ContributorCommunity HistoryDescriptionCommemorative plaque to Frederick Charles Floyd, located on a plinth at Trigg Beach.
This memorial was placed by the Perth Road Board at Trigg Beach, shortly after the event close to the location where the tragedy occurred. After several decades it was eventually destroyed by the weather. The City of Stirling has (2018) installed a new plaque that relates this story. This was done through consultation with the Floyd family.TypePlaqueCollectionPlaques and heritage markers collectionDate created2018Materialsbronze, metal alloy, limestoneHistorical details
On 19th July 1947, a drowning tragedy occurred when Sister Mary Chrysostom was swept out to sea near this spot. Fred Floyd was with his son Don, and a friend who were going fishing. They were hailed down by a distressed nun and Fred immediately answered the call. Although he did reach her a large wave caused him to lose hold of her. Fred eventually succumbed to the strong undertow, and his body was later washed ashore. Mary's body was found shortly after. Sister Mary Chrysostom was a nun from St John of God, Subiaco
