Chippenham Hercules Hero's Laid to Rest
Gazette & Herald
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Corporal David Williams widow Kathryn has paid tribute to a "caring and compassionate" man. Mrs Williams, who lives in Parliament Street with their three children Jack, Harry and Oliver, said: "We would love to thank everyone for all the lovely flowers, cards and kind gestures we have received from so many people, which we found totally overwhelming.

"Dave was a wonderful and devoted husband and daddy. We had nine special years together and have three beautiful boys. The memories we share will be with us forever in our hearts and in our minds, though our lives will never be the same.

"Dave was born in Dumfries and was the only child of David and Evelyn Williams who live in Eyemouth, Scotland. He was always proud to show us his home, and we have many happy memories of holidays with his family there. His love of Eyemouth was shown through his dedication to the lifeboats and their crew. He was a caring and compassionate man, with a great sense of humour and was loved and respected by everyone who knew him. He was in the RAF for 17 years and will be greatly missed by his friends and colleagues all over the country."

The service was jointly conducted by Rev Simon Tatton-Brown, of St Andrew's Church, and RAF Lyneham Padre David Edgar. Canon Tony Fensome, vicar of St Peter's Church, will also be present, as the family live in his parish. Wing Commander Simon Brailsford and Wing Commander Carolyn Gill will be the official representatives from RAF Lyneham.

Corporal David Williams widow Kathryn added: "Though his smile has gone forever and his hand we cannot touch, we shall never lose sweet memories of the one we loved so much."