Following the sad announcement that Major John DIMOND MC (86) who served between Oct 1944 - Feb 1979 with The 1st Dragoons (The Royals) and then The Blues and Royals had passed away on 20 August, I can now confirm the funeral arrangements.
A Service of Thanks Giving will be held at 12 noon on Tuesday 31 August at Christ Church, Rossett, Wrexham (nearest post code The Alyn, Station Rd, Rossett LL12 0HE) followed by a family committal. Donations to the Army Benevolent Fund (The Soldier's Charity).
The condolences of the Regiment and Association go to his widow, Jean, daughters Susan and Amanda and four grandchildren at this difficult time.
PF Stretton
My sincere condolences to Mrs Dimond and all the family at this sad time.
ReplyDeleteKeith Shaw.
Condolences to his family.
ReplyDeleteRest in Peace.
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Paddy H
Sorry to say i wont be able to attend the funeral but rest in peace old soldier
ReplyDeleteOur sincere condolences to all his family and friends at this time , RIP sir
ReplyDeletejohn(jp)
I wish to say that Clal Card and I with spouses went to the Funeral service today of Maj., John Alexandre Dimond MC.
ReplyDeletePacked church realy good send off for the Gentleman.only us two ROYALS there,there was one serving member (Blue and Royal) and a Musician representing the Regiment.
Most of the folks there were friends of Johns after he retired.
Both of us glad we said our goodbyes to him..
Bri/Clal
Brian,Clal,
ReplyDeleteMany thanks for attending on all our behalfs,great to know that two of the Regiment were present,"Jack" Dimond was a great guy,a real Royal,and one who earned respect from us all.Condolances to his family.
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Don
It's good to know that the regiment was represented at Maj. Jack Diamond's funeral. He will not be forgotton by those who served with him.
ReplyDeletePaddy
Brian and Clal you done us proud many thanks
ReplyDeletederek
May I also thank you and Clal for your attendance,
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