RFTWDave 
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| 03 Sep 2006 7:26 PM |
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Flight Lieutenant Gareth Rodney Nicholas killed in Afghanistan
3 Sep 06
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is with deep regret that the MOD must confirm the death of Flight
Lieutenant Gareth Rodney Nicholas, who was killed following the crash
of a Nimrod MR2 aircraft in Afghanistan on Saturday 2 September 2006.
![Flight Lieutenant Nicholas [Picture: Cpl D Lowe]. Opens in a new window.](http://www.mod.uk/DefenceInternet/Templates/GenerateThumbnail.aspx?imageURL=/NR/rdonlyres/6C9673B7-D415-4906-BEEE-17D68DDEDF92/0/FltLtNicholas.jpg&maxSize=210)
Flight Lieutenant Gareth Rodney Nicholas
[Picture: Cpl D Lowe]
Flt Lt Gareth Nicholas, Weapons Systems Officer (Air Engineer)
Gareth, 40, from Redruth, Cornwall, was a seasoned maritime
aviator, an experienced professional Weapons Systems Officer and a
former acoustics operator.
Over the years, Gareth's cheerful
and easy-going nature made him many friends in the maritime fleet and
in the wider community. As an adventurous water-sports enthusiast, he
was the RAF Waveski Champion several times and enjoyed canoeing and
windsurfing.
A devoted husband and loving father, he leaves behind his wife Helen and daughter Athena.
Shortly after the incident RAF Kinloss Station Commander Group Captain Chris Birks said:
"I am very deeply saddened about the deaths of twelve air crew from
Royal Air Force Kinloss in a Nimrod accident over Afghanistan. All
twelve were from Number 120 Squadron based here at Kinloss. All were
long serving and experienced air crew and were known to me personally.
"As well as first class personnel these were colleagues and friends
of myself and my other personnel. The station is in mourning. The main
priority now is to provide support for the families of those lost,
their friends and colleagues. Our thoughts and prayers are with them."
Officer Commanding 120 Squadron, based at RAF Kinloss, Wing Commander Martin Cannard, added:
"120 Squadron has suffered a profound loss. We have lost good
friends and colleagues, many known personally to us over many years. I
have been humbled by the commitment and determination of all of my
people to do all that they can for those that have lost loved ones and
friends and this will be our sole focus in the coming days." |
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mailman
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West Branch, MI - Michigan Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Ride Captain
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| 07 Sep 2006 5:56 PM |
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| Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of Flt Lt Gareth Nicholas. Rest in Peace Airman. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
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PCFD5246
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Winter Haven, FL
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| 08 Sep 2006 7:41 PM |
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I thank you for your faithful service. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends. May God grant you Peace and Comfort. You are remembered at every ride briefing I attend and will continue to be.
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I honor and respect those who answer the call to change the world and give other nations, and their citizens, the chance to live free and establish a free government, it is their blood and sacrifice that writes the history of the world today.
LET THEM NEVER BE FORGOTTEN
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wheatfield
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Rural Butler Co., west of New Hartford, Iowa
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| 09 Sep 2006 12:01 AM |
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| As I read the brief statements about the men of 120 Squadron, such as Flt Lt Gareth Nicholas, the magnitude of the loss suffered by the family and friends is beyond my simple powers to grasp. I am left with nothing but admiration for his accomplishments and service, and sorrow for his loss. May God Bless his loved ones, and bring them peace. |
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82nd_Airborne_Dad
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Laramie, Wyoming
" God's Country "Retired National
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| 13 Sep 2006 5:17 AM |
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| Rest in Peace and God bless Flt Lt Gareth Nicholas . . . AMEN |
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ItsButaDream55
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Anderson, Indiana Forum Moderator
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| 16 Sep 2006 6:24 PM |
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| I offer my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Flt Lt Gareth Nicholas, and my sincere gratitude for his service and sacrifice in the War on Terror. May he rest in peace, and may God give comfort to his loved ones. |
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SO NIGH IS GRANDEUR TO OUR DUST
SO NEAR IS GOD TO MAN
WHEN DUTY WHISPERS LOW,
THOU MUST!
THE YOUTH REPLIES, I CAN!
Ralph Waldo Emerson
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Ruffy
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Flag Support Unit Mulberry, Ks.
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| 26 Sep 2006 5:00 PM |
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I offer my deepest condolences and heartfelt prayers to the family and friends of this brave soldier. Thank you for your support in the war on terrorism. Your sacrifice won't be forgotten.
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Flag Support Unit
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B.J.
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Colorado Springs, CO.-USA
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| 12 Nov 2006 9:49 AM |
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| We thank you for your service and sacrifice, it is appreciated beyond words. Rest in Peace and GOD Speed.
With the utmost Respect!
(RAF Upper Heyford 1974-1976, USAF) |
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B.J. Ondo
Colorado Volunteer of the "NATIONAL" PGR
USAF: 1973-1977|USN: 1977-1979
Viet-Nam ERA & Cold War Vet
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"It is our greatest honor to serve our country in times of peace, It is our Solemn duty to serve our country in times of war" -Ronald Reagan
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cannoncl
Posts: 249
Weatherford Tx
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| 13 Nov 2006 10:27 PM |
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| Thank you for your service. Peace and strength to family and friends of this hero. |
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lynx36
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Galesburg, IL
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| 15 Nov 2006 7:14 PM |
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Flt Lt Gareth Nicholas,
Your country joined ours in the war against terror.
Together we will win each battle and eventually the war. This is because
of brave men and women like you who serve their countries with distinction.
To say Thank You for your service seems insufficient, but it is from
the bottom of my heart. This world will be a better place one day
because of people like you. You are a Hero.
My sincerest condolences to your loved ones.
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Terry Hicks
West Central IL Senior Ride Captain
Vietnam 67-68
Member CP
"We have gone forth from our shores repeatedly over the last hundred years and put
wonderful young men and women at risk, many of whom have lost their lives, and we
have asked for nothing except enough ground to bury them in." Colin Powell
LAND OF THE FREE, BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE. |
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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 7093
Bonita Springs, FL
Ride Captain
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| 30 Nov 2006 9:31 PM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of this Fallen Hero.
May you rest in peace. |
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Joan "PGRLabLuvr" Colosimo
Florida Ride Captain
PGRLabLuvr@patriotguard.org
239.250.0015
Proud USAF Blue Star Mom
(T)Sgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark McIntosh
Proud Grandma of AF Brat Emma Marie McIntosh
Standing the Flagline in Memory of:
Ed "oldiron6" Barrett
Jack "jacklok" Loken, Jr.
Mike "deltoid79" Bland
Throughout the centuries there were men who took first steps, down new roads, armed with nothing but their own vision.
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DFG
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Somersworth, NH
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| 01 Dec 2006 7:25 AM |
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My sincerest and deepest sympathies to the family of Flt Lt Gareth Nicholas
O Lord, into your hands, we humbly entrust our brother.
In this life you embraced him with your tender love;
deliver him now from every evil and bid him enter eternal rest.
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Don Gelinas
Somersworth, NH
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Uffda
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Wonder Lake, IL
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| 30 Dec 2006 4:14 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of British Forces 120 Squadron- Flt Lt Gareth Nicholas. May God help you though this difficult time and sorrow. Know your son was and is a Hero to us all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. He will never be forgotten.
Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms, Gareth. |
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690MedCo
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Huntington Beach, CA
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| 11 Aug 2007 11:22 AM |
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Thank you Flt Lt Gareth Nicholas for your dedicated service and sacrifice to defend freedom!! We send our condolences to the family and friends of this young soldier. Rest in peace.
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Glen Owsley
SP4 U.S. Army 1976-1979
Medical Specialist
690th Medical Co (amb)
34th Medical Btn
Ft Benning, GA
U.S. Army Reserve (IRR)1979-1982
Patriot Guard Rider
Leave No Veteran Behind!
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God. Matthew 5:9
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"Wookie"
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Olympia, WA
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| 29 Oct 2007 5:31 PM |
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Our Sincere Condolences to the Family and Friends of Flight Lieutenant Gareth Rodney Nicholas!
Our heartfelt Prayers for Comfort and Strength during this time
of Remembrance for your Loved One !
We “Thank You” for a Hero who has served us so faithfully! |
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Jasper54
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Columbus, Ohio
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| 16 Jan 2008 9:37 PM |
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| My prayers and condolences go out to the family of Flt. Lt. Nicholas. |
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Be not forgetful to entertain strangers; for thereby some have entertained angels unawares. Hebrews 13:2 KJV
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Iran/Iraq War Veteran 1988
Veteran of Foriegn Wars, Life Member
Double Blue Star Dad
United Christian Faith Ministries Chaplain
Christian Motorcycle Association, Life Member
Riding in honor of:
Sgt. Millard Archy, US Army, WWI, Purple Heart - Exposed to mustard gas.
Sgt. Alva Pete Osborn, US Army, WWII, KIA - France.
Seaman Bob Schneider, US Navy, WWII, Purple Heart.
T/Sgt. Russell Casto, USAF Congo Revolution, Viet Nam.
Sgt. Ron Casto, USMC C.A.P. Viet Nam 1966.
My son, SPC Sean Casto, TennANG. Iraqi Veteran
My daughter, Spc. Angela West, US Army
SrA Micah Burgess, US Air Force, Afghanistan Veteran
In Honor and Memory of Ten HMLA-267, MAG-39 Marines who Answered the call and made the ULTIMATE SACRAFICE while ensuring the safety and security of our nation:
Lt. Col. Knott
Capt. Dillon
Capt. Dolvin
Capt. Hurley
Capt. Cronin
Sgt. Kilkus
Sgt. Keller
Cpl. Romei
Cpl. Monahan
LCpl. Adams
And ALL of our Military Men and Women from ALL Wars who have answered that call and have paid the ULTIMATE PRICE in the battle to defend our nation. |
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Mr.Black
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Mesa, Arizona USA
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| 25 Jan 2008 6:09 PM |
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To the family and friends of Flight Lieutenant Gareth Rodney Nicholas, who proudly served as a Weapons Systems Officer (Air Engineer) in the Royal Air Force, British Armed Forces, my deepest and sincere condolences for your loss of this great British Hero.
Gareth's dedicated service to his country while in Afghanistan, will be remembered with the honor of his commitment and his ultimate sacrifice.
Vaya Con Dios Gareth, rest in eternal peace. |
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