Guardsman Neil 'Tony' Downes

DOB: 10/09/1986

Student of Middleton Technology School

Dates attended school 1998 - 2003

This page is a tribute to our former student Tony who gave his life whilst serving in the 1st Battalion Grenadier Guards in Afghanistan. He will be fondly remembered by all staff and students here at Middleton Technology School and our heartfelt sympathy goes out to all his family and friends at this difficult time.

Please take a moment to share with us your thoughts and memories of a popular, bright and brave young man.

A condolence book will be in the foyer of school from Monday.

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