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| Author: | connief [ Sat Feb 17, 2024 3:28 pm ] |
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Hi all, Just passing on to those who may have known him or were or are members of "Gunplot" , that Russ Graystone was found deceased by his son (who was visiting) Thursday morning at his home in Thailand . |
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| Author: | DirtyDiesel [ Sat Feb 17, 2024 4:07 pm ] |
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RIP Russ |
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| Author: | BC [ Thu Mar 07, 2024 8:11 pm ] |
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I never served directly with him, but I do remember many who would admire his dedication and professional skills. Here is a good overview of his career: https://navalinstitute.com.au/obituary- ... griffiths/ Vale Rear Admiral Guy Richmond Griffiths aged 101 years. 
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| Author: | Seejay [ Thu Mar 07, 2024 9:27 pm ] |
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Vale POQMG Noel (Wacka) Payne R64388 served 8th of May, 65 to 75. A great mate to all who knew him. Spent a long time as an advocate on the Gold Coast, helped many. Passed over the bar this evening, after battle with Cancer. Those who served on the Vung Tau Ferry will recognise Noel as the co-author of the book 'The Vung Tau Ferry' along with Rodney Nott. This was the book that really started to bring an awareness to people outside the RAN about the great work the SYDNEY and her escorts did on the Vietnnam runs. My sincere condolences to Noel's family and mates on their loss of a good bloke. |
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| Author: | BC [ Fri Mar 08, 2024 6:24 am ] |
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Sad news indeed CJ. Noel and Rodney had to do a hell of a lot of research to compile that book, which gives recognition to RAN logistical involvement to the Vietnam War. Noel's Vietnam Service involved 3 x Escort Trips in HMAS Stuart in 1967 & 68. My condolences to Noel's family and friends. RIP Noel 
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| Author: | tafmo [ Fri Mar 08, 2024 10:23 am ] |
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connief wrote: Hi all, Just passing on to those who may have known him or were or are members of "Gunplot" , that Russ Graystone was found deceased by his son (who was visiting) Thursday morning at his home in Thailand . Served with Russ on the Brisbane. He was an interesting character, but rubbed a lot of people the wrong way…RIP Russ… 
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| Author: | Hippy Chippy [ Fri Mar 08, 2024 12:37 pm ] |
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tafmo wrote: connief wrote: Hi all, Just passing on to those who may have known him or were or are members of "Gunplot" , that Russ Graystone was found deceased by his son (who was visiting) Thursday morning at his home in Thailand . Served with Russ on the Brisbane. He was an interesting character, but rubbed a lot of people the wrong way…RIP Russ… Whilst I agree with Tafmo,  credit where credit's due, without 'Stones' and my personal differences with him  on his 'The Gun Plot' there would be no RAN Skilled Hands, (but that's another story,)  and let's not forget that after his initial retirement, he accepted an offer from the RAN to re-join and create most of what is now the 'official' RAN website and much of the historical content therein... 
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| Author: | BC [ Thu Mar 14, 2024 7:42 pm ] |
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This is to advise that the funeral service for Rear Admiral Guy Griffiths will be livestreamed from the Garden Island Chapel on Friday 15 March from 1100, Eastern Standard Time. For those wishing to view the Service access is available via the following links, https://www.annwilsonfunerals.com.au/up ... rals/ytr4/ alternatively, https://www.ceremonycast.com.au/guygriffiths Kind regards, David Michael President |
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