| Location | British Soldier From Newcastle.in Afghanistan |
| Age | 24 years |
| Cause of Death | In the Line of Duty |
| Date of Birth | 09/10/1983 |
| Date of Death | 24/07/2008 |
| Visitors | 3,621 since 26/07/2008 |
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(THE PICTURE IS KENNETH AND SASHA) A British Army dog handler killed in Afghanistan was due to leave
front line duties the day before he died, the Ministry of Defence said.
Lance Corporal Kenneth Rowe and his dog Sasha died in a firefight with the Taliban on Thursday 24th
july in Sangin, Helmand Province.
Another six soldiers were injured.
His commanding officer, Major Stuart McDonald, said he had been due to leave the base on Wednesday.
But he had asked to stay because he was worried about the lack of cover.
"This unselfish action epitomised his professionalism and dedication to his job," he said.
LCpl Rowe, of the Royal Army Veterinary Corps, had been attached to 2nd Battalion, The Parachute
Regiment.
He had joined the Army in Newcastle in March 2005 and was sent to Afghanistan three years later.
Major Chris Ham said: "As an Ammunition and Explosives Search Dog Handler, LCpl Rowe was an integral
part of 2 PARA’s capability to conduct effective search operations.
"He died supporting his colleagues in a situation that required his customary composure and
professionalism in handling his dog whilst facing a substantial threat from the enemy.
In doing so he demonstrated all of the spirit, dedication and bravery of both his own unit and the
Company of which he had become an integral part."
Captain Cees Bennett, Veterinary Officer, added: "Ken was the cheeky Geordie who always made you
smile, even when he was annoyingly cheerful in the mornings.
"He took pride in what he did and in becoming better at it; he was already someone who others looked
up to.
"He will be sorely missed as that bright spark in a crowd and as a genuinely good bloke."IF ANY OF
KENNETHS FAMILY WOULD LIKE TO TAKE OVER THIS SITE PLEASE CONTACT ME ON THE RIGHT,
A little note to let you know im thinking of you ♥ ♥
free as a bird,♥ fly like the dove,♥ so hard to say goodbye to someone you love♥ , think of the good, times ♥ plays a part,no one can take what you hold in your heart♥ ♥ . Love Always Anne xxx
If tears could build a stairway,
And memories were a lane,
We would walk right up to heaven
And bring you back again.
Our hearts still ache in sadness
And secret tears still flow.
What it meant to lose you
No one can ever know.
But now we know you want us
To mourn for you no more.
To remember all the happy times,
Life still has much in store.
Since you'll never be forgotten,
We pledge to you today:
A hallowed place within our hearts
Is where you'll always stay
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I’m sending this to you
To say how much you mean to me
I’m so lonely when your not around
Please read as it says it all
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Pass this hug to all of your friends
And back to me, see how many
You get back!
1-5 HUGS….Your on someones mind!
5-10 HUGS…Someone likes you!
10-15 HUGS..Someone loves you very much
15-20 HUGS..WOW! You are really loved a lot
BET YOU GET LOADS BACK BECAUSE
YOUR AN ANGEL HERE ON EARTH
(¯`C´¯)
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(¸.•´ (¸.•´ .•´ ¸¸.•¨¯`♥A
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so proud to hav known u !
ken ive just herd from suzanne the news its so sad, i dont like listening to wots goin wrong ova there as my brother is there at the min , im so proud to hav known u, im sure ur beautiful daughter will grow up being so proud of her daddy, keep watchin ova her and make her smile as much as u did ur a credit to this country sleep tight xx
Hope all is well, thankyou for all your support, love and light to you my friend, forever in my thoughts ~~ sending my love as always~~Charlotte xxx
I was a thousand-piece puzzle put together
And I knew who I was, and why.
The pieces fit together so nicely
As we walked through this life, you and I.
But you've left me and now this puzzle
Has been tossed and whirled about.
And I can't seem to put it together
For some of the pieces are left out.
So who am I now that you've left me?
How does this puzzle of me take shape?
The pieces don't quite fit together
Not even using glue and some tape.
I wish I had something to go by
Like a photo of me all complete,
So I could see if the pieces are placed right
Or if I should just give up in defeat.
Yes, who am I now that you're gone?
I know I'm not the same as before.
This puzzle of me is missing pieces . . .
Critical ones from down in my core.
I'll just keep turning the pieces over
Until I find who I'm supposed to be.
It's just going to take some time, Lord
To figure out this picture of me
my family, my friends iv been around
iv tried to bang iv made a sound
i want to say im here with you
through every day in all you do
so many people i know they care
iv heard them talk iv heard their prayer
the pink stone you ve chose i love alot
will be the best a lovely plot
i thank u all for my lovely stuff
i know its hard i know its rough
but im ok and now im at ease
iv heard you laugh iv heard you tease
the brightest star that ever shone
for that is me,i am not wrong
so il blow a kiss from me to u
please remember im here whatever you do xx
I thought I saw your face today, in the sparkle of the morning sun.
And then I heard the angel say, 'Their work on earth is done.'
I thought I heard your voice today, then laugh your hearty laugh.
And then I heard the angel say, 'There's peace dear one at last.'
I thought I felt your touch today, in the breeze that rustled by.
And then I heard the angel say, 'The spirit never dies.'
I thought I saw my broken heart, in the crescent of the moon.
And then I heard the angel say, 'The Lord is coming soon.'
I thought that you had left me, for the stars so far above.
And then I heard the angel say, 'They left you with their love.'
I thought that I would miss you so, and never find my way.
And then I heard the angel say, 'They're with you every day.'
The sun, the wind, the moon, the stars, will forever be around,
Reminding you of the love you shared, and the peace they've finally found.
lOVE & HUGS CHARLOTTE XXXX
Always in my thoughts, i will never forget your angel
love Charlotte xxx
Thank you, dear mum,
for the little time we had together.
Now I'm on my way to Heaven,
and without you, it will seem forever.
As I strolled through Heaven's Gates,
I was greeted by a Heavenly Host.
They said, 'Follow us,
We will show you who loves you most.'
'Look through Heaven's portals.'
As I gazed through the portal
looking down ... there you stood,
with a bright light all around.
Now, I know you are not alone.
I saw Jesus by your side.
He will help you with all your sorrow.
With you, He will always abide.
I asked our Lord, here in Heaven,
as He sat me by His knee,
'Please, when it's time for you to come,
that your soul will again be with me.'
I know it's hard for you to understand
that my time there on earth was so very short.
But, always keep me in your memories
As we keep our love alive in each other's heart.
Look toward the heavens.
You will see my star shining bright.
Thank God for all of your blessings.
I'll visit you in your dreams each night.
I love you more than when you gave me birth.
And, I thank you for the life, to me, you gave.
A crown of pearls is waiting for each of you.
For, my soul you gave to Him to save xxx
A Brave Brave Man, R I P Kenneth xxxxxx
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