Girlfriend speaks of a happy future planned (From Croydon Guardian)

Girlfriend speaks of a happy future planned

9:30am Wednesday 22nd February 2012 in Local news By Hannah Williamson

Philippa Roscoe paid tribute to her boyfriend in a statement which said the pair had planned a long and happy future together.

She said: "Dylan and I were very much in love. I am comforted by the blueys I still have from him in which he makes plans for our future wedding and children.

"I am glad that the inquest has allowed us to learn more about the support that is now in place for Marines returning from active service and how the procedure has been improved.

"However, Dylan chose to set out in a note how he felt and therefore I very much hope his words will not be ignored. Dylan will be sorely missed by us all."

Miss Roscoe said Marine Kemp's suicide note read: "I just want to say I love all of my family dearly and Philippa, again, I am sorry and I truly do love you.

"Please do as much fundraising for the marines who have been to Afghan and end up as messed up as I have. I have too much anger inside me and only want to be back there.

"Royal Marine staff are excellent so don't let this be a pitfall for them, but I slipped through the net and I'm sure many will follow."