Robert Spikins joined the Parachute Regiment in November 1986 and served with 2 Platoon, A Company, 3 PARA. Whilst on foot patrol in West Belfest on 25 March 1989, 22 year old Private Spikins was killed by a 'Joyrider'. 

SPIKE

 A Paratrooper cries, a mother weeping, Why?

A friend, a son is dead.

That's the reason why!

A man who caused no harm.

Amongst his friends, full of charm.

A Paratrooper till the end.

We'll miss him, our love we send.

by Pte Doneo (HQ Company 3 PARA 1989)