Obituaries

Vern Linden

DEL48

9 November 1932 – 18 October 2020

Verne Lindon late of Coolum Beach, Sunshine Coast, had a long career on the waterways as Seaman and Operator of Government dredges for over 46 years until his retirement. He then joined the Salvation Army and served as a volunteer in the Opportunity Shop for 18 years.

He dedicated much of his time to volunteering and was a Life Member of the Sunshine Coast National Service Men’s Association. He was an active member of many other community organisations in Coolum including the SES, the RSL, Neighbourhood Watch and the Coolum Bowls Club.

He loved his cat and dogs and passed away peacefully, with his beloved wife of 32 years Estelle by his side.

Alfred Max Harding-Smith

DEL51

10 December 1933 – 20 March 2020

Died peacefully at home in Tamborine Mountain, surrounded by his family.

Stuart Hollindale

THO88

Passed away 19 February 2021

Passed away at 49 years, Stuart was the loving father of Thomas, Gabrielle and Jack, and loved son of Ian and Judith. Stuart grew up in Ashmore. He had a strong faith and it is recalled he loved learning about religion while at TSS.

Stuart was the proprietor of Guanaba Valley Milk, and the son of Old Boy, Ian Hollindale (THO64). OSA President, Christopher Johnstone, commenced at TSS after Stuart had left, but recalls that Stuart’s family were very generous in making their property available for use by the TSS Cadets. It impressed upon Christopher, even at that early time, the significant connection Old Boys have with the ongoing life at the School.

Stuart was a senior cricketer at the Coomera Hope Island Cricket Club in his adult years, and is remembered by the President there for being larger than life, blessed with a heart of gold, a dear friend, and a genuinely nice bloke’.

King Milburn Minter Lethbridge

MCK56

22 December 1938 – 14 December 2020

King Milburn Minter Lethbridge passed away in December 2020. A farmer, he was given a farewell from the Toowoomba Anglican School on his 82nd Birthday.

Russell Handyside

DEL64

13 March 1947 – 16 April 2021

Russell passed away peacefully in April, aged 74 years, dearly loved by his wife, Susan, and his family and friends. Russell’s daughter, Jennifer O’Neill, shared with the OSA that her dad had always spoken very fondly of his time at TSS and said it was a real cornerstone of his life.

His later years had been at South Golden Beach, and formerly Brisbane and Toowoomba.

Michael Douglas Brodie Stuart

DEL14

27 December 1996 – 24 February 2021

Michael passed away suddenly in Taroom, Queensland, in February. He was the cherished son of Doug and Loretta Stuart, and loved brother of Ted and Ben.

At TSS, Michael was extremely well liked, and received many accolades and awards including the Dean’s List; the Silver Palm; Gifted and Talented Study Day Conference Delegate; Cultural Captain; Cadet; Dormitory Captain; numerous House Drama awards; and was an enthusiastic and highly regarded team member in rugby, tennis, cricket, swimming, cross country, and track and field.

Obituaries

Oliver Martin

THO19

6 December 2001 – 4 February 2021

Oliver passed away after a tragic accident in February. His funeral was held at St Albans Chapel.

TSS Speech and Variety Club Coordinator, Mr John Wallace, remembers Oliver as a very keen member of the TSS Speech and Variety Club from Year 8 through to his graduation in Year 12. Oliver was active in many areas including speech and drama; cadets; cross country; track and field; and football.

While at TSS, Oliver, as House Sacristan, wrote in the Thorold Boarding Bulletin (abridged):

“Hello, my name is Oliver Martin and I have been at TSS since grade seven. I moved into Thorold in grade eight and have watched Thorold change a great deal over the years. Spirit and culture is the most important part of the House and this year we feel like Thorold House is leading all other Houses in spirit and culture by a mile. Walking into Thorold one can tell that all the boys are happy to be here and proud of our House. We currently sit fourth place in the House Shield and our next event is House Cross Country. All the boys have been waking up for running training on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings. Mr Fennell has been helping us refine our sessions and the boys are loving it. There are good things happening in our House as we try to set a positive standard for others to follow. I’m looking forward to seeing how good Thorold can be this year.”

The Ven. Clifford James (Jim) Nolan

THO59

9 June 1942 – 21 June 2021

The Ven. Jim Nolan was Honorary Priest at The Parish of Chermside, and had a special interest in ministering to older people. He only recently retired after 50 years of ministry. Reverend Jim Nolan was a devoted husband to Fay, and loving Father, Fatherin-Law and Grandfather to Amanda and Mark, Andrew, Jason and Debbie, Helen and Peter, and their families.

Family and friends attended Jim’s Funeral Service at All Saints Anglican Church in Chermside, and his family requested that instead of flowers, donations be made to their Parish pantry and for medication for those who cannot afford it. The Honourable John Alexander Jerrard passed away in May, aged 73 years.

Renowned for his formidable legal intellect, John acted throughout his career to bring justice for Queenslanders and had a strong commitment to country people, thanks to his country upbringing.

In his distinguished career, he was admitted as a Barrister-at-Law in 1971 and was appointed Queen’s Counsel in 1992. In 1998, he was appointed a Judge of the Family Court of Australia, based in Brisbane. In 2002, he was appointed a Judge of the Supreme Court of Queensland and a Judge Queensland Court of Appeal. John retired from the court in 2008.

John leaves behind his wife Bronwyn and twin sons Alexander and Geoffrey, 18.

The Honourable John Jerrard

THO64

22 February 1948 – 30 May 2021

Robert Palethorpe

THO64

6 November 1946 - 28 February 2021

Robert moved to Port Douglas in 2000 and commenced his own law firm, after building a legal practice in Brisbane.

Daryl William Sherlock

MCK56

18 May 1937 – 16 November 2020

Daryl was a very proud Old Boy, as well as being an original Bondi lifeguard, experienced tuna poll fisherman, tugboat master and pre-eminent mariner.

Daryl’s love of all things maritime lead to him being quite the expert on Matthew Flinders and his charting of Australia. Daryl even named his beloved cat, Trim, after Flinders’ cat.

Though unable to travel in his later years, Daryl always longed to come celebrate with The Old Boys and waited eagerly for the annual magazine.

A celebration of Daryl’s life was held by the main jetty at Snug Cove in Eden, and was followed by a scattering of his ashes on Twofold Bay from the tug ‘Cooma’.

Daryl was predeceased by his adored mother Isla, highly respected father Alwyn and beloved beautiful younger sister Gail. Sorely missed by all who knew him, including the Old Boy community.

Burnett Joyce

DEL64

29 January 1947 – 18 May 2021

Burnett boarded at The Southport School and, alongside his studies, enjoyed surfing, poetry, good mates and representing Queensland in gymnastics. He considered university but was called up for National Service, and spent 1967 to 1969 doing service in Singleton, Townsville and then Vietnam. These were formative years for discipline, tolerance and people management which were useful when he returned to Gyranda Santa Gertrudis Bulls Stud, Cracow, in Central Queensland.

Research and innovation were a love of Burnett, and in 2006 he was awarded the RW Vincent Award in Recognition of Outstanding Contribution to the Beef Industry of Australia. In 2017 Burnett and his wife Louise were jointly recognised as Modern Pioneers of the Banana Shire for their contribution to the Central Queensland beef industry and other outstanding community roles.

Taking from his TSS years, Burnett held education in the highest regard, and encouraged his four children, Nikki, Hayley, Jo and Dan to step outside the agricultural industry and learn new skills.

Brian Lars Jones

DEL49

11 May 1932 – 24 March 2021

Brian is remembered as a lifetime resident of Cairns and part of a family dynasty that dated back in FNQ to the 1880’s. He contributed a great deal to life, professionally, personally and on the sports field, including for his state. A humble gentleman who loved to see others happy and cared for. He will be missed by many and remembered for his example to all.

Brian was husband to Avriell Jones and the son of the late Fred and Agnes Jones, also of Cairns. He was a loved older brother to Marcia and Alan and a great father to Ian, David and Alan and a grandfather.

Karl Scott

ATK87

21 September 1970 – 21 June 2021

Karl entered TSS in 1978. Aside from his academics, he was Wrestling Australian Schoolboy Champion in 1983, was in the Rugby Third XV, GPS swimming team, Cadets (sergeant), Surf Lifesaving, and featured in school plays. In later life he was a member of the Northcliffe Surf Lifesaving Club.

Karl was a lawyer and a well-loved and colourful character, passing away in July following a battle with cancer, with his three children Chelsea, Jude and D’Arcy by his side.

Stories

Gary Aldridge

Gary Aldridge (MCK57), former Greenbank RSL sub-branch president, was awarded an Order of Australia Medal in the 2021 Honours List for services to veterans and their families. He was presented with his medal on 5 May at Government House in Brisbane. Our warmest congratulations to Gary for his advocacy for veterans.

Update on the McKinley Bretts from Moree

Fiona Brett, wife of Charles Brett (MCK77) writes to update the OSA on her three proud McKinley Old Boys.

Richard Brett (MCK06) is living and working in Brisbane and has just christened his beautiful daughter Elkie.

Hamish Brett (MCK08) has two daughters and managers his dryland broadacre property west of Goondiwindi.

Mark Brett (MCK10) is working in the livestock industry in Brisbane and was recently married in Apil. < Mark and Milly on their wedding day

Hamish and his two daughters in his crop of barley on his farm at Toobeah <

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