Rip Mark Taff Langley

Devastated at the news I've heard.
Totally shocked this is absurd
The passing of a Welsh legend
Proud to have served my butty friend.

He started his long career
As a proud Welsh infanteer
He then transferred to the Corps
His knowledge he used thats for sure

I first met taff in the Adriatic 
In a place we all called FRY
Former Republic of Yugoslavia
For those that don't know why

Taff was known to do silly things
But one that comes to mind 
Being pumped up a scam 12
Blind just leading the blind 

He earned a commendation whilst in Afghanistan
As multiple commander he looked after every man
A real genuine gentle man who liked a practical joke
His favourite tipple was vodka and coke 

The next verse is for you
Reading from above
I hope it hits a chord baloo
Also for those that you love

Gwneud hyn yn Gymraeg i chi er fy mod i'n teimlo'n las eich calon oedd calon y ddraig Gymreig chwedl a pharagon

Doing this in welsh for you
even though i'm feeling blue
your heart was that of the welsh dragon
a legend and a paragon

I apologize now if my grammar is wrong
Like butty would say you f*****g mong 
When you served you were a "RELAY"
Not one if gods chosen what can I say

The black dog was on his shoulder
I know It's a crap place to be
I'm gutted brother soldier
You didn't shout out to me

My condolences to the family
The brotherhood does feel your pain
R.I.P Brother Mark Langley
Until we meet again

So save all of us a seat at the bar.
With Tony, Mac, Ange, to name but a few.
You have left behind your family and friends
We all miss you!!!!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Theraven Avatar
May 31, 2021 at 2:31 PM
Gordon, Truest friend & mate a Welshman could ever have. RIP Mark Taff Langley -Richard
Alexander Avatar
June 1, 2021 at 2:42 AM
Thankyou for your kind words Richard it means a lot
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