Peter Rourke

[davejones]

I have just heard that Peter Rourke has passed away on Friday evening.

Peter was a worthy winner of the Mens Singles in 1980/81 and runner up in 1983/84. Mens Doubles titles in 1979/80 and 1984/85 with John Symington.
He also won the Mixed Doubles with his partner of the time Sheila Pinner (now O'Brien) in 1984/85 and 1986/87.

Peter has been battling illness for some years and in and out of hospital many times.

How sad that yet another icon of Sussex bar billiards has passed on.

Yes I remember seeing Peter in his County Singles final.

He was at the same time a formidable player and a gentle giant.

Gone now but not forgotten....

[bigtj]

Yes another character from barbilliards, who left the game better for his participation, rest in peace. TJ