My Own Memories

Sid was a shipmate of mine during our time aboard the Rotherwick Castle. It was a double-header voyage, with Sid serving as Senior Cadet and me as Second Officer. For nearly nine months, he was my junior on the 12–4 watch, both at sea and in port.

It would be hard to imagine a more amiable and conscientious cadet. He and his fellow cadet, “Alf” Barnett, made the voyage thoroughly enjoyable. I can't quite recall how they came to be known as Sid and Alf, but the names suited them perfectly and reflected the affection and camaraderie they inspired among the officers. I suspect “Alf” got his nickname first (Alf Barnett—Alf Garnett), and it naturally followed to call the other “Sid.”

When I heard of Sid’s tragic passing in 1971, I was shocked and deeply saddened. He was a fine shipmate, a promising young officer, and a good friend.

Clansman - December 1971

Supplied by his sister Sheila

Bryan James Settatree, also known as 'Sid' to his many friends and shipmates. 1949 -1971

Bryan qualified as 2nd Officer in 1970 and was due to return to sea serving in this role in late 1971, but sadly he was tragically killed on 13/11/71, aged 22, whilst on shore leave, where he was making arrangements for his forthcoming marriage to his fiancée Gill.

Gone far too soon but never forgotten.