It is with great sadness that the CRFU learned today of the passing of our former Honorary Secretary Roger Watson.
Roger’s passion for Cornish rugby was demonstrated by the many roles he undertook in the game.
As well as afforded Life Membership by his club Redruth RFC, he was also made a Life Member by Trelawny’s Army Supporter’s club
Our thoughts are with Nikki and all the family at this sad time.
The following appeared on Redruth RFC’s website earlier today;
Roger held many roles in his service to the game. Roger was the first Honorary Secretary of Trelawny’s Army Supporters Club and in 1994 Honorary Secretary of Cornwall Schools (16 Group) and sat on the CRFU Committee. From 2001 to 2014 Roger was the Honorary Secretary to Redruth RFC and travelled the length and breadth of the country in support of the Reds. In recognition of his service to the club, Roger was awarded Life Membership. In 2015 Roger became Honorary Secretary to the CRFU and held this position until 2018 whilst also holding the position of Secretary to Cornwall’s Disciplinary Committee. Soon after Roger and Nikki, along with their son Rawlyn moved to the Rhymney Valley in South Wales to be closer to their daughter Esyld and young Granddaughter Isla. Roger continued to love the game and was still attending matches locally last season.
Funeral details will be posted when available.
