Andrew Fentiman

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17.11.2009 : Lasting Tribute wrote Rifleman Fentiman had only been with me for around 5 months, after making the huge jump from being a civvie to a full time soldier on tour. He found the transition hard at first, but really started to just become one of the lads. He must have had a great passion for this job, after leaving his office chat to be with us. He was always upbeat and provided good morale for the blokes. So long Fen, you will be missed.
Corporal Phillip Cree
17.11.2009 : Lasting Tribute wrote To come to Afghanistan as a soldier takes courage, to volunteer takes more so. A constant source of morale for the lads, with his cheerful and unique demeanour. He will be sorely missed.
Lance Corporal Mathew Davies
17.11.2009 : Lasting Tribute wrote As a Platoon Serjeant, it was my responsibility to get people ready for the tour and even more so for the lads who joined so close before we came here. This included Fen, who had the extra pressure of coming in late and fitting in with the Platoon. From my point of view, it was easy with Fen, because of his enthusiasm and willingness to leave his job to come to Afghanistan with us. Even though Fen’s background was different from most, he was always eager to fit in, took all the banter a rifle Platoon dishes out and it did not take long for him to fit in. I have the utmost admiration for him.
Serjeant Steven Smith
17.11.2009 : Lasting Tribute wrote Rifleman Andrew Fentiman, or Fen as he was known to us, had been with A Company since June 2009. He joined us during our pre-deployment training in Kent and was instantly liked by all who met him. During our first conversation, it was obvious to me that here was a young man brimming with confidence and oozing with charm.
Rifleman Fentiman will be sorely missed by A Company, but his loss will only serve to deepen our resolve to succeed in our mission. It will not be easy, but we will take inspiration from his courage. We will never forget his sacrifice.
Major Tim Harris
17.11.2009 : Lasting Tribute wrote Rifleman Andrew Fentiman was a highly committed member of E Company 7 RIFLES travelling a considerable distance to attend training and setting an example to his fellow Riflemen. His determined and friendly manner ensured that he was a popular member of the Company. His aspiration was to be commissioned, consequently he took every opportunity to develop himself as an infantry soldier in preparation for Potential Officer training and continuing that which he had started, whilst at East Midlands University Officer Training Corps.
However, he believed that participation in an operational tour would enhance his suitability for Commissioning and he put his civilian career on hold to achieve this. He was so determined to deploy with 3 RIFLES that he completed a challenging Assault Pioneer cadre to ensure his acceptance.
E Company has a notable record of operational service and we were proud of Andrew when he volunteered to continue that tradition and we are proud of him today. He will be sorely missed by all members of E Company. He was one of ours and he will never be forgotten.
Major Michael Scott-Hyde
17.11.2009 : Lasting Tribute wrote A likeable young man who had made a clear decision that he wanted to complete an operational tour by committing to train as a Rifleman by giving up his job - on the face of it an unlikely character to become an infanteer, he was very focussed on serving in the army and worked hard to reach the standard required in order to deploy with 3 RIFLES.
He had a kind, gentle and cheerful manner and showed great consideration for others in everything he did. He was obviously happiest most when working alongside his section in the most challenging of circumstances, while still remaining to be a source of morale in the face of adversity. He died alongside his friends doing a job he loved.
Lieutenant Ben Heap
17.11.2009 : Lasting Tribute wrote I can remember my first talk with Rifleman Fentiman. He was in a bad way after having a really good night out before joining us. This was him all over. Always up for a laugh, a cheery character who always remained upbeat, he simply made it easy for everyone to like him. Although he was not a regular soldier, I only ever saw him as one of us. He was always professional and was a true asset to the platoon. He paid the ultimate sacrifice doing something he loved. I have complete respect for him. My heart goes out to all of the loved ones he left behind.
Second Lieutenant Connor Maxwell
17.11.2009 : Lasting Tribute wrote Fen put the effort in to mix with us all us from day 1. He was always positive even when things were bad. If you asked for help he would always be there for you, and would give his own input and innovation. See you later mate, you will never be forgotten.
Rifleman Connor McDarby
17.11.2009 : Emma Morgan wrote Whatever else we fail to do,
We never fail to think of you.
Ours is just a simple prayer,
God bless and keep you in His care.
A hero never forgotton..
17.11.2009 : Michael Wenn wrote I had the pleasure of working hard and playing hard with Andy or Fen as he was known with the lads in the new posting. He was easy to like and always had a positive effect on the atmosphere in any room he walked into. He was dedicated to serving his country and Queen and selflessly left behind a brilliantly paid job, a much loved girlfreind Jo and brilliant family, to ensure he performed his duty as expected. He was a great character and quite frankly a bit of a nutcase sometimes. In France skiing with him earlier this year he proved just how dangerous and fearless he was by skiing in straight lines down hill and doing "le tunnel" when he admitted he coulnd`t even turn http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=veyNp1eSQYg&feature=related.
We will miss him and all the fun and joy he brought with him everyday to the office. I am glad that he will be remembered as a HERO fighting for those who can`t fight for themselves, he would have loved that.
17.11.2009 : C M Walbran ex RAF wrote R.I.P Andrew Fentiman
The TA and Britain has lost a Brave Soldier

MY thoughts are with you Family, Friends and Comrades at this time

Sleep well Soldier.
17.11.2009 : Lizi Sanderson wrote "Step forward now, you soldier,
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My Church have you been true?"

The soldier squared his shoulders and
said, "No, Lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry guns,
Can't always be a saint.

I've had to work most Sundays,
And at times my talk was tough,
And sometimes I've been violent,
Because the world is awfully rough.

But, I never took a penny
That wasn't mine to keep...
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep,

I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here,
They never wanted me around,
Except to calm their fears.

If you've a place for me here, Lord,
It needn't be so grand,
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't, I'll understand."

There was a silence all around the throne,
Where the saints had often trod,
As the soldier waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.

"Step forward now, you soldier,
You've borne your burdens well,
Walk peacefully on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in Hell."



All my love.

At Ease.

xxx
17.11.2009 : Sadie Catchpole wrote "There is discipline in A Soldier
you can see it when he walks,
There is honor in A Soldier
you hear it when he talks.
There is courage in A Soldier
you can see it in his eyes,
There is loyalty in A Soldier
that he will not compromise."

A true soldier and friend.

Sleep well Andy,
You'll soon be welcomed home,
Like a true hero deserves.
xxx
04.12.2009 : michelle boulton wrote Whatever else we fail to do,
We never fail to think of you.
Rifleman Andrew Fentiman

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