Date: January 02, 2013
Author: Golf NSW

Vale: Faye Heywood


It is with great sadness to announce the recent passing of one of Golf NSW&aposs Honorary Members and a great ambassador to the game of golf, Faye Heywood. Pat Nonnis, Lady President of Bonnie Doon Golf Club, stated: “Mentor to so many, Club Captain, Life Member, her enormous contribution to Bonnie Doon Golf Club will not be forgotten. Due to poor health over the past few years she could no longer play golf but continued to support the ladies and the club. Attending the Christmas Party, Friendship Day and the very important General Meeting in the last week to register her vote. Faye will be sadly missed by everyone who knew her.” Faye was involved in numerous roles with women&aposs golf through Women&aposs Golf NSW / NSW Ladies Golf Union from 1968 to 1996. She served as its President from 1989-1991, Vice President in 1992 and served as NSWLGU Executive Council Member, State Selector and had numerous roles on NSWLGU Committees. Faye was also a NSW delegate to the Australian Ladies Golf Union (ALGU) from 1987-1995 and an ALGU Golf Subcommittee Member. Faye was a true ambassador to the game of golf and will be sadly missed. Golf NSW would like to extend its deepest sympathies to Faye&aposs family and friends.