Ruth Thompson, current chair of SWA sent a message to members today re the passing of Will Matthysen.

Will passed on New Years Eve. A shock to all with no hint of any illness.  He collapsed and was unable to be resuscitated.

Funeral arrangments are not yet known.

SWA has lost a wonderful advocate and the world has lost a sublime maker.

Vale Will.

Part of Ruth’s message to members read

“Will was a wonderful person, a superlative maker and a great advocate for SWA. He kept in touch with me on a very regular basis, offering insights on the running of SWA in his own charming, insightful way.  “