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GLASS, David John. 28/9/1937 - 19/12/2019 A face we love is missing A voice we love is still A place is vacant in our hearts That no one else can fill. Marlene, Deanne, Jason, Kane and Blake.

GOODWIN, John. 21/12/2021. Hard to believe it's been twelve months. Sixty-five years together. Lots of special memories. Love Gwen. Dorry, Twelve months gone, miss you every day. Always in our thoughts, in our hearts you will always stay. Love you more. Karen, Mickayla and Grunt. MORRIS, Jason. 17/12/22 It's hard to believe it is 20 years. I miss you every day. I wish I could see your smiling face, hear your voice and be able to give you a hug and a kiss. You are always in my thoughts and forever in my heart. Lots of love MumXX Bereavement Thanks •

GAUDION, Enid (nee Luxford). We would like to thank the team at Opal Aged Care for your wonderful care and support. Also Letts Funeral Services together with Celebrant Julie Duffy and David Luxford who wrote and delivered a beautiful story of Enid's life. Thanks to everyone who sent flowers, cards and attended her funeral. The Irving family. GRIFFITHS, Ken. Mal, Bloss and Dazz, Kez and Jamie and Jen would like to thank the following:Dr. Nandha for his care of Ken and family over many years. The dedicated staff of Sale Gardens during Kens short stay there. Friends and family for their support and food deliveries during this difficult time. Brad Lett and Annette at Letts Funeral for their guidance and care in organising a fitting send off for Ken. A special thanks to celebrant Peter Centra for conducting a lovely service. To the Loch Sport CFA for the guard of honour. Thanks to those people who donated to Dementia Australia. Please accept this as our personal thank you. KENDELL, Lyn. On behalf of the Kendell family, we would like to offer our thanks to the many friends and families who sent messages of condolence, phone calls, cards and those who attended the funeral. A big thanks to the staff at Ashleigh House for their marvellous loving and professional care towards Lyn. Thanks to Letts Funeral Services and Julie Duffy who assisted our family to organise a great send off for Lyn. The family thanks Dr Yousuf Amed for the care he gave her. Our apreciation to you all Ian, Brett, Trudi and families. MITCHELL, Steven. Jan, Michael and Tracey Mitchell and family would like to thank the specialist doctors and nursing staff of the Epworth Hospital, Richmond; St Vincent's, Fitztoy; Central Gippsland Health Services, Sale, for the wonderful care they provided Steven over the last number of years. To Peter Centra; Letts Funeral Services - Brad, Annette and Steven for the beautiful service. And for the lovely flowers and cards we received on the passing of Steven, our son, brother, brother-inlaw and uncle. December 1st 2022.

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Dove and Morton win single titles at Sale BC

THE Sale Bowls Club Singles Finals were played in front of a large crowd on Friday evening (December 16). Shane Dove took out the men’s title, defeating Stephen Chalmer with a score of 25-19. Jan Morton came first in the ladies’ competition, overcoming Janelle Abraham 25-9. IN other bowls news, part one of the club’s Crackerjack season concluded earlier this month. A total of 28 teams played in three sections across seven weeks of competition, with the top-two teams in each section playing in Grand Finals on Tuesday, December 6. Nomads were the victorious team in Section 1, Beer & Snags in Section 2 and Greased Lightning in Section 3. Teams comprised local businesses and social groups. Crackerjack Season 2 will commence on Tuesday, January 31. New teams are invited to enter as there will be more capacity next year. Play is between 6pm and 7.30pm. There is a barbecue and great raffle prizes. Bowls are provided. Prospective players are encouraged to wear flat shoes or go barefoot to protect the greens. Enter for next season by phoning Shane Dove on 0407 446 700.

Sale Bowls Club singles winners Shane Dove and Jan Morton. Greased Lightning, winners of Section 3.

Nomads, winners of Section 1 in Crackerjack’s first season. Photos: Contributed Sale Bowls Club Crackerjack Section 2 winners Beer & Snags.

Seeking information on old rugby clubs

GIPPSLAND sports historian Laurie Williams is on the trail of Gippsland Rugby clubs, especially teams from the RAAF and the Sale Razorbacks, Maffra Bulldogs and Wurruk Warriors for a new book on the history of rugby played in Gippsland. The RAAF entered teams in the metro competitions in league and union around the 1960s, and any information regarding them would be helpful. In 1957, Sale entered a team in the Metro Union, playing through to 1971 when they were beaten by Laverton in the Grand Final 17-2. From there, we jump to 1982 when Sale was admitted to State League 2 (Union) along with the Morwell Tigers. Mentioned players included Wridgeway, Campbell, Sheppard, Mark Wilson, Vogan and Hughson. Morwell took Sale apart in the opening match of 1983, winning 69-3. It seems that Sale folded after this but Williams has picked up threads in 1991 when the Sale Razorbacks fielded a team in the newly formed Gippsland Rugby League Association, along with the Traralgon Panthers, Hazelwood Eels and the East Gippsland Brumbies. In 1992, the Maffra Bulldogs entered the fray and information regarding them would help in the compilation of the history. Sale had a tremendous season, making it to the Grand Final, but were taken down by the Traralgon Panthers 26-22. Best for the Razorbacks was Don Wales (who ended up winning the association’s best and fairest award), P Gray, S Sauer, A McMullens and A McLure.

Local historian Laurie Williams is seeking information on the old Sale Razorbacks rugby team.

Maffra pulled out in 1994, but many of their players joined with RAAF players to form the Wurruk Warriors in 1994. Sale improved on their previous season, winning the premiership with a 28-22 victory over the Morwell Tigers. Wurruk only lasted one season, pulling out in 1995. Sale continued their good form, winning in 1995 with a 44-18 victory over the Churchill Gladiators. By 1997 the competition had reduced to five clubs, with Sale being the dominant one, winning the flag over Traralgon 29-24 and in 1998 the Morwell Magpies folded but joined with the Hazelwood Eels to form the Morwell Miners. Sale continued in 1999 and 2000 but due to shortage of players had to merged with East Gippsland midway through the season to be known as SEG. Any further information regarding players, photos, newspaper articles and scores of the Sale teams, Maffra and Wurruk teams would be appreciated. Williams can be reached at lauriefooty@hotmail. com.