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moved back to England where he spent his final two and a half years in Newcastle, being visited by his wider family, and his many friends and admirers. He died peacefully in late November 2023; and in early 2024 his family returned Alan to Marienloh, where he now rests alongside Marita.
Alan Bulman sits alongside the very best. At one level, when standards so required, he was a tough and uncompromising soldier. Yet, on another level he was in so many respects a humble man, modest, unassuming, with a great sense of humour; a talented soldier and sportsman; a wonder- fully loving and caring husband; a loyal and true friend to many; a proud Geordie; and above all, a man of enduring kindness and unshakeable integrity. RJ
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Mr L L S Cruse
Served: 1956-59 Died: 26 Nov 23.
We were informed by his son Sam that his father Lance had sadly died aged 85. Born in the New Forest. Lance joined the army in 19 56
and after completing his basic training he joined the Regiment at Ipoh in Malaya and also saw service in Northern Ireland. After completing 3 years service Lance decided to leave the Army and settled in Kent. Lance was very proud of his service with the Regiment and visited Home Headquarters on 1 June 2016 with his wife Ann. For many years he would travel to Hyde Park from Folkestone to take part in the annual Cavalry Parade. Proud of his service his coffin was dressed with the 15/19H flag and he leaves behind his wife Ann and their family.
Mr R C T Tennant Served: 1996-05 Died: 13 Jan 23.
We were sadly alerted on social media that Russel “Jack” Tennant had sadly died aged 52 years of age. With the initials
of “RCT” there was only one Corps Jack could enlist into and that was the Royal Corps of Transport. He joined Junior Leaders in 1987 and served for 4 years that included a deployment to Kuwait and Iraq
Mr E G Pearce
Served: 1960-74 Died: 30 Dec 23.
Born in Ipswich, Suffolk, in 1934, Ted witnessed his brother Fred serve in the Army in Malta and his sisters, serve in the local Land
Army during World War II. This experience prompted him to join the Army later in life. Whilst at Northgate Grammar School, Ipswich (1946-53), Ted showed both his intelligence, musical ability and sporting prowess, breaking records for athletics and cross country, whilst also representing Ipswich Town boys against Frankfurt Boys after the end of the second world war. Choosing not to pursue a career in football, with Ipswich Town, Ted, joined the army, from 1953 -56 serving in The Royal Signals 1 T R, at Catterick Garrison, Yorkshire, where he achieved the rank of Sgt; Radio Mechanic. Regt. Drill & Weapons Training. In 1956 he moved to Comcan Signals Regt. Droitwich as Sgt. Shift Superintendent. After being demobbed later that year, he was recalled after just 2 days as the Suez Crisis erupted with the British/French/ Israeli Invasion of Egypt.
It was whilst at Catterick, that Ted met his wife Pam, who was working in the office administering soldiers pay. After having married in 1955, starting a family from 1956 to 1960, Ted tried an alter- native career, as a microbiologist at Glaxo Laboratories in Barnard Castle, but subse- quently rejoined the army in 1960, serving in the 15th/19th The Kings Royal Hussars (R.A.C.) 1961-74.
During this time Ted, enjoyed many varied roles, whilst being stationed in Oldenburg, Delmenhorst, Munster and Fallingbostel, Lulworth, Tidworth and Catterick, including as Musician in the Regimental Band (Mostly Trumpet),
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on Op GRANBY. After he left the Army he joined The Queen’s Own Yeomanry and after a few years in civi street he re enlisted and joined the Light Dragoons in 1996 and joined the Regiment in Hohne. He saw service with the Regiment in Bosnia and and returned with the Regiment to Swanton Morley in 2000. In 2005 Jack decided to leave the Army for the second time and settled in Gateshead. In recent years Jack had worked in security at the RVI in Newcastle and at the time of his death he was a student nurse at Newcastle University. Jack is survived by his 4 children and other family members and will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
Gunnery Instructor, Tank Troop Sgt; and Officers Mess Steward, before, completing his service in recruitment as Careers Advisor (Bishop Auckland 1968/69 and Darlington 1970/74), resigning in 1974, terminating service December 1974 with the rank of Staff Sargeant.
Ted, Represented the Army in Cricket, Athletics and Football teams and remained a life member of the Royal Signals association and Army Cricket Umpires Association.
Ted, worked for a short while in Local government managing the local swimming baths and sports centre facilities before retiring due to ill health. Always, passionate about his music, Ted played piano, trumpet and trombone with many bands around the northeast of England. Ted leaves behind sons, Steven and Alan and daughter, Pamela as well as many musicians, who will miss his organisation, dedication and professionalism.
LADIES
Mrs Heather Balmain
Died 24 March 2023 aged 95. Widow of the late Col Mac Balmain OBE who served 15/19Hfrom 1934-61 and was the step mother to Lt Col Stewart Balmain who also served 15/19H from 1964-93.
Mrs Gwyneth Williams
Died 19 Dec 23 aged 91. Wife of the late Mr Leslie “Taff” Williams who served 15/19H from 1971 to 75.
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Mr S F Horn
Served: 1991-99 Died: 6 Aug 23.
Sean joined the Army aged 16 in 1991 and joined Junior Leaders Regiment, Royal Armoured Corps at Bovington in Dorset. After completing his basic training he joined 15th/19th The King’s Royal Hussars in Detmold, Germany in 1992and served with D Squadron. However he was not to stay in Detmold for long as the Regiment amalgamated with 13th/18th Hussars to form The Light Dragoons on 1 Dec 92 and moved to Hohne again in West Germany. Sean was exceptionally fit and was selected