Speak of me as you have always done.
Remember the good times, laughter and fun.
Share the happy memories we have made.
Do not let them wither or fade
I’ll be with you in the summer sun
And when the winter’s chill has come.
I’ll be the voice that whispers in the breeze.
I’m peaceful now, put your mind at ease.
I’ve rested my eyes and gone to sleep,
But memories we’ve shared are yours to keep.
Sometimes our final days may be a test
But remember me when I was at my best.
Although things may not be the same.
Don’t be afraid to use my name.
Let your sorrow last for just a while.
Comfort each other and try to smile.
I’ve lived a life filled with joy and fun.
Live on now, make me proud of what you’ll become.
The Collect
Hymn - The Lord's my Shepherd,
The Lord's my Shepherd, I'll not want:
He makes me down to lie
In pastures green; He leadeth me
The quiet waters by.
My soul He doth restore again;
And me to walk doth make
Within the paths of righteousness,
E’en for His own Name's sake.
Yea, though I walk in death's dark vale,
Yet will I fear none ill;
For Thou art with me; and Thy rod
And staff me comfort still.
My table Thou hast furnishèd
In presence of my foes;
My head Thou dost with oil anoint,
And my cup overflows.
Goodness and mercy all my life
Shall surely follow me;
And in God's house forevermore
My dwelling place shall be.
Scripture Reading: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8
The Address
Padre Jason Clarke MBE MTh CF Chaplain
Royal Centre for Defence Medicine
Prayers
Hymn - I vow to thee, my country
I vow to thee, my country, all earthly things above,
Entire and whole and perfect, the service of my love;
The love that asks no question, the love that stands the test,
That lays upon the altar the dearest and the best;
The love that never falters, the love that pays the price,
The love that makes undaunted the final sacrifice.
And there's another country, I've heard of long ago,
Most dear to them that love her, most great to them that know;
We may not count her armies, we may not see her King;
Her fortress is a faithful heart, her pride is suffering;
And soul by soul and silently her shining bounds increase,
And her ways are ways of gentleness, and all her paths are peace
The Act of Remembrance
They shall not grow old, as we that are left grow old.
Age shall not weary them nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning.
We will remember them.
We will remember them
The Last Post
Reveille
When you go home, tell them of us and say,
For your tomorrow, we gave our today.
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Glyn Bourne(Cardiff)
Marie Castle(Scotland)
Matt was the RSM of 225 Medical Regiment
When I worked there as an AO. I believe his wife had just had there son around 2003. What an amazing man. So sorry Matt, gone far too early. Love and Strength to your beautiful wife and son.
Lisa Penton(Southwold)
Jason Brown(Mansfield)
Matt, I echo all that knew you, best of the best gentleman and mentor, will always have memories of 16AFA and your yellow Defender. RIP your final duty is done AIF.
Graham Miller(Colchester)
James Salt(Somerset)
I had the utmost respect for Matt, he was professional, soldierly and cared, I tried to emulate him but would never have told him that.
I cannot be with you on Friday as I am overseas but Matt and you, his family, are and will, be very much in my thoughts.
Steve Whitmore(Lincolnshire)
I had the honour of working with Matt during COVID 19 at HQ SJC and bumped into him numerous times since. Utterly professional, a credit to his Service and our Nation. His dedication to his family was unmatched and he will be sorely missed. Rest easy big fella.
Karen Stockbridge(Pj)
Karen Stockbridge(Philippines)
Teresa Fowler(Lyme Regis)
Thinking of all the family today especially his closest and sending love to Aunty Betty xx
Julie(London)
Marilyn Stone(Beaminster)
Remembering our childhood days and our get togethers. Sending much love and thoughts to Aunty Betty, Jacky, Samuel and all my cousins, aunts and uncles . May you Rest in Peace my dear cousin Matthew xx
Stu Steele(Tamworth)
Ben Jones(Halifax, Canada)
My thoughts are with you all today. It seems like only yesterday Mathew was off to Join the Army and I the Navy. My heart felt sympathies to all the family.
Barry Ross(Dundee)
James Wright(Doncaster)
I have fond memories of serving with Matt at RMB Chivenor when he was a SSgt with 59Cdo RE. He helped me immensely and was a true gent.
Mick Hoskins(Poitiers, France)
Matt and I served together in 29 Commando RA in the early 90’s, of which I have very fond memories. A great Guy taken far too soon. Rest well old Friend.
jackie abigael(kenya)
RIP Major Harvey. My Thoughts and prayers with family and friends
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