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It is with great sadness that I am writing to inform you of the passing of my father Captain(retd) Peter John David Russell
31/10/1934 passed peacefully 17/3/2024
My father was a proud member of the RFA in his early career and spoke of it many times and the important role it played in his life.
His funeral and burial will take place at St Mary and St Radegunds church Postling Kent on Monday 8th April 2024 at 2.30 pm .
With a Celebration of his life afterwards at Etchinghill Golf Club .
If any members would like to attend please could they let me know just for catering numbers My father requested no flowers but donations to MSSC, Marine Society and Sea Cadets, The Misson to seamen.
Kind regards
Nicola Trimble
trimblefamily@gmail.com
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