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'Bob Baker' · Guest

I would like to add my condolences to those expressed by others at the loss of a very good friend and colleague. Although we met rather infrequently in recent years Richard always gave of his time to remember old friends and will surely be missed by us all

'Barry Radford' · Guest

Shocked and saddened to hear the news of the sad loss to us all of Richard Waterer.

Richard was a true gentleman always able to listen and offer help and advice.I had quite a lot of contact with him whilst organising the 'Reunions'.

To Sue and Family our thoughts are with you all.

Dear Richard you will be greatly missed.

'Michael Hickman' · Guest

All I can say is that I am deeply shocked to hear of the passing of Richard, my condolences go out to his family and the many friends he has left behind.God bless you Richard you will be sorely missed by all who knew you and were touched by your warmth all through your illustrious career in the Royal Marines Band Service. Like many others I can remember him as a young Trombone player at the start of his life in the Band Service which he served so well and loved. Condolences again to all of his family, and to all the many members of the family that is and always will be The Band Service of the Royal Marines.Rest in peace my friend.

Mik H.

'Ray Lloyd' · Guest

Like everyone else who knew him I am very saddened by the news of the Passing of Richard 'Dick' Waterer, he was one of life's gentlemen which is why he was liked by so many, my thoughts go to his family at this difficult time.

Per Mare Per Terram

'Pete Pendelbury' · Guest

just received the sad news of richard waterer,s death.like many i new richard from j wing.room 108, also as director of music at ctcrm.a fine musician and a true gentleman.he will be sadly missed,

'Alan Webb' · Guest

I was truly devastated to recieve an e mail a few moments ago from Mick Eastbrook, telling me of the very tragic death of my good friend Richard Waterer. It will take some time for this news to sink in, unbeleivable. Richard and I were bandboys together and shared the same room, we spent many years together in the Staff Band, and he accorded me a great honour by agreeing to be best man at my wedding. Even after I left the RMB, my wife Barbara and I spent some very happy times with Richard and Sue, and his 2 children Simon and Jane. Sadly I will not be able to attend the funeral, as I am myself in the USA and will not be back until mid February. My heart goes out to Sue, Simon and Jane. God Bless my friend and rest in peace, you deserve it.

'Steve Quirk' · Guest

I just heard the sad news that Lt Col Richard Waterer has passed away. I can only reiterate the aforementioned comments. He will be missed as a fine musician, inspirational leader, valuable colleague and friend. My heart goes out to Sue and her family at this sad time.

Steve Quirk

'Michael Hutton' · Guest

Very sad news today. The death of Richard Waterer. Yet another of our great family of Royal Marines musicians has left us, and at such a young age. He never had any time to enjoy his well deserved retirement. My memories of him go right back to the mid 60s when as B/M of the Staff Band he was one of the young up and coming stars of the Trombone section. A great player, and a gentleman. I was fortunate to spend a day with him at the RMSM in 2002 just before his retirement as PDM and he gave me a tour of the school and all the offices of the HMS Nelson music scene which was very impressive. It was he who had planned the move from Deal to Portmouth and I'm sure he will always be remembered for that as well as being a fine PDM and wonderful example to all in the Royal Marines Band Service.

Our thoughts are with his family at this time. Maureen & Michael Hutton.

'Paul Harker' · Guest

I came to find this website via the very sad news of Dick Waterers passing in an e-mail I received. I too joined with Dick on April 14th 1964 1/64 New Entry Squad. I never served with Dick after we passed out But what I can say is in the short time I spent with him he is one of the nicest men I have ever met or indeed ever likely to meet. My condolences to his family.

mickyrmb · Guest

So very sad to hear the passing of such a wonderful man. We both followed each other around the Bandservice and indeed the World for 14 years. Deal, Dartmouth, Fleet and Portsmouth.
Dick looked after me like a Dad through troubled times in 1994. He encouraged me to be better and was always fair, patient and loyal.

My abiding memory of Dick was whenever something went wrong, from a Split note to half the band going in all directions on a beat retreat (remember HMS Bristol!!), he never once flinched. He always acted as if nothing had ever happened. WHAT A PROFESSIONAL ! On a personal note, I always thought that because of this I had got away with it!!

What stands out for me was that he loved his music, looked after his lads and adored his family.

My thoughts are with you Sue

bootybandy · Posted: Wed Jan 25, 2006 12:02 am Post subject:

Richard really was a special man. I was fortunate enough to have served with him when he was the Band SNCO on the Ark Royal, as well as DoM at Fleet, (Northolt) and finally as PDM. Nothing would ever fluster the man. He really was the true professional. He will be sadly missed by all that knew him or had cause to meet him. I will always remember him with great fondness. I hope the Band Service can perform a suitable send off for him. Brian Starr.
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Gary Pumford · Guest

Deeply shocked to hear the very sad news. I can only reiterate what everone else has said, Richard was a lovely man who loved the Band Service, a fine musician and a true professional. God Bless you and may you rest in peace.
Our sincere condolences to Sue and the family, and our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Gary and Liz Pumford

'Derrick Clark' · Guest

So sorry to hear of the passing away of Richard Waterer, I served with Dick when he was a B/SGT on HMS Ark Royal in 1976 and I will always remember him as true 'Gent'.

Dek

Russ & Nicki Queenan · Guest

It was with great shock that we heard the sad news. We can only reiterate what has already been said and hope that Sue and family can find some comfort at this difficult time.

Russ & Nicki Queenan

Josie & Chris Couplan · Guest

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Richard Waterer, we met him at our daughters passing out and he was a true gentleman, so caring and down to earth.
He will be truly missed.