Thomas Rolfe to re-embark on the "George" ship commanded by Samuel Argall when Rebecca (Pocahontas) was taken ill and died, at Gravesend in Kent. Thomas was not well enough to survive the long voyage back to Jamestown and Thomas was left in Plymouth, England, with Sir Lewis Stukley and later transferred into the care of his uncle, Henry Rolfe. His father, however, sailed to Virginia without him after being persuaded by Admiral Argall and other members of the journey that he was too sick to continue the voyage; this was the last time the two ever saw each other. Thomas remained in
Jimmy Rolfe picked regularly for the Liverpool County Youth Team which selected the best young players from Liverpool, Everton and other local clubs. Rolfe was part of the County team that reached the semi finals of the FA Youth Cup in 1950. Rolfe's progress was halted at the age of 18 due to National Service. Whilst on duty in Germany, Rolfe spent his time as a PT Instructor and played for local side Munster 08. On passing out of the Army, Rolfe returned to Anfield and was signed as a full-time professional by new manager Don Welsh. Rolfe became a regular in