VALE JOAN O'CONNELL

 




It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Joan O'Connell, AO. 

Many of you will recall her as one of the Saturday ladies who worked hard every week at Breakers, checking cards and organising prize sheets prior to computers taking over!

Of course her contribution to golf administration was much more significant. She was captain and president of Breakers ladies golf club and also at Gosford in earlier years.

She was one of the founding members of the CCWGA in 1980 and remained part of that district committee for the rest of her life, in numerous roles including that of Life Member.

Joan was also a very hard-working member of GNSW, particularly in her role on the course rating committee. She spent numerous years travelling the state to rate courses and assist districts with golfing events.

For her wonderful knowledge and contributions, she was awarded an AO in the Australia Day honours list in 2017.

We will keep you informed when we know of the funeral arrangements.




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