From time to time we bid a sad farewell to former fellow boyarts as they complete the transition from “Passing Out” to “Passing Away”. We mourn their passing as brothers, for the ties that we built during those halcyon Caledonia days are as strong as those between siblings, if not stronger. They are born of mutual dependency and trust, grown in good times and bad, when being “brothers in arms” was the driving force. We salute them and, reflecting on the glorious lives they lived, we will never forget them when we raise a tot.
A prayer from former boyart, the Reverend Mike Ketley:
An extended list of former boyarts who have long since crossed the bar, arranged by Class/Entry, can be access here. Obituaries, where we have managed to obtain them, are linked to named individuals’ entries in the Roll.
Click on this hot spot to open up a register of those who have recently completed their final watch.
Almighty God, let the pain of our grief be tempered by fond memories as we give you thanks for our loved ones now departed. May we always remember their loyalty and devotion to family, friends and nation. We rejoice to have shared this life and enjoyed their love, and leave them in your eternal love and care; through Jesus Christ our lord.
Amen
Amen