We sadly advise the passing of Mrs Betty Harkins. A wonderful lady much loved by her family and friends. Our sincere condolences to Kim Harkins and family. The service is at Our Lady of Mt Carmel Catholic Church. 2 Kellick St Waterloo on Thursday 20 May 2021 at 10:30 am. The Wake will be held […]
Friday 21st Feb 2020 1pm Eastern Suburbs Crematorium Military Rd Matraville South Chapel
It is with the great sadness that Chelsea Old Mates has to advise the passing yesterday of one of the heart and soul people that has been the fabric of the Chelsea JRLFC over many, many years since he was a kid, Ian “The Kid” Phillips. On a personal note I recall fondly Ian in […]
Ken Vessey advises that a stalwart of Chelsea, “Sir” Larry Gaffney, unfortunately was hospitalized at St George Hospital due to serious back injuries recently due to a fall at home. Larry has asked for no visitors or calls at this time and we must respect his wishes. You will be kept posted on his recovery […]
Just a note to say thank you to Tony Lewis for the great job he has been doing in assisting with the maintaining and keeping the Articles and News items up to date on the site. It is much appreciated and I look forward to it in the future as well. Thanks Scott
Finally the old Chelsea Old Mates website has been given a facelift. A number of items from the old website are still to be updated so dont appear as yet on the site but will return under the menu items of History Special & Help shortly. A very noticeable change will be the more phone […]
A very good attendance yesterday to pay tribute to Bobby Degan. Bob’s son David welcomed relatives and friends and we were able to view many photos and programs of Bob’s playing days with Chelsea – South Sydney and Wyong. Col Downing – Digger Livingstone and myself were very pleased to catch up with old mates […]
It is with much sadness that I advise of the passing of Carolyn Oates after battling Cancer for over three years. To popular Chelsea Old Mate John Oates and his family we extend our deepest sympathy. Carolyns funeral is to be held on Wednesday 21st June, 2017 at 11am St. Marks Anglican Church 1 […]
Terry passed peacefully on Saturday 27th May 2017 in the Princess Alexandra Hospital after a long 8 month stay. He was on his way down from the Gold Coast to the Chelsea reunion when he experienced some pains and had trouble urinating so he turned around and took himself to hospital where they put him […]
From lifelong friend Brian Finegan (Finno) ……… “Aidan Smith unfortunately passed away Tuesday 16 May in Blacktown Hospital after a series of illnesses. After leaving school at Marcellin College and then South Sydney Tech, Aidan played his football in the South Sydney Junior League in the 1950s and 1960s with Maroubra, South Sydney Monarchs […]
Just a quick note to advise of a welcome addition to the website photo gallery, that being an album comprising 66 separate subalbums and made up of 654 images of complete football programs and clippings from past Kangaroo tours and visiting touring sides dating from 1948 to 1979. Ron acquired them from an ex Parramatta […]
Hi everyone, As we get closer to yet another end of year with our next Old Mates Day only 12 days away on Thursday 1st December, after talking with Warren and Chris recently I have made it a mission to revamp the site to give it a freshen up in 2017. As we all know […]
“Ecca” Robertson. WELFARE VISIT Eric (Ecca) ROBINSON South Sydney winger from the 1960’s Eric (Ecca) ROBINSON was visited on Thursday 5th May, 2016 at Balmain Hospital (Wakefield Ward) by Sydney Metro Welfare Officers, Warren Thompson and Alan Webb. Eric suffered a stroke approximately 4 weeks ago and was originally taken to Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, […]
I had the absolute honour of representing the Chelsea Old Mates at the funeral service of Merv Wright at the Maitland Sportsgcround earlier today in what could only be described as moving and unique for one of the Maitland, Kempsey, Baradine, Alexandria Rovers, South Sydney and Aboriginal communities favourite sons. Many in the crowd which […]
Merv Wright, the elusive and livewire centre partner of Eric Robinson at Alexandria Rovers in the early 60s, teammate of Chelsea players in the Presidents Cup and senior grades at South Sydney who was later to become a legend playing for the Maitland Pumpkinpickers in the 60’s and 70’s, sadly passed away in his sleep […]
VALE – KEITH WILLIAM “RINGO” PHILLIPS 30/4/1934 – 13/11/2015 Ringo as he was known to his mates,was a proud Men of League Member, sadly passed away on the 13 November,2015 at a Nursing Home in Kanwal (Wyong), after suffering a traumatic seizure only weeks before. He was a true product of the South Sydney District […]
The funeral for Keith (Ringo) Phillips is to be held next Tuesday 17 November 2015 at 1pm ,Mackay Family Funerals, 249 Pacific Highway West,Ourimbah (Central Coast) Wake to follow at the Wyong Bowling Club,Wyong (was Ringo’s watering hole)
SOUTH SYDNEY JUNIORS RUGBY LEAGUE. A reunion is proposed for all South Sydney Junior Representative teams. If you were a Player or Official of Presidents Cup, Jersey Flegg, S.G. Ball, Matthews Shield & Kingsford in the 2nd Division Competition you are most welcome to attend. Venue – The Wintle Room at The Juniors – Anzac […]
Its with deep sadness that I report the passing of my wife Jenny’s mum Peggy Floyd Bowen on Friday night 23rd October at the Regis Gannon Gardens Nursing Home at Hurstville. She was 90 years young. Born and bred in Marrickville, Peggy was a lifelong Newtown Bluebags supporter although living in Hurstville since 1949 also […]
Well another Reunion has come and gone and 2015 saw the presence of greatness in our great history ….. Eric Robinson a frequent attendee of our reunions and old mates days was joined by another electrifying speedster and football wizard from yesteryear the one and only Merv Wright…. Merv is held in such […]
After the sad passing of Tim Stuart and Peter Atkinson a request has been made to have a condolence page where messages can be left on the site for family members and friends to leave a lasting tribute…. This can be done now by adding a comment below the News item or Article and leaving […]
At the Sydney Metro M O L lunch at The Juniors on Friday 31st July, 2015 a Gold coin donation was run to aid the “Ivan Jones (former South Sydney Half-Back from the 1960’s) family walk in The Sydney to Surf in Aid of Chris O’Brien Life House “ As a result of those in […]
Have been informed of the passing of Keith (Boots) Fahey from Toukley. His funeral service was held Tuesday 11th August, 2015 at Toukley. Our condolences to his family, For and on behalf of COM Committee. Alan
This vale is courtesy of Barry Ross Born 8 April 1941 Passed Away 10 August 2015. Illawarra Rugby League lost of one of its champions on Monday, when John McCarthy passed away, aged 74. The former Balmain player moved to the South Coast in 1970 to become captain/coach of the Thirroul club. In his first […]
I must advise the sad news of the passing of Wayne Cook who was the son of George and Faith Clegg . George unfortunately has not been well also. Wayne’s funeral to take place MONDAY 20 JULY 2015 at 1245 SOUTH CHAPEL EASTERN SUBURBS CREMATORIUM 12 MILITARY RD, MATRAVILLE // WAKE TO FOLLOW AT 2pm […]
VALE — GRAHAME “BUTCH” KENNEDY Sadly Butch,aged 71 years, passed away peacefully at his home in Port Macquarie on the 5 July 2015. Butch ,a Men of League Member, was a unique human being, so highly respected on and off the rugby league playing field and once you were his friend you were a […]
Reg, a proud Men of League Member passed away during the last week of June 2015 aged 78 years old. He was a well known and highly respected sportsman through his achievements in rugby league and as a professional and Master runner athlete. Reg had a successful and respected career over many years as a […]
We have received the very sad news of the passing of our great mate Butch Kennedy. We will inform you of the service details as soon as they are known. It is believed the funeral will be at Port Macquarie. Warren Thompson m. 0410 850 508
Sorry to report that Helen Wilson wife of the late Eddie wilson has passed away. She had Dementia and was also in the Joseph Banks Nursing Home. What a week. Thinking about it all it occurred to me that if it were not for Chelsea Old Mates – Men of League and all our involvement […]
Please see below a wonderful gesture from Ivan Jones’s family to help men to live a better life addressed to Chelsea Old Mates commitee member Alan Webb. Hi Alan Hope you are well. I would like to let you know on behalf of our Family we have decided to walk at this year’s City to […]
VALE & FUNERAL DETAILS – BILL HARKINS Afternoon all, It is with deep sadness that I report the passing of Chelsea stalwart – Bill HARKINS. Bill passed away on Monday evening 6th April. His funeral service is to be held on Tuesday 14th April, 2015 at 10am., at Mt. Carmel Catholic Church Waterloo. To be […]
Received a call today from Ray Burns advising that Hank Murphy’s wife Colleen had passed away on Sunday 22nd, the funeral service is on friday 27th March 2015 at 2pm., at Sacred Heart Church, Wallerawang NSW. Our deepest sympathies are expressed to Hank and his family.
Have received a message advising that Robert TATLER, has passed away in Queensland – other details not known.
Paul JUDD a member of the C.O.M. Judd family passed away on Monday after a battle with Cancer – Paul’s funeral service is to be held on Tuesday 31st March 2015 at 10-30am., at St. Therese Catholic Church , cnr. Coward and Sutherland Streets, Mascot then to Eastern Suburbs Crematorium to be followed by a […]
Russell Fairfax Fundraising Luncheon In a partnership that epitomises all that makes rugby league great, the Men of League Foundation and Sydney Roosters have joined forces to deliver much needed financial support to champion footballer and game commentator, Russell Fairfax. Join Men of League and the Sydney Roosters for a fundraising luncheon… WHEN: Friday 27 […]
Ivan’s service is on Friday 27th February 2015 at 11am, at St. Brigid’s Catholic Church 392 Marrickville Road Marrickville corner of Livingstone Road. After the church service it is a private /family only funeral/cremation. Then a send off to Ivan at Alexandria Erskineville Bowling Club,”Erko”, 1 Fox Avenue Erskineville. For and on behalf of COM […]
Well known Rugby League identity Barry Ross has kindly allowed us to share his special tribute to Ivan Jones VALE – IVAN JONES Born 10 November 1942, Passed Away 22 February 2015. Ivan Jones showed a lot of courage during his lifetime, both on and off the field. As a 68 kg halfback, he took […]
Morning all, I was informed sadly that Ivan JONES had passed away in the early hours today following his long battle with illness. Our deepest sympathy to Ivan’s family. He will be sadly missed by all. Funeral details will be advised when obtained. For and on behalf of COM Committee Alan Webb 0412 276117 22-2-2015
Hi everyone Just a quick note to remind old mates and friends of our Old Mates Day on Thursday 26th February 2015. Don’t forget your photos and slides for scanning for the website and have a drink for Ivan Jones and Bruce Taylor. Scott
Afternoon all, Alan received a call last week from Geoff Taylor to inform him of the passing of C.O.M. Bruce Taylor, who passed away on Saturday 14th February 2015 His service is to be held at Eastern Suburbs Crematorium on Monday 23rd February, 2015 at 10-30am. For and on behalf of the COM Committee Alan […]