Vale Bill Morling, 1943-2020
Bill was a long
serving member of the Austin 7 Club and The Range Rover Club
Victoria.
He had a long history of building specials, competing in
motor sport and particularly for his services in providing
race communications and timing.
Who in the Club can forget the 'Whitmor'
Lance 'Bill' MORLING=
eternal giver and surrogate father to many. Survived by
loving family of Kay, Danny, Lucas, Lachlan, Jade, Maddy,
Gemma and Maggie. Many thanks for the support from the
broader family and to Cabrini for all the care they
provided. Rest happy in your factory in the sky.
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Vale Fred
Darling, 1926 - 2017
The Committee and members
of the Austin 7 Club are deeply saddened by the passing of
Fred, who had been an active part of the Club since he
joined in 1951.
He regularly participated in Club events
over many years and always attended club meetings, latterly
with the support of his son Mike.
The Club will not be the same without his
friendly face and cheery comments.
The President received this
letter from Fred's son Mike Darling-
I write to advise you of the sad but
not unexpected passing of Austin 7 Club Life Member Fred
Darling. Over recent years, ongoing health issues have taken
their toll and many of you would have seen Fred becoming
increasingly frail.
Not daunted, his determination to
remain independent at home continued unabated, until another
recent fall saw the medical authorities insist on 24 hour
care. Surprisingly, dad managed the transition well,
seemingly finally aware that the move was in his best
interests.
After only three weeks in his new home,
where A7 photos and trophies featured heavily, he passed
away quietly in his sleep on the evening of Sunday 5th
of November. For family reasons Fred was cremated privately
this week with no formal service.
As someone who grew up around the club,
attending events as a child with many of the founding
members, I’m proud to acknowledge the huge part the Austin 7
club family played in Fred’s life and the many lasting
friendships formed during his uninterrupted membership of
more than 60 years.
On behalf of my sisters, Lynne, Chris
and Carole, I thank you, the members, for your friendship
and support of dad, particularly after the loss of “Bernie”,
his wife. The colour change of dad’s beloved Ruby Roadster,
from traditional cream to red, was for mum, who’d always
wanted a red sports car. Having dismantled it in the front
yard during my high school holidays I’m glad that with your
help she eventually got her wish.
The last club event Fred attended was
the recent visit to the Moorabbin Air Museum. Those who were
there or who saw his photo on the cover of the September
Light Shaft will know how much that day meant to him.
Finally, you should know that Dad had
an enormous sense of pride about the way the club has
developed and strengthened, particularly the financial
independence and stability achieved in recent years. Long
may it continue!
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Vale Trevor Cole, 1923-2016
