We have received advice of the death on 23 March 2023 of Peter William
Groves. He was 75. Peter served with 105th Field Battery in Vietnam from
February 1969 until February 1970.
He was a dual life member of the 105th Battery Association and was a regular attendee at Association reunions, parades and commemorations, particularly Binh Ba Commemorations.
RIP Peter William Groves.
Peter Bruce, OAM
Obituary Resource Officer
Brian Collins, Secretary of the 101 Battery Association has passed on the following information regarding Teddy Miekus.
“It is with sadness that I inform you of the passing of 1731009 Tadeusz “Teddy” MIEKUS.
Teddy’s family advised the Association that Teddy passed away in July 2022, he had early dementia, but cancer was the cause of his death.
Teddy was 77years of age and is survived by his wife Marie and his son Chris. Teddy served with 101 Battery in South Vietnam from 19 Sep 66 to 10 Jun 67 and was a Life Subscriber to our Association.”
R.I.P. Teddy
Peter Bruce, OAM
Obituary Resource Officer
Of Beresfield / Morpeth NSW
Brad passed away last Sunday at the East Maitland Private Hospital, after a short illness, being diagnosed with a brain tumour.
Brad was a Nation Serviceman. I have attached his Service Record. Following his service in Vietnam he served in the CMF/Reserves for many years retiring as a Major, for his service he was awarded an AM.
He is survived by his wife Jan, son Todd, daughter Amanda and two grandchildren.
I served with Brad in Vietnam at 102 Field Workshop in 1967.
Brad was a very valued member of the East Maitland RSL Sub Branch.
His funeral will be held in St Peters Anglican Church, William Street, East Maitland, NSW on Friday 21st April commencing at 2:00pm
The Funeral will be lived streamed by Fry Bros
Regards
Neil Cromarty OAM
CLICK LINK
230417 – 2784005 KEATING Bradley – Army – Third Party Eulogy
Sadly, we have received information that John ‘Whitey’ WHITE, PNR PL C/S 62A, East Timor, 2000.
Peter Baird wrote:
Team, it’s with great sadness I need to inform you of bad news. After giving his all to every battle with the big C, our friend has lost the war.
John “Whitey” White, 1972 – 2023
Support Coy, Assault Pioneer 62A, East Timor 2000
Warrior, Father & Friend
Rest brother, your duty is done
Until we meet again….
Funeral information as follows:
• Tuckers Highton Funeral Chapel 4 – 32 Province Boulevard Highton 3216
• Friday 21st April 2023
• at 10am, followed by a private burial.
Details of the wake and any live stream will be confirmed.
Please join with us in offering our deepest sympathy to those who will mourn the passing of a loved one. Another 6 RAR family member, taken too soon.
Allan Whelan, Secretary
The family of the late Knox Napier have advised the following funeral details.
Knox’s family have advised that the funeral will be held on Thursday 20th April 2023. The service will be conducted at the Dover Community Church, Tasmania at 11am followed by a wake
at the Dover RSL.
Please direct any e-tributes or questions about the funeral ceremony to Millingtons Funerals. A recording and photographs will be available on Millington’s website after the event.
The family are currently sourcing photos for the service. If you have any, please send them before midday Monday to this email address Napier Family [email protected] If anyone would like a pic for publication, please let us know.
Peter Bruce, OAM
Obituary Resource Officer
In accordance with Lee’s wishes, there will be no traditional funeral. We will be having a celebration of his life sometime in May when we can bring as many family members together as possible. I can provide details to you once we have them finalised.
I copied my email address to this email if you wish to respond.
James Greville
Email: [email protected]
0412771790
Sincerely
Wendy M McLean
Secretary
4RAR Association Qld Inc
We have received advice that Thomas Wayne (Bluey) Cargill died on Saturday afternoon, 15 April 2023. He was 74.
Bluey had not been well for some time. He served in Vietnam with 4th Field Regiment from March 1970 until December 1970.
No other details known at this stage.
RIP Thomas Wayne (Bluey) Cargill.
Peter Bruce, OAM
Obituary Resource Officer
Paul Dixon has provided the following funeral arrangements for Neville
Stanley Hastings Graveside Service –
Time: 10.30am
Date: Tuesday, 18th April, 2023
Place: Mundubbera Lawn Cemetery
Kinchela Rd, Boynewood, Mundubbera QLD 4626, Australia
May Neville Rest in Peace and Never Be Forgotten
Peter Bruce, OAM
Obituary Resource Officer
3RAR Korea July 51 – July 52
4RAR Vietnam May 68 – May 69
My father, Lee Greville died peacefully on Friday morning (14/4) with my brother and sister by his side. He will be happy now as the last month or so has been uncomfortable. Certainly a guiding light in my life.
Richard Grenville (Son)
18 June 1941 – 12 April 2023
Brian Collins, Secretary of the 101 Battery Association has advised of the
death on 12 April 2023 of John Anthony Knox Napier. He was 81.
John (known as Knox) served in Vietnam with 101 Field Battery from September 1966 until
June 1967. He was initially the Gun Position Officer of the Battery and later promoted to Captain.
He lived in Dover Tasmania and was president of his local RSL Club for some time. He was also a life subscriber of the 101 Battery Association. No funeral details are available at this stage.
RIP John Anthony Knox Napier.
Peter Bruce, OAM
Obituary Resource Officer