John "Jock" BURNS
*24 July 1966 - †July 2004
Ex RAOC Apprentice in Aden Platoon - Sept. 1983 to Dec. 1984

Sgt John (Jock) Burns R.I.P
I've looked through the obituaries and not found him mentioned, so as he was a good friend I thought I would let people know.

John joined the RAOC in Sept 83 at the RAOC Apprentice College and was a member of Aden platoon.
I'm not sure of the day he passed on as I missed his funeral due to the fact a fellow mess member at the time neglected to take the details, and in fact got his name so wrong I had no idea who had died.
I know he died in a Motorcycle accident in Gutersloh, around July 04 I think.

I would just like him to be remembered for being one of the finest men I had the privilege to serve with, and the honour to call friend.
Rest in peace mate, gone but never forgotten! Deepest sympathies to your Wife Janet & family

Wayne Cribbin
Ex RAOC Apprentice 1983-84

John was a good friend, a leather easy chair in memory of John sits in the foyer of the Sgts' Mess in Gutersloh, his final post in the army was SNCO SS 6 Sup Regt. I still have the notes he sent to me in NI having taken over a similar job.
A real gentleman who is still thought of fondly, by all who knew him.

Regards
Gary "Gaz" Covell

was in Aden Platoon with Jock, as we knew him.
I remember him as a little guy with a massive spirit.
A good Full back in Rugby because once he tackled you he would not let go. I would imagine he lived his life the same.

RIP John, "Jock"

Bob Elliott
Ex Aden Platoon - Apprentice College

Wow, that's a shock. I think he's the first person I served with who has passed away.
RIP jock.
I was in the same Platoon at the Apprentices College, he was a nice lad, quiet, got on with things, and enjoyed a laugh.

Geoff treasure
Ex Aden Platoon - Apprentice College