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Creed Barnes Print Page 
Photographs supplied by Harry Frochter
The monument commemorates surfer Creed Barnes who died while surfing in the Margaret River region in 1989.
The tragedy struck on the eve of the Margaret River Masters in 1989 when Creed Barnes drowned after his leash became snared on a shallow rock ledge.
Location
| Address: | Surfers Point Road , Prevelly, 6285 |
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| State: | WA |
| Area: | AUS |
| GPS Coordinates: | Lat: -33.976583 Long: 114.985664 Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate. |
Details
Dedication
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Front Inscription
In memory of Creed Barnes
29. 11. 1971 - 30. 10. 1989
Creed lost his life in pursuit of a dream.
He died on the rise, mixing it with heroes while surfing the dangerous waters of Margaret River.
He was a gifted and talented surfer, who's love of life and happy fun loving nature touched all who knew him well.
Dedicated by all those who share his love of surfing.
In death he lives eternal.
Man has spirit and his spirit lives with us.
Left Side Inscription
Back Inscription
Right Side Inscription
Inscription in Proximity
Source: MAMonument details supplied by Monument Australia - www.monumentaustralia.org.au
