Served with Les in Cyprus late 1960s. Sad to hear he has passed away. Condolences to Jan x
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Alan Leslie 'Les' Viner (1 Aug 1943 - 7 Aug 2017)
In loving memory of Alan Leslie 'Les' Viner who sadly passed away on 7th August 2017
Les was very proud to have served as an OTT in the RAMC, he was just as proud of the other OTTs that he served with. He always thought of them as a "band of brothers".
Having served in conflicts in the Oman and the Falklands he was awarded the MBE and became a serving Brother of ST. John. Those who survived the bombing of the Gallahad remain in a special bond.
On leaving the Army he launched himself onto the NHS, some of it survives! When he was forced to view the service from the other side of the bed he still tried to improve the service. Only a week before he died he took part in an interview with the physiotherapists as part of a research unit.
Always restless for new experience he moves on to try the next unknown...he may be quiet and still, somehow I doubt it! donations may be made for The Oesophageal Patients Association or sent in for the OTT Reunited Fund
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I am very proud to have known Les and to have called him my friend, we served together in peace and in conflict, a lot of my knowledge about our trade is down to him, his dedication to the job and the professional way in which he carried out his duties were of the highest calibre. I am sorry that we lost touch and never got to have a wee dram together. Rest easy old friend, until we meet again . Cliff
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First-class Cornishman ,met Les at BMH Dekhelia in 69 and again at the Herbert in72 ,wicked sense of humour excellent OTT always had a laugh with Les whenever we met or spoke on the phone, will be sorely missed RIP mate.
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We only had 11 years, but we crammed them with plenty of memories. Sleep well, your daughter Julie xx
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Great friend and colleague. One of a kind, sadly missed. IAF .
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Met Les in MH Colchester 9 Coy...1972... Been friends ever since... not easy being his friend but worth every minute ... Going to miss you ...stand down you have answered your last call
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Rest In Peace Dad, I pleased you are no longer suffering, it was a terrible thing to see you suffering.
Hope your having fun up there with your old army Pals...
Knobs then!!!??? xxx
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The big brother I needed at the time I lost my Dad, truly a great friend. Many many happy memories Rest well Les
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Served with Les in Cyprus late 1960s. Sad to hear he has passed away. Condolences to Jan x
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Les and his 'Band of Brothers" I met Les and Janet in 1968. I lost touch but through OTT we renewed our friendship.
Dad before he was poorley. 4/5 years ago in Louth Cornmarket, having a Coffee!
Rest in peace Les from your little sister x
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