899 approved dedications. Click a name or record number to open the full memorial page.
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| 20 June 2004 | 33643 | Corporal Albertus Petrus Van Zyl |
"Apie" (Died 11.09.1977 - Oshigambo SWA) as you were fondly called and remembered as the "A" companies practical "Joker" and sometimes driver. Your last words to me will always be in my thoughts. "Sien jou op die ander…
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| 20 June 2004 | 33802 | Rifleman Leslie George Wasas |
Laci, of all our Hungarian guys that fought so what came to Hungary would not come to South Africa, you were the one who really didn't like the Army. Of all of us, you were the one who shouldn't have died. I will always…
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| 27 June 2004 | 26614 | Private Christian Jacobus Andries Van Der Merwe |
AAN 'N FAMILIELID WAT EK NOOIT KON KEN NIE. BAIE DANKIE VIR U OPOFFERING WILLIAM WARRINGTON
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| 27 June 2004 | 26615 | Private Carel Jacobus Stephanus Van Der Merwe |
AAN 'N FAMILIELID WAT EK NOOIT KON KEN NIE. BAIE DANKIE
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| 07 July 2004 | 33696 | Candidate Officer Paul Stephanus Venter |
Sal nooit jou glimlag vergeet, Ouboet Sal weer eendag almal saam wees.
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| 21 July 2004 | 33168 | Rifleman Heyletta Swanepoel |
Heyletta Swanepoel (Etta) was a volunteer housewife in Bronkhorstspruit Commando who, at the age of 40, died of a heart attack on the shooting range during an exercise. She died on the 17th of June 1978, leaving her hus…
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| 08 August 2004 | 9756 | Private George Charles Alfred Herbst |
To a great nephew of my great grandfather ,I honour you and your memory ,For service to our great country You gave your life in a time when values were different from todays society,thank you from my heart god bless you…
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| 17 August 2004 | 33476 | Rifleman Cornelis Frederik Van Der Nest |
Rus in vrede my liewe broer. Jy is so jonk weggeneem. Ek sal altyd wonder wat die lewe vir jou sou inhou. Wat sou jy doen vir 'n lewe? Sou jy kinders hè? Ons almal mis jou so onsettend veel.... Gerhard van der Nest (Bro…
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| 19 August 2004 | 30006 | Rifleman Hughes Norbert De Rose |
To Raymond and Caveman Derose, I miss you chaps BIG time. Thanks for the memories. I am disgusted that you chaps did not receieve the highest honour. Your mate from Delta coy. timbat
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| 06 September 2004 | 29750 | Rifleman Pieter Gerrit Claasen |
Gert Claasen was killed on 9 November 1987 in Angola during Ops Moduler. He was with 4 SAI. He was a good friend and nice guy. May we never forget him and all those that we left behind.
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| 17 September 2004 | 31158 | Rifleman Christo Gerhardus Krog |
I'm pretty sure this is "Attie Krog", who died after his Buffel hit a landmine somewhere along "Oom Willies Pad". He was based at Eenhana with the oumanne of 5SAI (54 Bn). Rest in Peace friend.-Rory Rory Phillipson
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| 17 September 2004 | 31265 | Rifleman Johannes Gerber Le Roux |
Johan Le Roux, died during a follow-up operation on 10/8/1978, near Nkongo in Owambo Land. He will always be remembered by his Brothers In Arms from 5 SAI (54 Bn-B Coy platoon 2.(July 77 intake) Rest In Peace Johan.
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| 17 September 2004 | 33739 | Lance Corporal Karl Paul Viljoen |
Karl Paul Viljoen was born 25/11/1955, he died during a follow-up operation near Nkongo on 10/8/1978 the day before we were due to return to South Africa after 7 months on the Border. Karl was a Brother in Arms from Pie…
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| 19 September 2004 | 32458 | Rifleman Steven Dennis Oscar Pearson |
Steven Pearson was a good friend. We shared a dorm as schoolmates at De Villiers Graaf, and continued our friendship until he was finally KIA . He was a fine man who will always be remembered.
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| 19 September 2004 | 32706 | Second Lieutenant Christopher James Robin |
Christopher Robin was a tall, intelligent young officer. I remember him as if it were yesterday. He died in the Caprivi in an attack by SWAPO. Forever remembered.
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| 24 September 2004 | 1097 | Lieutenant Henry Francis Barker |
I remember riding on a train with Andre, to a Math review session in Johannesburg. Wilks was there, and Jos, maybe Andrew. Just boys, a few short months from war. He seemed so proud, so mature. I have visited this site…
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| 28 September 2004 | 765 | Bombardier Oscar Ludwig Auer |
Aan my Vader wat gesterf het in Rodesia Kariba Dam Riaan Labuschagne
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| 08 October 2004 | 33796 | Staff Sergeant David John Ward |
a great leader.to all the trackers at ON COURSE 1980.
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| 16 October 2004 | 24700 | Second Lieutenant Norman Hale Talbot |
this was my great grandfather, his name was lewis. the story goes that he sold a dairy in london to follow his dream of diamond prospecting, the rest is history adrian owen
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| 03 November 2004 | 31218 | Second Lieutenant Duncan Frederick Lahner |
Duncan, my friend. We still miss u everyday. The gentle giant who gave up his seat, and in doing so gave up his life. Till we meet again. Salagatle! Massimo (Max) Zanette
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| 06 November 2004 | 20836 | Private Edwin Albert Pye |
Cedric Loscombe. Lived in London England.I am in the process of trying to track down more information on Cedric. I am sure his father lived in Cradock, South Africa.
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| 28 November 2004 | 30210 | Rifleman Christiaan Fredrik Ehlers |
C.F.Ehlers was in 11 Commando Kimberely.We did our basics together.He came from Durban.He was killed +_ 9km from Eenhana.
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| 28 November 2004 | 31531 | Rifleman Jan Hendrik Malan |
Malan seved with me in 11 Commando Kimberly. We did our basics together. He was killed on the 24/10/1976. Malan came from Villiersdorp. He attended school at Charley Hoffmeyer in Villiesdorp. He is buried at the graveya…
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| 30 November 2004 | 15987 | Lieutenant George Woodrow McGibbon |
I dedicate my brave Uncle who I am named after, who gave his life so we could have freedom.
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| 07 December 2004 | 31041 | Second Lieutenant Gerrit Keulder |
Gerrit was a real Officer and GENTLEMAN amoungst MEN. I often think about Gerrit even now after 27 years such was his character that made us respect him so much. When Gerrit was killed several Kms inside Angola in a con…
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| 09 December 2004 | 7096 | Trooper William Leigh Ffolliott |
This person, Albert Barnes, bachelor, died age 21 years, at Krugersdorp.He was my grandfather's, John Henry Barnes of P.E., younger brother. He joined up while visiting in P.E. from Haslingden, Lancashire, England. I do…
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| 12 December 2004 | 32697 | Corporal Rian Rix |
Fond memories of Cpl Rhian Rix of 11Commando Kimberley Section 1 Section leader of platoon 3 Dennis Finch
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| 16 December 2004 | 17744 | Lieutenant Cecil Mountford |
DORLINDA BESSIE HYLAND, Nursing Sister of 7 Queen Street, (& later 17 Belle Vue Terrace) Lancaster, UK. who lost her life Thursday, 13/02/1902 Aged 31, at Bloemfontein, South Africa. Born 1871. Daughter of Isabella Wrig…
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| 27 December 2004 | 32738 | Rifleman Thomas Andrew Ross |
Andrew, I miss you very much!
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| 06 January 2005 | 33801 | Rifleman Peter William Warrener |
Peter died bravely in my arms. He was a wonderful friend and dedicated soldier. God took the best for himself.
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| 07 January 2005 | 29881 | Rifleman Stephen Maritz Cronje |
Steve was a good friend and a fine comrade to fight alongside in a savage war. I was with him in his last minutes and was witness to his brave sacrifice. This was such a waste. God rest his soul.
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| 07 January 2005 | 30025 | Rifleman Roberto Nicola "Danny" De Vito |
Danny was a great nickname and very fitting. I only called him Rob. He was a fantastic soldier and a great friend. God took the best this day 10th June 1980 in Angola. Rest in peace, dear friend.
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| 07 January 2005 | 31296 | Rifleman Francis John Lello |
A great friend and comrade. An absolute tradgedy happened this day 10th June 1980.The Maritzberg crew were proud of you. I was proud to be your friend and immensely enjoyed your wit and intelligence as I shared your las…
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| 07 January 2005 | 31471 | Rifleman Andrew John Madden |
Thank you for being such a great friend. Your passing will sadden me forever and if ever there was anything I could have done more for you on that day, it still sickens me that I could not.... out there in the smoke and…
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| 13 January 2005 | 33824 | Lance Corporal Andre Christiaan Weideman |
My name is Ivan Paterson RFN 76308972BG - I was sitting on the left of L/C Weideman (Weids) in the buffel on that fateful day - 31 December 1982. I can remember it as clearly today as it happened that afternoon. In the…
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| 18 January 2005 | 10839 | Gunner Jacobs |
To my great-grandfather, Harry Curry who lies in the churchyard at Manthorpe. I am proud of you.
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| 25 January 2005 | 726 | Corporal Lim Asia |
I remember the day very well, we were busy with our 2nd phase of training when the news came in, they were all good men from 8Sai that died that day, and they will never be forgotten.
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| 25 January 2005 | 1437 | Warrant Officer Class II Thomas Samuel Beddy |
I remember the day very well, we were busy with our 2nd phase of training when the news came in, they were all good men from 8Sai that died that day, and they will
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| 26 January 2005 | 29861 | Lance Corporal Carl Leobald Albert Craemer |
I KNEW CPL CRAEMER FROM THE TIME WE WERE IN TRAINING IN UPINGTON. FROM AN EARLY STAGE HE SHOWED LEADERSHIP SKILLS AND IT WAS NO WONDER THAT HE GOT RANK ONLY A SHORT WHILE AFTER WE ARRIVED ON THE BORDER. AT THE TIME OF H…
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| 30 January 2005 | 33248 | Sergeant Coenraad Jacobus Theron |
I remember Cobus - remember the two of us shared a fox hole at Manuandi. Remember the shell that dropped short on us in May 1978 when Cobus was wounded. I still visit Johan Louw and Cobus in 1 Mil the monday, but when w…
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