One of Bermuda's best remembered footballers from the late 1940s and '50s was laid to rest yesterday.

Larry Swain, who played half-back for BAA for several years and appeared in representative games, died recently at the age of 81 after a long illness.

A strong player with a powerful kick, Swain played for several seasons alongside the late Sir Jack Sharpe and late Jock Stewart in a BAA half-back line affectionately known as the 'Three Ss'.

He was remembered yesterday by another team-mate, former Director of Tourism Colin Selley.

"He was a very solid, strong player," recalled Selley. "He played for several years for BAA and in a number of representative games.

"He came to Bermuda in 1948 when he joined the Police Force, having played soccer for the RAF in England.

"For a big man, he had wonderful control of the ball and had a terrific shot. But he was interested in all kinds of sports."