GOLDSWORTHY Leonard Verdi (Goldy) GC DSC GM MID
RAN Born Broken Hill NSW 19 January 1909 Died South Perth WA 7 August 1994
Service No: Commissioned. RAN. Mine Disposal. Awarded the Mentioned in Despatches (MID). Naval Association, RSL Australia / New Zealand, Queens Coronation Contingent 1953. Warden of the State War Memorial 1980. Awarded the George Medal (Imperial) (GM) – For gallantry and undaunted devotion to duty: 18 April 1944. Awarded the George Cross (Imperial) (GC) – For gallantry and undaunted devotion to duty: 19 September 1944. Awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (DSC) – For gallantry and distinguished service in mine clearance: 16 January 1945