We are sorry to learn of the passing of Johnny Gilbert, at the age of 89.
A great Wimborne RFC player for many years in the fifties and sixties, and 1st Team Captain for four seasons between 1958 and 1964.
John was introduced to the Rugby Club by his then sports teacher, J K Williams around 1949/50, and played for the Club from then onwards until he transferred to West Drayton/Heathrow Airport to work for Air Traffic Centre.
John retained his links and contacts with the Club through his golfing interests, and he always loved his time and connections with the Club.
Fond memories for all those that knew him. R.I.P. Johnny
Our condolences and thoughts are with Jenny and the family at this sad time.
His funeral is at Easthampstead Park Crematorium, RG40 3DW, on Thursday 25th May at 1pm.
Johnny appears in the following First Team Photos from our Photo Gallery:
1956/57 1957/58 1959/60 1960/61 1961/62 1962/63 1963/64
