Jeff Sheldon RIP

We regret to advise of the passing of old B16 workmate, Jeff Sheldon.  We send our condolences to his family.  Urs received a call from Jeff`s brother, Chris.    Thanks, Chris.  I remember that Jeff was a long time workmate of Vic Smith`s, also from B16 Trucks. Jeff was born in 1947 in Gainsborough, UK. He was an experienced Heavy Equipment Fitter. He completed a number of courses on Detroit, Allison, GE and Caterpillar.  He was one of several BCL employees who commenced their Bougainville careers with Morgan Equipment prior to moving, up the hill, to Panguna. Prior to coming to PNG, in 1966, Jeff completed an apprenticeship with Ira Berk (Qld).  He then had a wide range of roles and in numerous locations. His first job in PNG was in Port Moresby, with New Guinea Motors. From 1969 to 1972 he was with Complex Timbers, PNG. He then returned to PNG, in 1977, for his first contract with Morgan Equipment. It was from Morgans that he went onto the BCL B16 Trucks Dept. He was employed by various contractors including Kanny`s, Thiess, McDonald Cranes, JDA (contracted to PJV).  He accompanied Vic into military maintenance works including in Kuwait.  Vic stayed with the US Gov`t projects including based in the USA and in Germany.  From 1999 Jeff spent several years with P & O, mainly in Brisbane. Funeral details have not yet been decided.  What we do know is that there will be a memorial service in Sandgate next month. If you require further details please contact Danni, Chris or Urs (0401 198 664). Regards Davo