Susan McAnna

1972-2008

Sadly Susan passed away on the 24th of July.  Although Susan was part of the Radio Yachting community for only a few years she left an indelible mark and will be missed by all.

Susan and husband Matthew joined Kogarah Bay Radio Yacht Club just after the 2005 Nationals and immediately become valued members of the club.  Susan became one of the regular club sailors and won her fair share of races.  She was always quick to volunteer for any duty and her good humour, intelligence and sunny disposition had a very positive effect on the members.

Her generous nature soon had her volunteering to help at the NSW IOM GPs and State Championships, where she took care of the fleet management, results and many of the shore duties which help to make a regatta run smoothly.  Many a PRO’s job was made simple with her enthusiastic help and support.

Susan became the NSWRYA Secretary/Treasurer for the 2006/7 year and the Publicity Officer the following year, until she became too ill to continue.  The club secretaries would have been recipients of her friendly and helpful emails and phone calls.

Sons, Sam 2 ½ and Kasey 9 months will miss a proud and caring mother.  Matthew’s mate has sailed a good course and our condolences go out to him.

Susan, our sense of loss is considerable and it’s hard to believe you are no longer with us.  We will remember your generous spirit always.