On Thursday 4th July 2013 the Nautical Training Corps said a sad farewell to our Commodore, David Wright with a touching service for family and friends.
Commanding the respect and admiration of Cadets and Officers throughout the Corps, David Wright was also a friend and guide who took personal pride and care over everything he did. Without question, David's hard work, enthusiasm and determination helped to steer and form the NTC and to ensure its survival for future generations to enjoy.
David's involvement with the Corps began, like many of our volunteers, through his children who began attending TS Glorious in 1976. The next few years saw a rise through the ranks and promotion to Commanding Officer in 1985.
This was just the beginning however and a few years later a transfer to National Head Quarters beckoned and in 2009 a well deserved promotion to Commodore was made.
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| The NTC 'Red Ensign' |
David campaigned tirelessly to ensure the future of the Corps, developing relationships with local companies and councils and offering help and advise to further and better the ships and Corps in general.
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| The Commodore was always keen to recognise the hard work put in by Corps Members.. |
2012 saw a whole host of activities for the Nautical Training Corps celebrating the Olympics and the Queen's Jubilee. It was a great year for the NTC and one that David was particularly proud of, with cadets leading and supporting parades, parties and events across the south.
Sadly, on Friday 14th June 2013, David peacefully passed away following a long fought battle with cancer. He will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all those in the Corps. Our deepest sympathies go to David's family.
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| A very proud Commodore David Wright, pictured at Founders Day in 2012 |
