| Location | Birmingham |
| Age | 29 years |
| Cause of Death | In the Line of Duty |
| Date of Birth | 1981 |
| Date of Death | 17/07/2010 |
| Visitors | 9,143 since 19/08/2010 |
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Staff Sergeant Brett George Linley, from 11 Explosive Ordnance Disposal Regiment, The Royal Logistic Corps, was killed in Afghanistan.
Staff Sergeant Linley, serving with the Counter-IED Task Force in support of Combined Force Nahr-e Saraj (South), was killed in an explosion during a counter-IED operation in the Nahr-e Saraj District of Helmand province.
Staff Sergeant Brett Linley enlisted into the Royal Logistic Corps in March 2001 and qualified as an Ammunition Technician in September 2002.
Over the next eight years, Staff Sergeant Linley trained for several Counter-IED roles and most recently in March 2010, qualified as a High Threat IEDD (Improvised Explosive Device Disposal) Operator. Over this time he perfected his bomb disposal skills whilst deployed on three separate tours of duty in Northern Ireland, working closely with the Police Service of Northern Ireland. He also deployed in the Ammunition Technician role to the Falklands Islands and Canada.
In late March 2010, Staff Sergeant Linley deployed with his IEDD team on Operation HERRICK to Afghanistan and conducted dozens of IED clearances across Helmand province.
On 17 July 2010, Staff Sergeant Linley and his team were working in support of Combined Force Nahr-e-Saraj (South) to clear IEDs from a major route when sadly he died following an IED explosion. The security of this route is vital to the freedom of manoeuvre, and as such, is a major priority in that area.
There is no doubt that during his tour of duty in Afghanistan, Staff Sergeant Linley's actions have saved many lives, both Afghan and British, and his death is a tragic loss to his unit, his family and his friends.
Lieutenant Colonel David Southall MBE Royal Engineers, Commanding Officer Counter-Improvised Explosive Device Task Force, said:
"Staff Sergeant Brett Linley was a man of courage and composure - his loss has shaken us all. He qualified earlier this year as a High Threat IEDD Operator, motivated by a simple desire to save life and play his part in Afghanistan.
"I will remember his calm, considered manner and, as one of life's grafters, his professionalism was meticulous; 'If it's worth doing, it's worth doing right' he'd tell his boys, both in training and on task. Brett faced the IED threat daily, but despite the risk, his heroism was without fuss or fanfare – such quiet and unassuming modesty endeared him to all.
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FOR MONDAY
In our hearts your memory lingers,
Sweetly tender, fond and true,
There is not a day, dear Loved One
That we do not think of you.
FOR TUESDAY
Nothing can ever take away
The love a heart holds dear.
Fond memories linger every day
Remembrance keeps them near.
FOR WEDNESDAY
Looking back with memories,
Upon the path you trod,
We bless the hours we had with you,
And leave the rest with God.
FOR THURSDAY
Those we love we never lose,
For always they will be,
Loved, remembered, treasured,
Always in our memory.
FOR FRIDAY
Memories Of Me
I’d like the memory of me
To be a happy one,
I’d like to leave an afterglow
Of smiles when life is done..
I’d like to leave an echo
Whispering softly down the ways,
Of happy times and laughing times
And bright and sunny days.
I’d like the tears of those who grieve,
To dry before the sun,
Of happy memories that I leave behind
When life is done.
FOR SATURDAY
Separated For Now
Although death has separated us physically,
Faith and love have bound us eternally.
Though we cannot see you,
We know you are here.
Though we cannot touch you,
We feel the warmth of your smile,
As we begin a new chapter in our lives.
Today we pause to reflect upon
Those who have shaped our character,
Molded our spirits and touched our hearts.
May the lighting of this candle be a
Reminder of the memories we have shared,
A representation of the everlasting
Impact you have made upon our lives.
FOR SUNDAY
A Special Gift
You were a gift sent straight from Heaven.
Given to us from God above.
We didn't know how much you would teach us
About the meaning of true love...
For true love sometimes means letting go
Of someone precious and dear.
That is what we were forced to do...
Although we wanted to keep you here!!!
However, this is quite a selfish wish.
One we know we should ignore...
But, sweet Angel, we truly do believe
That God must have needed you more...
Perhaps to be an Angel now,
Full of wisdom and love...
Watching over those of us who love you
From the shining stars above.
We miss you more than you can know.
You will never be replaced...
In our hearts and memories forever,
Will be your sweet and innocent sleeping face.
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*~*SUNDAY *~*
i've taken a million kisses,and wrapped them up with love,
and asked the wind to carry them,to you in heaven above xxxx
*~*MONDAY*~*
memories are forever,lasting all life through,
ours are very precious,because they are of you xxxx
*~*TUESDAY*~*
in god's care you rest above,in our hearts you rest with love,
memories of you are ours to keep,our words are few but our love is deep xxxx
*~*WEDNESDAY*~*
a silent prayer,a kiss of gold,
and all the love this candle can hold xxxx
*~*THURSDAY*~*
silent memories true and tender,
just to show we still remember xxxx
*~*FRIDAY*~*
it only takes a moment,to light this candle for you,
to let you know you're in my thoughts,
and your loving family too xxxx
for brett
you were one of the brave ones thank you for keeping us safe.....
now it is your time to rest x
Always Remembered
I didn't know Brett, but he was obviously a very brave guy who gave his life to fight for our civilised way of living. My great uncle died at Gallipoli - he was only 19 - I have a photo of him and my grandfather before they went there. Some other members of my family were also victims of the 2nd World War. Now we are dealing with a threat that could be greater than anything we have known in the past. For our boys and girls in the frontline, this is even more dangerous than in the past - they know it, so they are so brave. Everyone has different ways of remembering - I came across this memorial by chance, and will pray for Brett's happiness in his new life in heaven - and may he always look over his family with his protecting arm.
Best wishes
Peter
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freedom
when men from the wars gone by say "we fought for your freedom" the younger generation forget or dont understand.
Hopefully hearing of men and women like you they have learned to understand, that without you all there is no life as we now know it.
Your freedom? well i hope its eternal light, and a mark on the heart of every one you have known.
god bless and keep you.
the fighters in the Macdonald family salute you .xx
You made the ultimate sacrifice. You will never be forgotten. Forever respected and honored. Thank you for your service. RIP and god bless
For Brett
My Soldier Boy
My angel was a soldier boy
travelling far and wide,
He served his country faithfully
with his comrades by his side.
My soldier boy was just a child
when he signed up for the cause,
but little did we know that soon
he would be fighting in the wars.
He wore his uniform so proud,
and medals for all to see,
but little did I know quite soon,
he wouldn't come back to me.
So as he waved bye bye that day
We both stood there and cried,
and then that awful letter came
for his country he had died.
I sometimes smile, I sometimes cry
now that we are apart
I will never forget you soldier boy
You're always in my heart.
Copyright© Jean Cavanagh 2009
re brave young man
you sadly lost your life serving your country. you are brave and loyal young man. rest in peace god will look after you now.sleep tight young solider xxxx
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