David Roberts OAM – Freshwater SLSC
He was best known around Freshwater SLSC and Surf Life saving circles as ‘Paddle Pop’. Dave Roberts gained his Bronze Medallion with the club in 1945 and remained actively involved with Freshwater after his retirement from competition. For many years, he was a regular attendee at the Sunday morning House of Lords meetings. Dave held various positions with the club, including board, ski and swim captain and club coach. He gained his Examiners, Instructors and Radio Operators Certificate.
In competition, Dave won multiple championships in his favourite ski event and, in later life, won a number of Branch, State and Australian championships as a member of the club’s march past team. He was bestowed Life Membership of Freshwater SLSC, SNB Branch and SLSNSW. His years of dedication to Surf Life Saving were recognised in 2013 when he was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia.
David was awarded SNB Life Membership in 1990.
David passed away on March 12th, 2017. He was aged 90.