The Central Coast community is currently grappling with the loss of 20-year-old Harry McWilliam, whose tragic death this week has left a deep void in the hearts of those who knew him.
McWilliam died on Wednesday morning, July 5, when he was hit by reinforced steel at the John Hunter Hospital construction site in Newcastle.
According to colleagues he was a respected figure on the construction site and was renowned for his exceptional work ethic and dedication.
As news of his untimely death circulates, tributes from colleagues and friends pour in, underscoring the profound impact he had on those around him.
McWilliam was also a talented amateur performer with a close association with the Gosford Musical Society.
His former music teacher Toni Williams told ABC Radio this week he was “adored by everyone”.
His sister is currently in the musical Frozen Junior being performed by the Society in Gosford.
The show was put on hold on Wednesday night as a mark of respect.
On Thursday, July 6, the Gosford Musical Society Board expressed on social media its deepest sympathies to the family.
The post went on to say “Harry was a wonderful member of our theatre family”.
The construction site has been closed since the accident to allow investigations into the incident to proceed unhampered.
The 150-odd workers on the site have been offered counselling.
David Abrahams
As one who is on the site as the café manager I can’t express our loss. He brought a light/smile to your day. He will be greatly missed. We send our greatest sympathy to his family friends and work mates. There is again no words to express the loss.