Richard (1897-1978) and Gertrud Huxsel McNamee
Richard McNamee and his wife Gertrud Huxsel McNamee moved to Beaconsfield around 1928. Being a strong swimmer, Richard was honoured for rescuing Mr Rogan from drowning in May 1923. A boating enthusiast, he helped organized the early regattas and was very much involved in developing the many activities of the Kirkwood Avenue Association.