"I
wish to inform the Odd Bods Association Victoria of the passing of my father in
law Ronald Victor Clarkson RAAF 417805. DFC. who passed away on November
9, 2016 at Lutheran Aged Care, Albury 2640 He was aged 98 years and 6 months.
Earlier this year Ron received the French Medal of Honour of which he was very
proud. He enjoyed hearing from the Odd bods via Newsletter, please cancel
his subscription.
Ron was born in Peterhead, South Australia and during
WW11 was sent to England and was posted to Lissett Air force Base in Yorkshire
and became a member of 158 Squadron, his plane being the famous “Friday the
13th” which was awarded the Victoria Cross and went on display in Oxford St,
London after the war. Ron did 40 sorties over enemy territory and was
awarded the DFC for his courage.
Ron’s beloved wife of 68 years passed away 5
years ago on November 15, 2011. Ron was a beautiful humble man and we
shall miss him so. He has two sons, Terry and Leigh. I am married to
Terry and Leigh’s wife is Marilyn.
I wish also to thank the lovely lady
who sent Christmas and birthday cards to Ron. Much appreciated.
Thank
you, Sue Clarkson. Albury. NSW"
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