Terry A Champion of a Man, time passes by but not a day passes that I do not think of a 'Terry" phrase or rely on his words of wisdom. Much missed by us all, Gary

Dear Terry You simply were the best boss that anyone could have asked for! There were so many great times during the 8 years that I worked for you, especially when we were at Victoria. We were like one big happy family and one of the hardest decisions I had to make was when I left London. It was you that convinced me that this was the right thing to do as you knew you would soon be leaving, and as you put it “It’s time you headed nearer home Princess”. This was typical of you, thinking of others. You knew that by being nearer home, I could spend more time with my family, as after all family meant so much to you as you always spoke so fondly of yours. Everywhere you went, the team you managed were the best. You were well liked, well respected and you inspired those around you as your knowledge of the railway was incredible and I owe so much of what I have learnt, to you. I am so glad to have met you and feel extremely privileged to have worked for you. I will treasure all the happy memories and you will always be remembered by me and Colin, by the photos and video of our wedding day, which we were so glad you and Vicki were able to join us at. I know that is sad for Vicki and your family that you are no longer around to enjoy the long and happy life you planned together in Spain, but I know that you are up there, with your good friend Brian, looking down on us all and hopefully we will all meet up again one day. Rest in Peace Terry. Gone, but certainly not forgotten Suzanne xx

Dear Vicki, Chris and family, I would just like to offer my condolences following the sad loss of Terry. When i first joined the railway in the mid 1990's Terry was very good to me - (with a fair bit of mickey taking!) - and i will always be very grateful of the support he offered how he took the time to help me. Best wishes for the future. Brian Husbands, Depot Ops Manager, Brighton Area

Dear Terry Your wonderful family who made us feel part of your family. Terry if you were not winding the kids up before bedtime!!!!, you were teasing them mercilessly, but our children, Matt, Lily, Mick and Jim, love you dearly, as do we. Such a shock, but Lily and Sue will remember the meal in La Bretagne with you and Vicki, a wonderful moonlit evening that we really enjoyed, with a warm evening and a still sea that made it even more poignant as a beautiful memory for us to keep safe. For the boys (because Lil and I get seasick!)fishing, apples (you know)and trying to "drive Terry's boat" with a bit of fishing ha ha is right up there. If not for you Matt and us would not have so many wonderful memories of Spain, Matt loves it, as you and Vicki are the reason we are in Mazarron. Even fond memories of your pool being built, after a GOOD night out on the town thinking what a hangover - oops only the patio being dug out for a pool. Ever the gracious host you made sure the Ecuadorians were topped up with spanish ale!!! Worth all the beer in the world. From the White Hart in Lewes to La Bretagne in Mazarron you have been such a large part of our life, so difficult to believe you will not be greeting us with "stunning weather". Thank you so very much for all your support, love and stories (don't know who Gary is going to reminisce with over the railway!!). Like it or not we will still talk to you and about you (can't get rid of us that easy)and pray that you are not leading Matt astray, he doesn,t like brandy! We are where we are because of you, so grateful for your friendship,love and Espana, we will always miss you, love you and never forget you. Make sure you are in the welcome party when I get there. Big Kiss and Hugs Shue (Sue Smith) xxxxxxx

POEM Remember Me To the living, I am gone To the sorrowful, I will never return To the angry, I was cheated But to the happy, I am at peace And to the faithful, I have never left I cannot speak, but I can listen I cannot be seen, but I can be heard So as you stand upon the shore Gazing at the beautiful sea, remember me As you look in awe at a mighty forest And in its grand majesty, remember me Remember me in your hearts, In your thoughts, and the memories of the Times we loved, the times we cried, the battle we fought and the times we laughed For if you always think of me, I will never have gone.

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POEM Remember By Christina Georgina Rossetti Remember me when I am gone away, Gone far away into the silent land; When you can no more hold me by the hand, Nor I half turn to go yet turning stay. Remember me when no more day by day You tell me of our future that you plann'd: Only remember me; you understand It will be late to counsel then or pray. Yet if you should forget me for a while And afterwards remember, do not grieve: For if the darkness and corruption leave A vestige of the thoughts that once I had, Better by far you should forget and smile Than that you should remember and be sad.