| Location | Mansfield |
| Age | 19 years |
| Visitors | 992 since 19/08/2006 |
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Private Andrew Barrie Cutts
Private Andrew Barrie Cutts, from Mansfield, was born on 8 January 1987 and enlisted into the Army
in July 2003. Following basic training he was posted as a driver into 13 Air Assault Support
Regiment, The Royal Logistic Corps, based in Colchester.
Private Cutts deployed to Afghanistan on 11 March 2006 as part of the Regiment’s Force Protection
Troop. This was formed from specially selected and highly trained soldiers within the unit and
charged with the responsibility of providing firepower and protection for logistic support convoys
delivering combat supplies to British troops in Helmand Province.
Andrew was immensely liked and respected by all those that knew him. He was a popular member of the
troop who could always be relied upon to break the tension with a smile and a joke. A fit, highly
skilled and diligent soldier with a quiet, unassuming manner, he was preparing himself for parachute
selection on return to Colchester. He was a dedicated supporter of his local football team,
Mansfield Town, but his real passion lay with his family of whom he talked regularly and with great
fondness.
His Commanding Officer, Lieutenant Colonel Neale Jouques OBE RLC, expressed the views of the entire
Regiment when he said:
"He died doing what he was good at, protecting his comrades. He was a brave and exemplary
soldier. It is with enormous regret that the Regiment reports the loss of Private Cutts. Our
thoughts and prayers are with Andrew’s family and girlfriend at this sad time."
WHERE PEACE FLOWS LIKE A RIVER.
Together We Will Journey
To That Land Up In The Sky
Where The Flame Does Burn Eternal
And The Soul Does Never Die.
Where The Harps Are Gently Playing
As A Host Of Angels Sing
Where The Road Is Paved With Diamonds
And The Golden Bells Do Ring.
Where The Path Is Set Before Us
Shining Brightly As The Sun
We Will See The Face Of Jesus
When Our Final Race Is Run.
Where The Peace Flows Like A River
Winding Through The Streets Of Gold
We Will Dine With Priests And Prophets
When The key To Life, We Hold.
Where The Flame Does Burn Eternal
In That Sacred Promised Land
Where God Holds The Gift Of Freedom
In The Cleft Of His Right Hand.
Where We'll See The Face Of Loved Ones
Long Before Us, Gone Away
What A Day Of Sweet Rejoicing
When We Meet Again Someday.
Where We'll Gather At The River
In Our Home Up In The Sky
Where The Peace Flows Like A Fountain
And The Soul Does Never Die.
Author/Written By: Marilyn Ferguson
� 2004
I can't believe its been 3 years now andrew, we all still miss you loads. You have a gorgeous little nephew now who we have names after you, but you probably already know because I know your with us most of the time. We love you andrew xxxx
A TRUE HERO
EVERY TEAR YOU SHED
I SILENTLY WIPE AWAY
I WISH I COULD BE WITH YOU
BUT I WASN`T MEANT TO STAY
IF ONLY I COULD HOLD YOU
AND SHOW YOU I AM STILL HERE
IF ONLY I COULD EASE YOUR PAIN
AND ERASE ALL OF YOUR FEAR
I HATE TO SEE YOU CRYING
I HATE TO SEE YOU SAD
WHERE I AM IS A BETTER PLACE
IT`S REALLY NOT THAT BAD
I AM YOUR STRENGTH WHEN LIVE SEEMS FUTILE
YOU`RE ANGEL IN THE SKY
I DIDN`T WANT TO LEAVE YOU
DIDN`T WANT TO MAKE YOU CRY
I AM WITH EVERY SECOND
EVERY HOUR OF THE DAY
AND WHENEVER YOU NEED DIRECTION
I WILL GUIDE YOU ON YOUR WAY
YOU NEVER ONCE LET ME DOWN
AND YOU ALWAYS SAW ME THROUGH
YOU STILL HAVE SO MUCH LOVE TO GIVE
AND TRULY I LOVE YOU
YOU WILL NEVER BE ALONE
SO SURROND YOURSELF WITH LOVE
AND TAKE COMFORT IN THE FACT
I`M WATCHING FROM ABOVE
Hi Andrew just wanted to tell you that we will be thinking of you and your family tomorrow and sending you all our love x x x x x x x x x
REMEMBERING YOU
SO YOUNG SO BRAVE - GOD BE WITH YOU ON REMEMBERANCE DAY AND EVERY DAY - YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN - WE WILL REMEMBER YOU FOR GIVING THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE SO THAT WE MAY LIVE IN PEACE
I am so very sorry for the loss of this fine young man and brave Soldier...
My deepest sympathy to his family.
Gone - NEVER FORGOTTEN.
Love Julie
(A Soldiers' mum)
x x x x x x x
i just want to say thankyou to another hero. my uncle was killed in afghanistan last year august 12 his death was accidental and it does not make it feel any easier . and our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. sleep peacefully andrew.
Can't Believe he's gone
I used to live at Number 18 on the same street as Andrew and his twin Brother James. When i moved there from Kent, the twin's were the first people i made friends with. We used to hang around with eachother all the time. (Myself, James, Andrew and my brother Adam). When i heard about Andrew's death on the local news i couldnt believe my ears. He was a true hero and will be fondly remembered by myself and my brother Adam. R.I.P Andrew
A True Hero
I would just like to say Andrew was a true hero and it is a tragedy that he died so young. My thoughts are with his family and friends.
to a hero
rest in peace dear andrew.we too know the pain of losing someone so young. yesterday we laid to rest my step-son wayne who's life was taken tragically on 22nd June 2006.we salute you a true hero.
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