The obituary notice of Cdr. Charles William Obe Mscsoc Rn CRICHTON

Charles was a wonderful and inspiring “grandad” type figure.

I met Charles at the South Yard Naval Base Museum while I was detached from my SM training group awaiting my 1st drafting.

Over the years I kept in touch (2004-2009) frequently speaking to Charles in and around the dockyard in his duties or when he was with the pipe band.

If only every one in life showed the same character the world would be a much nicer place.

Thank for taking the time to share your career and offer advice in the years I knew you in the yard.

Stephen Blakey

Charles made my frequent’business’ trips on behalf of English Heritage such a joy - more of a holiday than work. I was going to get in touch again but sadly missed him by 20 months. Tempus fugit, but happy memories remain. Robert Law

It was always a great pleasure, an honour and often good fun to work with Cdr Charles Crichton in Devonport Naval Base. A true true gentleman. Nigel Baxter

I had the absolute pleasure of working with Charles in Devonport Dockyard on the Naval Heritage Museum development work. He was always a gentleman - courteous, kind, attentive and with such integrity. Not forgetting of course his mischievous warm sense of humour. So many people have benefitted from his generosity of spirit and public service. I lit a prayer candle today for Charles' family because I cannot attend the special service for him at St Andrew's Church. Rest in peace Charles. You touched our hearts and lives with your humility, dedication and kindness.
Wendy Coulton

I was a volunteer for the Dockyard Museum and Charles always helped me with anything I wanted. He was a very great man. Peter Waterhouse

I worked in the dockyard for 24 years and Cdr Crichton was always around, always happy, polite and friendly. He will be sadly missed by all that knew him. Rest in peace Sir. Calm seas and fair winds.

A true gentleman and friend that I am so grateful to have met and worked with .My thoughts and prayers to Delia and family from Louise (HMNB)

A wonderful supporter of Plymouth as a naval city & of many organisations. Always full of energy & enthusiasm & a lot of fun to be with. Will be greatly missed.