Vale: Joe Vellacott

[Old Fella]

Those who had the privilege of knowing and flying with Joe Vellacott (RAAF & CX F/E) will be saddened to learn that Joe passed away yesterday after a long battle with cancer. Joe's funeral will be held at 1100 on Thursday 28th from the All Saints Church, Church St, Boonah which is approx 40 Kms south west of Ipswich Qld.

[HotDog]

Sad news indeed! I trained Joe on the 74, a very good engineer and a thorugh gentleman. May he rest in peace.

[Kitsune]

As you say, a true gentleman and a loss to aviation. RIP mate.

[Geepers Eprs]

RIP Joe, a privelage to have known you

[Test Eagle]

Very sad news indeed.
A thorough gentleman and a fantastic guy to fly and work with.
RIP Joe.

[10sumpy]

A sad loss of a damn fine Engineer, and an even better bloke. Will treasure the hangovers we shared! Best memory was barman in KL after we spent many hours in the bar, asking Joe if I was his son. Joe replied "I don't know any woman that ugly!"

[Rainbow Flyer]

Sad news indeed. I had the privilege of flying with Joe many times on the Classic – it was always a pleasure. He was a professional and a gentleman. RIP.

[mr did]

I had the pleasure of flying on the classic with Joe, also went for a spin with him in his Waco in life after Cathay. A wonderful bloke. Sad news indeed.

[VR-HFX]

Vale Joe

Fond memories. Sure the head table awaits...save a place for me although I guess the ginger beers will get seating preference. Adam, Tubby, Mel, Paul Keith et al..will I am sure be raising a glass.

[skywagondriver]

A great guy...very sorry to hear this.
Ian Quinn

[Bograt]

Vale Joe, taught me a lot as a boggie on Hercs.

[daisy120]

RIP mate

Bloody cancer again..sad news Joe, you faught well, it was a priv to know you!!