Vale – Capt Don Page ED
It is with a heavy heart I regret to inform members of the Passing of Don Page. Don Page was part of the heavy furniture of 31st Bn. – Always Solid & Reliable. Always steady as she goes – with that smile of his, no matter what chaos & ...
Col Hugh Bracken Gaffney AM RFD ED
The president of the Brisbane Branch of the 31st Battalion Association Ray Fogg has passed on the following sad news: It is with great sorrow that I have to advise the passing of our great leader, companion and distinguished soldier of the 31st Infantry Battalion an the 2nd Battalion Royal ...
QX61038 Noel Pilcher 31/51 Bn – RIP
The following email was received from 31st Battalion Association (Brisbane Branch) Secretary, Tony Wadeson: Members, its with a sad heart, I have to report the Passing of our Honorary Life Member, – Noel Pilcher – 31/51 Bn AIF – WW2 Veteran. Noel passed away this afternoon in his home town ...
Patricia (Patsy) Hilary Gardner
Affectionately known throughout the 31st Infantry Battalion family of members and their partners, and in particular those of Charlie Company, for her contagious laugh and ever-ready smile, Patricia Hilary Gardner passed away peacefully on 1st May, after a courageous struggle with persistently failing health. She was 84 years of age ...
RIP Ron Whiting
Townsville 31st Battalion Association member Ron Whiting passed away on 8th April 2019. As well as being a past member of the 31st Battalion Ron was also a member of the National Servicemen’s association. Ron’s Statement of Service Full Name: Ronald Alfred Whiting Service Number: 1718271, 162852 Category of Service: ...
RIP Bob Wasley
Townsville 31st Battalion Association member Bob Wasley passed away on 1st March 2019. Bob was also a member of the National Servicemen’s Association Bob’s Statement of Service Full Name: Robert Edward Wasley Service Number: 1705704 Category of Service: National Service Citizen Military Force 8 Jan 53 to 15 Apr 53 ...
