Book of Remembrance of
Alan Whittington
In Loving Memory of Alan Whittington
This book of remembrance celebrates the life and legacy of Alan Whittington, who passed away on Sunday, 14th December 2025.
Alan was more than a colleague—he was a visionary leader whose passion for the transport sector touched everyone who had the privilege of working alongside him. Throughout his distinguished career, he brought exceptional expertise, unwavering dedication, and an inspiring commitment to excellence.
Alan had a remarkable ability to mentor, encourage, and empower those around him, shaping not just transport systems but the professionals who would carry the sector forward. His legacy lives on in the countless individuals he inspired.
This book stands as a testament to Alan’s profound impact—a space for colleagues, friends, and family to share memories, express gratitude, and honor a life dedicated to making a difference. Each contribution within these pages reflects the breadth of Alan’s influence and the depth of affection felt by all who knew him.
We invite you to add your reflections, stories, and tributes as we remember Alan’s remarkable contributions and celebrate a life well lived.
Our deepest condolences to Alan’s partner Rena and his family, and all who mourn his loss.
Book Owner: Greg Powell
Book Size:Â 200 Messages
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Paul Cooper
I’m so sorry to learn of Alan’s untimely passing and am sending my sincere condolences to you, his daughters and the extended family. I am sure it has come as a shock for you all. I have know Alan since our days together with Frank Harris at Grays in the mid 90’s and latterly when he help me as a driver trainer, instructor and coach driver at Burtons Coaches. I always admired his dedication to our industry, professionalism and the depth of his legal knowledge especially drivers hours and compliance – even if the latter did often fuel a lively debate when our respective interpretation of some of the more complex nuances differed! I was alway grateful for, and respected, his advice, reasoning and guidance. He will be sadly missed by the industry and every one who knew him; sadly that will pale into insignificance when compare to the loss and grief you and the family are feeling right now. Unfortunately I am away on 28th Jan and will not be here for the funeral. You will all be in my thoughts on that sad day. Stay strong and remember what a great and talented individual he was. Our…
Brian Botley
Alan was a great friend to me & will be sadly missed by everybody that knew him. He was a vast fountain of knowledge in the Transport Industry & he was able to help many operators who like me were able to draw on his great knowledge. Love to Rena and the family as they try to cope with the tragic loss….
Jacqui Goodman- Mills
Alan I first met you in Coleshill through my transport manager CPC National journey, thank you for being the Ulitmate mentor, for making it more than just regulations and tachographs. Your passion for trains and buses was only matched by your kindness. You werent just a teacher you were a poineer who believed that everyone belongs in transport, you changed the industry for the better, one student at a time. You will be missed a true legend has reached your final station. Rest easy Alan and thankyou. God bless. Sending love to Rena …
John Burch
I first got to know Alan well when we were in competition with one another! Alan worked part time for Harris Bus in Essex while I was the Manager of the Thameside Bus division of County Bus & Coach Company. I would (as I still do) turn my hands to the wheel occasionally and we would bump into each other on the road. We had fun and during this time Alan persuaded me to come along to the local IoTA meetings having become a member in 1991. We got to know one another very well during this time and bounced stories off one another regularly. Alan’s enthusiasm for the industry was passionate. In later years I moved away from Essex to Devon, but we crossed paths again when I took up a role with CPT and Alan and Rena were very active members. As part of CPT’s Operations Team I regularly gave presentations to members and trouble shooting when things went wrong. I had gained a degree standard exemption from the TM CPC back in 1980. Despite keeping up to date with industry developments at CPT, I realised it wouldn’t be long before a member asked when I’d last…
Barbara Whittington
Dear Alan, I am so very sorry I won’t be able to say goodbye to you on the 28th January in person but I am not very mobile these days and cannot do long journeys. However, I will be thinking of you. The Monday after the sad news I had one Christmas card and I instantly recognised your writing which set me off again. I have always told anyone who wants to know about transport that you’re the person to speak to. I will never forget waiting on Cricklewood railway station platform with you, longer ago than I care to recall, for the Flying Scotsman. It was very cold and after 2 hours the cry went up that people could see the white smoke. As the train came into sight it was going so fast that I think I blinked at the wrong time and missed seeing anything except for a blur of green. You wrote to me when it would have been our 50th anniversary that you had mainly good memories of our time together, which I thought was a very lovely thing to say. I’ve recently missed being able to ring you if I have a problem…
Beverley Bell
Alan was always deeply committed to supporting IoTA and his enthusiasm for his work was inspirational. I know the association meant a lot to him and the work he did was testament to his selfless approach. Being part of, let alone President of, any organisation is time consuming and challenging and this is thrown into even more sharp focus when the work is voluntary. I know we are all rightly proud of Alan’s achievements. The industry and the association will miss him greatly….
John Taylor
Sorry to hear the loss of Alan he was a stalwart of the industry and will be sorely missed…
ROGER E HADDOCK
RIP ALAN, REST IN PEACE & RISE IN GLORY, MY CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY AT THIS VERY SAD TIME. (Former Pupil at St Mary`s Cof E school Hendon 1960-1966)…
John Hammond
I was deeply saddened to hear of Alan’s passing. I first met Alan (and Rena) in late 2010 when I used PTS to sit my Transport Managers CPC. With Alan, you didn’t just study and leave – you became a friend and I was fortunate enough to benefit from Alan’s wisdom and support on many occassions. He will be sorely missed and transport industry has lost a knowledgable and inspiring champion. RIP Alan…
Michael Pearson
I first met Alan (and Rena) in coleshill in 2012 when I studied for my TM CPC. I passed this course through Alan’s impressive knowledge on everything transport that I was privileged to be taught, and since then I would consider myself a good friend of both Alan and Rena, over the years and many times together at meals or meetings, Alan has assisted me both professionally and personally with issues I’ve had, he was a complete oracle on everything transport, and his knowledge was unmatched to anyone else I know in this industry. even if he couldn’t help, he would find someone else to. He always called me “Mikey” which i wasn’t fond of at first, but just smiled when he did, as I felt that was his name for me and it sort of grew on me… I’d give anything to be able to be called it again. Me, my wife Laura and my 6 children will all miss him dearly, Rest Easy Uncle Alan, we will miss you sincerely …
Helen Bowden
Always our point of contact for information, advice, guidance, and training, Alan was truly a legend in our industry. A valued colleague who became a dear friend over the years, he will be deeply and sadly missed. Alan included us in his Liveryman’s cart marking—an experience we will never forget. The photo I’ve shared is from the Class of 2017 Managers CPC: a week of learning, laughter, great stories, and, of course, Rena always on hand to gently bring Alan back to the topic in hand. My deepest condolences to Rena and the family at this very sad time….
Lynne Newman
Alan, and Rena, we’re my neighbours and friends. I worked in transport for a few years and we always found something to talk about. I loved listening to his many tales, experiences and insights. We’ve all lost a gentleman and good friend but the transport world has lost one of the best. …
Christopher Sullivan
What a man. Always dedicated to his fellows as a friend and scholar. We will miss his humour. Lone to Rena and family….
Chris Harrington
I was saddened to hear of Alan’s passing. A kind and gentle man that made time for others and had a true passion for the industry which was a truly lifelong pursuit. I will miss the general words of advice and the many stories from his experiences. My thoughts are with Rena and family at this diffucult time. …
Terry Hattle
I first met Alan when I joined IOTA but each time we met he was a joy to chat with, we discovered a common ground in our chats about the 374 bus route in thurrock which my wife was instrumental in campaigning for its replacement when the route was cancelled in 2024, and I discovered that Alan drove that route for years in his past career. Alan was always very friendly and approachable, his knowledge and passion for our industry was vast and his loss will be felt far and wide. my thoughts go out to his family. RIP Alan …
