LETHAM, John
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Known as:
Jock
Rank:
Marine
Unit / Base:
46RM Commando
Regiment/Corps:
Royal Marines
Service:
Royal Navy
Service Number:
CH/X110283
Born:
Sunday, January 6, 1924
Birthplace:
Coatbridge, Scotland
Died :
Saturday, October 22, 2011
Place died or last resided:
Romford, Essex
Age:
87
Served in 'A' Troop of 46RM Commando.
John 'Jock' Letham was born in Coatbridge, Scotland and died in Romford Essex. He was a professional goalkeeper who played 100 matches for Hereford United. He had five children.
Extract from Bulls News
Pedigree Hereford FC website
26 October 2011
The late Ron Parrott, formerly Hereford United historian, recalled "Young Jock signed for United from Dartford in 1949/50 and spent three seasons at Edgar Street. During the first season he was in contention for the keeper’s jersey with Percy Lovett. Both were exceptional custodians and reliable performers and there was little to choose between them. Jock made exactly 100 appearances for the club".
Sources
Nominal Roll in The Story of 46 Commando, Royal Marines, by Captain P.K.W. Johnson, RM".
List of RM Commandos from RY (former CA Sec and CBF.
The Family of Jock Letham including his son John and his daughter Jean.
[Image] Cropped from photo of 46RM Cdo. 'A' Troop in Gallery.
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