WHYTE, Isaac Neilson, Rev, B.A. (1919-1972)
Assembly memorial minute 1972
Born Ulster, Northern Ireland 28th, November, 1919. Died 10th. February, 1972.
Graduated B.A. Melbourne University and began Theological studies at the Theological Hall, Ormond College.
Served with the ’’Rats of Tobruk" during World War II and was a prisoner of war for four years in Germany.
Completed Theological Studies and was ordained at Gardiner Church on 10th. March, 1952 for service under the Board of Missions; served for 5½ years at South West Bay, Malekula, New Hebrides.
Inducted into Goodwood, South Australia 3rd. October, 1957.
Inducted into Learmonth 17th. May, 1962.
Inducted into Donald 8th. September, 1967.
The Assembly gives thanks to God for the life, witness and service of Neilson Whyte, especially for his service in the New Hebrides and, in spite of physical disabilities, his ministry in South Australia and Victoria where he greatly endeared himself to his people and made a unique contribution to the life of the Church.
Gender
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