It is with absolute heartbreak that we report the passing of William Gerrard 'Gerry' Griffiths this morning at John Hunter Hospital in Newcastle this morning.
Gerry was the patriarch of the Tamworth Australian Football League, the long serving President who sat on the Executive every year of the League's 20 year existence, and remained an active umpire in the season just ended. His wife Veronica is a Life Member of the Tamworth Swans and the most loved personality around the Club. His son Evan was a member of the Swans last Premiership teams in 2006 and 2009.
Gerry was a very special man who loved his family and loved his football, and his passing will be felt by many.
All who enjoy our fantastic game in the North West are incredibly indebted to the work Gerry has put into the sport. Our thoughts and prayers have been and will remain with the Griffiths family for some time to come. Never one to rest, we hope that Gerry has at least found peace.
Details on funeral arrangements will be provided in due course.
Rene Dasey
Secretary
Tamworth AFL
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