Paul Mervis

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13.06.2009 : Karen Glaze wrote Thoughts and prayers with you and your loved ones xx
14.06.2009 : alex carpenter wrote RIP paul, you will be missed. Deepest thoughts go to your family, and your platoon.
14.06.2009 : Benedict East wrote Paul Mervis,
A boy who picked on me for a number of years at KCJS because I was small who later turned into a young man who was at the top of the class when we studied GCSE and A-Level R.S. together at KCS and, more importantly, who became a friend.
I last met Paul randomly on a train going from Barnes-Waterloo 2years ago, where we talked about Life and the big world out there...it was an enjoyable 20mins. I only found out he'd joined the Forces when I was told of his passing tonight.
Intelligent and dedicated to whatever he set his mind to. I've no doubt that he was a great asset to his company and the officers, infantry and companions around him.
He shall be missed, but I salute and shall remember him well.
Until our next meeting...
Ben
15.06.2009 : C M Walbran ex RAF wrote R.I.P. Paul Mervis
Britain lost another HERO
Your comrades a good friend
But most of all a Family have lost a loved one
And My thoughts are with them at your passing to a beter life
We will never for get you sacrifice to help make people free
15.06.2009 : Martin Newman wrote I only knew Paul via email and mobile phone but already considered him a friend. He shared some of his concerns prior to his move to Afghanistan and was keen to keep in touch with his Jewish roots and the Armed Forces Jewish Community while on ops.

His sad death is a blow to our communityand our thoughts of with his Jonathan and Margaret, Jack and Hannah at this very difficult.

He was a brave and well-liked officer, I gather an inspiration to his troops, who died doing his duty, a job that he loved and was totally committed to.

Col Martin Newman
Chairman - Jewish Committee for HM Forces
15.06.2009 : janet perry wrote R,I,P. you are another one of British Army Hereos. My deepest sympathy to all his family and friends.
19.06.2009 : Guillaume Guilloh wrote Never more than a thought away.
20.06.2009 : Paul and Mazal Nisner wrote We were shocked and sad to hear the terrible news about Paul. In the short time that we met Paul and his family (during a holiday in St. Lucia, December '07), we realised that we had come across a really special young man. He was friendly and generous to the core and made all around him feel as they were individually important persons.

Our thoughts are with you, Margeret, Jonathan, Hannah and Jack.

We wish you all a long life.

Mazal and Paul (Nisner)
22.06.2009 : Jonathan Hoffman wrote Mayor Boris Johnson has just spoken about Paul Mervis at a ceremony to comemorate Armed Forces Day. He knew Paul because he edited The Spectator when Paul worked on it.
14.07.2009 : Marie-Therese Badenoch wrote Paul's memory will never die in our house, but we miss him so much. He was my son William's best friend from primary school and any mad adventure that Will experienced was shared with Paul either in person or (with great expense) by mobile phone. He was a remarkable young man as can be seen from the comments on the mod site, and his vividness will never be diminished. His greatest talent of all was his gift for friendship and our other children Isabel and Rory considered him an extra brother.
14.07.2009 : Lasting Tribute wrote No words that I can say will ever be enough to sum up the character of Mr Mervis. I know that, if it’s possible, you will be looking down on us with Thatch, throwing the banter around with your cheesy smile in tow.

Perhaps his greatest characteristic and what we will all remember most was how passionate he was - I have never seen a Platoon Commander who did so much to look after his men.

He had our utmost respect as a Platoon Commander, but perhaps more so as a genuine friend. Mr Mervis achieved so much in his short life. I assess the thing he was most proud of, however, was commanding the men he loved. Mr Mervis was rightfully proud of what he had achieved by commanding 10 Platoon.

He died doing what he loved, surrounded by us all who looked up to him. May your soul rest in peace. You will never be forgotten.

- from Platoon Serjeant 10 Platoon, Corporal Steve Childs
14.07.2009 : Lasting Tribute wrote Mr Mervis was larger and louder than life itself. From a Rifleman's perspective he was the model Rifles Officer.

Yes, he was scruffy and at times allowed the Platoon Commander/Rifleman relationship to become a little more relaxed than perhaps the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst had taught him but, in my twenty years in the Army, I have never met, nor am I likely to meet, a man who cared so much about his men.

He fought the corner of every single one of his men, striving to get the best course or job opportunity. He would telephone me whilst on leave to let me know that one of his Riflemen had a compassionate problem at home or when a Rifleman had missed his flight back to Northern Ireland.

- from Warrant Officer Class Two Simon Thomson
14.07.2009 : Lasting Tribute wrote Paul Mervis was the epitome of a larger than life character. Arriving at the battalion with a dislocated shoulder having fallen off St Paul's Cathedral set the tone for his Army career.

He knew and could share a joke with what seemed like everyone in the battalion. He invested in and cared for his men more than could be asked for, working all the hours of the day to make sure their best interests came first, all of which was done behind closed doors and not seen or known of by many.

He was an intellectual, deeply read and widely knowledgeable. Nothing could change his character or approach to life. The more you got to know Paul, the more complex and the more likeable a person one would find him.

His motivation could never be questioned because you knew that his men were always at the forefront of his mind. Paul was the best and most loyal of friends. He leaves a huge gap in our lives but also so many happy memories. We will miss you more than you could ever know. Be at peace.

- from Platoon Commander C Company, Lieutenant Andy Huxter
14.07.2009 : Lasting Tribute wrote It's difficult to write about someone who had such a strong and unique character. The 'Merv-dog' was like no other officer, he was always joking and laughing like one of the lads. He wasn’t just a Platoon Commander but a friend too.

He loved 10 Platoon and his men to bits and it broke his and our hearts that he would be leaving us in July for a new job. Mr Mervis left us this morning surrounded by his men. He will always be part of 10 Platoon - tough Riflemen who were proud to be led by him. Rest in peace, Mr Mervis. Always 10!

- from Section Commander Lance Corporal Joe Ells
14.07.2009 : Lasting Tribute wrote Mr Mervis was in a league of his own! A top 'Boss', who always put his Riflemen first. He was also like a father figure to us. His leadership was the backbone of the platoon after Rifleman Thatcher was killed.

He has left us doing what he loved and was brilliant at - commanding 10 Platoon. Working with 'Merv-dog' was always fun. He would invariably have a big smile on his face or be trying to crack a joke.

You could hear his laugh anywhere in the FOB - usually it was at someone else's expense. He will be sorely missed by me and all of the lads of Mighty Ten. You inspired us and it has been a pleasure working with and knowing you. Rest in peace, my friend. Gone but never forgotten.

- from Section Commander Corporal Sean Kirkham
14.07.2009 : Lasting Tribute wrote Mr Mervis wasn't just our Platoon Commander, he was part of our 10 Platoon family. He also managed to be a good friend to all us too.

He will never be forgotten for the natural leader he was. He had time for everyone and would go out of his way to help anyone he could. We all now think he has joined up with Thatch on the re-org - two great friends re-united, giggling like two little school girls!

Mr Mervis had strength in depth. This was evident when Thatch left us. He stayed strong, leading his men from the front. We will now do this for him and make him proud.

- from Rifleman Stuart Elliot
12.08.2009 : Bill Nash wrote May we offer special condolences to the family, friends and loved ones of Lieutenant Paul Mervis.

We feel close to your loss as we lost our son killed with 1 Rifles just before Christmas. Our pain is overwhelming, but these were special men dedicated to their profession, cognizant of the risks and eager to do their duty. We must be proud of them.

For those of us intimately affected by the cost of these operations the price is beyond reckoning, recent Herrick tours have been particularly harrowing for our forces and the recent months more so.

We must not be frightened or daunted by the grief these losses cause, but emboldened to ensure that the sacrifices made are the foundations of a better world.

Paul’s experience and leadership and Stuart's potential are such a great loss.

We grieve with you.

Bill & Amanda Nash
14.09.2009 : Pete H wrote Thoughts & prayers we share with you soldier, your families, your friends left behind. We know you have not gone forever, just gone before us. We will meet again.
GOD BLESS YOU - THANK YOU - REST IN PEACE .

For Our Deceased Service Men and Women
You are all-powerful, God, and live forever in light and joy. Look with pity and love, we beg You, on those men and women who bravely fought and gallantly died for their country. By laying down their lives, they showed supreme love for others. Accept, we ask You, their sacrifice and their belief in the justice of the cause they died for. Let their offering not be in vain. Please forgive any sins and faults they may have committed. Speedily, we implore You, bring them into Your Presence where fear, sadness, mourning, and death cannot exist. Have pity in Your loving kindness on those they leave behind. In Your own unsearchable ways, make good for their absence, and lavishly bestow Your love and consolations on those deprived of their presence. This we ask in the Name of Christ, our Victor King. Amen.
"Let us pray for our faithful departed," published Franciscan Mission Assoc.
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