| HistoryWargaming | 16 Sep 2013 12:08 p.m. PST |
The service began with the theme music from the Battle of Britain film (Don liked it), then went onto an outline of Don's life. Poverty, to soldier, physiotherapist, medical author, wargaming author, military history, 200 battlefield tours, Rotarian, friend to many. I spoke about Sgt Featherstone's military career, then Chris Scott gave a moving account of his wargaming and battlefield tours. The celebrant included some quotes from the many eloquent reflections about Don made across the Internet. Music included 'My Boy Willie' by the Royal Tank Regiment Band and 'We'll meet again' by Dame Vera Lynn. It concluded with the Last Post and 'Taps' music. A dignified occasion attended by his 2 daughters, 4 grand children and many of his friends. Don, may you rest in peace, we will miss you. |
| galvinm | 16 Sep 2013 12:17 p.m. PST |
Truly, a sad day for us all. Rest well, old soldier. |
 Murphy  | 16 Sep 2013 12:51 p.m. PST |
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| Mooseworks8 | 16 Sep 2013 1:17 p.m. PST |
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| goragrad | 16 Sep 2013 1:21 p.m. PST |
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| Macunaima | 16 Sep 2013 1:21 p.m. PST |
Donald Featherstone… PRESENTE! |
| Yesthatphil | 16 Sep 2013 1:21 p.m. PST |
Thanks for the report, John … R.I.P another pillar of our pastime … Phil |
| M1Fanboy | 16 Sep 2013 1:26 p.m. PST |
Save a place at Fiddler's Green for the rest of us, Don. |
| SECURITY MINISTER CRITTER | 16 Sep 2013 1:28 p.m. PST |
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| Sparker | 16 Sep 2013 2:35 p.m. PST |
Thanks for letting us know. Good to hear he got the send off he deserved. |
| McWong73 | 16 Sep 2013 2:47 p.m. PST |
Well done to those organising the proceedings, sounds like a class send off for a class man. |
| Prince of Moskova | 16 Sep 2013 3:18 p.m. PST |
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| GarrisonMiniatures | 16 Sep 2013 3:20 p.m. PST |
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Joes Shop  | 16 Sep 2013 3:23 p.m. PST |
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| 79thPA | 16 Sep 2013 4:06 p.m. PST |
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| Jamesonsafari | 16 Sep 2013 4:50 p.m. PST |
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| Frederick | 16 Sep 2013 5:50 p.m. PST |
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| Grelber | 16 Sep 2013 6:09 p.m. PST |
A fine send off, indeed! I'm just sorry I never got to meet him.
Grelber |
| Shagnasty | 16 Sep 2013 8:11 p.m. PST |
Thank you for honoring this fine man and great wargamer. RIP. |
| Princeps | 16 Sep 2013 11:23 p.m. PST |
Thank you for the report, much appreciated. I am sure I speak for many who would say that they would have been honoured to attend if possible. |
| tomrommel1 | 16 Sep 2013 11:59 p.m. PST |
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| Bob the Temple Builder | 17 Sep 2013 1:56 a.m. PST |
It sounds as if it was a most fitting tribute for Don Featherstone. A celebration of his long and productive life. May he rest in peace. |
Lee Brilleaux  | 17 Sep 2013 5:26 a.m. PST |
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| Wildman | 17 Sep 2013 3:42 p.m. PST |
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| Edwulf | 17 Sep 2013 5:18 p.m. PST |
Thanks Don. Rest in peace now. |
| Gloria Smud | 18 Sep 2013 1:59 a.m. PST |
I had a little tear in my eye after I read your post HW. |
