Crossed the Bar – Former CPO Tel Duncan “Mac” McInnes BEM – Membership No: 1153 (Honorary Life Member)
Sad to report that Duncan crossed the bar in Australia on 15th May 2025 aged 105. Duncan was Mark Rutley’s father in law.
Our sincere condolences to Jane, Mark and the rest of his family.
(See members section for further details)
R.I.P.
RNA Biennial Parade
Would you like to have the opportunity to take part in the Royal Naval Associations’ Parade as part of an RNCCA squad? It is being held at the Cenotaph in Whitehall to commemorate the sacrifice of those of our predecessors lost wearing naval uniform, be it on land or sea.
In this 80th anniversary year of the conclusion of WWII, this is one of the final occasions where we might be graced with veterans of this conflict. It is beholden on us to take this opportunity to commemorate the resilience of that generation who sacrificed so much.
This is a much less formal event than the November ceremonies but allows members who cannot get those precious tickets through the RBL to parade at the cenotaph with the First Sea Lord taking the salute. The parade will not take more than one hour. As well as giving the opportunity for members to meet it will also provide an opportunity for you to meet other associations and shipmates and have a beer or two on completion.
If you are interested in taking part please contact Mark (honsec@rncca.org) with your name and contact details.
It would be great to have the RNCCA represented at this very important event.
Paul
Chairman”
Crossed the Bar – Former Lt/FCRS Anthony John “Tony” Cokes MBE – Membership No: 296
My sad duty to report RNCCA Member 296 Lt/FCRS Anthony John “Tony” Cokes MBE X The Bar on 27th January 2025.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his Son Mark and all the family at this sad time.
R.I.P.
Crossed the Bar – Former WO(CY) Dave Morris – Membership No: 537
Very sad to report that Dave Morris crossed the bar at 23:00 on Friday 3rd January. Please find below a message posted on Facebook from his wife Mary.
“David took his last breath in the Peddars Way Hospice – Meadow Room at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Kings Lyn at 2300 on Friday 3rd January. He was at peace and in no pain.
We celebrate a life well lived.
Mary and family.”
Dave was a very well respected communicator and a passionate Bunting, he will be missed.
The RNCCA send its condolences and thoughts to Mary and family .
R.I.P.
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Crossed the Bar – Former CRS Fred Harder – Membership No: 533
My sad duty to report the passing of CRS Fred Harder RNCCA Membership Number 533.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his daughter Anne and all the family at this sad time.
R.I.P.
Crossed the Bar – Lt(X)(C) Alan “Jimmy” Green – Membership No: 1039
My sad duty to report RNCCA Member 1039 Lt(X)(C) Alan “Jimmy” Green crossed the bar on 8th November 2024. Our thoughts and prayers are with May and all the family and friends at this sad time.
R.I.P.
Vacancy – RNCCA Chairman
With Stephen Kerslake standing down as Chair at the RNCCA AGM in September the position is now open for any volunteers to take on this very rewarding role.
Application by e-mail should be made through Mark Rutley (Hon. Sec.) honsec@rncca.org.uk
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Crossed the Bar – Former POWRNRS Jan Leathard – Membership No: 891
My sad duty to report the passing of POWRNRS Jan Leathard. Our thoughts and prayers are with all her family at this sad time.
R.I.P.
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Crossed the Bar – Former RS Nicholas “Wally/Nick” Wallace – Membership No: 801
Sad to report the belated news of the passing of RNCCA Member 801 RS Nicholas “Wally/Nick” Wallace who crossed the Bar on the 13th April 2024.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Margaret and all the family and friends.
R.I.P.
Crossed the Bar – Lt Cdr (C) Arthur Kerrison – Non Member
Although not an RNCCA Member many of you will have served or remember Lt Cdr (C) Arthur Kerrison who has sadly passed away.
The funeral service of Lt Cdr (C) Arthur Kerrison will take place at Petersfield Methodist Church (following a private cremation)on 23rd April at 1430. Anyone wishing to attend please contact Hon Sec by email or Facebook Messenger.
R.I.P.
Crossed the Bar – Former WORS Brian “Pancho” Crane – Membership No: 792
Brian sadly passed away in St Richard’s Hospital on 27th March 2024, aged 79 years. He will be greatly missed by Margaret and all his family and friends.
The funeral service will take place on Thursday 11th April 2024 at Chichester Crematorium, 11.30am.
Further details can be found in the Members section
R.I.P.
Crossed the Bar – Former RS Todd Torrens Membership No: 1178
My sad duty to inform you that 1178 RS Todd Torrens X the Bar on 21st January 2024. Our thoughts and prayers are will all the family and friends at this sad time.
The funeral of RS Todd “Scouse” Torrens will take place on 1045 Friday 9th February 2024 at The Oaks Crematorium, Bartons Road, Havant PO9 5NA
R.I.P.
Crossed the Bar – Former CRS Louis Providence – Membership No: 657
My sad duty to inform you that RNCCA Member 657 CRS Louis Providence has passed away following a battle with cancer.
His daughter says it was peaceful and he wasn’t alone when he passed. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family and friends at this sad time.
The funeral of Former CRS Louis Providence will take place on Thursday 8th February 2024, at 1315. The service will be held in the South Chapel at The City of London Cemetary & Crematorium, Aldersbrook Road, London E12 5DQ.
It will also be streamed live – link below. Venue details for after the service are TBC. All family and friends are welcome.
Wesley Media
Name: Louis Providence
Location: City of London Crematorium – South Chapel
Date and Time: Thursday 08/02/2024 – 13:15
https://www.wesleymedia.co.uk/webcast-vie
Webcast Login PIN: 854-1381
R.I.P.
Crossed the Bar – Former CRS Thomas Torrance – Membership No: 407
Sad to report the passing of RNCCA Member 407 CRS Thomas Torrance our thoughts and prayers are with all his family and friends.
R.I.P.
Crossed the Bar – Former CRS Bob Cowley – Membership No: 429
My sad duty to report the passing of 429 CRS Bob Cowley, our thoughts and prayers are with all the family and friends at this sad time.
Bob’s Funeral will take place on Tuesday 19th December at 2:30pm at The harbour view crematorioum, Randall’s Hill, Lytchett Minster, Dorset BH16 6AN – Family flowers only but donations may be made to Alzheimers Research UK.
R.I.P.
Crossed the Bar – Former CCY Dave Poole – Membership No: 879
My sad duty to report the passing of former CCY Dave Poole (author of “On this Day” on the RNCCA facebook page).
R.I.P.
Crossed the Bar – Former CRS Peter “Willie” Weeks membership No: 236
It is the sad duty to report the passing of 236 CRS Peter “Willie” Weeks on Sunday 17th September 2023.Our thoughts and prayers are with Renie and all the family at this sad time.
R.I.P.
AGM 2024 Agenda
AGM 2024 Items for the Agenda
Ladies and Gentlemen, any items for the AGM to be held a the Royal Maritime Hotel in Portsmouth on Sunday 22nd September 2024 should be forwarded to the Hon Sec by 8th Sep 2024 please.
Those members who are not attending AR24 may join the meeting via an online link, the details of which will be published nearer the date.
Best wishes
Mark Rutley
(Hon. Secretary)
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