It is with great sadness that we must advise you that NIPGBL Honorary member North McQuay passed away earlier this week. To North’s family, and his friends, we offer our deepest sympathy at this time of loss.
North had an illustrious career in Bowls, both as a player and as an administrator.
As a player, North won multiple NIPGBL & IBA titles, individually and with his club side, Knock, while also representing Ireland at full international level, both outdoor and indoor.
North served the NIPGBL & IBA with distinction, was the IBA Honorary Assistant Secretary from 1985-1991 and Honorary Secretary from 1992-2000. He was also an international selector for many years. Honorary membership to the NIPGBL was conferred in 2003.
North's funeral service will take place in Browns Funeral Parlour, Newtownards Road on Wednesday week, 16th October, at 2pm. A cremation will follow at Roselawn Crematorium at 3.20 pm.