Tributes to Don Leggett

Gosford mayor Cr Laurie Maher and Member for Gosford Cr Chris Holstein have both paid tribute to Mr Don Leggett, who died on Thursday, June 26, aged 83.

The funeral of the man who was Gosford's first mayor was held on Monday, July 4, at Greenway Chapel and Memorial Gardens.

Gosford mayor Cr Laurie Maher said: "On behalf of Gosford City Council, I would like to express my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Don Leggett.

"Don has been an influential figure in the direction of our City thanks to his selfless contribution to all aspects of our community.

"He was a hard-working man who had a passion for bettering Gosford City as a region and a community," said Cr Maher.

"His contribution to the establishment of the Peninsula Retirement Village was vital in getting the project off the ground.

"Don played a significant role in both the Woy Woy and Umina Rotary's and was a great citizen to the Central Coast community.

"Don was a Gosford City Councillor from 1974 to 1983 and served as the first Mayor of our City in 1980, a fantastic achievement for a committed and dedicated public servant.

"He was a great community worker and had a strong involvement with the Woy Woy Roosters Rugby League Football Club.

"He was a friendly and likeable character who did everything he could for the City of Gosford.

"He will be sorely missed but his contribution to our region will not be soon forgotten," said Cr Maher.

Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein also expressed his condolences.

"His achievements were countless," said Mr Holstein.

"Don was a 'doer', with a profound love of the Peninsula and the community.

"The community has lost a true gentleman and I would like to send my condolences to his family and friends at this sad time," Mr Holstein said.

Mr Leggett held positions including Woy Woy and District Meals on Wheels chairman in 1983, Umina Old Aged Pensioner Group president and board chairman, Ettalong Financial Services foundation director in 2002-3, Woy Woy Rotary Club president in1972 and Umina Rotary Club president in 1977.

He was involved with the building of the Everglades golf course and had an active association with Ocean Beach Surf Club and Umina Surf Life Saving Club.

Media Release, 28 Jun 2011 Wendy Masula, Office of Chris Holstein MP Media Statement, 6 Jun 2011 Laurie Maher, Gosford Council Book, 2009 Margaret Hardy, Significant Men of the Central Coast