Tribute to Elfriede

Tribute to Elfriede

4 December 2024

THE members of Downpatrick Bowling Club were saddened at the recent passing of their honorary life member, Elfriede Coburn.

Elfriede joined the club in the 1990s with her late husband, Bryan.

She immediately became involved with the running of the club and taking part in its activities.

She was a member of the NIWPGL team, which won the junior section several times, and of the team which won the Hazel Getty Cup three times. She also played in the East Down League in the evenings.

Elfriede was lady president of the club in 2004, 2011 and 2018, and was delighted when she elected as a honorary life member.

She continued to support the club and was greatly respected by all of the members who enjoyed her chat and had many laughs at meetings and bowling functions.

The club extends its sympathy to her family.