John ‘Curly’ Williamson RIP
Published by AndyH on January 12th, 2009 in General
The sad news of John Williamson, aka Curly, passing away peacefully in hospital, aged 82 years was released this week. John, father of Jonny, father-in-law of Diane was a loving granddad to current players Daniel and Simon. John was a fervent and loyal player and then supporter of this club and will be sadly missed by all I’m sure. The funeral service and committal will be held at Holy Trinity Church, Ripon on Friday January 16th at 11.00am followed by refreshments at the Rugby Club. Flowers may be sent or donations if desired given for Yorkshire Air Ambulance.
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I first met ‘Curly” when I joined the Club ias an 18yr old in the Winter of 63, and when I returned last season as a parent ,(Seb ) , & met ‘Curly” again,he had not changed. He had been a friend of my fathers, for many years,so it was wonderful to yarn with him about the yester years of Ripon RUFC. He will be dearly missed by us all. .My heartfelt sympathy goes out to ‘Jonny’ & Diane & his grandsons.
Nigel Jones