Liam Riley

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03.02.2010 : Lasting Tribute wrote In the short period Corporal Riley served with the Coldstream Battle Group, there had been only the highest of praise for this exceptionally talented and promising JNCO.
He had the brightest of futures ahead of him. A volunteer augmentee, he was operating in the most demanding of environments in the role of patrol 2iC, a position he held with evident pride.
With a natural charm and easy going nature, he and his 3 YORKS comrades fitted into the Battle Group with ease, forming a potent and effective fighting team.
Leading from the front, his diligence, professionalism and unfaltering courage have been an example to us all.
Whilst we may not have shared the same cap badge, as fellow infantrymen we have an unbreakably close bond.
We therefore share the same deep pain of loss right across the whole Battle Group.
We offer our most heartfelt sympathies to his family at this desperately tragic time.
-- Lieutenant Colonel Toby Gray
03.02.2010 : Lasting Tribute wrote I was privileged to know Corporal Riley only for a short while, but from the moment he arrived at the beginning of January to join the Battle Group he stood out.
He was enormously professional and quickly established himself amongst the company – we all knew him within a few days. He was one of us and will not be forgotten by the Coldstreamers here.
My sympathies are with his family at this most painful of times.
-- Major Charlie Foinette
03.02.2010 : Lasting Tribute wrote Corporal Riley was outstanding during our pre-deployment training prior to his deployment as a Battle Casualty Replacement in late December last year.
He was delighted to deploy with a 3 YORKS multiple that was attached to the Coldstream Guards.
Corporal Riley was one of the best soldiers I have ever met, who clearly had a bright future ahead of him.
At only 21 years old he had recently passed the section commanders’ battle course and had just promoted to Corporal.
As a thoroughly professional soldier he eagerly awaited an opportunity to deploy on operations and immediately grasped the chance when it arose.
Since his deployment he has thrived on operations in Babaji, able to quickly understand the complexities of the local environs.
He was comfortable in command and showed excellent leadership when under pressure.
Terrier-like in his approach to his work, he was professional through and through and always led by example.
He was a very popular member of the company, who was never far from the centre of platoon repartee; a young leader who achieved much in a short space of time.
-- Major Nick McKenzie
03.02.2010 : Lasting Tribute wrote Corporal Riley was the epitome of the British Soldier. Extremely capable and bright, his professionalism shone through in everything he did.
Corporal Riley was an extremely eager volunteer to deploy to Afghanistan and fully believed in his purpose here.
The most likable of characters, Corporal Riley used a blend of his professionalism and personality to accomplish his job to the highest level.
-- Captain Chris Ibbotson
03.02.2010 : Lasting Tribute wrote Liam was a pleasure to know and a privilege to work with.
He was a young man who showed a quick wit and cheeky approach in times of extreme discomfort.
Hugely courageous he led by example. He was a fine soldier who took great pride in what he did, and he did everything to the highest standard.
A central member of any group, he led for others to follow.
I count myself as very lucky to not only have known him but to have worked with him as well. I will miss him.
-- Captain Simon Farley
03.02.2010 : Lasting Tribute wrote You were all I wanted from a 2iC – your attention to detail, positive attitude, professionalism and upbeat outlook made my job so much easier.
You gave so much only to be taken in this most tragic way. All of us from the multiple are going to miss you, and our thoughts are with your family.
-- Sergeant Adrian Dixon
03.02.2010 : Lasting Tribute wrote This has been one of the most difficult days in my life.
We will feel the loss of such a quality soldier for many years to come and he will never be far from our minds.
I will have to get someone else to teach me how play the best poker! We're going to miss you!
-- Private Luke Wilkinson
06.02.2010 : Leanne Brown wrote R.I.P Liam

Soar through the air
let your spirit fly free,
and with the catch of an angel
this is where you want to be.

You are lifted up with grace
and taken high above,
you are showered with peace and protection
but most of all showered with love.

For now you have no anger
no tears, fear or pain,
these feelings you held are released
and now happiness is all you will gain.

So take their hands of freedom
your new life is not to fear,
and remember we'll never forget you
as your love will always be near.
10.02.2010 : Wendy Bowden wrote I didn't know you but wanted to say my thoughts are with your family at this time xx
16.02.2010 : Margo A Largs wrote I never knew you but felt I wanted to write that my thoughts are with your family and friends.God bless you.Forever young.
Corporal Liam Riley

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