Published June 19, 2021 09:29
We learned the sad news yesterday that CCWGA Life member Joan O'Connell OAM had passed away.
Joan was a founding member of the District Committee in 1980 and had served
continuously, holding numerous positions, including the Inaugural Captain.
She was made a Life Member of CCWGA in 2001.
Joan also served on Club Committees at Gosford and Terrigal.
In addition to this Joan held positions at Golf NSW, (formerly NSWLGU), and was a
current. Honorary Member of Golf NSW. She served on the Junior Match
Committee, Finance Committee and was the Chairperson of the Course Ratings
Committee for Golf NSW from 2001 to 2005.
Joan was a member of the Tournament Panel for Golf NSW and served as a Referee
for Junior Tournaments representing Golf NSW.
Joan was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia for her services to Golf on Australia Day 2017.