Horace died in the mid 70's. His funeral was attended by many Phantom aviators and groundcrew alike. He was a very kind man - especially to under confident young student aircrew. Some of the aircrew flew from far afield for Horace's send off.
I returned to the OCU for a visit some 3 years after joining my first squadron. Horace met me at the aeroplane, greeted me by name and asked after many others by name.
A lovely guy - absolutely dedicated to helping everybody he possibly could.
I often raise a glass to Horace and shall do tonight.