I regret to inform you that Michael (MIck) Orrel, White Swan Troop Passed away at 0930 on 17 October 2024. Following consent from his partner and his daughter, life support was withdrawn. Mick passed away without pain or distress.

Funeral arrangements are not known at this time, I will update you when they are.
RIP Mick...

Just back from holiday and what do I find, Tony who has done a splendid job for us all being threatened with "Copyright" infringement. I see some of you are asking "WHO" this person may be. On the basis that we have 3 sites and what is called the "NEW" DENBURY" site has no dispute with Tony then GENTS look no further than the "ORIGINAL AND SAFE SITE FOR YOU GRANDCHILD". I have a somewhat broad experience of "Copyright and IP" law. To make a spurries claim of infringement and threat of legal action will be dealt with by a court with punitive awards. I would strongly advise the gentleman making the accusations to desists with immediate effect. I am to contact Tony separately to find more accurate details of this persons claim of ownership of what he terms as the offending work. When I have this information I will pass it to my IP solicitors who have acted for me over the last 25 years and which is their field of expertise. If any action is forthcoming against Tony from this individual I will assist to defend it.
Tony keep up the good work I will call you tomorrow if that's OK.
Chalky

My Grandson Matthew was born with Down Syndrome 22 years ago last Dec.It is the Down Syndrome 50th Anniversary on 21st March this year(4 weeks time).I have signed up to do a 15000ft Tandem Skydive on that day to raise much needed funds.If you wish to sponsor me and make a donation you can find me on the Just Giving site under Rodneys Page(scoll down till you find me with Matthew and my story).Failing that I am also on the Virgin Money Giving site under Rod Le Couilliard.In anticipation many thanks if you do sponsor me.

Funeral Details of The Late Michael 'Mick' Orrel
Date: 14 November 2024
Time: 1430HRS
Place: Croydon Crematorium, Mitcham Road, Croydon CR9 3AT
Adds: Regimental Ties and Medals for those who wish (family have NO preference)
NoK is hoping that she will be able arrange a video feed with the Funeral Director depending on cost.

There will be drinks afterwards but, the venue is not yet settled.

Note for those who do not know Croydon. The traffic system is a nightmare as is parking.

Gent’s I notice that the site run by Steve Wright is now “Password” protected and that all the information we have donated is now not freely available to us. Not sure how one gets a “Password” to access the site but I bet it will cost money.
I have supported his site for years with Hundreds of pounds but no more.
This is the mail I have sent him this afternoon.
“Please remove all information including photographs pertaining to me from your site. This must include all information (Graduation date, Army Number, date of joining, troop, rank attained and any other personal information held by you.) In addition all photographic material supplied by me which contains my personal image. A full list can be sent if you have difficulty with this task.
I expect this to be completed within 7 days.
This is the same guy that accused me of personal gain for doing things that I have done for Denbury Boys. This is the same “Guy” who borrowed money from to keep his failing business going. This is the same guy who rang me ranting and raving because I was “THICK” as I could not delete someone else’s Emails. “Only the sender can delete their own mail”. I have not spoken to him for over a year and life has been so much better.
Chalky

Vivienne and I had a great time at the 2020 Taunton Reunion. so good to spend time with old comrades and their ladies. Thank you Mike and Sue Butchers for organising the event every year. Regards and best wishes to all. Mike.

George McIntosh has asked me to post this:
Michael's funeral is to take place on Thursday 14th Nov at 2:30pm in the West Chapel, Croydon Crematorium, Mitcham Road CR9 3AT
To be followed by a get-together at The Spread Eagle, 39-41 Katharine St, Croydon CR0 1NX
If you would like to join us, please RSVP by Wednesday 6th Nov

Jim - just to let you know that it did not involve either to the Yahoo Group sites.

Mike and Sue, thanks for a fantastic reunion, we both really enjoyed ourselves. It's just fantastic how friendly and chatty we all were. looking forward to Newton Abbot. All the best, Graeme and Ann.

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