Passing of Tony Wesley

It is with great sadness that we announce that Tony Wesley passed away peacefully at home at lunchtime on 30th April 2023, ironically, on Julie’s birthday.

Tony was a hugely influential and much respected member of our club. Few, if any, have done more for Welwyn RFC.

His club CV reads as follows:
• Club Captain 1966-68
• Mini/Junior Chairman 1972-77
• President 2004-07
• Life Member

However, these achievements only tell part of the story. Tony played in the 1st XV for many years and carried on playing down the sides imparting his experience on to younger players once his 1st XV days were behind him.

He was also instrumental in setting up the Mini/Junior section of the club in 1972/73 and was the first M/J Chairman. Welwyn were ahead of the game on Minis/Juniors and were featured on BBC2’s Rugby Special in 1976.

In recognition of his achievements, he was made a Life Member of the club and was appointed President in 2004.

Our deepest sympathy goes out to his wife, Julie and his children, Steve and Clare.
He will be much missed.

Funeral arrangements are:
• 11.45 on Thursday 11th May 2023
• Harwood Park Crematorium, Watton Road, Stevenage SG2 8XT
• Club tie/blazer
• Family flowers only, please
• Donations can be made to Age UK c/o JJ Burgess
• Afterwards at Knebworth Golf Club, Deard’s End Lane, Knebworth SG3 6NL

Please let me know if you are intending to go so that I can advise the family on likely numbers.

Mark Elliott
President
president@welwynrugby.co.uk