| Location | Northern Ireland |
| Age | 24 years |
| Cause of Death | In the Line of Duty |
| Visitors | 2,499 since 09/03/2009 |
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Sapper Quinsey was born in Birmingham in 1985 and joined the Army when he was 19. Following his
basic training he attended the combat engineer course at Minley before qualifying as an electrician
at the Royal School of Military Engineering in Chatham. He served with 38 Engineer Regiment in both
Ripon and Northern Ireland and deployed on a number of training exercises throughout the UK. Most
recently he attended the intensive class 1 electricians' course, which he completed with flying
colours in 2008.
Sapper Quinsey was a charismatic and affable young soldier. Eager to put his recently gained trade
knowledge to use, Sapper Quinsey was looking forward to the operational challenges that Afghanistan
would offer. At only 23 he had already emerged as a mature, reliable and hugely capable young
soldier with vast future potential.
Lieutenant Colonel Roger Lewis, Commanding Officer 38 Engineer Regiment, said:
"Sapper Quinsey was an outwardly calm, resolute and motivated young soldier. A social live wire
and hugely popular across the regiment, he was rarely away from the centre of the action.
"Professionally his approach reflected his infectious enthusiasm for life. As one of the few
soldiers within my regiment to have completed the demanding class 1 electricians' course his trade
skills were invaluable. He was hugely passionate about his trade and eager to put his new
qualifications to good use in Afghanistan. We were expecting him to play a vital role maintaining
the living and working conditions of British soldiers serving in southern Afghanistan. Tragically he
has been denied this opportunity.
"This has been a traumatic time and the regiment and I are devastated to have lost such a fine
and promising soldier. It is with greatest sympathy that I extend my sincere and heartfelt
condolences to Mark's family and friends for their irreplaceable loss."
Major Darren Woods, Officer Commanding 25 Field Squadron, said:
"The death of Sapper Quinsey has dealt a heavy blow to the squadron, many of whom have already
deployed to Afghanistan. To lose such a charismatic young soldier in the prime of his life has been
a tragedy of immeasurable magnitude.
"I have known Sapper Quinsey for almost two years and in that time have never found him without
a positive word or the ability to make light of any situation. His wide circle of friends pays
testimony to his popularity. As a soldier he was committed to achieving the best he could in all
areas. In particular he was an accomplished tradesman who new that his work could and would make a
difference to the daily lives of his friends and comrades on operations. This was always Mark's
motivation.
"My last and perhaps abiding memory of Sapper Quinsey will be him helping the second-in-command
work late to complete the final deployment preparations to send the squadron on operations. It was
neither Mark's role nor responsibility, but he did it and did it well. That was his way; no
complaints, just get it done. He will be sorely missed.
"Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are now with Mark's family throughout this period and into
what will undoubtedly be a difficult time ahead."
~~~~~~~ I AM NOT GONE ~~~~~~~~
I am not gone, I am changed.
Have faith and please believe me.
God did not take me away from you,
He split the skies and received me.
Now...
I'm an echo in your laughter,
a reflection in your tears,
an extra thread of strength
to help you overcome your fears.
I'm an added ray of sunshine,
more joy for you to share,
a fragrance of the life you live.
Wherever you are - I am there.
Copyright� Terri McPherson.2002
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All these kisses are so full of love..
Just for you in heaven above
So Night night precious Angel..
Just you go and rest
Always remember..
You are the BEST
GOODNIGHT X
GOD BLESS X
SWEET DREAMS X
copyright� Jackie Thomas 12/09/09.
Still in our hearts
Mark still cant get my head around you going, im trying my best to be strong for your sister and she needs my comfort more.
You would be proud of Jaime for how strong she is being when she is hurting so much deep down.
We are doing well with your fundrasing and ur charity, your memory is going to be around us forever.
We have a bike ride for you in two weeks its not far but its for you and thats all that matters, we have people doing events for you and raising money in your memory babe.
You are in our thoughts everyday everymin every second.
We miss you Mark but we know u are looking down on us which brings us comfort.
Love
Danixxxxxxxx
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☆ Tiny stars, shining bright, its time for me to say good night. So close your eyes, and snuggle up tight, I'm wishing you sweet dreams tonight ★
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★ ★ LOVE SARAH ★ ★
♥⊱♥⊰~⊱♥⊰⊱♥⊰~⊱♥⊰⊱♥⊰~⊱♥⊰
On Angel Wings
On angel wings you do fly
On angel wings into the sky
On angel wings i do cry
Because those angel wings took you away
On angel wings the heralds sing
Is there no such lovely thing?
On angel wings you fly away.
I will see these angel wings again someday
When i am old and my time has come
On angel wings I will fly
Until I'm holding you once again
Smiling on angel wings.
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Friendship Joy
You are a shelter
From life’s frequent storm;
Like a comfortable blanket;
You keep me snug, safe and warm.
You’re a light in the window
When everything’s dark;
You’re a trip to the circus,
A picnic in the park.
Like a bright, sunny summer,
You are joy without end;
And I’m so very privileged
To call you my friend.
Mark miss you everyday x
Mark, i still can't get over you bein taken away from us, it still hurts every day and you are always in my thoughts. In my time i have known you when we were at Baverstock and out of school i will cherise them memories till the end of time. I am so proud to say i have known you. Im doing a charity walk up snowdon for you and your fallen friends. You will never be forgotten by anyone who knew you as you left memories with us all we can treasure. Sleep tight Babe miss and love you. Danix
Really Sad
I was really saddened about this pointless killing. Sincere sympathies to Mark's family, friends and colleagues.
can u help???
To the creator ov this site, i have been on several momorial sites on here and afew have songs. is it possible u could upload 'stay with me' by dj ironik onto marks site. this would add a personal touch 2 every1 who knew him and attended his funeral as he was carried out of the church 2 this song! thank you x
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