The funeral details of Pte Donald Rose 110yr old WW2 oldest veteran, the oldest man in the UK and fifth oldest WW2 veteran in the world.
We are asking support from the public and Armed Forces community to help give Donald a dignified send off.
Due to his popularity Donald will be driving through parts of Ilkeston town so residents can line the streets to say goodbye.
BIKES MEET from 11:00 Bikers are requested to muster at 11:30 to escort his journey, meet at Morrisons Supermarket, 107 Nottingham Road, Ilkeston, Derbyshire DE7 5NN. (military flags can be flown on bikes).
�Leave approx 11:30-11:45.
12:00 - Service held at Ilkeston Football Ground, Awsworth Road, Ilkeston, DE7 8JF with a bikers escort from Morrisons.
12:45 - Leave to meet the parade at the bottom of Bath Street.
Any military/veteran foot soldiers / public wishing to walk or march up Bath street are very welcome to join the parade at any stage.
13:00 - Standards to join the parade outside the old Argos on Bath street.
Military/veterans/public to line up by the cenotaph to salute Donald as he passes by on his final journey. Berets and medals to be worn.
Anyone wishing to join the Biker escort please contact Kate 07751156408 to gauge numbers.
Any questions or further information contact Paul Scott
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Please share and give Donald the send off he clearly deserves.
Lest we forget.
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