Tag Archives: Funeral

K4 breaks down on way to Alf Porkett’s funeral

Posted on January 10, 2013 by lowdhamstation

Everything was prepared – a test run last weekend, adequate petrol, black ribbon, tunics, choice of cap or helmet, belts and axes, boots cleaned, wet legs sorted – all ready. I set off this morning for Wilford Hill Crematorium, and … Continue reading →

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NFS invited to the funeral of Alf Porkett

Posted on January 6, 2013 by lowdhamstation

We have been invited to a funeral next Thursday, to represent the National Fire Service, with the Turntable Ladder. Alf joined the Police Fire Brigade in Nottingham City in the 1930s and served throughout World War 2. He was taken … Continue reading →

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