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F/Sgt Ray Grayston 617 Squadron
Heard on Friday, that F/Sgt Ray Grayston from 617 Squadron sadly passed away on Thursday 15th April.
Ray was one of the aircrew who actually participated in the Dams Raid in May 1943. A very nice man indeed. My thoughts are with his wife and son, David.
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David P. Williams |
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Re: F/Sgt Ray Grayston 617 Squadron
David,
Sad news indeed. He was a great guy and was very proud of his service in 617 Squadron. Mark Copeland |
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Re: F/Sgt Ray Grayston 617 Squadron
My childhood was full of the stories of great courage witnessed in the 2 Great wars.....the men that gave their all were my heroes for a long time...and most have gone now.
I remember trying to reach Mr. Grayston in the 1990s after having been put in touch with him by a charming man called Ted Wass...alas he is also now more.... Mr. Grayston erupted into a complete monster on the phone and shouted at me...I remembered the content of that call and its effects on a young man who never meant any harm whatsoever..and was for many years reluctant to even try and contact former veterans. I know that there are times when they must get fed up with the attention they receive...but better they receive it from well intentioned people then not at all. I extend my sympathies to his Family..but I will not mourn his loss. Instead I will think of my Uncle who recently lost his fight with cancer and bore everything with incredible courage.....without ever having lifted a finger in anger.... |
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