Neil Lowe (Cpl), ex 1KOYLI - 1954 to 1963
It is with much regret that I have inform you that Neil Campbell formerly (LOWE) passed away on Sat 20 Jan 2017. His son, Gordon, writes "my father was a very proud man who loved to inform every of his service to the Queen with KOYLI. During his career he served in KENYA, ADEN and CYPRUS".
I was contacted by Gordon, last year, about a surprise for Neil's birthday. Some of you may remember the picture of a very proud Neil holding a KOYLI birthday cake. RIP Neil your duty done and you can join your KOYLI brothers in the final RV. CEDE NULLIS.
The arrangements for Neil's funeral have been confirmed:
Date and time: is 8 Feb 2017 at 1400Hrs
Location: is All saints Church, WELLINGBOROUGH, Northants, NN8 1HF
Bugler: requested by the family.
Standard Bearer: requested by the family. Association Secretary is sorting meeting the families request.
Gordon wrote "it would be the ultimate send off for this Ex Military man who never a day went by with out him mentioning his proud service with the Kings Own Yorkshire Light Infantry". The funeral will be in Wellingborough, Northants. If there are any former KOYLI in this part of the country please let me know.