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BBC News
10-06-2025
- BBC News
Chris Garrett: Memorial for bomb specialist killed in Ukraine
A memorial service is to be held in the hometown of a bomb disposal specialist killed in Ukraine last Garrett, from Peel on the Isle of Man, died near Izyum in the east of the country on 6 remains were repatriated back to the island on 23 May, which included a guard of honour at the airport followed by a cavalcade back to Peel led by the Moddey Dhoo Motorcycle Club.A service to honour his life is to take place in the town's cathedral at 14:00 BST. The 40-year-old had volunteered with the Ukraine National Guard, after previously helping in the country in both 2014 and 2017, before returning when war broke out in February well as clearing thousands of tonnes of land mines during his time in the war-torn country, he also co-founded the humanitarian and mine clearance charity Prevail Courtney Pollock said he "was doing one of the most dangerous jobs in the world, he will be immensely missed".People attending the service have been invited to wear a scarf or tie in the colours of the Ukrainian flag. Read more stories from the Isle of Man on the BBC, watch BBC North West Tonight on BBC iPlayer and follow BBC Isle of Man on Facebook and X.
Perth Now
02-06-2025
- Perth Now
Tributes for Aussie killed in Ukraine
A memorial service for an Australian who died volunteering with a humanitarian and mine clearance charity in Ukraine will be held this week. Nicholas Parsons, 28, was working in the country's war-torn east with Prevail Together, a US and UK-based group that sends volunteers into Ukraine. He was killed alongside the charity's co-founder Chris Garrett, as well as another team member who was severely injured in an incident near Izyum on May 6. Nicholas Parsons, 28, was working in the country's war-torn east with Prevail Together, a US and UK-based group that sends volunteers into Ukraine, when he was killed alongside the charity's cofounder Chris Garrett. Credit: Supplied Mr Parsons heartbroken friends have been raising money to help his family 'give him the send off he deserves' at a service in Townsville on Thursday. Lachie Romer organised the fundraiser, which has seen people donate more than $22,000, saying on the tribute page they had lost their beautiful mate far too soon. 'It still doesn't feel real, and it's hard to find the right words to say,' he said. A memorial service will be held for Australian volunteer Nick Parsons who was killed in the Ukraine. GoFundMe Credit: Supplied 'Nic was one of those people you just loved being around — always up for a laugh, always there when you needed him, and someone who made life better just by being in it. 'Let's come together and do this for Nic — for the good times, the laughs, and the memories we'll never forget. Rest easy, legend. We'll miss you forever.' A funeral will be held for Mr Parsons at the Morley Funeral Home, followed by a wake at the Townsville RSL.
West Australian
02-06-2025
- West Australian
Memorial service to be held for Nicholas Parsons who was killed volunteering in Ukraine
A memorial service for an Australian who died volunteering with a humanitarian and mine clearance charity in Ukraine will be held this week. Nicholas Parsons, 28, was working in the country's war-torn east with Prevail Together, a US and UK-based group that sends volunteers into Ukraine. He was killed alongside the charity's co-founder Chris Garrett, as well as another team member who was severely injured in an incident near Izyum on May 6. Mr Parsons heartbroken friends have been raising money to help his family 'give him the send off he deserves' at a service in Townsville on Thursday. Lachie Romer organised the fundraiser, which has seen people donate more than $22,000, saying on the tribute page they had lost their beautiful mate far too soon. 'It still doesn't feel real, and it's hard to find the right words to say,' he said. 'Nic was one of those people you just loved being around — always up for a laugh, always there when you needed him, and someone who made life better just by being in it. 'Let's come together and do this for Nic — for the good times, the laughs, and the memories we'll never forget. Rest easy, legend. We'll miss you forever.' A funeral will be held for Mr Parsons at the Morley Funeral Home, followed by a wake at the Townsville RSL.
News.com.au
02-06-2025
- General
- News.com.au
Memorial service to be held for Nicholas Parsons who was killed volunteering in Ukraine
A memorial service for an Australian who died volunteering with a humanitarian and mine clearance charity in Ukraine will be held this week. Nicholas Parsons, 28, was working in the country's war-torn east with Prevail Together, a US and UK-based group that sends volunteers into Ukraine. He was killed alongside the charity's co-founder Chris Garrett, as well as another team member who was severely injured in an incident near Izyum on May 6. Mr Parsons heartbroken friends have been raising money to help his family 'give him the send off he deserves' at a service in Townsville on Thursday. Lachie Romer organised the fundraiser, which has seen people donate more than $22,000, saying on the tribute page they had lost their beautiful mate far too soon. 'It still doesn't feel real, and it's hard to find the right words to say,' he said. 'Nic was one of those people you just loved being around — always up for a laugh, always there when you needed him, and someone who made life better just by being in it. 'Let's come together and do this for Nic — for the good times, the laughs, and the memories we'll never forget. Rest easy, legend. We'll miss you forever.' A funeral will be held for Mr Parsons at the Morley Funeral Home, followed by a wake at the Townsville RSL.
7NEWS
02-06-2025
- Politics
- 7NEWS
Tributes for Australian veteran lost in Ukraine landmine blast
Family and friends will gather this week to honour a 28-year-old Australian veteran killed clearing landmines in Ukraine. Nick Parsons was working with UK-based humanitarian group Prevail Together when he suffered fatal injuries near the city of Izyum in eastern Ukraine last month. The blast also claimed the life of British co-founder Chris Garrett and left a third person critically injured. Known affectionately as 'Nic' among friends, Parsons was remembered by close mate Lachie Romer as someone who brought light and laughter wherever he went. 'Nic was ... always up for a laugh, always there when you needed him, and someone who made life better just by being in it,' Romer wrote in a fundraiser to support Parsons' family and help cover funeral expenses. The campaign has seen an outpouring of support nationwide, raising over $20,000 in its first 15 hours. 'Let's come together and do this for Nic — for the good times, the laughs, and the memories we'll never forget,' Romer said. 'Rest easy, legend. 'We'll miss you forever.' A funeral service will be held on Thursday, June 5, at Morleys Funeral Home in Townsville, Queensland,followed by a memorial gathering at the Townsville RSL, where loved ones will share stories and celebrate Nicholas' life. Following the tragedy, Ukraine's ambassador to Australia, Vasyl Myroshnychenko, praised Parsons' courage and selflessness. 'Demining is one of those areas where your life is 50/50 — you can live or you can die. 'We are very thankful to him and for his courageous work in Ukraine.' Prime Minister Anthony Albanese also offered his condolences, confirming Parsons had been engaged in humanitarian work and not in combat. 'The situation is extremely dangerous and we continue to strongly advise all Australians not to travel to Ukraine under any circumstances,' Albanese said. The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is currently providing consular support to Parsons' family, while Prevail Together works alongside Ukrainian authorities to investigate the incident. Meanwhile, in a significant military development, a on Sunday. The operation, personally overseen by President Volodymyr Zelensky, reportedly took more than 18 months to plan. The attack came just one day ahead of new direct talks between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul, as Russian forces continued to bombard Ukrainian cities with missiles and drones.
