Dan Air Staff Remembered

24/03/2025

Capt. CHARLES NASH. R.I.P.

We are sorry to have to inform everyone that Capt. Charles Nash (748, 737, 727) passed away on Wednesday 19th of March 2025. We have received the following news from Capt. Chris Budd at Manchester..........

" Fellow travellers,
With great sadness I have to tell you that our friend and colleague Charles Nash has passed away after a long battle with cancer. Those that have been in touch with him in the last year or two, or met him at the last reunion he and Jenny attended in 2023, could not help but be impressed by his strength of character and humour.
The funeral details are shown below. In the mean time I’m sure our thoughts are with Jenny and the family.
Regards, Chris. "

R.I.P. Charles.

The funeral will be on 10th April at Perth Crematorium at 14.30.
Afterwards at Huntingtower Hotel. We would be very grateful to know how many are planning to come. Please contact Jenny Nash directly on [email protected].

The following is the video link for the service.

Thursday 10th April at 14.30. You can sign in 5 minutes before.

https://watch.obitus.com

User name: tiyi0344

Password: 375466

07/01/2025

Capt. Tony Pecnic R.I.P.

We are sorry to have to inform everyone that sadly Capt. Tony Pecnic passed away on the 29th October 2024 following a long illness.
A memorial service will be held on the 16th January 2025
[ at the Chapel, Alex Jones Funeral Directors, 70 High Street, Edenbridge, Kent, TN8 5AS at 1200 hrs followed by a reception at the Red Barn. ] .....See change below, date still correct.

PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE & TIME........Due to numbers it will now be held at the Surrey & Sussex Crematorium, Balcombe Road, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 3NQ at 1300. Still at the Red Barn after the service.

Could anyone hoping to attend please advise Breda Wilkinson of Alex Jones on tel. no. 07979368669 so that she can keep a check on numbers for the accommodation available. Many thanks.

R.I.P. Tony.

07/11/2024

DON SIDDAWAY. R.I.P.

We are sorry to share the following sad news from Gill, Don's daughter, and Michael Newman.

" It is with sadness we report the death of Don Siddaway on 27th October 2024. Don joined Dan Air in 1963 and worked in the company until his retirement in 1991. As a Director in the commercial department of the company he worked with our charter customers in both the UK and Germany where he organised the flying programmes out of Berlin with the German tour operators. He was greatly respected by our customers and our staff alike.

His Funeral is at 1.30 on Tuesday 12 November at St Mary's Church , Balcombe."

R.I.P. Don.

27/09/2024

Capt. REG GOODMAN. R.I.P.

We have received the following sad news about Reg from his daughter Suzanne Deeprose who has also kindly given us some career information and photos to post.

 Captain Goodman 1925-2024
" I'm sorry to inform you that my father died on 27th March 2024 at the grand age of 98.
He was widowed for over 4 years.

He joined the RAF age 17. In 1944 he started off flying the Tiger Moth and Harvard before progressing to the Mosquito.
In 1948 he flew a York for the Berlin Airlift for about 8 months.
He flew various aircraft during his years overseas (such as Vickers Viking), living in Lagos, Borneo and Singapore until he joined Dan Air in 1966 to retirement in 1985.
He then went on to fly (and live) in Qatar for the Sheik for 2 years.

His love of flying never really diminished and took his wife Eileen on many jaunts around the world right up to his early 90's........Suzanne."

R.I.P. Reg.

20/09/2024

MILES ATKINS. R.I.P.

We are sorry to share the following news from Andy Stuart that Miles Atkins sadly passed away earlier this month and Andy has also included the service arrangements in October.

" Dear All,
With very much sadness may I let all know about the passing of my friend Miles Atkins. Miles was a First Officer on the
HS 748 Fleet and then the 737-200. He was the son of former Chief Pilot Bob Atkins and his wife Denise. Miles was a good man and was only 62 when he passed away.
His funeral has now been arranged for the 17 October at 1230 at the Surrey and Sussex Crematorium RH10 3NQ. I will be attending along with a few family friends and those who looked after Miles towards the end of his life. My Best Regards to all former colleagues and friends at Dan Air Services.
Andy Stuart "

R.I.P. Miles.

16/09/2024

DAVID QUINN. R.I.P.

We are sorry to have to give you the following sad news from David's daughter Sarah.

" After a short illness, David Quinn passed away at home with his much-loved dogs, Ollie and Merry, by his side on 7 September 2024. Following his career with DanAir, David continued working successfully in the travel industry for many years. In his retirement David spent much of his time travelling with his beloved late wife, Valerie, who he now is at rest with. David often spoke with fondness of his time at DanAir and treasured the lifelong friendships he made. " ......Sarah.

R.I.P. David.

15/06/2024

GLYNIS CARRODEGUAS. R.I.P.

We are sorry to share to following sad news from Jessica (eldest daughter of Glynis).

" It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Glynis Angela Jolly Carrodeguas. Glynis passed away peacefully at home on Saturday 18th May 2024 age 70, after a long battle with ill health.
Glynis joined Dan air out of Gatwick in 1975. She went on to work with British airways for many years before her retirement at 60.

Jessica O’Leary
(Glynis’ eldest daughter) "

R.I.P. Glynis.

13/06/2024

Capt. JOHN CRAIG. R.I.P.

We have received the following sad news from Capt. Robert Burgess that Capt. John Craig passed away on the 29th May 2024.
John was a Flt. Lt. in the R.A.F. before joining Dan-Air in 1977 on the HS 748 based in Aberdeen. If more information becomes available we will post it here.

R.I.P. John.

21/05/2024

Capt. JOHN HUTCHENCE. R.I.P.

We are very sorry to have to share with you the following message.

From Andrea (John's Stepdaughter),
" It is with deep sadness I write this email to inform you that Captain John Hutchence passed away in the early hours of this morning (3rd May 2024) "

And from Sally (John's Wife),
" Further to my Daughters email of 3rd May John’s funeral will be on Friday 7th June at 1300 hours at the Surrey and Sussex Crematorium and afterwards at the Heathy Farm (Opposite Crematorium ). Address for both is Balcombe Road, Crawley, RH10 3NQ.
If attending could you please let us know (for numbers) on [email protected] (contact is Roger Cooper). "

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Having left the R.A.F. in 1974 John joined Dan-Air in 1976 on the Comet fleet then later moved to the 748 followed by the 146 fleets. John greatly supported our Association over the years attending many of our events and A.G.M.'s.

R.I.P. John.

16/05/2024

Capt. DAVID JENKINS. R.I.P.

We have received the following sad news from Capt. Chris Budd at Manchester.

"Fellow travellers,
I have received via Andy Pankhurst the sad news that our friend and colleague David Jenkins passed away on Wednesday evening, 8th May 2024. Many will remember David as a 111 training Captain, before Dan Air David was an RAF pilot. When I get funeral arrangement details I will pass them on.
Regards, Chris."

R.I.P. David.

Fellow travellers,
I have received from Andy Pankhurst the following information regarding David's funeral.
Chris.

David’s funeral is arranged for Monday, June 3rd at 14:00 at St Peter’s Church, Prestbury, SK10 4DG. There will be an afternoon buffet tea afterwards at Sutton Hall, Bullocks Lane, Sutton, Macclesfield, SK11 0HE. David’s close family will depart the church immediately following the service for a private committal, and will join us at Sutton Hall later.
It’s family flowers only, please. Donations if desired to the East Cheshire Hospice, and the Funeral Directors are Brocklehursts. (There will probably be a video link.)

Fellow travellers,
The following information has come from Andy Pankhurst, regarding David's funeral.
Chris

For those who won’t be attending David’s funeral at St Peter’s Church, Prestbury, SK104DG on this coming Monday at 14:00, here is a link to the church’s website. Click on the link, then “Live’, then, if that doesn’t take you there immediately, “Latest”. It may be available after the event, but I’m not sure.

St Peters Prestbury Church youtube page.

11/05/2024

Capt. RICHARD BROWNIE. R. I. P.

We are very sorry to have to inform everyone that Capt. Richard Brownie sadly passed away on the 26th April 2024. Dick's career with Dan-Air started in February 1962 as a cadet officer flying many of the various aircraft types operated including the Heron, D.C.3, Ambassador, D.C.7, BAC 1-11, 727 & 737, and finally retiring, after moving to British Airways, to be able to carry on with his great enjoyment for sailing.
Dick was a staunch supporter of our Dan-Air Staff Association over many years as a committee member and our Treasurer. His vast knowledge of the aviation industry and the people involved in it has been very useful to us as well as being of great interest.
Our thoughts are with Dick's family and friends, he will be sorely missed by all of us.
Service arrangements will be posted here if made available.

R.I.P. Dick.

We can now advise you that the service/arrangements are as follows :-

Thursday 30th May 2024 at 1500.
Guildford Crematorium,
New Pond Rd, Godalming GU7 3DB

Preferred dress appropriate for a service of celebration.

And afterwards at The Inn On The Lake, Ockford Rd, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1RH

So that we can pass on an idea of numbers could those hoping to attend please email me (Roger Cooper) on [email protected]
Many thanks.

10/04/2024

IAN REVELL. R.I.P.

We are sorry to give the following sad news of Ian Revell. Ian was at Gatwick with Dan-Air, Cathay Pacific and Easy Jet during his aviation career. The following message was kindly sent from Ian Envis (Ex Cathay Pacific)

“ It is with a heavy heart that I must advise that Ian Revell, passed away yesterday 02Apr, in East Surrey Hospital, after a most courageous fight against cancer. He was surrounded by his daughters, his sister and his beloved wife Jenny. “ ….Ian Envis.

R.I.P. Ian.

Jenny, Nina and Kate are sad to announce the passing of Ian on Tuesday 2nd April 2024
A service to celebrate his life will be held on Thursday 2nd May 2024 at 4pm at The Surrey and Sussex Crematorium, RH10 3NQ, St Richard’s Chapel.
Family flowers only please.
If you are unable to attend Ian’s service it can be viewed online via a Webcast. Please call 07901 300137 for details and login pin number.
The family warmly invite you to join them for refreshments after the service in The Redz Bar at Crawley Town Football Club, Broadfield Stadium, Winfield Way, Crawley, West Sussex RH11 9RX

Would you kindly respond if you intend to be present so that Jenny can gauge nbrs for the Crematorium and wake at Ian's local football club - he was season ticket holder. If possible answers by 22Apr24.

The following has been provided by Ian Envis for those attending :-

Afternoon all, Jenny has provided me with an outline plan for Thursday 02May.

Plan for 02May

The send-off will be led by a celebrant.
Dress: Previously advised - colours and informality.

Seating: A total of 30 seats in the chapel (at the front) will be reserved for family and chosen guests. PLEASE, if not invited do not occupy the front seats.

Approx Nbrs : Could be 90 (inclusive of family, old aviation friends and CTFC supporters

Charity: Details of Jenny's chosen Charities will be contained in the Order of Service. and collections will be taken on existing the chapel.

Timing: From 1545-1550L you are requested to move into the chapel at the Crematorium to enable Ian's coffin to be led in followed by Jenny and immediate family.

Wake: As advised at CTFC The RedZ Bar. Jenny invites everybody to attend.

I hope this all makes sense.

Yours Ian
Mob: +44 (0) 7785 231 936 (also my WhatsApp nbr).