It is with great sadness that I have to inform members that Capt (Retd) Kevin Paul Yarker - Late REME and Serjeant 2LI died on 22 March 2024 aged 68.
Kev, served in the 2LI attaining the rank of Sjt. After leaving regular service Kev took a permanent staff appointment with a REME reserve unit in the rank of Capt. Kev was highly respected by all ranks and an strong member of the Battalion and a member of Leeds branch of our Association. Our thoughts are with Kev's wife Sue, his family, friends and all who knew and served with him.
As the bugle sounds 'No More Parades' and you take your place in the FRV,
your duty done with honour and distinction.
Rest in Peace Kevin.
Cede Nullis.
Association members are welcome to attend both the funeral and the Wake.
Funeral details are:
Date and time - 24 Apr 2024 at 1230 hours
Location - Wear Valley Crematorium, Coundon, Bishop Auckland, DL14 8PE
Bugler - required
Standard Bearer - required if available
Coffin Drape - LI Drape maybe required
Funeral Director - Co-operative Funeralcare, Oakcliffe Cottage, Macmillan Road, Newton Aycliffe, Durham, DL5 4LH. Telephone 01325-300510
Donations to Bugles Association, Veterans Association.
Anyone wishing to send cards or letters of condolence is requested to send them to the Rifles Regional Office at Minden House marked FAO family of Kevin Yarker. Office staff will then forward them to the family.