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Nick B · Bugle Major Joined: 12 Jan 2006 Posts: 824 Location: Deal

Dave was one of the best, and a true Royal Marine through and through.

I had the honour of serving with Dave in Staff Band and then on leaving the corps at Eurotunnel.

Our condolences got to Yvonne and all the Family.

RIP Dave a true Gentleman.

Nick & Pat Buckley

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mahler1 · In Basic Training Joined: 19 Jul 2008 Posts: 25

Another member of our remarkable family bids a fond farewell to all. As Nick says "Dave was one of the best", the epitome of a Royal Marine and a gentleman, he will be missed by all who where fortunate to have known him. My condolences go out to Yvonne and all the Family.

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charles laws · Term 5s Passed Joined: 02 Jul 2007 Posts: 68

Its a sad day to hear of the passing of Dave Buchanan possibly the smartest looking Drum Major I ever had the pleasure of serving with in the FOSNI Band. Always treated people like human beings and helped you out when you asked him. My condolences to his family.

David Duxbury-Williams · Posted: Sat Oct 04, 2008 12:48 pm Post subject:

I served with Dave several times but will always remember him for the times we spent at the annual Sergeants Mess Pantomimes in Deal doing the backstage work.
Great guy and professional in everything he did.
RIP David and condolences to his family.

bootybandy · Posted: Sat Oct 04, 2008 2:44 pm Post subject:

Anyone that had the pleasure and privilege of having served with Dave Buchanan must be mourning the loss of such a great man. Not only was he exceptionally smart, but he was also a true gentleman in the way in which he dealt with all matters relating to his subordinates. He will be sorely missed. Rest in peace Sir.
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Mr Bass Trombone · Drum Major Joined: 27 Jan 2006 Posts: 622 Location: Spain

Sad to hear of the passing of a true gent, what a great guy, did his job to the letter, after that it was all over Dave was Dave at his very best, always very socialable and a good word for everyone.Never served with him but met him many times on massed band gigs.They always say smart as the Guards,Dave was smarter he always looked the part as he should, as someone else has said elsewhere Corps pi$$ed or what and deep down we probably all were at sometime. My sincere condolences to all of his family and members of his greater family the RMB. Another good man and another D/M passed over to the great and good Band Service in the sky.
DAVE BUCHANAN RIP. You will be missed.
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DPotterton · Posted: Sat Oct 04, 2008 9:21 pm Post subject: The Good Guys go first

Having left the School of music in 1978 I was awaiting a medical discharge and no-one knew where to put me as I was not well enough for a draft to Dartmouth Band. So Capt Sharpe suggested I worked with Drum major Buchanan in the Band Office. I ended up dong this for about 18 months between hospital appointments. Dave was the best and a great support to me while my medical discharge was being sorted out.

I last saw him 30 years ago but have never forgotten the many stories he told drawn from his vast experience. A good friend to many and a fantastic ambassador for the Band Service.

God grant him rest and Yvonne and the family peace. The measure of the guy will be seen in the extent he will be missed.
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dustydrums · Posted: Mon Oct 06, 2008 8:26 pm Post subject:

Sorry to hear of the passing of a truly great person, and Drum Major.
RIP Drummy

GARY POWELL · Posted: Tue Oct 07, 2008 1:41 pm Post subject: FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS FOR BUKEY

HI LADS

as promised the venue for the reception following DAVE'S funeral.

It will be held at THE CHURCH HALL which is at the rear of DYMCHURCH CHURCH.
You can find this by turning at the war memorial

the post code is - TN29 0LE

give me a bell if you need more info on 07896 324 881

charitable donations to THE MCMILLAN NURSES and THE PILGRIMS HOSPICE ASHFORD

there will be donation envelopes at the crematorium and also tax pledge forms if you wish to donate by cash - make it obvious on the envelopes provided

Gary
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davek9 · Posted: Wed Oct 08, 2008 3:02 pm Post subject:

It was a sad day to hear the news that Dave had lost his battle with the big C. It has been a privilege to have known him, worked and been trained by him on my Drum Majors Course, and to have been able to call him a friend.

My deepest condolences to Yvonne and family.

We'll meet again some day in the countermarch.

RAB · Posted: Wed Oct 08, 2008 3:13 pm Post subject:

Gutted by the sad news of the passing of one of the finest SNCO's I had the pleasure of knowing, serving and socialising with, during his first DM draft. Dave had the perfect blend of being in charge without aggression, and I only ever remember him shouting when he was in front of the Band giving orders. He used to stroll through the ranks making us all feel better in times of difficulty,and I really can't praise the man highly enough.

Rest In Peace Dave..

Fondest memories mate.

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Dusty · Posted: Thu Oct 09, 2008 3:17 pm Post subject:

So sad to hear of Dave's passing. I manged to enjoy a pint with him at the last Reunion so that is the way i will remember him, a gentleman and a Royal Marine to the end.

God speed Dave

Dusty Miller exFOSNI band Sec
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admin · Posted: Mon Sep 07, 2009 1:29 pm Post subject:

Just in from Dave's Widow Yvonne:

Hi All, hope you are all well.

This is to let you know that as Dave requested, his ashes will be placed in the garden of remembrance at The Royal Marines Museum in Portsmouth on Saturday 17th October 2009 at 1300 hrs.

Following a short service Sandwiches, tea and coffee will be provided afterwards. The Bench donated by Royal Marines Donations will be dedicated to Dave at the same time.

Anyone wishing to attend will be more than welcome.

I find it very hard to believe that in three weeks time Dave will have been gone a year, your support over this time has been invaluable and I thank you all.

Maybe see you 17th October.

Warm regards Yvonne
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Mr Bass Trombone · Drum Major Joined: 27 Jan 2006 Posts: 622 Location: Spain

Great that this is being done, just a pity iy could not have been done a week earlier when the Reunion is on, I am sure many would have vacated the various bars to pay their last respects to a true gent. However it is not to be, wish I could be there , I hope the weather is kind for you all on what I am sure will be a moving occasion. My thoughts will be with you.
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kielerwoche · Posted: Fri Sep 11, 2009 5:57 pm Post subject:

Another nice bloke passes on. Smart as a whip, and got the work done without resorting to being Mr nasty B****** that certain DM's did.

Raise a glass to you Dave, RIP mate.