Driver John Charles Rimmer (2085)
'B' Bty, 241st (1/2nd South Midland) Brigade, Royal Field Artillery, 48th Division, T.F. B.E.F.
Malvern Commemoration: Holy Trinity North Malvern
Burial/Commemoration: Sainte Marie Cemetery
Nature of Death: Died of pneumonia at Le Havre, France 21/6/16
Age: 22
Next of Kin: Eldest son of Frederick and Mary Elizabeth Rimmer of Woodbine Cottage, Link Top
Previous Employment: At Messrs Nalin & Co, Worcester
John Charles Rimmer died in hospital in Le Havre, France, and was buried with full military honours. He was the eldest son of the late Mr Frederick Rimmer and Mrs Mary Elizabeth Rimmer of Woodbine Cottage, Link Top. He lived at Rockcliffe, Newtown Road. He was a member of Holy Trinity branch of the Church of England Mens’ Society, a keen footballer and well known in athletic circles. He was formerly employed at the offices of Messrs Nalin and Co, Worcester.
Malvern News 8/7/16
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