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Michael Dabbs (15 Nov 1949 - 20 Feb 2022)
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- Location
- Epsom Cemetery Ashley Road Epsom KT18 5BP
- Date
- 14th Mar 2022
- Time
- 1pm
- Location
- Hill House 5 Gledhow Wood Kingswood KT20 6JQ
- Date
- 14th Mar 2022
- Time
- 1.30pm
Divisional Sergeant Major Michael Dabbs MBE RVM. 1949 - 2022
In loving memory of Michael Dabbs. Our amazing, strong and irreplaceable Dad, Grandad and Partner of Ann, passed away peacefully with us all by his side on 20th February 2022 at 0600.
Dad was such a larger than life character who was loved by everyone he met. He was so charismatic, an extremely talented musician, very generous and kind; the life and soul of the party. There is now a huge gap in our lives and in all of our hearts.
We are so proud of Dad’s many accomplishments, starting out with the Grimethorpe Colliery Junior Band in his early teens, prior to working at the pit. In 1968, “he left Grimethorpe with a trombone and a big heart.”
His early service saw brief spells with the Royal Marines and The Parachute Regiment.
He went on to the Band of the Grenadier Guards which he had the honour of serving for the next 25 years. This gave him the opportunity to travel the world and saw him rise through the ranks, becoming the senior Band Sergeant Major of the Household Division.
One of Dad’s greatest achievements, of which we are tremendously proud, was the award of the MBE by Her Majesty The Queen in 1989.
Following retirement from the Grenadier Guards, he continued his service as a Yeoman of the Guard, becoming the Divisional Sergeant Major. Being awarded the RVM in 2019 by Prince William, once again, we were fortunate to attend another proud moment at Buckingham Palace, on the completion of 48 years total service.
We are asking that only family and close friends attend Dad's funeral as there are limited numbers in the church and limited parking spaces. Please confirm if you are planning to attend.
Additionally, there will be a Memorial Service at the Guards Chapel, Wellington Barracks in June, where everyone will be welcome to attend to pay their respects. Additional details will follow in due course.
We would kindly request a donation to Princess Alice Hospice rather than flowers.
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On behalf of Sue and Pete Barton rest in peace Mike xx
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Donation on behalf of Dad's neighbours Kay & Vijay “your memories with/of Mike will always be there! He was such a gentleman, always, whenever we spoke.”
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RIP Mike, your music was always from the heart, a very generous man in music and in life. Dave and Ann Jones.
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Princess Alice Hospice is so special, pleased to donate
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With love from Mel, Mark and Lauren. Xxx
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Thanks for the music, the memories, but most of all your friendship and great company. RIP Mick, gone but never forgotten. Xx
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A much loved Brother who will be forever missed.
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Always a gentleman with a lovely smile. We will miss you. From Mena & all the Ciao Italia Family xxx
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In memory of a much loved Uncle who will be sadly missed.
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Micky assisted me when I needed to get Peter out of the house so I could set up for his surprise 80th birthday party in August 2016. He arrived in his Rolls Royce, took Peter for lunch and Brooklands Motor Museum before arriving back home at 5.00.
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I have such lovely memories of you Micky. A wonderful gentleman and dear friend sadly missed. Sleep peacefully xxx
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RIP Mick, a Gentleman and dear friend x
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You will be greatly missed, Clive and Carole Stevens
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In loving memory of a very dear friend who will be greatly missed by so many but never forgotten.
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You have left an enormous hole in our lives never to be replaced
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Always a wise crack from Dabsy
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Mick, for all the help and kindness over the years, never far from our thoughts, R.I.P.
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In remembrance and respect of our dear friend Mike. Rest in Peace Chez and Marie
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Mike you were one of a kind with a heart of gold, you will be sadly missed.
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Mike and Mum on her 85th birthday happy times
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Michael was a great man with a great heart, always made me feel welcome, you will be sadly missed.
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is attending the funeral and the reception
Micky assisted me when I needed to get Peter out of the house so I could set up for his surprise 80th birthday party in August 2016. He arrived in his Rolls Royce, took Peter for lunch and Brooklands Motor Museum before arriving back home at 5.00.
Always a wise crack from Dabsy
Mike and Mum on her 85th birthday happy times
Mick at his best at the RSL Sydney 1985 xx Rest in Peace old mate 💕
In memory of a true gentleman and legend to everyone who knew Michael. £50 donation in memory.
Happy memories of fun times together, we will miss you Mick , the Sheerans x
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