Gordon C. Sinclair 1936-2026![]()
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It is with great sorrow we learned today that member Gordon Sinclair sadly passed away last evening.![]()
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Known as “Sincy” for most of his days, as, when joining membership of our Club since 1999, his nickname came with him, as many of our members already knew Gordon from his days as their Chemistry teacher at Lenzie Academy.![]()
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Whilst never involved in a committee positions, Sincy was a very capable, competitive and dedicated bowler, playing mostly at lead. He regularly represented the Club at other Clubs’ opening days, most especially at Bishopbriggs.![]()
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He was also a good quality golfer, with membership at Bishopbriggs and a regular competitor at Royal Dornoch. Golfing commitments of course often clashed with bowls and most will remember trying to arrange ties around his golf matches, with many scribbles on the various pieces of paper he used as a diary – it was a disaster when those scraps went missing!![]()
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Despite his qualities as a consistent lead, singles success eluded him, with runner-up in the Vice-Presidents Prize of 2023 as close as he came to a singles trophy. ![]()
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In Pairs competitions it was a different story, reaching the final of the Nomination Pairs twice with Bob Cole, wining in 2014, winning the Club Pairs twice with Steven Burns, 2007 and 2011 and runner-up with Norrie Hannah in 2002.![]()
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He reached more Senior Pairs finals than any member in the history of the competition, winning four of seven finals since 1999, partnering Robert Pullin, Peter McGuire, John Gray and Bob Cole.![]()
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Other successes included: Avondale Triples 2011, 2018 and 2018; Gavin Bell Trophy 2015 and 2023, and Mullen Trophy 2016![]()
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Bob Cole became his regular Pairs partner for many years and was a great support to Gordon and his family in more recent years when the impacts of age became a greater and greater challenge, thus ensuring bowling obligations were met and in ferrying him to and from Fintry Indoor for winter play. It was testament to Gordon’s competitive spirit that he was still competing and competing well even in the most recent two seasons, reaching a Senior Pairs final and taking a prize for the Monday Night Umbrella games in 2024.![]()
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Gordon thoroughly enjoyed his games and the company at the Club and loved a chat – often about his golfing escapades and family time in Dornoch. A popular member and daunting opponent, he will be sorely missed.![]()
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Our thoughts are very much with his wife, Isabel, children Alastair, Rhona and Mairi and the wider family at this sad time.![]()
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Funeral arrangements will be shared once known.
Funeral of the Late John Leitch![]()
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Please note the funeral arrangements for the late John Leitch as undernoted:![]()
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Following a family only committal at Bishopbriggs Crematorium - ![]()
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On Friday 6th February there will be a memorial service at Lenzie Union Church at 2pm followed by a funeral tea downstairs in the church hall.![]()
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The family would be delighted to see as many fellow members and friends as can attend.
John M. Leitch![]()
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Today we learned that the Club's current eldest and longest serving member, John Leitch, had sadly passed away in the Royal Infirmary, in the presence of his family, after a short period of illness.![]()
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John will doubtless have been looking forward to his 58th season at the Club, having joined membership in 1969, During that time he had a playing record that would be the envy of many, with three Championship wins from four finals, achievements which sit proudly alongside his other playing successes listed below.![]()
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He served on the Committee as Bar Convener in 1981 and 1982, and during that time he was instrumental in the Club installing a colour TV for the first time – an occasion where the Club was well behind the curve on modern developments!![]()
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John will be remembered by all who met him as simply one of the finest gentlemen that you could every wish to meet. He had a kind word for everyone and was most welcoming to all new members of the Club, showing a genuine interest in all he met. His manner, decorum, standards and etiquette and desire to do everything right, were second to none.![]()
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On the green he had the keenest desire to play well and maintained his competitive edge every time he stepped on the mat, winning his last TWO trophies in 2021, in his 90th year. Physical difficulties restricted his play in recent seasons, but he quickly adopted the use of a bowling arm, allowing him to continue to play competitively. He was delighted that he became an "internet sensation" in 2024 when a video posted on our Facebook site had over 1.2 million views and over 3000 "likes" from across the world!![]()
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Many tributes have already been received citing John as the loveliest of men, and he will be sorely missed.![]()
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Our thoughts are John's family at this sad time. Funeral arrangements will be advised once known.![]()
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Playing Record - ![]()
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Club Champion – 1981, 1982, 1988 and runner-up 1993![]()
President’s Prize – Runner-up 1973![]()
Vice-President’s Prize– 1973![]()
Nomination Pairs – 1974 (with Bill Samuel), 1986 and 1989 (with Charlie Smith), 1989 and twice runner-up with both.![]()
Club Pairs – 1969 (with Bill Samuel)and twice runner-up (with Charlie Smith and Tom Copley)![]()
Triples – Runner-up 1999 (with Laurie Nash and Ron Barron)![]()
Fours – 1994 (with Bill Turnbull, Colin Cruickshanks and Charlie Smith) and runner-up 1999 (with Gordon Baird, Robin Aitken, Colin Cruickshanks)![]()
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1975 SBA Inter District Pairs Winner with Bill Samuel reaching the finals at Queen’s Park![]()
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Triples Trophy wins 50 years apart in 1971 and 2021 !![]()
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The other trophies he has won are Deacon Brothers, Vicary Trophy, Mullen Trophy and Avondale Triples (2021)
What a brilliant night last evening at the Club's Burns' Supper.![]()
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Vice-President Jim Munro, with Elspeth Milne and Lynn Smith organised a great first event for their social committee.![]()
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Huge thanks go to the Burns' aficionados for entertaining us - ![]()
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Arnie Faichney, for addressing the Great Chieftan o' the Puddin' Race and toasting the Lassies.![]()
David Ridland for amazing us all performing his Tam o' Shanter recital with word perfect memory![]()
David Sturgeon accompanying singers on the keyboard and entertaining us all with his hugely popular and entirely inappropriate songs!![]()
Karen Herbison for her Reply from the Lassies, and ![]()
Gina Graham for her touching Immortal Memory on Burns' life as seen from the perspective of the ever-faithful Jean Armour![]()
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Add to that a wonderful feast provided by Robbie Kirkman and his team, following the haggis being piped in by bagpiper, Greg Stewart, the night was simply a great success.![]()
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Well done to all involved in preparation of the Club for the night and a big thanks to all who attended.![]()
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Members and Guests are reminded of the timings for our SOLD OUT Burns Supper this evening.![]()
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Please arrive in time for 6.30p.m. for a 6.45p.m. start to ensure that we are all seated to start the full card of proceedings.![]()
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The hall looks resplendent to welcome you - thanks to all those involved for the hard work so far, and we look forward to another great night.![]()
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The Funeral of the Late Cathy McLachlan will take place as follows - ![]()
Tuesday 20th January 2026![]()
10.00a.m, at Bishopbriggs Crematorium![]()
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Thereafter at The Grove Bar & Restaurant.![]()
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All welcome
Happy New Year to all our Members, friends and their families, wishing you all the best for a healthy prosperous and successful 2026.![]()
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We look forward positively to the 2026 season with another clutch of new members to welcome into the Club, which is great to see, and of course we all hope that some greater successes will come our way!!![]()
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Mon the Lenzie!!