Dudley STOREY Obituary

Through the 1960's Dudley did a lot of his rowing training on the Tamaki River, from both the St Georges and University Boat Sheds. So many of us were privileged to have been touched by this gentle bear of a man, who always had time for personal contact and advice. Subsequent fame from his National Representative exploits did not change his demeanour. Memories of him are imprinted on many fellow rowers all these years later. Our thoughts are with Paula and family at this time.

Dudley Storey, so sorry to hear of your passing recently my sincere condolences to Paula and family. First met in the 60's when mainly for off-season fitness, you, Murray Watkinson, Alan Webster played basketball at the Auckland YMCA for North Shore when I was just getting started. Our very infrequent catch-ups over all the years remained as if we had played just yesterday, always that big smile and friendly welcome and banter. Congratulation Dudley on all your successes and for the lives that you shaped and changed for the good along the way. An incredibly generous man, congratulations on a life so well lived. Love and comfort to Paula and all your family. Go well Dudley. Rob Arblaster

Condolences from your Condliffe Place neighbour, from many years ago.

Memories of Dudley will remain in everyone's heart. His quotes, words, laughter and mannerisms never forgotten and always treasured.

- The fright that everyone got when we would smack the bow of the boat as we exited the rowing shed... 'to make sure we were awake'
- The passion he had when telling us the story of the years he managed the Mens 8+ to the Olympics.

What an utterly inspirational person.

My love goes out to Paula and Alison whom selflessly shared Dud with us all, what amazing Woman.

Memories that will never fade of the holidays I shared with Dudley & Chick at
waiheke as children,
Dudley I watched you aspire to your highest
level in rowing and your achievments and felt privileged to have known you.
Rest in Peace
Gail Dixon (nee Moffett)

My sympathy to all the Storey family. Dudley was so positive and loyal to rowing and those around him. I competed against him many times. As could be expected he was a strong competitor. He was always such an active ingredient of the rowing scene. Interestingly I note he was only two and a half weeks older than me so we were close compatriots.

My sincere condolences to Paula and family. I worked for Dudley as his PA during his time heading the Crown Lynn sponsorship of NZ Rowing. A great boss and dedicated sportsman for whom I have a huge respect. RIP. Marlene Dragicevich.

Thinking of all the family and the great loss.
Remembering family times and West End Rowing in the 50'swhen we lived in Auckland
Wayne and Judith Edwards (Trembath daughter of Len and Edrie)
Palmerston North.

STOREY, Dudley. A great man, rowing legend and friend, gone but not forgotten. Your wonderful dedication, commitment and expertise was an inspiration to all. Thank you forever. Pauline, Bernie and Sam Brown

STOREY, Dudley Leonard (OBE). A valued member of the Equipage Club. He will be sadly missed by all.

STOREY, Dudley. Respected member of the West End Rowing Club for over sixty years. Life Member of the club. Olympic Medallist in 1968 and 1972. Dudley joined West End in 1955 and quickly established himself as a highly competitive oarsman, rowing in successful crews over three decades. Dudley also made a stellar contribution to the management of New Zealand rowing crews in the early 1980?'s. His contribution to West End, school rowing and the wider rowing community will be missed. Sincerest condolences to Paula and the Storey Family from the Officers and Members of West End Rowing Club

STOREY, Dudley. Dearly loved lifelong friend for over 56 years. Such a privilege to have known this dedicated, exceptional man. Our love and sympathy to Paula and family. Paul and Eunice, Barry and Elaine and Ivan and Marlene. Rest in peace dear Dudley.