Surfer and artist Charlie Roper passed on 25 May 2026. He was a popular member of the City Beach Surfriders Club in the late 50s and early 1960s. Charlie & his wife Sue have been regular visitors to Yallingup Beach in recent years.
Our condolences go to Sue and the family.
1963 Charlie Roper & Ernie Potter at Club contest Scarborough. Photo courtesy Ernie Potter.
1963 John Harbinson & Charlie Roper surfing Scarborough. Ernie Potter pic.
1958 City Beach Berts Shop Left Garry Stewart, John Harbison Right, Charlie Roper standing & Terry Jacks doorway. Brian Cole pic
1960s Moses. Howard ‘Ghost’ Kent, Jim Mackenzie, Kevin Merifield, Charlie Roper, Keith Campbell, Dave Williams & Terry Jacks. Terry Williams pic.
2009 City Beach Surf Riders Club reunion. L-R Keith Campbell, Charlie Roper & former State Champion Zac Kochanowitsch. Bruce King pic.
Rest in Peace Charlie.
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