Fellow Moth members, it is with great sadness that Admiral Halifax Shellhole must advise that 22432 Moth Blikkies Blignaut answered the Sunset Call last night at 23h45 after being injured […]
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Sunset Call: Moth Lionel Ashbury of Tommy Rendle V.C Shellhole
Fellow members, it is with great sadness that Tommy Rendle V.C Shellhole has to announce that 19627 Moth Lionel Ashbury answered the Sunset Call last night and has flown away […]
Read StorySunset Call: Moth Robert Docherty from Admiral Halifax Shellhole
Fellow Moths it is with a heavy heart that I must announce that 23140 Moth Robert Docherty from Admiral Halifax Shellhole answered the Sunset Call today. Robert was a resident […]
Read StorySunset Call: Moth 23756 Dirk Slingerland of Battle Dress (21 Jan 2022)
Battledress Shelllhole regretfully announces that Moth 23756 Dirk Slingerland has answered the Sunset Call and has been called to higher service. Dirk was one of the first qualified Submariners (number […]
Read StoryZimbabwe Moths
Good Day, I would like to update our information about the MOTH in Zimbabwe. In particular looking for the following information. Does the Zimbabwe Command still exist? They had 2 […]
Read StorySunset Call: Moth Henry van der Westhuizen of Propatria 10-Jan-21
Fellow Moth members, Pro Patria Shellhole regretfully announces that 19355 Moth Henry van der Westhuizen answered the Sunset Call on the 10th January 2022 and has been called to higher […]
Read StorySunset Call: Moth Allan Crane 20 December 2021 Shellburst Shellhoe
Let it be known that Moth Allan Crane , Membership number 201911-196103-0287-24204 of Shellburst Shellhole, answered the Sunset Call on the 20th of December 2021. Originally the Funeral was arranged […]
Read StorySunset Call Moth Angus Walker – Marshall Smuts Shellhole 23 Dec 2021
With great sadness, Marshal Smuts Shellhole has to inform that 19505, Moth Angus Walker answered the Sunset Call and has gone to meet his Glory with the Higher Command one […]
Read StoryWarriors Gate getting a face-lift
Warriors Gate, the Shrine of the MOTH is currently currently undergoing a face lift. A fresh Coat of paint and the stone work being cleaned, restored and sealed. Watch this […]
Read StoryGreetings from the Old Bill of the Order
Dear fellow Moths FESTIVE SEASON WISHES 13 December 2021 With the holidays just around the corner, we look back upon the past year and acknowledge all those who have helped […]
Read StorySunset Call: Moth Wayne Thompson, Botha Shellhole. 4 Dec 2021
It is with great sadness that I report that Moth Wayne Thompson of Botha Shellhole, has answered the sunset call early this morning, 4 December 2021 We Will Remember Him. […]
Read StoryYEAR END GREETING
Message from the National Chairman Andy Boden Firstly, I would like to start off by thanking MOTH GHQ for nominating and installing me as the National Chairman for 2021-2022. It […]
Read StoryCertificate of Merit Awarded to Moth Brian Wickens 27 November 2021
Congratulation to Moth Brian Wickens who was awarded the Certificate of Merit at the Platinum Province meeting on the 27th November 2021. The certificate was presented by National Chairman Andy […]
Read StoryPVO award trophy to the MOTH
Moth Andy Boden, member of the MOTH National Executive, was invited by the Paratrooper Veteran Organisation (PVO) to attend their November Pretoria Canopy meeting at Evenden House. The PVO […]
Read StoryChange in National Executive Top Table.
At the November AGM 2021, Moth A Boden and Moth A. Coetsee 3 year term was up and they had to decide whether to make them selves available again or […]
Read StoryOld Bill of the Order for 2021 – 2022
MOTH General Head Quarters Congratulates Moth JOHAN NEETHLING du PLESSIS on his appointment as Old Bill of the Order for 2021- 2022 Moth du Plessis is one of a rare breed, […]
Read StoryLooking for a “Remembrance Wreath”
During the month of November, if you live in the Durban area, purchase your wreath from Cottage Flowers. The Cost is R250.00 and the proceeds go towards the running of […]
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Sunset Call: Moth Frans (Phil) de Villiers of Battle Dress 19 October 2021
It is with sincere sadness to announce that Moth 19324 Frans (Phil) de Villiers answered the Sunset Call last evening after a brave struggle. Phil, as he was known to […]
Read StorySunset Call:Moth George Leyland of Dawn Patrol -6th October 2021
Dawn Patrol sadly announces that Moth George Leyland, No 201807-193709-0084-23739 answered the Sunset Call on Wednesday 6th October 2021 GEORGE ALBERT LEYLAND 1937-09-07 to 2021-10-06 WE WILL […]
Read StorySunset Call: Moth Ernest George Mann of Marshall Smuts Shellhole, 15 Oct 2021
With great sadness Marshal Smuts has to inform that 19486 Moth Ernest George Mann rolled away on his last train journey yesterday afternoon at 14H10. Surrounded by his family and […]
Read StoryMutual help live and well in the Western Cape.
Good day Fellow Moths where ever you may be. The letters hereunder from the Old Bill at Weskus Quartel as well as the letter from Ansie & Lawrence van den […]
Read StoryPlatinum Province awards Certificates of Excellence to Moths Fenner & van Rensburg
On 26th of September 2021, Moth Dave Berry of Platinum awarded the Certificates of Excellence to Moth Jacques van Rensburg of KBB and Moth Andre Fenner from Oasis Shellhole. The […]
Read StorySunset Call: Moth Ken Potgieter from Dickie Fritz Shellhole 23 September 2021.
Be it known that Moth Ken Potgieter from Dickie Fritz Shellhole of the East Rand District Dugout answered the Sunset Call on 23 September 2021. Herewith our Sincere Condolences and […]
Read StorySunset Call: Moth Adrian Botha of Tim Lukin Shellhole 3 September 2021
Be it known that Moth Adrian Botha from Tim Lukin Shellhole of the East Rand District Dugout answered the Sunset Call on 03 September 2021. Herewith our Sincere Condolences and […]
Read StorySunset Call: Moth Fred Ford Tim Lukin Shellhole 22 August 2021
Be it known that Moth Fred Ford from Tim Lukin Shellhole of the East Rand District Dugout answered the Sunset Call on 22 August 2021. Herewith our Sincere Condolences and […]
Read StorySunset Call: Moth Colin Wilmot from Komesho Shellhole 16 September 2021
It is with great sadness that I inform you that Moth Colin Wilmot of Komesho Shellhole answered the sunset call this morning. Colin was our oldest member, also a life […]
Read StoryMOTH 95th hosted by Cape Western
Moth Cape Western Provincial Dugout are the national hosts for the Moth 95th celebrations from 6 – 8th May 2022. Click here for draft itinerary Provincial Old Bill Leon Robertson […]
Read StoryAnnual MOTH Remembrance Day Ceremony at Mt. Memory MOTH National Memorial
Annual MOTH Remembrance Day Ceremony at Mt. Memory MOTH National Memorial Venue: Champagne Sports Resort (+-2.4 hours from Durban) Mount Memory Memorial site (Located inside the Resort property, follow the […]
Read StoryMoth Norman Edwards awarded 40 year tie
Moth Norman Edward’s was presented his 40 year tie, in proud recognition of his long commitment and continued service to the Memorial Order of Tin Hats, by Old Bill Chris […]
Read StoryMOTH Warrior Shellhole’s Honey tank moves to Dickie Fritz Cottages
The 2 September was a sad day at Warrior Shellhole as they watch one of their 2 tanks being transported to a new home at Mesca Dickie Fritz Cottages. This […]
Read StorySunset Call : Moth Gerhard Bourhill of Staaldak Shellhole
It is with great sadness that Staaldak Shellhole must announce that Moth Gerhard Bourhill (19794) answered the Sunset Call in the early hours of 30 August 2021. He lost his […]
Read StorySunset Call: Dennis Swartz of Oasis Shellhole 24-August-2021
It is with regret that we advise the Moth Dennis Swartz answered the sunset call during the early hours of the morning. He happy smiling and bubbly personality will alway […]
Read StorySunset Call: Moth Peter Colam – Sphinx Shellhole 18 August 2021
Moth Peter Colam, Membership no: 24310 from Sphinx Shellhole in East Rand District Dugout has answered the Sunset Call to Higher Service on 18 August 2021. He was the Adjutant […]
Read StorySunset Call : Moth Michael Long 12 May 2021 – Crator Shellhole
Michael Long answered the sunset call to higher service on 12 May, 2021 in Life Cosmos Hospital. On Friday, 21 May, 2021, fellow MOTH Members, Friends of the MOTH, family […]
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