Tributes have flooded in for a popular Scots RAF man after he tragically died at the weekend.
David Enbom, 21, sadly passed away on Saturday, November 23, sending shockwaves through everyone at RAF Lossiemouth. He leaves behind his mum Donna, dad Steven, and sister Chelsie.
David, also knows as Davey, joined the armed forces 2023 and followed in the footsteps of his father and grandfather by signing up to the RAF and joining the Engineering and Logistics Wing.
David attended St Geradine’s Primary School and Lossiemouth High School, before completing his initial training at RAF Halton last year, before returning home to Moray for his first posting three months later in August, 2023.
David’s colleagues at RAF Lossiemouth have paid tribute to a “sharp-witted character with a real spark”.
Wing Commander Sharon Evelegh-Hall, Officer Commanding, RAF Lossiemouth Engineering and Logistics Wing said: “ In spite of his relatively short time in the RAF, his impact was extensive. An extremely professional and popular individual, he invested a great deal of his time enhancing the social fabric of the Wing, organising functions and volunteering for duties to help out his friends and colleagues. David will be sorely missed but his legacy and our memories will endure. My thoughts, and those of everyone on the Engineering and Logistics Wing, are with his family and friends at this incredibly difficult time.”
Squadron Leader Jack Savage, Officer Commanding, RAF Lossiemouth Logistics and Supply Squadron commented: “The news of AS1 Enbom’s death has hit the Squadron hard. Although he initially came across as quiet, it quickly became clear that Davey was a sharp-witted character with a real spark.
“He had become a very popular lad during his 15 months with us and could usually be found at the centre of the Squadron’s social activities. He put his hand up for everything – guard duties over Christmas, Poppy Appeal collections, organising our Christmas Draw.
“Davey loved his job, and had a lot of potential, but the most important thing to remember is that a family has lost a son, brother, and grandson at far too young an age, and a large number of our enlisted aviators have lost a friend. I’d like to offer our condolences to his family at this terrible time.”
Warrant Officer Neil Mackie, Squadron Warrant Officer, Logistics Support Squadron said: “AS1 David Enbom was a genuinely very polite character who was hard working and always willing to get involved in wider aspects of Sqn & Service life. Being a very popular member of the Logistics Support Squadron, his tragic loss has been devastating and he will be sorely missed by everyone whom he worked with, the wider Station and local community. My sincere condolences and thoughts go out to David’s family and friends at this extremely sad time.”
Sgt Garry Russell, Senior NCO Secondary Accounts, Supply Control and Accounting Flight said: “With an exceptional work ethic and strong commitment to his role, he was a respected and trusted member of the SCAF team. Highly popular with a “cheeky” personality, he was always at the centre of any banter within the office where he made everyone around him feel valued and included. Driven to do his best in any task given to him, he was always quick to keep his managers on their toes if they were late with their responsibilities! His loss will leave a huge void in the SCAF team but his memory will stay strong in all of us, which is testament to how much he was loved. I’d also like to extend our deepest condolences to his family and friends at this difficult time.”
William Waddell, Supply Control and Accounting Flight commented: “The loss of David from our lives will be a wound that will take a long time to heal. He wasn’t just our friend or colleague, he was a son, brother and loved member of a big family. We will miss him in ways words can’t quite describe.
“Ever the confidant of many, he was always a person who was there for everyone, any time of the day. We will always remember him as a funny wee boy, who was always laughing, brightening up our day.”
Jordan Roberts, Supply Control and Accounting Flight added: ” Having only met David in May, we quickly became close friends, as if we’ve known each other a lifetime. A fun individual who never failed to make anyone laugh, whether it be in the office or out on a social. A record of 10 wins in a row at pool, he’d hustle his way, fuelled with several cans of Monster and Scotmid’s Steak Pies. Don’t worry David your record still stands on top over everyone!”
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