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Leading Seaman

CFVA No: 236

Peter Henry DSM (1923-2008)

Leading Seaman Peter Henry DSM of Seaham, County Durham died Sunday 26th October 2008 at Sunderland Royal Hospital aged 85. Beloved Husband of Freda and cherished by all the family. Peter served with honour in the Coastal forces during the Second World War on MGB 91, MTBs 444 & 445, being awarded the Distinguished Service Medal.

All through his life he was passionate about pigeon racing and was known as part of 'Gippert and Henry'.

A service was held at 2pm on Thursday 30th October 2008, prior to a cremation at Sunderland crematorium at 3pm.

Lest we forget