Camden Haven community organisation mourns friend Camden Haven by News Of The Area - Modern Media - July 5, 2024 Lancy Withy passed away suddenly on Sunday 16 June. CAMDEN Haven support organisation Community at 3 is mourning the loss of longstanding associate and guest Lance Withy, who passed away suddenly on Sunday 16 June. “Lance was a gentleman and we, along with Club North Haven and the Anglican Church, share together in his loss,” said Community at 3 co-chair Theo Hazelgrove. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us – (02) 4981 8882. Email us – media@newsofthearea.com.au Sharing fond memories of Lance, Mr Hazelgrove described him as a “self-appointed cruciverbalist”, a person who enjoys or is skilled at solving crosswords. “It was difficult to win a crossword with Lance,” Hr Hazelgrove said. “He knew his words and made sure you knew he knew. “He took great comfort in learning that most people don’t know what a cruciverbalist is.” Mr Hazelgrove described Lance as a “kind and considerate” man, thanking all community members who cared for and supported him. A celebration of Lance’s life will be held at the Anglican Church in Laurieton on Wednesday 10 July, commencing at 3.00pm. “An invitation is extended to our community to come and celebrate his life,” Mr Hazelgrove said. Enquiries to Mr Hazelgrove on 0419 370 076.
