Thursday, August 24, 2023

Issue:

Mackay and Whitsunday Life

A Day For Dennis

Sarina Bowls Club was a sea of colour as 26 teams of mixed triples bowled off in A Day for Dennis, a popular player known as Den Den.

Dennis Maddern sadly passed away the end of 2021. His partner Margaret Rolfe and brother Allan Maddern sponsored the day in memory of Dennis.  

It was a request from Margaret for all to wear bright clothing, as Dennis was known for some very flamboyant outfits.

Strong competition was played, but unfortunately not everyone is a winner. Some great stories were told, and everyone raised a glass in memory of Dennis.

By Rita Hughes

WINNERS: Den Den’s partner Margaret Rolfe, left, and his brother Allan Maddern, centre, with the winning triples team from Pioneer Valley, Neil Grummet, Bob Kinnane and Kristin Muller. Photos: Rita Hughes

SECOND: Margaret Rolfe and Allan Maddern (second and fourth from left) with second placed   Margaret Egerton, Ian Gardner and Peter Blackburn.

THIRD: Margaret Rolfe and Allan Maddern (at left and right) with third placed Brian Adams, Chris and Les Smith.

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