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Jim "Rocky" Hudson wrote on May 29, 2007 at 11:27

What a weekend! It was great seeing everyone again, and renewing old friendships. I have just had a weekend that I shall remember for a very long time. I really do feel proud and privileged to have served on such a happy ship. If I wanted to be poetic here, I would say that on the day, it was not raining. It was heaven weeping for the loss of a good ship, and so many brave men.

Jim "Rocky" Hudson wrote on May 29, 2007 at 11:24

Dit 2 A few thankyous are in order, for all the behind the scenes work in organising the Sunday remembrance. Mat Northeast, the whole morning’s proceedings. Splendid Mat, well done. Tony Woodruff, Sam Mac Farlane, Tony Reece and the XO of HMS Edinburgh for the production of the Coventry’s Cross refurbishment CD. Big Doc Savage, for shouting us all into order. Tony Woodruff and Tony Reece for printing and organising the order of service at such short notice. Simon Rouse, for organising the excellent Bugler. Tracy Woodruff, Sam Mac Farlane and of course the Captain for the words that were said. Sid Sudworth, for the collection. The collection raised £275.00. So again, a big thank you to all who contributed. The intentions are to purchase our own flag for Remembrance Days.

Steve Walker wrote on May 28, 2007 at 23:14

Shipmates,what a friday evening,so many and the Supply Dept turned up in force,It was realy good to see you all.The Skipper looked good and like the rest I now have my signed copy of his book.Sunnday was wet like 2005 but we all met and paid our respects to our shipmates still on watch ,the Marine Buglar was a fitting touch to the service very moving.back home now looking forward to retirement.All the best to you all.

brian DOC Savage wrote on May 28, 2007 at 22:03

To Steve Allwood, Steve get in touch Im back in Sutton in ashfield now, would be great to see you again. Doc.

Brian Doc Savage wrote on May 28, 2007 at 22:00

First let say that the weekend was a great success and well done to all involved. It was realy good to see so many of the lads that worked alongside and for me that fatefull day. To thoseof you who may know any of the Stbd POs Mess member whereabouts , please ask then to get in touch, as we where in short supply over the weekend. My main reason in writing this is firstly to thank the city of Coventry for the brilliant severice and reception on Friday the 25th, well done and thank you. For those who said it didnt make the TV it had a fifteen minute spot on Central News on the 26th. The second thing I wanted everyone to know is that now I am working on setting up an assication for use call the Coventry 82, which those who where there over the weekend already know will be open to ALL who served on the COV during her short life. So watch this space for news on how its going and the date for the meeting to elect the committe to run. God bless you all and stay intouch. Big Doc.

Colin Kemp wrote on May 28, 2007 at 20:26

Fabulous day and great to see some old friends unable to make Friday/saturday but have decided its time to devote at least one day a year in the memory of those lost and to catch up with as many of you as possible.

Bob Rowell ex LwemR wrote on May 28, 2007 at 13:10

Managed to get over for the Reunion with Tommy Cooper ex WemO. Brilliant W/end and good to see so many old faces. The Service went well and i think all should be proud. Best Regards to ALL Bob Rowell

mick kieran sec cov rna wrote on May 28, 2007 at 09:26

the city did not forget nearly 400 attended church service 25th may sone of crew attended and we are gratefull. 26 rna and other regimental assns attended. hope your reunion went well. We would love to see a reunion in Coventry some time

Les Howard MEM wrote on May 28, 2007 at 07:36

Hi guys Only managed to make the friday night session but it was fantastic to meet up with so many old shipmates. Ian, are you going to post the QE2 stokers piccy? Was at work on sunday, sorry to have missed it. Hope to see you all again in the future.

Sam MacFarlane wrote on May 27, 2007 at 21:13

Bestest weekend for a long time, so many people not seen for so long. The weekend was great and the service was incredible, always thinking of the guys still on patrol.Saw a trailer for Sea of Fire - scary! Hope it does us justice.

Yorkie Burton wrote on May 27, 2007 at 19:47

Hope all had a safe weekend in Pompey, wish I were there. Seems the BBC screwed up with the timing of "Sea of Fire", my Dad informed me the "England vs Brazil" game is on at the same time, so I doubt the game will be viewed by many football fans who will be watching BBC 2 instead. Sent the BBC an email - telling them to have England re-schedule the game so the fans could actually watch it, no-reply yet though. Busta, email me you phone number, lost the thing - If I had half a brain I'd be twice as dangerous. Looking forward to the photos being posted, it will be nice to see how ugly you've all become since last years phots! Take care shipmates. Yours Aye Malcolm "Yorkie" Burton.

Bill Baker wrote on May 27, 2007 at 16:42

I was the RAF 'interpreter' on the Coventry 25 years ago and have only recently discovered this site. I am very glad its here and also proud and honoured to have served, albeit briefly, with such a fine crew.

Luke eaton wrote on May 27, 2007 at 13:30

I will be raiseing a glass to all them lads who lost there lives. p.s Jack russel can you tell me where i can buy a model of the ship as i have been looking everywhere email on Chicogiz@aol.com.

Nick Nicholson wrote on May 27, 2007 at 12:33

Ex Antrim Greenie whose son is now on HMS Edinburgh serving down South. Just to say that the crew of the Edinburgh have restored the croos to its original state.Also it is on the front page of Penguin News(Friday 25th May) God bless all those down there on eternal patrol.

Paul Roberts (robbie) MEM wrote on May 26, 2007 at 20:18

Unable to make this weekend due to work, thinking of you all and our mates still on patrol, will be in london on june 17

Jock Bruce(AB R) wrote on May 26, 2007 at 17:53

We will never forget our fallen shipmates

Toby Owen wrote on May 26, 2007 at 16:00

What a great evening last night, fantastic to see so many old faces, many of whom hadn't changed a bit, hopefully this won't be the last time we will all get together. Also it was really great to see the old man turned to with his wife. Sadly I won't be able to make the service on Sunday, but be assured you and those who are still on patrol will be in my thoughts. Have a great time tonight and hopefully I will see many of you on the 2/3 June in Gosport or on the 17th in London.

Ian Luff wrote on May 26, 2007 at 08:58

What a fine evening on the 25th, so many rekindled memories and much missed faces (albeit most a little more plump). I personally had a great time as I am sure we all did. Superb to see the Skipper there, thank you Sir. I am indebted to Toby for badgering me to go, thanks mate. Is there an official point of contact for ex Coventry? I would like to contact a few people that weren't there.

Ginge & Kirsty Hiscutt wrote on May 25, 2007 at 22:19

Message for Jack Russell AB(M). Please get in touch as we would like to meet up again after so many years. We served on HMS Manchester. Ginge Hiscutt

Lwem(o) George Cant wrote on May 25, 2007 at 21:04

I raise my glass to all those who served on HMS Coventry 25 years ago. Thinking of everyone today including our shipmates from HMS Aurora who stepped in at short notice. But most of all im thinking of the Shipmates Still on patrol and for the families they left behind!