1999 Vale Arch Geary

More than 300 people attended the funeral of one of the Wynnum Manly area’s best-loved identities, Arch Geary.  Mr. Geary died on Saturday, June 19, aged 87.

Arch dedicated most of his adult life to Wynnum Manly Rugby League.  He was involved as a board member and a volunteer for over 50 years from the late 1940’s in varying roles and had life membership bestowed upon him in 1966 for his services to the club.

When entering the rear entrance of the Wynnum Manly Rugby League Club, the gates are named in honour of Arch Geary and best mate Phil Pascoe…….read more