LONDON IRISH BOWLING ASSOCIATION (L.I.B.A.)

JWC "John" Jeffers (1st July 2010)

 The London Irish were saddened to hear of John's demise when we played against Sussex CBA at Pope's Mead BC on Thursday1st July 2010 which was also the day of his funeral.

John, who had been ill for some time, was a long time member having joined the Irish on 14th Jan 1972.  He became a Life Member on 28th May 1980.  In the early years he played frequently for the Irish in friendly games, mostly outdoors South of the Thames.  He played his first outdoor Miniature International in 1975, went on tour in 1976 and was a member of the Barr Trophy (top rink) in 1976, 1983 and 1986.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Ronnie Wheelan (28th June 2010)

Ronnie Wheelan who passed away last week, had been in and out of hospital over the last few months.  Ronnie, a member of Cambridge Park BC and IBC, who was a good supporter joined the Association on 11 March 2004 as a Life Member and went on the next year's tour to Northern Ireland.  Ronnie played for the London Irish mostly at Indoor fixtures and indeed played his last game with us at Richmond IBC in November 2008, however it was great that he and Brenda were able to attend the Annual Dinner in 2009.

Ronnie's passing last week was sad news for his friends in the London Irish and Cambridge Park but mostly for Brenda and the family to whom we offer our deepest sympathy.

Bob Stafford (Sat 19 June 2010)

He joined the London Irish BA on 2-May-1980 and played for many years until his illness, playing his last game at Herga IBC in January this year. Bob was a Committee Member 18-Feb-82 to 15-Feb-85. He played his first Outdoor Mini in 1980 and was member of the James Barr Trophy (top rink) in 1998. His first Indoor Mini was in 1990. In 1981 Bob was the Runner-up to Les Nicholls in the LIBA Singles Championship. The London Irish will miss a long serving member.
Bob’s wife Mim is well known to the London Irish members and ladies as she had attended many games and functions. We all offer our condolences to Mim, Karen their daughter and the three grandchildren on their loss.

Charlie McCarthy (Sun 24 January 2010)

Charlie, who played for Century BC, was introduced to the Association by one of our past Presidents Mick Norris in June 1977 and took up Life Membership in Sept 1977. He played in both indoor and outdoor Miniature Internationals beginning in 1978 and was member of the top rink outdoor that year. He supported the Association many times on the green as useful Skip or Three. In later years as a dormant member, when he was unable to play, he still took an interest in our activities. Rest in Peace Charlie.

Bob Stack (Snr) (2nd January 2010)

I received the sad news that Bob Stack Snr had passed away on Saturday. Bob, a member of Hendon BC and Herga IBC, joined London Irish with his son on 3-Jul-1997 and became a Life Member the following year. He was an active member of The Association, attending AGMs and the dinners. He was also a regular player in our friendly fixtures, turning out for the Captains about six times a season at Outdoor and Indoor games. He was also an active member of his home County Middlesex
Bob will be sadly missed by all the London Irish who have known and played with him over the years

Our condolences go to his family, especially to his son Bob Jnr.

Bernard Wessier (December 2009)

I have just been informed that Bernard Wessier passed away on the 21st of December.  Bernard had not been well over the past few years , but used to be a very active member of the Association.  He also represented Great Britain in the Para Olympics.

Wally Kingaby (December 2009)

I have just been informed that Wally Kingaby  has passed away.  Older members will remember Wally from previous tours and of course his great singing voice

Pat Murphy (October 2009)

The Secretary has received the sad news that Pat Murphy (Storrington, West Sussex) passed away recently.  Members may remember him being at games with his wife and their little dog.  Some may also remember him as a good tipster with the horses.

He will be sadly missed

Bob Wharton (June 2009)

I have the sad duty to inform you that Bob Wharton has died suddenly. This comes a few months after the death of his younger brother Wally.
Bob joined the Association only about 18 months ago. He had been suffering from depression prior to joining, but joining the Association had helped him back to good health and also gave a great deal of pleasure to Wally.
Our prayers and thoughts once again go to the Wharton family.

Wally Wharton (March 2009)

Wally was a very active member of the Association.  As well as going on many London Irish Tours he was a good supporter of friendly matches and in his last outdoor season played in eight games.  He played in the Indoor Minis of 2005/06 and 2006/07 and was a member of the winning Outdoor Mini team in September 2008.  Our thoughts go to his family and brother, Bob, who joined the Association in 2008.

Con Dunlea (December 2008)

The Secretary has received the sad news that Con Dunlea passed away before Christmas.  Con was a very active member during the 1980's and 1990's before his wife Kath became ill.

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