REME HQ Arborfield. Family flowers only. Lyn died on the 30 December in Field House Nursing Home, Radcliffe on Trent, Nottinghamshire. In A Coy Mick saw service in Gibraltar, Libya, Iran and Bulford, UK. For those unable to attend in person, a live Webcast of the funeral can be accessed as follows; https://www.wesleymedia.co.uk/webcast-view. He was a national serviceman who served as RMO 1 Worc R in Worcester 1960-62 including on the emergency deployment to British Honduras for Hurricane Hattie in 1961 where he did valuable work with the local population in Stann Creek (now Dangriga). It is with sadness that we report the death of 23951162 C/Sgt Bernard 'Bernie' Montgomery Horton. While in 1 Worc R he represented the bn at athletics and rugby and in Jamaica at polo. We regret to announce the death on 14 July 2020 of Brigadier RG Silk CBE DL of Worcester aged 78. He has done the groundwork for the new memorial stone in Gheluvelt Park Worcester. At his 100th birthday party last year he recalled:We were queuing on the beach, waiting for the boat. OBITUARIES. GSM Clasp Malaya, UN Cyprus and was discharged on 4 May 1964. Letters of condolence, to his wife Mary and family, can be sent via RHQ. Mo Passed away at home. During the months leading up to the Battle of Dunkirk, Derek took over from the CSgt in charge of paying the mens wages and was appointed Lance Sergeant. There was no ill-discipline during his tour and he was awarded the OBE (though there was a riot under his successor). He was then posted to the Depot of The Cameron Highlanders at Fort George near Inverness before moving to 1st Bn The Gordon Highlanders in Essen in February 1948. I regret to report the death of 22319941 Pte Dennis Tideswell of Bucknall, Stoke on Trent on 11 October aged 88. 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. In retirement Tony moved first to Cornwall and then to Crete where in early 2021 he was diagnosed with inoperable cancer. The wake will be held at the Clock Warehouse, Shardlow DE72 2GL. Ian moved to Guyana in 2002 organising jungle expeditions for a British conservation charity. The details of the wake will be released when known. Worc`s The couple featured on ITVs Love Your Garden in 2019. He discharged from the Army on 22 June 1973. Peterborough Crematorium, Mowbray Rd, Peterborough PE6 7JE. Barry was born in Birmingham on 06/02/1942 . It is with great sadness that I report the death of 23734429 Private David Charles Towle, who David enlisted in Nottingham on 9 September 1959 and was discharged 9 September 1968. For a view of his thoughts and ideas we recommend that you view his websitewww.khakispecs.com Letters of condolence may be sent to his wife Christine and his children, Daniel, Richard and Stephanie at 475 Brookby Road, Blenheim 7272, New Zealand or by email tochris@ntrance.co.nz. Rex served with the 2/5th Bn Sherwood Foresters joining B Coy in N Africa in May 1943 before embarking with it for Italy in September where he took part in the Salerno Landings and other exploiting moves. Letters of condolence may be sent to Mrs Barbara Cheetham, 7 Dale Road, Stanley, Derby DE7 3EY. He then worked for the Council in Kent overseeing the award of contracts before being poached by a company bidding for contracts. Colin was then appointed 2i/c 1WFR from 1984 to 1985 before taking Command of 1 Mercian Volunteers in Wolverhampton until 1988. Pte 23599, 15th Bn Sherwood Foresters. His funeral will take place at 2pm on 8th November 2021 at St Peter's Church, AlstonefieldJohn Wooddisse's elder son is Lt Gen Ralph Wooddisse, recently appointed as Commander Field Army. WR2 5DJ. He regularly took film crews into the Jungle and his most famous client was the actor Tatum Channing. The funeral of Major R A U Richards who died on 9 October will be held at 14:00 hours on 1 November 2021 at St Peter's Church, Church Road, Leckhampton, Cheltenham GL53 0QJ. NG18 5BJ FUNERAL DETAILS It is with regret that we announce the death of 4979330 Sgt Gordon Sugg who passed away on 17 June aged 100. Sarah Graham 18 Merrymans Hill Road, Worcester. In early 1966 when then moved to be Adjutant of 4th/6th Bn The Royal Lincolnshire Regiment. Peteenlisted in 1WFR in 1970 and servedfor 22 yearsduring which he served for some time in the Assault Pioneer Platoon and latterly in the QMs Dept. He left the Army in October 1989 and worked for System Design Evaluation (SDE) Ltd in the defence industry sector until retiring to live in Ipswich, Suffolk. The family have requested representatives from the Association top attend the funeral which will be held in Eastbourne. William Walters. John became OC Training Wing of 1 R Lincolns in Minden in 1958, then OC HQ Company. Mrs Margaret Plant. In retirement he took out a horse training license and enjoyed notable success in national hunt and on the flat from stables in the Cotswolds. After 22yrs service Bernie was discharged on 24November 1984 whilst with 3WFR. After nearly 90 years of British Army service, it merged with The Worcestershire Regiment in 1970. Barry was called up on 1stApril 1943 and spent his first few months training for the Allied Invasion of Europe. It is with regret that we announce thedeath of 23657921 Cpl Trevor Wolley who passed away on 17 June aged 87. It with regret that we inform you that Joseph Joe MANCELL of Chaddeston, Derby, died on 12 February 2021 aged 84. It is with great sadness that I inform you of the death of 4669046 Major E C Dodsworth TD, who died on April 23 2020 in Malvern Community Hospital. In January 1972 he served in MOD before attending the Australian Staff College, followed by a tour as a company commander in 1 DERR. The funeral of Major RAU Richards who died on 9 October will be held at 14:00 hours on 1 November 2021 at St Peter's Church, Church Road, Leckhampton, Cheltenham GL53 0QJ. In 1991, the Battalion deployed to Cyprus. It is with sadness that we notify you that 432312 Lieutenant Colonel Peter Frederick WALTER MBE MC* of Alderney, Channel Islands died on 28 June 2019 aged 91. Patrick's funeral will take place on Monday 17May at 11:40hrs atChesterfield Crematorium, Brimington. Latest Obituaries in Sherwood Park, AB - Echovita In his book he described operations to ambush CT with the late Col Peter Walter. Jim was discharged at Norton Barracks on 08/03/1963.The funeral for 23292499 Pte James 'Jim' BARNES who passed away on Tuesday 12th September 2021 will be on Wednesday 3rd November at 12:15hrs atWorcester City Crematorium, Tintern Ave, Astwood Road Worcester WR3 8HA. Letter of condolence can be sent to Trevor's widow. Ted enlisted into 1stBn The Royal Hampshire Regiment on 9thFebruary 1955 and served in Malaya, Germany, UK and the West Indies. It is with sadness that I inform you of the death of 24245200 Cpl Melvin Speed who died on 12 April 2020 aged 76. Having been the best recruit of his intake in 1955, he became the best NCO of the 7thUS Army NCO Academy,where he won the General Patton award for excellence and was elected the Distinguished Graduate,after which hewas named"The Brain"by the soldiers. In early 1966 when then moved to be Adjutant of 4th/6th Bn The Royal Lincolnshire Regiment. He left the Army after National Service in February 1955 and became a lawyer. Gerald (Aussie) enlisted into the 1st Battalion Sherwood Foresters in the 1950's and served with it in UK, BAOR, Malaysia, Cyprus and NI until transferring to the Duke of Edinburgh's Royal Regiment in 1970. Mansfield Crematorium, Derby Rd, Mansfield. It is with sadness that I report the death of 24252201 Private Philip S Jolly aged 68. Any enquiries should be directed to A Wass Funeral Directors, 8 Priestsic Road, Sutton-in-Ashfield NG17 4EB. She has been a stalwart member of Chesterfield branch and gave her valued support , even through a long illness. The photo above shows John with Sheik Nasser bin Abdulla al Awani, premier Sheik on the Jebel Akhdar at Saiq. He enlisted in 3WFR in Chesterfield and was discharged on 30 April 1993. He enlisted into the Worcestershire Regiment in October 1965. Colonel John Wooddisse DL died on 18th October 2021 after a short illness aged 87. On the 6th April 1812, as the English layed seige to the French Fortress of Badojoz, Wellington's '45th of Foot' stormed the tower. Ians funeral is provisionally set for 3pm on 4thJanuary 2021 at Brimmington Crematorium, near Chesterfield. After thirty-one years'service in the Regiment. It is with great sadness that we inform you that 23445136 Pte John Dennis HUCKVALE of Coventry died on 5 September 2020 aged 83. He is sorely missed by his loving wife of 47 years, Yvonne, sons Mark and Paul, daughter in law Janette and grandchildren Ben and Rhiannon. All association members and Standard Bearers are invited.If anyone has any further information on James military career, they are requested to send it to RHQ Nottingham and the Assistant Regimental Secretary will pass it onto the family. Terry (Tanky) Harrison has just informed me of the funeral details for his Father, Victor Harrison. After training at the Arabic Language School in Aden John joined the Northern Frontier Regiment of the Sultan's Armed Forces in May 1964. Thank you everybody. John Wooddisse enlisted in to the Army at Normanton Barracks, Derby on 3rd February 1952. Donations on the day will be collected for H4H and Zoes Place (a local childrens cancer charity). It is with great sadness that I report the death of 24049042 LCpl Frederick C Newbold. 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:-. It with sadness that we inform you of the death of 485743 Colonel Charles Alan Colin HERON O.B.E. In Civilian life he was a representative, based in the Midland Area for many years with Smith, Kline & French, an American Pharmaceutical Company. In civilian life Mick was director of his own business which was an automotive components company. An archive of First World War research information on soldiers in the Notts & Derby Regiment(Sherwood Foresters). In 1966 a new course appeared,which was soon to be feared by senior NCOs-Brecon. PDF The Sherwood Foresters of 1916: Memories and Memorials No more details are available however due to Covid-19 restrictions there will be no parade. Patrick also served with 3WFR and was discharged on 12 April 1991. In August the 1st and 2nd Battalions of the regiment amalgamated and in 1956 John joined the 1st Bn The Royal Lincolnshire Regiment in Negri Sambilan, Peri and East Johore during operations against the Communist Terrorists (CT). It is with sadness that we inform you of the death of Major Mark H L FARRANT on 19 February 2021 aged 94. Crich - THE MERCIAN REGIMENT He also worked as a general builder, Dave was very passionate about working on his allotment, when a lot of other people would have stopped Dave carried on and was working and gardening up until recently. Pte 266516, Sherwood Foresters. The rules on attendanceare that only immediate family members can attend, that ishusbands / wives / partners, children and their partners. Click or call (800) 729-8809. She has been a stalwart member of Chesterfield branch and gave her valued support , even through a long illness. 425899 Colonel John Wooddisse DL died on 18th October 2021 after a short illness aged 87. He was appointed a Deputy Lieutenant of Hereford and Worcester in 1996. He served at Halesowen, Dudley and Kidderminster. 24276962 Roy W Pearson ( WFRA NEWSLETTER Volume 11 Issue 20 Update) who died on 12 April 2020 and not the 20th as published. He made frequent visits to Gibraltar where he met up with old comrades who reside there. Whilst in post war Munster, he was offered an immediate commission which he refused and Jack left the Army in July 1946. It is with sadness that I report the death of Mrs Karen Sales wife of Gary Sales, ex WFR. Donations in aid of St Richards Hospice. He holds GSM Clasp Malaya and UN Cyprus. Currently David still works full time and also maintains an allotment. Donations to the Countess of Brecknock Hospice, Andover. On exercise, he was very often mistaken for a visiting officer, given his age and smooth accent. The young men of the Sherwood Foresters were not supposed to die on British soil. A service of thanksgiving for his life was held at St Michaels Church, Chagford on Wednes-day 28th July. HERONCharles Alan Colin OBE:Colonel 48574 Colonel Colin Heron OBE of Killyleagh, County Down died on 17 July 2019. He served in Malaya and Cyprus with BCompany 5 Platoon and NI and Germany. After National Service Dave served as a Pte in the Army Reserve from 1955-59. In 1967 he returned to the now renamed 2nd Bn The Royal Anglian Regiment as a Company Commander. We regret to report the death of Major Leslie Preston of Etchinghill, Kent on 25 September 2021 aged 79. Billed as survival expeditions, Ian took clients from every walk of life into the Jungle for long periods to teach, challenge and test new found survival skills. Captain Keith Brian Whittle died on 10th August 2020 after a long and very courageous battle against cancer. This will be followed by private family Burial after the Church service. More details to follow when known. He served initially with 4th Prince of Wales Own Gurkha Regiment in Bakloh in Himchal Pradesh near the border with Kashmir, India. Discharging on 26March 1955. He was later discharged on the 28September 1974. Ian was 60 years old and had been diagnosed with terminal cancer over a year ago. He was also a member of the Ancient Order of Foresters. The family have requested this does not go on facebook. Sherwood Foresters | Military Wiki | Fandom He took part in Operation Goodwood the Battle of Falaise Pocket. He retired from the army in 1994 and worked as a school bursar for some years. Michael served with 1WFRfrom 6 September 1974 to 10 April 1989 and served in Northern Ireland, Germany, Belize and Cyprus. 24276962 Roy W Pearson ( WFRA NEWSLETTER Volume 11 Issue 20 Update) who died on 12 April 2020 and not the 20th as published. After the war he became a State Registered Nurse before being appointed General Manager of The Victoria Hospital until he retired. On Remembrance Sunday, with the aid of a local clergy, Ian held a small service in his nursing home, where he wore Regimental Association attire and paid service to those who had gone before. During the Presentation of New Colours, as custodian,he brought the New Colours on to the Parade. Although severely weakened, Ian made last visits to the Crich Memorial and to the National Memorial Arboretum - Worcestershire and Sherwood Foresters Memorial, where he laid wreaths. WR3 75D. Clive Served with 1WFR. He played cricket, rugby and boxed for the Bn.Funeral details to follow. Who Where Receive obituaries Marilynn Brown April 20, 2023 (85 years old) View obituary Raymond Chater April 23, 2023 (95 years old) View obituary Howard E. Arps St Marys Church, Marychurch Lane , Bucknall. 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 finished his military career as the Quartermaster at Staff College in Camberley, having been the QM at the Depot in Lichfield beforehand. On the promotion of Major Vines; to second in command of the battalion, David was appointed OC of the Company. Letters of condolence can be sent to:- David`s son. He was a lifelong supporter of the regiment and the museum in Worcester. WO1 Served from 1958 - 1984 Served in Sherwood Foresters. Patrick was married to Monica and they had three daughters Deborah, Donna and Emma Jo. As such,he was to become the only soldier on parade who had been on parade in the 1963 Colours Presentation,twenty three years earlier-quitea unique achievement. In 1970 he joined the Abu Dhabi Defence Force (ADDF) where he was 2i/c of A Company of 1st Infantry Regiment before becoming GSO3 (Int) in HQ ADDF where he served until the mid 1970s. He served in Malaya, N Ireland and the UK. 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. BBC - WW2 People's War - History of the Sherwood Foresters In 1989 he was appointed a Deputy Lieutenant for Derbyshire. 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. Sadly, his involvement became more limited as his sight deteriorated and he became confined to wheel chair. 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. Colin is far leftof the middle row in the photograph. James enlisted in the 2nd Battalion Sherwood Foresters 31 October 1941 and he served with it in UK, Africa (Tunisia), Pantelleria (The Italian Malta), Anzio, then moved up to Florence before the Bn moved to Palestine, but James remained in Italy he had been transferred to the Kings Own Royal Regiment (Lancaster) on 5 March 1945. Mick was a dedicated member of Worcester branch and was very proud to represent the branch as bugler. Captain Timothy Dickerson died on 5th June 2020 in Norwich Hospital after a long illness bravely borne. www.obitus.com Username: Wagu2156. Both he and Margaret are sorely missed. 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. The Sherwood Foresters (Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire Regiment) Tony was appointed a Deputy Lieutenant for Devon by then Lord Lieutenant the Earl of Morley in 1991. Jim saw service at B.A.O.R. WR2 6AA, It is with sadness that we report the recent death ofPte Raymond Nicholson who passed away on 25 July 2020 aged 82. Peter was born on Christmas Day 1926. Lichfield. Their names are not remembered on any monument, their deaths unrecorded in the official war records, their sacrifice forgotten. Hugh was the much loved husband of Sue, father of Ian and Christopher, and grandfather of Ruby, Bea, Annie, Edie and Arthur. Letters of condolence, to his wife Mary and family, can be sent via RHQ. I have received a link below for Barrie Symmonds' funeral. He will be missed by all that knew him. He is survived by his widow, Valerie and two daughters, Catherine and Patricia. He served in the MMG and Recce Platoons of 1/Foresters. Courtesy of Michael Briggs. Sherwood Obituaries | Local Obits for Sherwood, AR - Legacy.com He was a company commander in 1 Worc R in Minden and was then appointed Chief Instructor at Mons Officer Cadet School. Two of his sons, Hugh and Benjamin, also served in WFR. After the HSF was stood down in 1992, Richard became involved with The Ton-Class Association (RN) and various local community endeavours. Funeral date and time: Thursday 23July, 14:00hrs. He was one of WFRs outstanding officers He has been ill for some years.. He appears on the Malaya medal Roll and was a awarded a General Service Medal with the Malaya Clasp. Div HQ Lichfield, Cyprus, 1 WFR HQ Warminster, Berlin, Recruiting office Worcester and Finishing his service in Colchester in 1977. Trevor served with Recce Platoon in Malaya and Cyprus andholds the His funeral will take place on Thursday 1 October at St Marys Church, Walsgrave, Coventry CV2 2BG. Barry was also a great and loyal Baggies fan (WBA). FUNERAL DETAILSThe funeral of Major R A U Richards who died on 9 October will be held at 14:00 hours on 1 November 2021 at St Peter's Church, Church Road, Leckhampton, Cheltenham GL53 0QJ. Raymond was born on 2 May 1938 and was a National Service soldier who served with the 1st Battalion Sherwood Foresters. Barry was awarded the GSM NI and UN medals. Results for 'obituary' | Between 25th Mar 1982 and 25th Mar 1982 RM 2M9A0XK - Sherwood Foresters (Notts & Derby) Memorial, Tyne Cot CWGC. The reorganisation of the Army at that time saw John move to the newly formed 1st Bn 2nd East Anglian Regiment before becoming the Staff Captain Q in HQ 12 Infantry Brigade in Osnabruck. He went fromLeeds Barracksto Bestwood Lodge Arnold where he joined D Coy 9th Battalion Sherwood Foresters, he went to France with the B.E.F and was wounded in the legs by shrapnel at Dunkirk when German dive bombers attacked the beach he was later evacuated to England aboard HMS Winchelsea. Barrie enlisted into the Worcestershire Regiment on the 25August 1964. His three years as QM of the 1st Battalion covered memorable years,including as they did all the normal ceremonial of garrison life in Berlin. I have his obituary from the local paper with a photo of him too. He then became Deputy Commander 8 Brigade Londonderry until retiring from the active list. 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. On joining 1 WFR he served in N Ireland and spent his last two years before discharge in 1977 as a QPSI with 1 Mercian. He was a lifelong member of the WRA and in later years MVRA and a supporter of all things Regimental. A few years ago he did attend the Regimental Museum fund raising day in St Helens church. It is with sadnessthat I inform you of the death of 24357724 L/Cpl Michael Dennis Warner, who passed away on 10 February. Bugle, Standards and members welcome to line route. Indeed, these Sherwood Foresters had, in some instances, demonstrated considerable affinity with Ireland. 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. On completion of NITAT training, he deployed with the Battalion to Omagh where he took part in Operation Tantalus in May 1989.
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