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AIRD- Kenneth Thomas

4.9.1928 – 23.7.2020
Dearly loved husband of Dot (dec).
Beloved father of Judi and Deb, and father-in-law to Frank and Pete.
Treasured Gramps to Nick, Tess, Joel, Noni and Madi.
Adored brother of Joan Cowan.

The most kind and gentle loving man to all who knew him.
Together now with Granny.

According to Ken’s wishes, a private cremation will be held.

ALSOP Elon Cathrine (Helen)

Passed away peacefully 5 October 2016 aged 82 years.
Dearly loved Partner of 37 years to Malachy .
Much loved Mother and Mother in Law to Stephen and Kay, Vicky and John, Graham and Helen.
Cherished Nana to all of her Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren.

ALSTON June Beverley

21.9.1926 – 4.5.2018
Loving wife of Jack (dec).
Dearly loved mother of Lindy, John and Elizabeth; and
mother-in-law of Alan (dec) and Robyn.
Gran of Jodie, Brenden, John, Kathleen, Cherie and Tanya and great-gran of
Madeleine, Connor, Ethan, Sarah, DJ, Millie, Jessamine, Willem, April, Clementine, Frank,
Sean, Rachel, Erin, Jamie, Nikita and Phoebe.

ASH Jean Ann

Late of Apollo Bay.
Passed away peacefully June 17, 2020 aged 80 years.
Dearly loved mother of Samantha and Glenn.
Cherished nanny of Ty and Seth.
Loving sister of Donald.

BARGER-BOS nee Lambert
Rosemary Elise

Passed away peacefully at Mercy Place, Colac on September 21, 2021, aged 72 years.

Dearly loved wife of Bill.

Much loved mother and mother-in-law of James and Kathryn, Luke and Julia.

Cherished grandmother of Sean, Eva and Liam.

In God’s Loving Care

BARROW Rodney Victor James

Passed away peacefully at Corangamarah 7 January 2016 aged 80 years.
Dearly loved Husband to Valerie (dec).
Loving Father to Jamie (Western Australia) and Maree (Tasmania).
Much loved Brother to John, Ted (dec), Wendy and Dennis.
“A Punter at Rest”
Privately Cremated

BARTLETT (nee Blain) Marjorie Violet

Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family 24 May 2017, aged 97 years.
Loving wife of Bill (dec).
Dearly loved mother and mother in law of Bill and Marion, Jim and Marliyn (dec), Ray and Kathy,
Trevor and Helen, Sandra and Ken.
Cherished nan of 11 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.
A special thanks to the staff at Mercy Place for their love and care of our mum.

BASSETT Joseph Stanley

9.4.1922 – 21.10.2016
Passed away peacefully at Mercy Place.
Loved and loving Husband of Betty (dec).
Loving Father of David and Phillip and their families.

BAULCH Grace Elizabeth

Late of Apollo Bay, formerly of Colac.
Passed away peacefully 27th March, 2017 aged 70 years.
Dearly beloved youngest child of Roy and Kath (both dec).
Beloved sister of Edith (dec) and David.
Loving aunty of Diana, Trevor and Kathy.
Great aunt of Troy, Marcus, Daniel, Megan and Maddison; and great great aunt to Miles.
Cherished and loving friend of June.
Dearly loved by all.

BAULCH Peggy (Doreen Margaret)

Passed away peacefully 4 August, 2018.
Beloved wife of Ken and loved mother of Raymond and Connie, Linda and Donald (dec), David and Helen, Dale, Annette and Paul, Robert (dec) and Wendy, Sandra and John, and Melissa and Mark.
Adored Nanny of her 16 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.
In God’s care and forever in our hearts.

BEALE Leonard George

Passed away peacefully 1st June, 2017 aged 85 years.
Dearly loved husband of Ros (dec).
Much loved father of Genevieve, Annette, Caroline, Grant, Andrew,
Georgina, Heather, Bruce and their families.

BEECROFT Audrey Norma

Passed away peacefully at Apollo Bay Hospital , 28 August, 2014.
Loved and loving wife of Len (dec)
Beloved mother of Norma and Rodney, mother in law of Ian and Liz.
Treasured Nanna of Ellen, Kent and Camilla.
Great Nanna of Harvey and Zoe.
“Forever Loved”
Re-united with Dad.

BENNETT Michael John

20.4.1959 – 21.9.2019
Passed away peacefully in Swan Hill.
Son of Dorothy and Jack Bennett (both dec).
Brother of Ruth and Neville.
Brother-in-law to Les.
Uncle to Mathew, Belinda (dec), Skye, Robert, David and Sharee.
Great-uncle to many, many children.
Avid St Kilda supporter.
Greatly missed and dearly loved.
Hated Collingwood.

BENNETT (nee McPhee) Violet May

Passed away peacefully 27 July 2015 aged 94 years.
Dearly loved wife to John (dec).
Much loved mother and mother in law to Heather and Allen, Denis and Rosalie, Neville and Lorraine, Ann and John.
Cherished Nana to 12 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren.
Will be Sadly Missed
Rest in Peace

BENTLEY Frederick

Passed away suddenly at his home in Dreeite 25 June 2016 aged 92 years.
Dearly beloved Son of the late Hannah and Frederick, loved Brother of Bill (dec), Don and Barbara (dec), Frank and Jill, Stan (dec) and Val, Robert (dec) and Margaret.
Special Uncle to all his Nieces and Nephews.

Reunited with his loved ones.
Fred will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

BIDDLE Dorothy Irene

Late of Apollo Bay, formerly of Beech Forest, passed away peacefully 10 March 2016 aged 91 years.
Dearly loved Wife to Bill (dec).
Much loved Mother and Mother in Law to Dianne and John, Jeanette, Peter and Cheryl.
Cherished Nana to Michelle, Angela, Murray and Kellyann; and Great Nana to Caitlyn, Allie, Jack and Sydney.

BIDDLE Verna Margaret

Passed away peacefully at Apollo Bay Hospital May 20, 2014.
Loved and loving wife of Abby (dec)
Beloved mother of Debbie and Michael.
Treasured Nan of Jayce and Sheaye.
“A Brave Heart Finally at Rest”

BOERMANS, John Willem

14 Sep, 1942—24 Aug, 2014.
Loved partner of Sally; Adored dad of Oliver, Melanie, Willem and Amelia;
Brother of Frank, George, Paul, Gabrielle and Maryke; And too briefly, Rory’s Opa.
Thank you for your integrity, teaching, friendship, encouragement and respect.
Inspiration and mentor to many, forever guiding us in our hearts and aspirations.

BOGG Charles Richard

Died peacefully 20.7.2016, aged 89 years.

Eldest Son of Harry and Clara, loved Brother of Bill and David (all dec).
Dearly loved Husband of Mary (dec).
Loving Father and Father in Law of Kerry and Clive (dec) Smith, Sheryl and Wayne Lucas, John, Ann and Chris Knox.
Grandfather of Patricia and Fiance’ Andrew, Katie and Bryce Fetherston, Daniel, Brendan and Aaron.
Great Grandfather of Owen, Zakai and Ella.

Mum and Dad Reunited
Memories That Will Stay in Our Hearts Forever

1st and 5th Battalion
East Yorkshire Regiment
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BONE Betty

(nee Easton)

Betty passed away peacefully at Mercy Place, Colac on 14th May 2014.
Loving wife of Albert (dec.) and mother of Maggie & Ian and Jan & Max.
Cherished Nanna of Carolyn & Ivan, Kerry & Jordan, Sally & John and Jessie.
Great grandmother of Jack, Lachlan, Georgia, Ruby and Jade.
Aged 97 years.

BONGERS (nee Van Den Elsen)

Petronella Maria ‘ Nelly’

Passed away peacefully at Mercy Place, Colac surrounded by her loving family, December 2, 2021, aged 93 years.

Loved and loving wife of Johnny (dec).

Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Ardi and Brian Davis, Toni and Barney Cuthbertson, Johannes Bongers (dec), Josh Bongers, Mia Cook, Louis and Jenny Bongers, Henry and Bev Bongers, Rita Bongers ( Dec).

Cherished Grandma/ Oma to 17 grandchildren and 15 great- grandchildren.

Reunited with Johnny, in God’s loving care.

BOOCOCK Joyce Beatrice

Died peacefully at Mercy, Colac on 5th October 2018.
Beloved wife of Stan ‘Mick’ (dec).
Much loved mum of Carol, Keith and Faye.
Mother-in-law of Paul, Mary and Peter.
Loving nan of Tracey and Maarten, Janelle and Casey, Claire and Sarah, Tom, Bec and Luke, Erin and John.
Grandma/ Nana Joyce to great-grand-children Noah and Femke, Kynan, Taylor, Audrey, Leo, Arlo, Oceane and Neve.
Loved and Always Remembered
Reunited with Mick.

BOYD Alison

2.8.1928 – 22.5.2020
Loved and loving wife of Roy (dec).
Much loved mother and mother-in-law of
Christine and Peter King, Phillip and Judy Boyd,
Janine and Alan Carson, Robert and Anne Boyd,
John and Anne Boyd, Michael and Georgie Boyd.

Loved grandmother and friend of Stephen,
Geoffrey and Victoria, Louise and Jono,
Katherine and Nicole, Jonathon and Megan,
Matthew and Jacinta, Simon and Sarah,
Lachlan and Brigitte, Timothy and Jo,
Marc and Megan, Tom and Bec,
Stephanie and Simon,
Marla and Orane, James and Amy,
Erin and Alex, Jack and George.

Loving great-grandmother of Jayce,
Violet, Logan, Eli (dec), Hope (dec) and Asher,
Joshua, Maeve and Hazel,
Maggie and Silvi, William and Hugh,
Milla, Livi and Ava,
Tristan, Erica and Noah,
Seth, Cooper, Bella and Chloe,
Archie, Charlotte and Olivia and Phoebe.

Dearly loved sister and sister-in-law of
Lexie and Don (dec) Buchanan,
Jennifer (dec) and Pat Shelton,
Norma Cook (dec),
Neil (dec) and Val Boyd.

BOYES ( nee Warren ) Marjorie Florence

Peacefully at Mercy Place
Colac on June 12th 2014.
Dearly loved wife of Edwin ( dec )
Loved sister of Freda (dec) and sister in law of Fred (dec)
Special aunt to Barbara.
Loved mother and mother in law of Geoff and Susie,
David and Jeanette and Noel and Wendy.
Loving Nan to Michael,David,Justin,Nicholas,Natasha,Ryan,
Renee,Melanie,Adam
and Bill and their families.
Re-united with Dad
Aged 96 years

BOX (nee Silk) Louisa Violet
“Lou”

Passed away peacefully 10th April 2017, aged 86 years.
Dearly loved wife of Bob (dec).
Much loved mother and mother in law of Jenny and Ken, Charles and Janine, Helen and David.
Cherished grandmother of Rachel, Michelle, Cherie, Anna, Carla, Kate and William; and great-grandmother to Tyler, Jacoba, Zavier, Mitchell, Shelby, Kristofer, Noah, Lara and Miah.
Loving daughter of Charles and Eliza (both dec).
Loved sister of Frances (dec), John (dec), Anne (dec), Dolly (dec), and Charlie.

BRAY Henry Charles (Terry)

Passed away peacefully at Anam Cara House June 25th, 2019 aged 83 years.
Beloved and much loved husband of Gwen.
Loving son of Harry and Gwen (both dec).
Brother and brother-in-law of Esther and Barry Bennett (both dec), Eddie and Val,
Peg and Peter Tyrell (both dec), Wendy and George Robb (both dec), Gary and Cherrie.
Fond uncle to all of his nieces and nephews.
In God’s Loving Care

BROWN (nee O’Carroll) Claire Jeannette

Passed away peacefully 29 November 2015.
Loved and loving wife of Maurice B Brown.
Cherished mother of Bernard, Baden, Jillian Clinton ,Brook and Lynn and all of their families.

BROWN David Alan ‘Ally’

Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family April 11, 2019 aged 91 years.
Dearly loved husband of Shirley (dec) who left us on the same day 7 years ago (11.4.2012).
Much loved father of Rex, Paul and Bill and their families.

BROWN John William Alfred (Alfie)

Born January 4, 1933,
passed away surrounded by his family on February 6, 2019.
Loving husband of Kathleen.
Adored father of John, Diana, Gregory, Delwyn, Gayle (dec), Suzzane, Ricky and Dean
and their partners, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

BROWN Maurice Bernard

10 June 1925 – 15 August 2016
Passed away peacefully at 91 years of age in Apollo Bay.

Loving Husband of Claire Jeannette Brown (nee O’Carroll) (dec).
Loving Father of Bernard, Baden, Jillian, Brook and Lynn.

Dearest Dad,
The vegies you grow in Heaven are all cooked with salt, Mum will love them.

BROWN William James (Bill)

Passed away peacefully August 19, 2021 aged 84 years.

Loving son of Charlie and Daisy (both dec), brother and brother-in-law of Mary and Noel Spicer (both dec)
and uncle of Andrew and Marion and their families.

In God’s Loving Care

BUSH (nee Brien) Una Elizabeth

15.12.1921 – 10.10.2020

Formerly of “Parkview”, Pennyroyal.

Passed away peacefully in her 99th year at Hesse Aged Care, Winchelsea.

Devoted and loving wife of Lester (dec).

Loving mother and mother-in-law of Mary and Malcolm, Jeanette, Howard and Beryl, Carol and Bob, Stephen and Liza and Ruth; and friend to Hamish.

Cherished nanny of Sarah, Rebecca, Benjamin, Samuel, Oliver, Alice, Belinda, Jason, Emily, Carter, William, Amelia and Hannah;

and great-grandmother to all of her 18 great-grandchildren.

 

The end of an era has beckoned and the knitting needles are idle.

A woman of humility, generosity and unconditional love.

 

Due to government restrictions, a private family burial will be held.

Family and friends are warmly invited to view the service Livestream on the Hall Funerals Facebook page.

https://www.facebook.com/HallFuneralsColac/

BUTLER Elaine Eleanor

Passed away peacefully at Colac on 13 December, 2014.
Loved and loving wife of Ken (dec)
Beloved mother of Lorraine and Barry, Ray and Gillian.
Treasured Grandmother of Erin, Gabrielle and Aaron,
Mahoney, Nick and great grandmother of Ada Rose.
‘At Peace’

CAREW Anthony John (Tony)

Passed away suddenly at his home in Bungador, May 27, 2019 aged 52 years.
Dearly loved husband of Naomi.
Father of Jenna, Rebecca and Crystal.
Loving son of John Snr (dec) and Aileen and brother of Anne, Marg and John Jnr; and their families.

A lovelable larrikin to all who knew him.

Forever In Our Hearts

According to Tony’s wishes a private family service will be held.
Privately cremated.

CARTY James Patrick

“Jimmy”

Passed away peacefully in Apollo Bay surrounded by his family October 18, 2020 aged 89 years.
Loved and loving husband of Teresa (dec).
Much loved father and father-in-law of Tony (dec),
Bernadette and Norm, Annette and Matt.

‘Gone to Paradise”

CAWOOD (nee Leorke) Wilma Elizabeth Rose

Late of Colac, formely of Apollo Bay.
Passed away peacefully 25 February 2017, aged 86 years.
Dearly beloved wife of Tom (dec).
Much loved aunt of Ken, Michael and Jacqui, Olivia and Kate.
A special thank you to Dr Gray and the staff of Corangamarah for their love and care of Wilma.
Rest In Peace Aunt

CALLANAN Michael John
“CAMEL”

Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and friends 6 April, 2017 aged 63 years.
Loved husband of Christine.
Proud father of Tom and Jack.
Dear brother and brother in law of Julianne and Nick, Jennifer, Jane, Stephen and Joy.
Devoted uncle to James, Lizzy, Claire, Tom, Holly and Lucy.
“The wondows are open and the birds are singing”

CAMBARERE Antonina (Annette)

Passed away peacefully in the presence of her children Maria, Josie and Mick and families, at Corangamarah.
Loved wife of Pasquale (Pat) dec.

CAMPBELL Ronald John

Passed away peacefully at Anam Cara House surrounded by his family and friends on
September 20, 2020 aged 86 years.

Dearly loved husband of Lyn.

Much loved father of Tracey and Jacki.

Cherished grandad to Centaine and Max, loving great-grandad to Aubrey Rose.

Loved brother of Joan and brother-in-law of Kaye and Les and their respective families.

 

Due to government restrictions, a private family service will be held.

Family and friends are warmly invited to view the service Livestream on the Hall Funerals Facebook page.

Time and date to be advised via the Facebook page.

CASON Gordon Leonard

Passed away 12 June, 2017 at Hesse Rural Health.
Loved son of Wilfred and Florence (both dec).
Beloved resident of Chelsea and Hesse Lodge at Hesse Rural Health Service, Winchelsea.

CHANT Steven Ronald

Born December 2nd, 1960 at Colac Hosital.
Passed away peacefully there on Thursday April 28th, 2016.
Loved and loving Husband of Roslyn.
Loved and loving Father of Andrew, Chris and Sarah.
Son of Alan and Isabel Chant.
Son in Law of Colin (dec) and Lilian Cain.
Loved mate of Opal.
Sweet Is The Sleep To End All Pain

CHAPMAN Agnes Mary

Passed away peacefully at Colac Area Health on 11.1.2015
Beloved mother of Mary Anne (dec), Edward, Sylvia and Suzanne, mother in law of Lindsay.
Loved grandmother to all her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Loved sister of Neil, Les, Jean, Claude, Don (all dec) and Margaret Bentley
“A Brave Heart at Rest”

CHURCH Audrey Jean

Passed away peacefully September 8th, 2018 aged 91 years.
Reunited with her loving family.
In Gods Loving Care

CIRILLO Giuseppe

Passed away peacefully at Corangamarah Aged Care, 1 October, 2014.
Loved and loving husband of Rosina.
Beloved father of Giovannina, Antonio and Rosina,
father in law of Salvatori, Joy and Pasquale.
Cherished Grandpa and Nonno to all his grandchildre and great grandchildren.
Sadly Missed, never forgotten
Resting in the arms of our Lord”

CIRILLO Maria Rosaria (Rosina)

Passed away at Corangamarah Aged Care, Colac, 13 July 2015.
Loved wife of Giuseppe (dec).
Beloved mother of Giovanna, Antonio and Rosina.
Mother in law of Salvatore, Joy and Pasquale and their families.

CLARK Graham John

Passed away at Mercy Place, Colac on June 10, 2017.
Loved father of Tony, Rodney, Marcus, Leanne and Sheryl.

COATES Jeffrey Allan

Passed away peacefully 18 June 2016 ages 90 years.
Dearly loved Father and Step Father of Craig, Julie, Noelene, Lee-Ann and Christine.
Cherished “Pop” to all of his Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren.
Dearly loved Brother of Venus (dec), Laurie, Marie and Phillip.

CODLING Mavis Evelyn (May)

Passed away peacefully 22 February, 2018 aged 85 years.
Dearly loved wife of Harry (dec).
Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Ted and Carolyn, Jim and Debbie, Lindon and Diane.
Treasured Nan of 6 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.
Reunited with Dad
According to May’s wishes a private family burial will be held.

COLE Morag McKenzie ‘Sally’

Passed away June 3, 2019 aged 92 years.
Loved wife of Bill (dec).
Loving and cherished mother and mother-in-law of John, Ian and Jenny (dec), Susan and Bryan Langdon, Ronald and Alan (dec).
Adored grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother to her family.

In God’s Loving Care

COLE (nee Wood)

-Thelma Betty

Passed away peacefully in Grovedale September 4, 2020, aged 92 years.

Dearly loved wife of Ron (dec).

Loved mother and mother-in-law of Lyn and Cid, Brian and Leanne, Graeme and Sue, Andrea, and Jen (dec).

Nana to Sean, Brendan, Sally, Mikel, Liam, Luke and Wade, and great-nana to 13 great-grandchildren.

COLES John Walter

‘Jack’

Late of Apollo By, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family January 27, 2021, aged 94 years.

Loving soulmate of 68 years to Avis.

Much loved father and father-in-law of Denise and Michael, Jenny and Roger, Leesa and Paul.

Treasured Grampa and Pop of Emily and Andrew, Jocelyn and Adam, Teresa, Hayley and Michael,
and Great Pa/Pop of Harvey, Nate, Madison, Fletcher, Hannah and Emma.

Cherished memories, forever in our hearts.

COLLINS Charles Frederick

Passed away peacefully 24 December 2016 aged 85 years.
Dearly beloved Husband of Merle.
Much loved Father and Father in Law of Doug and Kay, Mark and Deirdre, Duncan and Linda,
Linda and Keith, Kathy and David (Pommy).
Cherished Pop of 11 Grandchildren and 5 Great Grandchildren.
“Gone Fishing”

COLLYER (nee Ferrari) Mary Caroline

10.4.1915 – 30.5.2014
Much loved wife of John Neil (dec).
Daughter of Cesear and Jane Ferrari (both dec)
Mother of Robert and Liz (Seymour) Collyer and Mary Lou and Rob Harding.
Loved sister of Annie and Earnest Dean (both dec), Joseph (dec) and Veronica Ferrari,
Jack and Hilma Ferrari (both dec), Hugh and Catherine Ferrari (both dec),
Sheila (dec) and Stuart Mundy and Gregory Ferrari (dec)
Very loved Nan and Great Nan to Paul, Donna, Riley, Phoebe and Liam, Lisa Aaron and Kiera.

CONNELL Ian

18.1.1923 – 18.3.2019
Passed away peacefully at Barongarook Gardens, aged 96 years.
Son of John and Margaret, brother of Catherine, Jessica and Margaret.
Husband of Mary (all dec).
Loving father of Christine and Astrid, father-in-law of Robert, and friend of Peter.
Pa of Jeff, Tim and Sheena, Quinton and Faye, Kirsty and Jason.
Great-grandfather of Logan, Skylar and Taya.

In accordance with Ian’s wishes, a private funeral will be held.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Cancer Council and Heart Foundation would be much appreciated.

CONNELL, Mary Elizabeth (nee Norman)

Aged 88 years
Loving Wife of Ian, Mother of Christine and Astrid.
Mother-in-law to Robert, friend of Peter.
Grandmother of Jeff, Tim, Quinton and Kirsty,
friend of Sheena, Faye and Jason.
Great Grandmother to Skylar.
“O’ my love is like a red red rose”
Eldest daughter of Edward and Rose Norman (both dec’d)
formerly of Eurack. Loving sister of Jean and sister-in-law
of Wattie Jenkins (dec’d).
Sister of Ted and sister-in-law of Beryl.

CONNOR Graham Edward

Passed away peacefully June 8, 2019 aged 97 years.
Beloved husband of Val (dec).
Dearly loved father of Lorraine (dec).
Cherished Poppy of Jarrod (dec) and Larelle;
and great- poppy of Jacob.

CONNOR Valma Martha

Passed away peacefully January 23rd, 2019 aged 91 years.
Beloved wife of Graham.
Dearly loved mother of Lorraine (dec).
Cherished Nana of Jarrod (dec) and Larelle; and great-nana of Jacob.

COOKE

-Eric Ewen

Passed away suddenly but peacefully in Apollo Bay, September 27, 2020 aged 87 years.

Dearly loved son of Bill and Bertha (both dec).

Much loved brother and brother-in-law of Phyllis and Kevin, Shirley and Ray (both dec),
Wilma and Phillip (dec), June, Pam and Michael ( both dec).

Loving uncle to all of his nieces and nephews and their families.

COPELAND Gladys (Edith)

Passed away peacefully June 14, 2019 aged 78 years.
Loved mother and mother-in-law of Brian and Sarah, Dallas and Amy-Lee.
Loving Nana of Dylan, Chloe and Callum; and great-nana of Keira.
Cherished daughter of Brad and Ruth (both dec).
Sister and sister-in-law of Kathleen and John (dec), Margaret and Trevor (dec), William and Fran (both dec),
David (dec), Rodney and Mary (dec), Roy and Lorraine, Glenda (dec) and Dick, John and Norma; and their families.
Privately Cremated

COX Ronald Keith

9.3.1934 – 24.6.2020

Dearly loved brother of Sylvia, Dulcie (dec) and Norman (dec).
Loved uncle of John, Leola, Karen and Robert.
Great uncle of many and their extended families.

CRAIG Linsay Peter

Born 4.10.1943 passed away peacefully in Colac on October 8, 2016.
Husband of Eileen.
Father of Lisa, Michelle, Trudi, Brett and Amanda.
Grandfather and great-grandfather to many.
You shall live in our memory forever.
Every step, every breath, every heartbeat.
TWIGANOCH!

CUNNINHAM John James ‘Jack’

Passed away peacefully January 7, 2019 aged 89 years.
Dearly loved son of Frank and Kitty (both dec); and brother of Pat, Marj and Mick (dec).
Cherished uncle of Lynette, Kerry, Peter, Paul, Kelly (dec), Helene and Leigh (dec).

CURRELL Margaret (nee Kennedy)

26.6.1933 – 14.2.2015
Loving and loved mother of Gavan, Tony, Clare, Heather and their families.
Treasured Gran to all her grandchildren.
Forever In Our Hearts
Thank you to our extended family at Domain/Opal South Valley.

DEF

DAFF June Rosemary

Late of Lorne and Birregurra.
Passed away peacefully 13 November 2015 aged 92 years.
Dearly loved wife to Don (dec).
Much loved mother to Ken (dec), Adrian (dec) and Wayne; and mother in law to Barbara.
Cherished Nana to Elizabeth and Callum.
Loving sister to Ted (dec), Ken (dec) and Lila.

DALLI Douglas Joseph

Passed away 28/11/18.
Loving husband of 65 years to Laurel and father of Julie and Lynn.
Thank you to Dr Ruth, the palliative care team at Apollo Bay Community Hospital, friends and family who let him know he was loved.

Privately cremated at Doug’s request.

Friends are welcome to join Doug’s family at the Apollo Bay Golf Club, 2.00pm Tuesday 4th December 2018.

DALTON Peter James

21/3/1942 – 13/4/2021
Beloved husband of Nola (Dec)
Loved and loving Stepfather and Stepfather in law of Vicki & Murray
Cherished Grandpa of Jessie
A man too well loved to ever be forgotten, who will always hold a special place in our hearts.
Rest in Peace

DAY Rupert William

At Colac on 17/12/2016 aqge 91.
Eldest Son of Rupert and Lillian Day (both dec).
Loved Brother of Lillian and Eric (dec), Curtis, Richie and Loris, Lindsay and Annette.
Loving Husband of Hazel (dec).
Loved and respected Father of Daryl (dec), Lynette and Roger (Lang) and Tom.
Much loved Grandfather of 14 and Great Grandfather of 30.
Sweet is the sleep that ends the pain.
We would not want you to suffer again.

DEARING Grace “Jessie”

29.1.1927 – 18.5.2017
Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family.
Loving wife of Vic (dec).
Much loved mum of Doreen and Alan (dec).
Mother in law of Heather and Terry.
Nan of Matthew, Susan, Michael, Megan ad Barry.
Gran of Josh, Ally, Brad, Jessica, Matilda and Brooklyn.
Loving friend to Sophie, Damien, Gemma and Ela.
Mum and Dad Reunited

DELAHUNTY (nee McDonald) Irma Carmel

Late of Alvie
15.6.1935 – 31.10.2017
Cherished wife of Brian.
Much loved mother of Michael, Carmel, Margaret, Catherine, Jane, Sarah and Mary.
Loved mother-in-law of Louise, Mark, Ian and David.
Devoted Nana to twenty-three grandchldren.
‘If history were taught in the form of stories, it would never be forgotten’
-Kipling

‘Goodbye Mum. Like your stories, you also will not be forgotten’

DE LA RUE Bryon Leslie

6.7.1944 – 22.8.2018
Much loved father of Kelly (dec), Helene and Leigh (dec).
Loving son of Ray and Elsie and brother of Selwyn (all dec).

He did it ‘His Way’
Rest In Peace Dad

DE LA RUE Frances Joan

Passed away peacefully 21 June 2016 aged 73 years.
Dearly loved Mother of Kelly (dec), Helene and Leigh (dec); and former Wife of Bryon.
Loving Sister of Jack, Pat and Marj.

DENNIS (nee Currie) Sheila Fraser

Passed away peacefully at Barongarook Gardens, Colac on April 6th 2019 aged 100 years.
Loving and much loved wife of Norman (dec).
Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Dave and Wendy, Ceal and Gub, Tom and Mon, Ned and Frith, Row and Paul.
Treasured and cherished Granny D to all of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Loving daugter of Clive and Joanna, and sister of John (all dec).

According to Sheila’s wishes a private family burial will be held.

A memorial service and time of celebration to be advised at at later date.

DI CECCO Luigi

‘Louie’
Passed away peacefully following a short illness December 5, 2020 aged 92 years.
Beloved husband of Cristina (dec).
Much loved father and father- in- law of Giovanni ‘Joe’ (dec) and Bron, Leo and Robyn.
Cherished Pa of Daniel, Justin, Kristianne, John and Marika; and their respective families.
Will forever be remembered for his work ethic, gardening skills and his ability to fix anything with nothing.
Love and deeply missed by family and friends.

DICKASON Patricia Jeanette

Passed away peacefully in Apollo Bay surrounded by her family on
October 28, 2019 aged 86 years.

Dearly loved wife of Collin (dec).
Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Ian and Leanne, Wendy and Noel.
Cherished grandma of Meagan and Aaron, Jacob and Alice and Jack.
Great-grandma of Ethan.

DIMASI. — Francesco (Frank).

7.11.1926 – 20.4.2016
Passed away peacefully
Words are few
Thoughts are deep
Memories of you
We will always keep
Tired and weary
You made no fuss
You tried so hard
To stay with us
Memories and moments
will never fade
Loved and loving father of Joe,
Domenic, Saveria and Carmela.
A special person
A special face
A special someone
We cannot replace
Adored Nonno to Frank and
Damian; Frank and Nathan;
Lucinda, Alexander and John;
Barbara, Antoinietta, Gregorio,
Carmelo and Lucia; Francesco,
Anthony, Joseph and Michael.
— Your loving grandchildren.
Forever in our hearts

DIMASI Michelina (nee Margiotta)

12.12.1924 – 26.11.2014
Passed away peacefully at Colac.
Loved wife of Francesco.
Beloved mother of Giuseppe, Dominic, Saveria and Carmela.
Beloved Grandmother of Barbara, Antoinietta, Gregorio, Carmelo,
Lucia Anna, Frank, Nathan, Lucinda, Alexander, John, Frank,
Damian, Francesco, Anthony, Joseph and Michael.
She leaves behind a loving family.
REST IN PEACE

DOAK Alick Mactaggart

Passed away peacefully at Mercy Place, Colac, October 14, 2019 aged 91 years.
Dearly loved husband of France.
Much loved father of Gail (dec), Pip (Pauline), Graeme and Phillip (both dec) and father-in-law of Pat.
Cherished Grandfather of Elyssa and Perry.

We will miss you forever
,

DOAK Dorothy (Dot)

28.9.1934 – 26.3.2021
Passed away suddenly in Colac.
Dearly loved wife of Peter (dec).
Cherished mother, nana and nan of Darryl and Elisa, Leigh (dec) and Linley,
Chris and Sally, Brad and Jie, Lachlan and Millie, Jared and all of her great-grandchildren.

She will be sadly missed by her friends and family.

DOHERTY Frank

Passed away 30 December, 2014
Dearly loved husband of Lesley,much loved father of Tanya and Kim. Father-in-law to Brett,
proud and loving Grandpa to Corey, Angus, Charlton and Parker.
We will love and remember you every day.

DOUMA Joanna (nee Katsaros)

Late of Colac, formerly of Timboon.
Passed away Friday, December 14th, 2018 aged 53 years following a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Deeply Missed

DUNSTAN – Florence Eliza (Flo)

16/5/1917 – 29/11/2014
Passed away at Ann Nichol House, Portarlington.
Loved and loving wife of Jack (dec).
Cherished Mum of John, Joan, Helen, Keith and Wayne and their families.

DYER Robert Laurence

Passed away peacefully in Winchelsea July 8, 2019 aged 83 years.
Dearly loved husband of Joan (dec).
Father of Deborah, Robert, Peter, Kerry, Jen (dec) and Tim;
and Pop to all of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

DYKES Florence Anne (nee Turner)

3.12.1922 – 30.8.2016
Loved and respected Mother and Mother in Law of Daphne and Greg, Maree and Doug; and Ian.
Adored Nanna of her 6 Grandchildren and 9 Great Grandchildren.
A most beautiful lady in every way.
Now at Rest.

EGAN Bill (John William)

7.12.1934 – 8.9.2019
Passed away peacefully.
Loved husband of Verna.
Loving father of Lindon and Bronwyn.
Father-in-law of Susan.
Grandpa of Jess, Ben and Sarah.
Gone but not forgotten.

ELMES John Leonard

Passed away in the Mount Gambier Hospital on Thursday 23rd November, 2017.
Aged 89 years.
Dearly loved husband of Jenni (Fenton) Elmes
and friend to her family.
Rest In Peace

ELLIS Marion Lois

Passed away peacefully in Colac on November 5, 2020 aged 87 years.

Loved daughter of Fred and Phyllis Davis (both dec).

Dearly loved wife of Bob (dec).

Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Ken and Pushpa, Peter and Judy,
James and Melinda, Dianne and Russell.

Cherished ‘Mazza’ of Richard, Rebecca, Scott, Daniel, Boe, Nicholas,
Emma, Ryan and Matt; and their respective families.

EVANS Betty Isabel

Passed away peacefully 17th September, 2018 aged 86 years.
Dearly loved daughter of Ron and Bessie.
Much loved sister of Ken, Allan (dec) and Georgie (dec).
In God’s Loving Care

EVANS Ronald Kenneth (Ken)

Passed away suddenly but peacefully, January 14th, 2019 aged 88 years.
Dearly loved son of Ron and Bessie (both dec).
Loving brother of Betty, Allan and Georgie (all dec).

In God’s Loving Care

EYRE (nee Roberts) Margaret Isobel ‘Peg’

Passed away suddenly but peacefully December 2nd, 2018 aged 96 years.
Dearly loved wife of Len (dec).
Beloved mother and mother-in-law of Julie and Michael, Allison and James, John and Nas, Chris and Anne; and Rowan.
A loving Nan and Great -Nan.
Loved sister of Molly and Win.

Optimistic and inspirational to all who met her.

FACEY nee McGrath

Margaret Catherine
Passed away peacefully at Anam Cara House, September 16, 2021, aged 87 years.
Adored wife and best friend of George (Dec).
Beautiful mum of Helen and Kev, Peter and Lynette, Russell and Fiona; and Collin.
Treasured Nannie of Penni and Damo, Teghan and Tom, William and Jacqueline, Michael,
Catherine and Joshua, Allissa and Ben, Mitchell and Sarah, Timmy, Thomas, Joseph; and Patrick.
Cherished great grandmother, ‘Nannie Facey’ of Lucas, Sienna, Rhuby, Georgie, Harvey and Angela.
Due to government restrictions, a private family service will be held.
Family and friends are warmly invited to view the service Livestream on the Hall Funerals Facebook page.
Time and date to be advised via the Facebook page.

FACEY Walter Francis

23.9.1927 – 24.11.2014
Youngest son of James Anthony and Alice Maude Facey.
Brother of Edith Cashin, Arthur, George, Percy,
May Moulesdale, Eva Knox and Florence Porch (all dec)
Wonderful husband of Osyth for 63 years.
Adored father of Judith and John Hall, Leigh and Sandra Facey.
Loving Grandfather of 8,
Great Grandfather of 15 ½ .

FALK Manfred Hans (Fred)

Passed away peacefully 20 July 2015 aged 73 years.
Loving former husband to Glenys.
Dearly loved father and father in law to Warren and Sandra, Mick and Tanya; and Michelle.
Cherished grandpa (Opa) to Shenae, Jack, Jessica, Caleb, Shae, Miranda and Kira.

FARQUHARSON Lennard Robert (Len)

15.7.1926 – 6.4.2019
Passed away peacefully at Corangamarah.
Loving husband of Joyce (dec).
Son of Robert Watson and Rose Adelaide (both dec).
Brother of Jock (dec) and Jenifer.
Father and father-in-law of Greg and Dinah, and Ronnie.
Grandfather of Tim and Melissa, Scott and Penny, Jodie and James, Megan and Andy; and Alex.
Great-grandfather of Adelaide, Winnie, Sybil, William, Chloe and Jock.

According to Len’s wishes a private cremation will be held.

FEGAN (Edward) Keith

Passed away peacefully at Colac Area Health
2 July 2015.
Loved and loving husband of Eleanor.
Beloved father of Graeme.
Cherished Pa of Rachel.
“Missing you always, forgetting you never”

FEGAN (nee Milne) Eleanor Jean

Passed away peacefully at Barongarook Gardens, 6 December 2016 , aged 86 years.
Loved and loving Wife of Keith (dec).
Beloved Mother of Graeme.
Cherished Nan of Rachel.
“Missing You Always, Forgetting You Never”

FINCH Dorothy Margaret

Passed away peacefylly at Mercy Place, March 20, 2019 aged 91 years.
Wife of Les (dec).
Loving mother of Judy (dec) and Gwen.
Much loved Nan of David, Erin, Leanne, Jayme (dec) and Kirsty; and great-nan of Madison, Jack (dec),
Taya, Brooks, Arabella, Cooper, Mathew, Jarod, Dylan (dec), Kyara, Tahnee and Bodhi.

FISK (nee Noseda) Karlene Myra

Passed away suddenly but peacefully June 22, 2020, aged 71 years.

Dearly loved wife of Neville.
Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Donna and Stuart, Michael and Justin; and friend of Noel.
Cherished Nan of Mia, Moni and Casper.
Loving sister to Josie, Geoffrey and Roger.

Forever in our hearts

Due to government restrictions, a private family service will be held.

FISK Lorna Isobel

26.5.1932 – 8.11.2014
Passed away at Colac.
Loved daughter of Sinclair and Phyllis (both dec)
Beloved mother of Tony and Linda, mother-in-law of Lesley and Ashley.
Loving grandmother and great grandmother.
Loved sister of Dawn and Max (dec) and family.
Until we met again Mum Rest in Peace
‘A Brave Heart Finally at Rest’

FOSTER (nee Veale) Janette Muriel (Jan)

Passed away peacefully in Colac June 14, 2018 aged 81 years.
Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Brett, Glenn and Glenice, Deborah and Paul.
Loving Grandma of Trinda, Darion, Rick, Jacqueline and Sarah.

FRASER Lisa Dawn

Passed away peacefully surrounded by her whanau (family) August 13, 2019 aged 67 years.
Dearly loved wife of Bruce.
Much loved mother of Russell, Emanuel and Lybia; and mother-in-law of Kerry.
Cherished nana of Tiara, Augustino and Ikira.
Loving daughter, sister, aunty and friend to all of her whanau (family).

FRITH Faye Lillian

Passed away peacefully 6 March, 2017 aged 75 years.
Dearly loved wife of Kevin.
Much loved sister of Doreen, Shirley (dec) and Coral; and dear friend to Gary and Ross.

FRITH Mavis Mabel

Late of Leopold, formerly of Colac.
Passed away peacefully 3 March, 2017 aged 85 years.
Loving wife of Wilf (dec).
Dearly loved mother and mother in law of Dianne and Keith, Marene, Alan and Dorothy,
Ken and Eileen; and friend of Gary.
Cherished nana of 10 Grandchildren, and 10 great grandchildren.

FRY Breanna Lee

2.6.1.2010 – 2.8.2014
Loved daughter of Adam and Pauline.
Sister of Tori, Jessie and Chloe.
Our precious gift from God above.
Whose heart was filled with so much love.
Whose smile would always light up a room
Has now been taken way to soon.
In Heaven now, you’re free from pain.
And soon we’ll be with you again.
Forever in our hearts,
Our love for you shall never depart.
Love always Dad, Mum, Tori, Jesse and Chloe.
XOXOXOXOX

GHI

GABBEDY Joan Margaret

4.12.1941 – 19.4.2020

Joan passed away peacefully at home on Sunday after a long illness.
Loving daughter of Ida and Tim Gabbedy (both dec).
Devoted sister and sister-in-law to Pat (dec) and John, Marie and Trevor, John and Doris,
Peter and Stef, Paul and Kerry; and Michael.
Dear friend and mate of Jenny for over 45 years.
Joan was a favourite aunty to 15 nieces and nephews, 24 grand nieces and nephews and 5 great-grand nieces and nephews.

We will treasure our precious memories of a thoughtful sibling.
We will miss you dearly.
Rest peacefully, until we meet again.

Due to Government restrictions, a private cremation will be held.

GARDNER Wayne Charles

Passed away peacefully December 15, 2020 aged 74 years.

Adored husband of Eva.

Much loved father and Father-in-law of Nicole (dec), Darren and Emma, Jason and Erin, Nick (dec) and Brooke.

Cherished Poppy of William, Joshua, Eliza, Phoebe, Myra and Nash.

Loved and loving son of Norm and May (both dec) and brother of Dennis (dec), Lynette, Trevor (dec), Noel, Faye and Errol.

 

Forever In Our Hearts

GENT Lillian “Merle” (nee Carthew)

Passed away peacefully at Merindah Lodge, Camperdown, 9 September 2015 aged 100 years.
Dearly loved wife to Gordon (dec).
Much loved mother and mother in law to Bruce and Val, Carol and Rodney.
Cherished grandma to Sally-Ann, Greg, Richard, Simon, Blair, Carly and their families;
and great grandma to all of her great-grandchildren.
A kind and gentle lady who will be missed by all who knew her.
According to Merle’s wishes a private family burial will be held.

GILL (nee Lawlor) Mandy Ann

Passed away unexpectedly 1 May, 2019 aged 59 years.
Dearly loved wife of Terry.
Loving and much loved mother of Jason, Bianca, Troy, Bree, Chelsea, Tanekka, Kira and Latoya.
Cherished Nana of 23 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild.
Loving sister of Bryan.

GILL Thelma

5.3.1929 – 20.5.2014
Passed away peacefully at Mercy Place.
Loved and loving wife of Lindsay (dec).
Beloved mother of Wayne (dec), Terry, Gavin,
Sandra and their families.
‘Always Remembered’

GILLIES (nee Spaull) Sylvia Grace

Passed away suddenly at Colac Hospital 2nd October, 2014.
Loving wife of Laurie (dec).
Beloved mother of Chris, Glenda, Ian (dec), Bernie, Lionel and their families.
“Forever in our Hearts”

GLENISTER – Gwladys (Wendy)

14.5.1939 – 25.12.2018
Passed away peacefully.
Sisiter of Jennifer, Robert and Myfanwy (Jane).

GODFREY – Patricia Jeanne

16/02/1920 – 2/08/2014
Much loved and devoted wife of the late John Godfrey.
Treasured and loving mother of Arthur, Peter, Robert, Ian, Helen, Tim and Dennis.
Esteemed and loved mother-in-law to Pam, Jenny, Zita, Paddy, Fiona and Tim’s partner Sylvia.
Cherished and respected by her grandchildren and their partners:- James, Mike and Holly, Lachie;
Matt and Steph, Willand Jackie, Anna and Matt; Jacqui, Andrew and Emma, Anthony, Julia;
Rob and Eliza, Debbie and Alex, Christina, Jack; Nicola, Darcy.
Wise great-grandmother to her eleven great grandchildren.
A wonderful life…..
We are so lucky to be your family.

GOODMAN (nee Whytcross) Karen Frances

Passed away peacefully 18 July 2015 aged 49 years.
Dearly loved wife to Chris.
Beloved daughter to Val and Max.
Much loved sister to Graham (dec), Phillip, Andrea, Tanya and their families.
You fought a corageous battle
Now Rest in Peace

GORDON Florence “Flo”

19.10.1928 – 23.8.2020

Passed away in Colac, aged 91 years.
Much loved wife of Howarth “Aitch” Gordon (dec.).
Loving mother of Diane, Graeme, Janice and Karen.

Due to Government restrictions, a private burial will be held.

GOWER Edwin Leslie

‘Ted’

Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family , September 28, 2021, aged 68 years.

 

Loved and loving best friend and husband of Barbara.

Loved and adored father and father-in-law of Heather and Marcus, Pop of Ned, Drew and Beau.

Loved and adored father and father-in-law of Alister and Samantha, Pop of Arabella, Lily, Judah and Amalie.

 

Loving son of John and Sheila (both dec).

Brother and brother-in-law Ruth and Geno, Paul and Pauline and their respective families.

 

Now at rest with the Lord Jesus.

GRAHAM Suzie

28.6.1961 – 11.6.2018
In the comfort of Anam Cara House, surrounded by her loved ones, Suzie passed away peacefully.
Cherished daughter of Mitodi and Draga.
Loving mother of Christine, Jacqueline, Matthew and James.
Fun-loving Baba to Aleyah, Jarrad and Amarlie.
Peace and Love

GRAINGER Mark Andrew

Passed away suddenly 11 November 2015 aged 46 years.
Loving husband of Michelle.
Son of Isobel and Norman (both dec).
Younger brother of Peter, Maureen, Jan, Russell, Di, Tracey and families,
brother in law to Lorraine Ievins, Lydia, Bronwyn, Sharon and families.

GRANT
-M Joyce

30.12.1936 – 2.12.2020

The wonderful loving wife of Arthur J.
The most loving and proud mother, mother-in-law and grandmother of
David and Lisa, Joshua and Samuel, John and Joanne, Georgia and Callum.
A devoted friend to many.

GRAY Margaret Evelyn

11.1.1932 – 5.6.2016
Our Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother passed away peacefully at the Apollo Bay Hospital on 5 June 2016 and will join her loving Husband Alfie.
Her unwavering support and her unconditional love for her family will never be forgotten.
We will miss her.
– Mark, Fiona and Adam; and their families.

GRAZULES Mathew Joseph

13.10.1988 – 1.8.2014
Passed away suddenly.
Loved and loving son of Mark & Wendy.
Adored brother of Jade & Sharee.
Much loved uncle of Jamar & Taj.
Xx In our hearts for always xx

GREEN nee Doran

Mary Margaret

Passed away peacefully at Colac Area Health, surrounded by her family, December 7, 2021, aged 84 years.

Loved and loving wife of Len.

Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Janette, James and Janette, John and Jan, Rob and Andrea, Trish and Rob.

Treasured Nana of Lauren, Alix, Jasmine, Charmaine, Ashleigh, Jessica, Jason, Chelsea, Rachel,
Jesse, Abbey, Jackson, Liam and Hayley; and Great-Nana of Lily, Emilia, Edward and Archer.

 

In God’s Loving Care

GREENE Shirley Joyce

15.9.1937 – 26.4.2020

Loving and much loved wife of Jim (dec).
Beautiful and caring mother and mother-in-law of Kerrie and Garry Chant, Garry; Jennifer and Ray Groves.
Cherished nan to Luke (in Heaven), Matthew and Leigha, Michael and Ali, Bryan and Jess, Jarrod and Claudia;
and great-nan to Sienna, Everley, Stellan, Tadhg, Tyler, Amelia and Theo.

Life can never stay the same
No matter how we try
Our hands can never stop the clock of life
From ticking by.
But our love remains unchanging
In our grieving hearts
For as the love of life is stilled
The memory of love starts.

Reunited with her darling Jim and loved ones once again.

Due to Government restrictions, a private family service will be held.
A Memorial Service for Shirl will be held once restrictions ease.

HANSON (nee Vesey) Olive Mary

Passed away peacefully 16 April, 2017 aged 94 years.
Dearly loved wife of Len (dec).
Much loved mother and mother in law of Ken and Coral, also Denise (dec), Graeme (dec), Christine and Wayne, Don and Pauline.
Cherished grandma of 7 grandchildren and great-grandma to 5 great-grandchildren.
Olive’s family would like to express their sincere thanks to the staff of Corangamarah and Barongarook Gardens
for their love and care of their mum.

HARBOUR Keith Maxwell

Passed away 2 October 2016 aged 90 years.
Dearly loved Husband of Kathleen (dec).
Much loved Father and Father in Law of Ken and Anne, David (dec) and Judith (dec).
Cherished Pop of Adam and Brooke Monaghan.

So Mote It Be

HAWKINS Beverley Noel

Passed away peacefully 1st November, 2018.
Loving wife of Brian (dec).
Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Robyn and Greg, Karen and Denis,
Brian and Orn, Christine and Bill, Grant and Cyndee.
Cherished grandma of Renee and Dave, Adam and Beck, Nena, Inez, Austin, Jack and Mia;
and great-grandma of Olive, Waylon and Savannah.

A loving mum who will be sadly missed by us all.
Peace At Last.

A private burial will take place.

HAWKINS Lisa Jayne

Passed away peacefully December 30, 2018 aged 44 years.
Dearly loved mother of Nikki, Jaymie and Zain.
Cherished nannan of Savannah.
Loving mother-in-law of Harley.
Loved daughter of Barry and Janet (dec); and sister of Ricky, Sharon, Tanya and Derrick.

HAYCROFT Marjorie Emma

Passed away peacefully in Colac January 31, 2020 aged 95 years.
Loved wife of Vern (dec).
Much loved mother of Graeme, Heather, Ian and their families.

Privately Cremated

HAYES Stanley Bruce (Bruce)

22.9.1929 – 20.10.2017
Passed away peacefully at Colac Area Health surrounded by his loving family.
Loving husband of Edith (dec).
Adored father of Adine.
Treasured father-in-law of John.
Most special Pa of Nathan, Sarah, Aneke and Luke.
Great Pa of Josie.

HAYWARD Neil Jeffrey

Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, October 2nd, 2018 aged 59 years.
Dearly loved husband of Sue.
Much loved father and father-in-law of Cass and Gary, Brianna and Jamie, Deana and Nick.
Cherished Poppy of Tia, Hayley, Sebastian, Colby, Stevie and Eli.
Loving son of Ian and Norma and brother to Greg, Adrian and Allyson.

HEENAN Rona

Passed away peacefully at Corangamarah 25 July 2016.
As per Rona’s wishes a private cremation will be held.

HEFFERNAN – Ronald Thomas

Passed away in Nambour on 29.3.2014.
Loved father of Paul & Andrew.
Beloved Father in Law of Joanne & Alishia.
Cherished Poppy to Patrick, Jordan & Caden.

HELMORE Sylvia Joyce

Passed away peacefully 21 September 2015 aged 84 years.
Dearly loved wife to Keith (dec).
Much loved mother and mother in law to Debra and Keith, Don and Jenny, Robyn and Ian (dec), Alan and Ariane.
Cherished Grandma to Hannah and Sam, Dan and Kate, Laura and Matt, Ross, Sian, Beth and Alister, Josh, Michael, Sally, Luke and
Emma and great grandma to Freya, Eliza, Elsie and Nate and their families.

HEHIR Frances Diane

17.07.1941 – 17.09.2021

Frances passed away peacefully at CAH on Friday 17th September, aged 80 years
Loving daughter of Albert and May Bowtell (both dec)
Loving Husband of Rod (Dec)
Loving Sister of Brian
Finally at Peace

Due to Government restrictions a Private Family Service will be held

HEIMANN Sinikka Kaarina

Late of Colac, formerly of Warne Street, Coolaroo.
Passed away peacefully, October 23, 2019 aged 75 Years.

Loved and loving wife of Fred.
Beloved mother of David, Jeffrey, Steven, Rachel and Leanne.
Cherished Nan to all of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

According to Sinikka’s wishes, a private cremation will take place.

HENRIKSEN nee Winchcombe

Ethel Ellen ‘Dot’

Passed away peacefully at Tannoch Brae Aged Care, St Albans Park on Saturday, January 8th, 2022, aged 97 years.

Dearly loved wife of Lindsay (dec).

Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Ted and Lesley, Dennis and Moira, Ken, Lanny and Helen; and Roger.

Cherished Nan to 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

At peace with Dad.

HENRIKSEN Patricia Jane

 

Passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family, November 22, 2021 aged 85 years.

Dearly loved wife of Colin (dec).

Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Cindy and Charlie (dec),

Keith and Suellen, Jamie and Rosie (dec); and Di, Cliff and Kerri, Shane and Lauren,

Fran and David, Darren and Carol, Mark and Joy (dec); and Corina, Kathy and Mark.

Cherished ‘Nanny Colac’ to all of her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and their respective families.

‘Whatever’

HIGGINS

-Gary Maxwell

Passed away peacefully, April 25, 2021 aged 68 years.

Loved and loving son of Maxwell (dec) and Marguerite.

Dearly loved brother of Glenn (dec).

Much loved father and father-in-law of Troy, Lorie and Damien, Ryan and Nicole.

Treasured grandfather of Amillya, Bodhi, Gemma, Katie, Georgia, Sophie, Charlie and baby to be.

HIGGINS Robert Graeme (Mick)

Passed away peacefully at the Geelong Hospital on 24 January, 2018 aged 79 years.
Dearly loved youngest son of Frank and Gladys.
Much loved brother and brother-in-law of John and Fay; Alan (dec) and Margaret.
Loved uncle of Julie, Trevor and Holly, Christopher, Sandra and Jodie.
Sleep Peacefully Brother

HODGE Ethel ‘Dawn’

Passed away peacefully at Colac Area Health, 11 June, 2018 aged 85 years.
Dearly loved wife of Harold (dec).
Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Glenda and Trevor, Trevor (dec), Dianne and Raymond.
Loving Nana to Kylie, Tim, Sharelle, Shaun, Shae, Tahlia and Samantha.
Many thanks to the staff of Barongarook Gardens for the care of our Mum over the last three years.
It is greatly appreciated.

HODGSON, Pearl Joan

Late of Colac, formerly of Dromana, passed away peacefully 9 April 2016 aged 94 years.

Much loved mother to Maureen (dec), Annette, Peter, Sylvia and Sheryl.

Loved nana to 64 grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren and their families.

HONOUR Joan Frances

29.10.1928 – 27.12.2020

Passed away peacefully at Corangamarah, aged 92 years.

Loved daughter of Aubrey and Ida Honour (both dec) of North Cundare.

Dear friend Robyn and Ross Alexander.

Special thanks to all the staff of Corangamarah for their care and support.

In God’s Loving Care

HOWARD Grace Phyllis Lydia

4.9.1923 – 28.10.2014 at Hesse Rural Health, Winchelsea.
Dearly loved wife of Clarrie (dec).
Dearly loved mum of Graham, Barry and Denise (Mrs. G.Gatty)
Dearly loved mother-in-law of Julie and Graham, special friend of Lyn.
Dearly loved nanna of Leanne, Raelene, Gregory and Adrian, Coral, Sally and Ashley, Belinda, Darren and Andrew Gatty.
Dearly loved nanna Howard of 20 great grandchildren.
Her pleasures were simple,
her needs were few,
if her family was happy she was too.
She gave us love in the fullest measure.
Care, devotion and memories to treasure.
Peacefully at rest with dad after 27 years.

HUNT Albert Oliver

Peacefully went to Heaven, surrounded by the love of his family and friends, September 20, 2020, aged 91 years.

Devoted husband of Lorna for 73 years.

Much loved Dad of Peter and Karen.

Pop of Jason, Danny and Anna, Jonny and Wendy, Luke and Shona; and friend to Brooke.

Poppy Hunt to Kayden and Brooklyn, Zavier, Declan, Harrison, Eva and Tom, William, Brock,
Scarlett, Maddox, Monique and Riley, Tanisha and Reece,

Step- Poppy to Chad, Ashley and Jimmy, and great- great Poppy to baby on the way.

According to Alberts wishes a private cremation will be held.

HUNTER Geoffrey Talbot

Passed away peacefully 20 January 2017, aged 87 years.
Loved and loving husband of Mona (dec).
Beloved father of Peter, Carl and Roxanne.
According to Geoffrey’s wishes a private family burial has been held.

HURREN Peter James

Passed away peacefully October 14th, 2018 aged 60 years.
Much loved husband of Sharolyn.
Loving father, stepfather, poppy and friend to all who knew him.
Finally At Peace

ILETT John Alfred “Jack”

Passed away peacefully at home 18 June, 2017 aged 88 years.
Dearly loved husband of Pat.
Much loved father and father in law of Lynette and Geoff, Kerry,
Peter and Lyn (dec), Paul and Jill.
Treasured Grandpa Jack of Belinda, Luke and Rachel, Shannon and Kim, Brendan and Kristy,
Louise and Jono, Melissa and Danny, Max and Sid; and Great Grandpa Jack to Charlie, Ollie, Sammy and Evan.

JKL

JOHNSON Paul

Passed away peacefully at Hesse Rural Health, Wednesday, June 2nd, 2021, aged 72 years.
Much loved partner of Jenny Black.
Many thanks to the staff of Hesse Rural Health for their care and compassion of Paul during his time with them.
Now at peace

JOHNSTONE Alice (Peg)

Passed away at Corangamarah Nursing Home on Monday, 30 July, 2018 aged 92 years.
Loving wife of Ernie.
Mother of David and Ewan, and mother-in-law of Pattyie.
Adored grandma to Tyler.
Forever with her Lord above.
According to Peg’s wishes, a private funeral has been held.

JONES Albert Samuel (Sam)

Passed away peacefully 25 October 2016, aged 90 years.
Beloved Husband of Lorris.
Much loved Father and Father in Law of Marilyn and Ian, Glennis and Neil, Karen and Robert.
Treasured “Pa” of 8 Grandchildren and 19 Great Grandchildren.

JENKINS Robert Edward (Bob)

Passed away peacefully 3 June, 2017 at Corangamarah, aged 91 years.
Dearly loved husband of Millicent.
Much loved father of Robert, Glenda and Maureen; and father in law of Jeanette and David.
Cherished “Pa” of Emma, Paul, Karen, Jacinta, Matthew, Chris, Stephen, David,
Mark, Adam and Lisa; and great-grandpa of 14.
In God’s Loving Care

JENKINS nee Norman

Valerie ‘Jean’

Passed away peacefully at Corangamarah Aged Care on October 28, 2021 aged 91 years.

Loved and loving wife of Wattie (dec).

Much loved mother of Brian and Gary and mother-in-law to Bernice.

Cherished nana of Kate and Berto, Amy and Al, and great-nana to Chloe, Harriet, Iggy and Olive.

KEMP (nee Greenfield) Edith Lillian May

9.6.1927 – 4.9.2017
Much loved wife of Len (dec) and Bill Oakley (dec).
Adored mother of Bill/ Billy (dec) and Shirley.
Respected mother-in-law of George and Christine.
Percious granny to Karyn, Phil, Dee, Darren, Justin, Simon, Vanessa and Michael.
Much loved great-gran to Bella, William, Ashlee, Jackson, Tyson, Axel and Skye.
Beloved eldest daughter of Edward and Edith Greenfield (oth dec).
Loved sister of June Wilson and Doreen Fry (both dec); respected sister-in-law of Alf and Bernie (both dec).

KENNEDY George Adrian

Passed away peacefully at
Apollo Bay Hospital on 8 April, 2014.
Loved and loving husband of Mollie (dec)
Beloved father of Sandra and Ben.
Loved Pa of Loretta and Renee.
‘TREASURED MEMORIES’

KENNEDY Marjorie Ruth

Died on Saturday 12 May, 2018, at Geelong Hospital aged 89 years.
Loved wife of Walter (dec).
Treasured mother of Brian, David (dec), Janice and Peter (dec).
Loved mother-in-law of Donna.
Cherished grandmother to Karen, Ben and Amy, and Leon.
Loving great grandmother to Carly and Ava.
Loved dearly, greatly missed.

KERR (nee Merrett)

Cecelia Mary “Leila”

23.10.1936 – 3.1.2022

Passed away peacefully at home.

Loved and cherished wife of John (dec).

Adored and devoted mum of Sharon and Judi (dec).

Respected mother-in-law of Ian and Peter.

Much loved and proud nanna of Monique, Jacob, Jessica and Sean.

Our minds still talk to you

Our hearts still look for you

But our souls know you are at peace.

KERRINS Cherilyn Diane

4.8.1947 – 23.9.2018
Passed away suddenly at Geelong Hospital.
Mother, grandmother and sister.

KETTLE (nee Cowley), Merle

20.6.1931 – 4.3.2018
Loved mother of Neville, Roland, Peter (dec) and Warwick.
Adored grandmother of 17 grandchildren and gracious great-grandmother of 19.

KIRKBRIDE Geoffrey Gilmore

Passed away peacefully on June 13, 2020, aged 93 years.

Dearly loved husband of Jean (dec).
Much loved father and father-in-law of
Dorothy and John; and Glynis.
Cherished grandad of Tim,
Libby, Emily and Christopher;
and great-grandad of Marcus, Daniel, Matthew,
Caitlin, Alex, Heide, Olivia and Freya.

KIRKBRIDE Jean

Passed away peacefully in the arms of her beloved Geoffrey, November 16th, 2018 aged 91 years.
Adored wife of Geoffrey.
Much loved mother of Dorothy and Glenys.
Cherished nana of Tim, Libby, Christopher and Emily;
and great-nana of Marcus, Daniel, Alex, Heide, Olivia, Freya, Matthew and Caitlyn.

In God’s Loving Care

KNIGHT Amy Patricia (Pat)

Passed away peacefully at Barongarook Gardens, Colac
October 16, 2019 aged 90 years.

Dearly loved wife of Bernie (dec).

Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Janette and John Holland,
Dianne and Brian Huggins, Jim and Lesley Knight,
Alison and Brett Martin.

Cherished Grandma and Nana of Jo-Anne and Paul, Mark and Tameka, Stuart,
Geoff and Emma, Jack, Ethan, Skye and Grace.
Loved and loving G-Nan of Dean and Charlie and baby on the way.
Reunited with Dad

KAHOUT Charles “Charlie”

Passed away peacefully at Anam Cara House, November 25, 2020, aged 71 years.
Dearly loved husband of Merrilyn.
Much loved father and father-in-law of David and Melanie, Mark and Prue, Alison and Justin.
Treasured Grandpa of Molly, Taylah, Mitchell, Phoenix, Lara and Lucas; and great mate to Tammy the dog.
Dearly missed,
Never forgotten.

KROG ISABELLA “Isa” Margaret

Passed away peacefully 3 January 2016.
Loving and loved Wife of Wally (dec).
Dearly loved Sister of Faith and Sister in Law to Frank.
Dearest Aunty to Michelle and Nicole and Great Aunty to Kaitlyn, Lillian, Lulu and Perry.
We will miss you.
According to Isa’s wishes a private cremation has taken place.

KROOKS John Adrian

25.3.1951 – 21.8.2014
‘Forever in our Hearts’
From your loving wife, Christine and family, Jacqueline, Jarrod,
Noelle and Mark and granddaughter Elle.

LACEY Albert Henry D’Arcy (Harry)

Everlasting love of Joyce (dec).
Proud and loved father of Lyn (Tossie).
Has gone to sleep peacefully in his 102nd year.
Your strength and determination never wavered, your memory never faltered.
To spend the last few years doing many activities we both love has been a pleasure, privilege and honour.
Seeing the delight and relief on your face when you achieved, was magic.
Reunited with Joyce your soul mate.
Enjoy your outings and Chinese meals.
Meet you at the QVM and RASV.
Thank you for being you, and teaching me never to give in.
You will remain in my heart and mind, always.
-Your loving daughter Lyn (Tossie) xx

LACEY (nee Martin) Florence Margaret

Passed away peacefully at Winchelsea 27 September 2015 aged 91 years.
Dearly loved wife to Bob (dec).
Much loved mother to Jenny and Albert.
Cherished grandma to Jessica and fiance’ Andrew.

LAITY (Morrow) Margaret Alice

9.7.1928 – 16.6.2014
Passed away peacefully at Corangamarah Aged Care.
Loved and loving wife of Jim for 64 years.
Loving mother and mother in law of Graham and Bev, Kevin (dec), Helen and Jeff.
Dearly loved gran of 9 and great gran of 4.

May the winds of love blow softly
And whisper for you to hear
That we will love and remember you
And forever keep you near
Loved and remembered by us all

LANGDON Joshua

30.4.1976 – 14.1.2020
Of Apollo Bay and Melbourne
Our beloved Josh passed away peacefully
following a corageous battle with cancer aged 43 years.

A caring, thoughtful, genuine, kind and generous spirit.

Much loved son of Lyn and Phil,
adored brother of Shura and brother-in-law to Zac Ford.
Loving uncle of Darcy and Anouk.

A great friend to many.
Our lives will never be the same without you.

Rest In Peace.

LAVERY Malachy Patrick

Passed away peacefully at Apollo Bay Hospital, Thursday 9th September, 2021, aged 82 years.
Much loved partner of Helen Alsop (Dec)
Stepfather to Stephen (Dec) and Kaye, Vicki and John, Graham and Helen.
Loved Grandpa ‘Mal’ of all his Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren.
Finally resting in Peace with Helen.

LAWLESS Dr. James

Doctor in Apollo Bay for 41 years.
Adored husband of Meg.
Much loved by the many
children who have been his
patients all over the world.

LEA –
Gerald Anthony.

Passed away peacefully
April 13, 2016 aged 74
years.
Beloved and dearly loved
husband to Joan.
Much loved father and
father-in-law to Leanne,
Russell, Lorrae and Frank,
Lavinia and Garry; and
Shaun.
Cherished “Pop” to
12 grandchildren and “Pa”
to 3 great-grandchildren.
Loving son to Elijah and
Kathleen (both dec) and
brother to Don (dec) and
Jenny.

You left me beautiful
memories,
Your love is still my guide,
And though we cannot
see you,
You’re always at my side.

LEORKE Albert Samuel

Passed away peacefully at Geelong Hospital 28 August, 2014
Loved and loving husband of Dell (dec)
Beloved father of Ken, Steve and Jo, Jeff and Vick.
Loved Grandfather of Daniel, Karyn and Grant, Michael and Jacqui,
Bentleigh & Kerri, Rebekkah and Michael, Adelle and Alixandra,
great grandfather of Maddy, Tom, Olivia, Caitlin and Annameekah.
Re-united with Mum.

LEORKE Allyson Victoria (Vicki)

Passed away peacefully at Apollo Bay Hospital, 5 February, 2015.
Loved wife of Keith ‘Bruiser’ (dec)
Beloved mumzie of Shelley and Johnny van de Laar.
Loving and caring Nanna of Darcy, Lochie and Cody.
Dearly Missed and Forever Loved

LESTRANGE Flora McDonald

Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family July 14, 2019 aged 94 years.
Dearly loved wife of Doug (dec).
Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Raymond and Val, Beverley and Robert.
Cherished Nanny of Renee and Shaun, Kelly and Trev, Darryl and Alli, Donna and Barry.
Great- nanny of Indianna, Piper, Archer, Finn and Kade; and fur-nan of Toby and Misty.

LIBBIS Phyllis Pearl

Passed away peacefully at University Hospital Geelong on January 5th, 2019 aged 97 years.
Dearly loved and loving wife of Lythe (dec).
Much loved mother of Jennifer, Russell, Gregory and Bruce.
Mother-in-law and friend of Glenice, Dianne and Lorretta.
Treasured grandma of Rachael, Belinda, Taryn, Michelle, Emma, Ryan, Karl and Cameron; and their families.
Great-grandchildren- Zach, Kyle, Maya, Poppy, Eve, Jackson, Jack, Charli, Clayton, Grace,
Marshall, Charlotte, Indi, Isobel, Cove and Ava.

Our special thanks to management and staff at Elouera Nursing Home, Torquay and ‘ANU’ staff at University Hospital, Geelong.

‘Sleep on peacefully with Papa’

At the request of Phyllis, a private funeral was held on January 11th, 2019.

LOCHTER – Herta Elisabeth

Passed away peacefully at Apollo Bay Hospital,
20 February, 2015 aged 88 years.
Rest Peacefully

LUCAS –
George Gordon

20.3.1941 – 21.5.2016.
Passed away peacefully
at Anam Cara House.
Loved and loving husband
of Pamela.
Former husband of
Janine.
Beloved father and
father-in-law of Simone
and Craig, Janelle and
Mike, Nick and Janine,
and Patrick.
Loving grandpa and
poppy of Cerise, Phinean
and Samson; Madeleine
and Harrison; Maiya, Toby
and Bridie; and Elijah.
Brother and brother-in-law
of Rowin and Howard, and
Robert and Christine.

LUCAS Ruth Wharton

7.9.1928-29.12.2015
Mum passed away on 29 December 2015 leaving behind her family
Susan, Stuart, Daniel, Marine, Lila, Silas, Harper, Ben, Stephanie and Lillian Walsh,
Theresa and Allan Winter, (Gemma deceased), David Lucas, Gayle Redden, Sarah and Marcus, Kimberley
and Matthew Lucas.
Mum has been reunited with Dad in their final resting place.
Thank you to everyone who has been part of Mum’s life and hope that you have fond memories of it as we do.
Love Sue, Stuart and family.
A private funeral was held on 4 January 2016.

LUGG Douglas William

Passed away suddenly, but peacefully,
at home July 8, 2020, aged 83 years.

Dearly loved husband of Margaret.
Much loved father of Heath.
Loving brother to Rita.

Cherished and loved by his family and friends.
You will be sadly missed.

LURAJUD Dorothy Irene

Passed away peacefully at Apollo Bay, 4 October, 2014.
Loved and loving wife of Ray (dec).
Good friend of Lesley, Dave and their families.
Thank you to Mercy Place, Colac and to the Community
of Apollo Bay for your care of Dorothy.

LUSHER nee Nelson

Betty Frances

8.10.1930 – 3.11.2021

Wife of George (dec).

Mother of Kerrie, Raymond, Georgina and Karen.

Mother-in-law of Ray (dec) and John.

Much loved grandma to Kylie (dec), Shane, Joanne, Katrina, Neil,
Stacey (dec), Rachel, Kymberly, Michael, James, Grace and Ella.

Adored GG of Taj, Kye, Beau, Evie, Eli, Bella, Eden, Lachlan, Jesse,
Tyson and family in New Zealand, Josephine, Ewan, Isabelle, Harriet, Jack, George and Lily.

Sadly missed, always in our hearts.

MNO

MACLAGAN Joan Marion

17. 2. 1923 – 20. 10.2016
Passed away peacefully.
Mother of Ian, David and Jane.
So many aspects of her life, she was not defined by simply just one.

MAHONEY Aaron Jay (Bill)

28.3.1991 – 2.5.2015
Loving Partner and best friend of Emma
and the best father of Asha and Toby.
Loved and loving son of Russell and Sheryl,
Beloved brother of Dean and Kylie, Leigh and Taylor.
# BILL36

MARENDAZ (nee Howard) Dorothy Florence

Passed away peacefully March 31st, 2019 aged 97 years.
Dearly beloved wife of Elvins (dec).
Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Nola and Colin, Jan and John.
Cherished Nana of Stuart and Mandy, Anthony and Shannon, Andrew and Cath and Nicholas;
and great-nan of Sophie, Chloe, Maddie, Harry, Kade and Claudia.

Though her smile has gone forever,
And her hands we cannot touch,
We shall never lose the memory,
Of the Mum we loved so much.

MARRINER Leslie Thomas

In his 92nd year. Peacefully passed away at Estia Health, Bannockburn surrounded by his family.
Loved and loving Husband of Violet (dec).
Cherished Father and Father in Law of Dorothy and Colin, John and Diane.
Grandpa of Angela and Ray, Pam and Campbell, Lisa, Jodie and Adrian.
Great Grandpa of Brendan and Lauren, Nicholas, Naomi and Michael, Jayden, Sarah, C.J, Xavier, Sienna and Savannah.
Great Great Grandpa of Evie.

Reunited after 66 days apart.
Love has kept them together.

“Gone Fishing”

MARRINER (nee Thomas) Violet Mary

Passed away suddenly but peacefully in her 93rd year at Estia Health Bannockburn.
Loved and loving wife of Les.
Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Dorothy and Colin and John and Diane.
Grandma of Angela and Ray, Pam and Campbell, Lisa and Jodie and Adrian.
Great Grandma of Brendan, Lauren, Nicholas, Naomi, Michael, Jayden, Sarah, CJ, Xavier, Sienna and Savannah.
Great Great Grandma to Evie.

MARRINER, Stuart Earl

Passed away Monday 13th October, 2014 aged 95.
Much loved father and father-in-law of John & Chris, Douglas & Margaret, Elizabeth & John,
loved grandfather of Steven, Adrian, Kerry, Justin, Amanda, Carolyn, Katie and Emma,
loving great-grandfather of 9.
Proud member of the Rats of Tobruk.

MARTINO Raff (Raffaele)

Departed suddenly but peacefully on September 26, 2016.
Beloved Son of Giovanni and Elisabetta (both dec).
Much loved Brother of Bruno, Dina, Tony, Rosie (dec), Leo, Mary and Jo.

MAXFIELD Malcolm Stuart

Late of Colac, passed away peacefully 11 March, 2017 aged 76 years.
Dearly loved husband of Leah.
Much loved father and father in law of Anna and Julien.
Beloved uncle of Bernadette, and husband James and cherished grandad to Gab and Raf.

MAXFIELD Violeta (Leah)

Passed away peacefully May 6th, 2018 aged 71 years.
Dearly loved wife of Mal (dec) and former wife of Enrique (dec).
Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Ronald and Kylie, Anna-Marie and Julien, Bernadette and James.
Cherished grandma of Candice, Jahd, Chiana, Gabrielle and Raf; and newest grandbaby boy on the way.
Funeral details yet to be confirmed.

MAXWELL Beryl Lynette

Passed away peacefully at Hesse Rural Health, Winchelsea on May 31, 2019 aged 83 years.
Beloved wife of Charles (dec).
Dearly loved mother of Christopher and Dianne and friend of Elle.
Cherished nana of James.

Reunited with her beloved Charles

McDONALD Charles Henry (Charlie)

Passed away peacefully at Hesse Rural Health, Winchelsea 1 September, 2017.
Reunited with his Father, Mother and Brother Tommy.

McFARLAND, Victor Neville

Passed away peacefully in his home on the 2nd of July 2014.
Beloved son of Samuel Richard and Annie McFarland and brother to Samuel Kenneth McFarland.
Your wit and sense of humour will never be forgotten, may you rest in peace.
Love always, your brother Ken, the McFarland, Richardson and Bolz families.

McGRATH (nee Olsen) Reta Winifred Anne

Passed away in Apollo Bay 23 December, 2014, aged 76.
Dearly loved wife of Richard. Loved Mum of Lisa, Richard and Maria.
Beloved Grandma of Samantha, Nick, Amanda, Alex and Rebecca.
Mother in law of Andrew and Stephen.
A beautiful soul who will be missed by all of us.

McKELLAR Murray Donald

Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family
at Anam Cara House, November 15, 2019 aged 95 years.

Beloved husband of Alice for 72 years.
Much loved father and father-in-law of Donald (dec) and Cath,
Graeme (dec) and Janet, Raelene and Mike.
Loving Pa to all of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and their families.
Dearly loved,
Sadly missed,
Never forgotten.

McKENZIE Ingrid

Passed away peacefully at Apollo Bay Hospital on 13.1.2015.
Loved and loving wife of Craig.
Beloved mother of Jacob and Campbell.
LOVING MEMORIES

McKENZIE (nee Vinall) Susan Jennifer

‘Sue’
9.12.1956 – 20.1.2018
Much loved wife of Brian.
Devoted mother and mother-in-law of Melinda and Jamin; and Alistair and Danielle.
Cherished ‘Grandma Sue’ of Zena, Althea, Harriet and Sophie.
We will miss Sue’s infectious enthusiasm for life, dogged determination and warm hugs.
Rest now my Suzie

McLAREN (nee Hose) Daphne Isobel

Late of Mercy Place, Colac, passed away at Colac Hospital 20 September 2015 aged 84 years.
Beloved wife to Bill (dec).
Much loved mother and mother in law to Sheryl and Graeme Langdon, Jill and Noel Porter (dec),
Wendy and David Walsh, Vicki and Alex Fitcher.
Cherished Nana to all of her grandchildern and great-grandchildren.

McLAREN nee Leishman

Nancy Maxine

Passed away suddenly but peacefully at Corangamarah Aged Care on October 28, 2021 aged 86 years.

Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Trevor and Cheryl.

Cherished Nan of Justin and Jess, Stuart (dec), Chris and Liz, Tylon and Hannah.

Treasured great-nan of Nick, Anthony, Lachlan, Jacob, Teddy, Olivia and Arli.

McMAHON Kenneth Ellis

21.7.1937 – 3.6.2018
Passed away peacefully at Colac Hospital.
Much loved older brother of Colin and all his family and friends.
Rest In Peace

McNAMARA Michael James

Passed away suddenly but peacefully April 30, 2020 aged 24 years.

Much loved son of Laurie (dec) and Sandra.
Loving brother of Matthew (dec).

A very special soul, loved by all who knew him.

Always remembered,
Never forgotten,
Deeply missed.

MEADE (nee Richards) Helen

Passed away peacefully in Colac surrounded by her family and friends 12 September 2015 aged 68 years.
Beloved wife and best friend to Frank.
Much loved mother and mother in law to Stephen and Donna, Prue and David.
Cherished “Ma” to Maddie, Jess, Daniel and Jemma.

MEDLEY Owen Joseph

Ex 464 Mosquito Sqd
WW2 Ser No 121496.

Passed away peacefully at Mercy Aged Care on Friday, August 16, 2019 aged 94 years.
Loving husband of Elizabeth (dec).
Beloved father of Janice (dec), Gordon and Ross, father-in-law of Debbie and Heather.
Treasured grandfather to 7 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.
He will be sadly missed…
Reunited with his childhood sweetheart.
Thanks to Mercy Aged Care and Colac Hospital staff.

MENZIES Merle Doris (nee Dean)

Passed away on August 11, 2016 aged 91 years.
Wife of Roderick John (Jack) (dec).
Daughter of George and Margaret Dean (both dec).
Sister of Sylvia Beard, Violet Rawlings, Alexander Dean, Iris Garraway, Robert Dean and John Dean (all dec).
Mother of Roderick and Andrew.
Mother in Law of Roslyn and dear friend of Sue.
Nana of Alexander, Hilary and Evan; Hannah and Hughe.
Friend of Emma, Michael, Stephanie and Michael.
Great-Nana of Tate, Amelia, Lachlan and Olive.
Special Nana Merle to Josie and Millie.

MERCURI Marie Pauline

9.2.1945 – 2.9.2019
Passed away peacefully at Colac Area Health.
Beloved wife of Gerado (Gerry).
Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Michael and Jenni.
Adored grandmother of Jenna, Sophia and Jacob.

MILLARD Ronald George

29.10.1927 – 12.12.2014
Passed away peacefully at home.
Loved brother of Doris Berry (dec) and Alan (dec)
Loved uncle of his nephews and nieces.
“In God’s Care”

MILTHORPE Arthur Robert (Bob)

14.4.1919 – 2.3.2015
Passed away peacefully at Corangamarah Aged Care.
Loved and loving husband of Mary (dec)
Beloved father of Daisy, Frances and Jennifer (dec), father in law of Frank and Stuart.
Cherished Poppy of Chris and Meg, Paul, Jane, Mark and Noelle,Tim and Tabatha, Nicole and Martin.
Special great Poppy of Jordyn, Tyler, Elle, Josh, Em, Thomas, Jim, Leah and Anna.
“Reunited with his beloved Mary and Jenny”

MISSEN – Lorraine Jean

Passed away on January 6, 2015, Daw Park S.A.
Loving wife of Bruce
and sister of Hayden Chappell.
We will love, miss and remember you always.

MISSEN – Robert James (Robbie)

8.2.1946 – 25.12.2018
Passed away suddenly at home.
Loved and loving husband of Dot.
Cherished father od Kylie, Jason, Dean and Dale.
Adored Pop to his 6 grandchildren.

MISSEN Valma “Val”

Late of Beeac.
Passed away peacefully 26 November 2015 aged 91 years.
Loved wife to John (dec).
Dearly loved mother to Keith, Barry, Susan, Peter, Debbie and Leanne (dec).
Mother in law to Colleen, Chris (dec), and Greg; and friend to Raelene. Much loved grandma to Rebecca, Melaine, Gareth, Grant Ricky, Aiden, Jai, David, Lisa and Jocelyn.
Great-grandma to Daniel, Casey, Ashley, Chase and Oliver.
Now resting with her loving parents Doris and John (Jack) Aisbett, sister to Joan, Jeff and Johnny (all dec).
Sister in law to Roby (dec), Flo and Alice.
Ever remembered for her love, who devoted her life to her family.
Many thanks to the wonderful staff at Mercy.

MITCHELL John Newton

1.05.1927 – 9.02.2015
Eldest son of George & Rachael, brother of Jean (dec), Maie & Don (dec).
Dearly loved husband of Lorna (dec), cherished father & Papa of:
Glenda & Jim, Elisa & Harold, Charles, Stella, George & Albert
Stephen & Bec, Karla, Willow & Smith, Penny & Scott,
Oliver & Melanesia, Ada & Clementine.Leanne,
Stephanie & Mitchell,Noelene & John, Olivia & James.
Sally & Trevor, Simon & Kate ,Andrew & Hilary, Jake & Jackie,
Fiona & Mick, Lewis & Paris.Russell & Bronwyn, Jessica & Lucy
So Proud & Thankful,
Forever in our Hearts
Our most sincere thanks to all staff at Corangamarah for their tender and considerate care.

MONAGHAN (nee Corlett) Edith Lillian

Passed away peacefully on 24 December, 2017.
Loved and loving wife of Ed (dec).
Loved mother of Debra, Toni and Stephan.
Mother in law of Bradley and Julie.
Adored Nanny of her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

A private family funeral will be held.

MOREY Peter Lester

Late of Tasmania 20.6.1925- 6.9.2015.
Loved youngest son of the late Frank and Maud Morey.
Brother of Royden, Phyllis, Rex and Nancy (all dec).
Safe with the Lord

MORGAN Allan Charles

Late of Colac, formerly of Mt Gambier and Allansford, passed away peacefully,
surrounded by his loved ones, December 11, 2018 aged 76 years.
Dearly loved husband of Lyn.
Beloved father and father-in-law of Anthony and Bronwyn, Debbie and Heath, Kerrie and Robbie, Brad and Hayley.
Adored Poppy of Jessi, Dylan, Levi, Jake, Bodey and Lenny.
Loving son of Jim and Gladys (both dec) and brother of Jim, Kevin, Peter, Bruce (all dec), and Les.

MORRIS Beverley Dawn

Passed away peacefully at home in Apollo Bay surrounded by her family 29 January 2016 aged 82 years.
Dearly loved Wife to Ralph (dec).
Much loved Mother and Mother in Law to David and Debbie, Trevor (dec), Noel and Sally, Dianne and Gilbert, Gordon and Janet.
Cherished Nana to Tahlie, Amber, Adam, Ryan, Kathleen, Claire, Louise, Michelle, Kerrie, Wayne and Lisa.
Great Nan to Beau, Levi and Ava; and dear friend to Maree and Sue.

MOWAT (nee Gordon) Heather Lynette

Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family 28 August 2017, aged 89 years.
Loved mother of Gary, Ian, Pamela, Robyn, Suzanne and Craig.
Mother in law of Keith, Greg and Rhiannon.
Loving Nana and Old Nana to 8 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren
“Now at peace and flying with the angels”

MUNRO Robert Hugh (Bob)

Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family,
February 8, 2020 aged 81 years.
Loved and loving husband of June.
Much loved father of Vicki-Jane, Katrina, Christopher and Nicholas; and father-in-law of Michael.
Brother of Geoff and Donald (dec).
Treasured Pa of Jorjia, Ruby, Tara, Shane, Alecia and Emily;
and great mate to Jamie the cat.
Rest Peacefully

MURNANE (nee Begley) Patricia Joy (Pat)

11.4.1931 – 17.12.2016
Passed away suddenly but peacefully in Colac.
Beloved wife of Eric (dec).
Much loved mother of michael, Lee and Belinda.
Cherished grandma of Jason, Steven, Mark & Laura, Luke & Danusia, Erin, Shannen, Bridie & Ben.

NAGLE Nancy Catherine

Passed away peacefully in Colac, 29 January 2016, aged 96 years.
Dearly beloved Wife to Les (dec).
Much loved Mother and Mother in Law to Eileen and Graeme (dec) Gorman, Ann (dec) and Howard Williams, Cathy and Ian Middleton,
Frank, Leslie (dec), John and Gina (both dec), Mark, Roslyn and Bernard Whytcross.
Cherished Grandma to 14 Grandchildren and 10 Great- Grandchildren.
Loving Daughter to Colin and Kate, Sister to Maureen, Athol and Geoff (all dec) and their families.

NASH nee McMahon

-Marie Teresa

Passed away suddenly but peacefully, October 11, 2020 aged 78 years.

Dearly loved wife of Michael “Mick” (dec).

Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Carolyn and Trevor, Jenny and Jonny, Louise and Trevor.

Cherished nana of Gabrielle, James, Jeremy and Johanna.

NEAVE Desmond James

Passed away peacefully at Anam Cara on June 7, 2019 aged 78 years.
Beloved husband of Margaret.
Much loved father and father-in-law of Chris and Dimi, Rob and Maxine, Danny and Deb; and Angela.
Cherished Grandpa Des of Jayden and Hannah and great-grandpa of Henry.
Loving brother of Nola and brother-in-law to Frank.

NEAVE Gordon Austin

Beloved husband of Dianne.
Dearly loved father to Kerryn, Kenny (dec) and Dale.
Dearly loved Grandfather to Simen, Justyn and Hayden.

NEAVE Kerryn

Passed away suddenly 27 February 2016 aged 46 years.
Loved and loving Daughter of Gordon (dec) and Dianne.
Loved and loving Sister of Ken (dec) and Dale.
Loved and loving Mother of Simen.

NEWCOMBE George Phillip

Passed away peacefully at Mercy Place on July 15, 2019 aged 85 years.
Beloved husband of Nancy (dec).
Dearly loved father of Kerrie (dec)
Loving father-in-law of John and friend to Gail.
Cherished Pa of David and Sheree, Travis and Brittny.
Great-Grandpa of Cooper, Grady and Sydney.
Re-united with Nancy and Kerrie.
Rest In Peace

NEWCOMBE (nee Coleman) Gloria Edith

Passed away suddenly but peacefully April 7th, 2019 aged 79 years.
Dearly loved wife of Nigal.
Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Gary and Tracey, Jennifer (dec), Karen and Michael, Paul and Karyn.
Cherished nana of Tyson, Karina, Kane, Kellie, Jade, Laura, Maddison, Jarmin, Indy, James, Jasmine and Tamzyn;
and great-nana of Matilda, Taj, Darcy, Logan, Milla, Ella, Mannelle, Skylah, Zach, Declan, Vanille, Katana, Charlie and Rylee.
Loving daughter of Ron and Edith, and sister of Doug (all dec).

Forever In Our Hearts

NEWCOMBE Ivy Evelyn

Passed away peacefully November 20, 2018.
Dearly loved wife of Roy (dec).
Much loved aunt of Neville and Julie, Pamela and Barry and their respective families.
Finally Reunited

NEWCOMBE Nancy Kerr

Passed away peacefully following a short illness on 12 March 2018 aged 80 years.
Much loved wife of George.
Dearly loved mother of Kerrie (dec).
Loving mother-in-law of John and friend to Gail.
Cherished nana of David and Sheree, Travis and Brittny.
Great-nana of Cooper.
Sadly missed but never forgotten.

Nicholls Gordon Oliver (Bluey)

Passed away peacefully January 19th, 2019 aged 82 years.
Beloved husband of Chris.
Much loved father and father-in-law of Alan and Corrin, Fiona and Greg, Jody and Stuart.
Treasured Pa of Jamie, Connor, Ella, Claire, Logan, Shaun, Ebony, Leah, Alisha, Hannah, Kara and Tom.

Loved and missed by all.

NIGHTINGALE John (Jack)

Passed away peacefully at Corangamarah Aged Care, 7 August, 2014.
Loved son of Fred and Ina (both dec).
Beloved brother of Eric, Florence, Faye and David (all dec),
Mick, Josephine, Shirley and Rex.
Treasured Uncle to all his nieces and nephews.

NOONAN Dorothy

Passed away peacefully April 18, 2018 surrounded by her family.
Dearly loved wife of Kevin (dec).
Much loved mother and mother-in-law of David and Paula, Graham and Leona.
Cherished Nana of Kristy, Nicky, Tyson, Ebony and Jacob.

NORMAN Janice May

Passed away peacefully at Geelong on 22 May, 2015.
Loved and loving wife of Terry.
Beloved mother of Todd (dec) and Mark.
Cherished Nan of Jyah, Ray and Missy.
“Simply the Best”

NORMAN (nee Wylie)
– Lyla Elspeth

Passed away peacefully at Barongarook Gardens, Colac on
August 13, 2020 aged 94 years.

Loving wife of Bob (dec).
Loved daughter of David and Elspeth (both dec).
Loving sister-in-law and aunt of Ailsa and Ian.

Reunited with her beloved Bob.

NOSEDA Arthur Victor

Passed away suddenly, November 30, 2021, aged 75 years.

Loved and loving husband of Jacklyn (dec).

Much loved father and father-in-law of Bryan (dec), Amber and Jenny, Kerry and Barry, Amy and Dezy.

Treasured Poppy of Matthew, Johanna, Isaac, Brenton, Dylan, Maihi and Shawnte.

Loving son of Eddie and Vera (both dec), and cherished brother of Jean, Elsie, Les (dec),

Joyce, Bruce (dec), David (dec), Helen, Glenda and their respective families.

 

The rock of our family, you will be sadly missed.

NOSEDA Bryan Arthur.

Late of Apollo Bay passed away
tragically April 13, 2016
aged 48 years.
Much loved former husband to
Amber, father to Matthew,
Johanna and Isaac; and dearly
loved partner to Jenny.
Loving son and best mate to
Arthur and dearly loved son to
Jacky (dec.).
Much loved brother to Kerry
and Amy, and brother in law to
Barry and Des.
Idolized uncle to Brenton,
Dylan, Maihi and Shawnte˜.
Adored by his in-laws Donny
and Nelly, brother-in-law to
Kerry and Doug, Donna and
Ken; and their children Selina,
Dale and Keahan.

We are overwhelmed by the
communities support.
The love and respect they have
for Bryan is helping us through
this difficult time.

NOSKE –
Norman Stafford.

Passed away peacefully
April 1, 2016 aged 88
years.
Dearly loved “Uncle” and
friend to Marg and John
(dec), Ian and Anna, Neil
and Kay, David and
Taanya, Pete and Helen
and their families.
A true gentleman who
taught us much.
He will be sadly missed by
all who knew him.

OBORNE- Hugh John Mathieson
“Jack”

Passed away peacefully at home in Swan Marsh, 5 December, 2017
aged 92 years.
Dearly loved husband of Lorna.
Devoted father and father-in-law of Robert and Gaylene, Trevor and Jenny, Allan and Ann-Maree,
Peter and Deborah, Neville and Pauline, Daryl and Helen, Janine and Cameron, Megan and Peter.
Cherished Grandfather Jack of David, Ben, Leandra, Donovan, Sheldan, Brennen, Melanie, Alicia, Samantha, Sarah, Hannah, Frazer, Riley, Darcy, Lewis, Alexander, Fergus, Finley, Thomas and Maggie.
Great-grandfather Jack of Reagan, Hudson, Mason, Archie, Daisy, Polly, Isla, Lore and Jedi; and dear friend to Michelle, Ania, Tom, Karlie, Rhys, Carrie, Jarrod, Ryan, Daniel, Chris, Abbey, Shari, Annalise, Kayla and Scott.

“A Life Well Lived”

OBORNE (nee Child) Marjory Joyce

Passed away surrounded by her loving family 5 May, 2018 aged 93 years.
Beloved wife of Ernie (dec).
Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Margaret and Des, Doug (dec) and Jeanette,
Shirley and Bass, Gary and Ros, Trevor and Jane.
Cherished grandma of 14 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.

OBORNE (nee Carson) Thelma Doreen

Passed away peacefully at Barongarook Gardens on March 10, 2020 aged 94 years.
Dearly loved wife of Vic (dec).
Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Ross and Pauline, Dianne and Paul, Glenn and Merren.
Cherished Nan of Richard and Naomi, Melanie and Peter, Bianca, Brooke and Jason, Trent and Lyndsey, Timothy, Liam and great-nan to Samuel, Hamish, Milly, Jack, Ava and Ruby.

O’BRIEN (nee Perry) Norma Sophia

Passed away peacefully January 13th, 2019 aged 94 years.
Beloved wife of Reg (dec).
Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Annette and David (dec), Sue and David.
Treasured Nan to all of her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Reunited with her darling Reg

OGUZHAN Mehmet

Passed away peacefully at the Apollo Bay Hospital on January 2, 2018 aged 77 years.
Dearly loved husband of Sami.
Much loved father of Minnie, Umran, Keynon, Secil and Umit.
Cherished Dede to all of his grandchildren.
Mehmet’s family would like to express their gratitude to all of staff of the Apollo Bay Hospital
for their love and care of him over years and in particular these last few weeks.
Private family burial.

O’HANLON –
Peter John (Bones).

Passed away peacefully
on Sunday, May 23, 2021.
Loved husband of Fay.
Father and father-in-law to
John and Laureen,
Sharon and Rolf,
Scott and Tracey.
Grandfather to Jackson,
Brayden, Thomas, Caleb,
Jacob, Megan, Millicent
and Harriette.
Goodbyes are not forever,
Goobyes are not the end,
They simply mean I’ll
miss you,
Until we meet again…

OSBORNE Harold Sydney

Born 20th Sep 1933, died 13th Jan, 2021.

Harold died, after a short illness, in Colac Area Health aged 87.

Much loved brother and brother-in-law of Graham and Marj (dec), John (dec) and Bev,
Donald and Janette, Marg and Peter, Phillip and Debbie and Penny and Tim.

Fond uncle to Owen, Peter, Richard, Libby, Judy, Fiona, Sarah, Mirelle, Linda, Hamish, Mitchell, Jordan and their partners.

Respected great uncle to 18 great nephews and nieces, and one great great nephew and one great great niece.

Harold was a respected auto service worker in the Ararat district, particularly Ararat Motors, and moved from town to town later in life, finally settling in Mercy Aged Care in Colac. Many thanks to staff at Mercy Aged Care for all their support, encouragement and tender care given to Harold. Thank you also for the care given at Colac Area Health.

At peace.

PQR

PARK Keith John

Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family 12th September 2016, aged 93 years.
Dearly loved Husband to Maureen (dec).
Much loved Father and Father in Law to Dianne, Jenny and Peter, Helen and Cliff, Frank and Debbie, Rosie and Paul; and John (dec).
Adored “Pa” to Danielle, Ashlee, Karina, Sharni, Breanna, Brenton, Nathan, Alana, Liesel, Abby, Maddison (dec), Tess, Emily and Thomas.
“Gone Fishing”

PARKER James Ronald (Jim)

24.11.1942 – 21.7.2018
Dearly loved husband of Norma.
Loving Dad and Pa to Tania and Paul and Tom McCarthy;
David and Vicki, Grace and Tom, Edwina and Josh and Liam;
Jeff and Kylie, Zac, Kade and Sam;
Stephen and Melissa and Anastasia.

‘No longer in our lives to share, but in our hearts you’ll always be there’

PARKER Leslie George

21.3.1915 – 18.12.2017
Aged 102 years
Dearly loved husband of Val (dec) and Rita (dec).
Loving father of Fay, Lesley (dec), John and Dianne.; step-father to Kerrie and Alison.

PARKER Norma Elizabeth (nee Crabbe)

28.5.1940 – 27.2.2020
Passed away peacefully after a very courageous battle fought with dignity.

Dearly loved wife of Jim (dec).
Much loved mum and grandma to
Tania and Paul and Tom McCarthy,
David and Vicki, Grace and Tom, Edwina and Josh and Liam,
Jeff and Kylie, Zac and Maggie, Kade and Emma and Sam,
Stephen and Melissa and Anastasia.

Dad and mum reunited.

In accordance with Norma’s wishes, a private family burial has been held.

PARKER (nee Buckley) Valerie Irma

Passed away peacefully at Mercy Place, 21 July, 2017 aged 79 years.
Dearly loved wife of Les, and former wife to Arnold (dec).
Much loved mother of Phillip (dec), Kerri and Alison.
Mother in law of Gavin and friend to Jason.
Cherished Gran of Cody, Jayden, Crystal, Hayden and Mitchell.
In God’s Loving Care

PEARCE John William

Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family 7 June, 2017 aged 72 years.
Dearly loved husband of Shirley (dec).
Very much loved father of Leesa, Sheridan, Peta and Justin; and father in law of John.
Adored grandpa of Kyla, Sienna, Sari, Marli, Summer, Luke and Zoe; and special friend of Jenny.

PEARCE Margaret Joyce

Passed away peacefully, July 19, 2020, aged 95 years.

Dearly loved wife of Charles (dec).
Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Robert and Yvonne,
Lorraine (dec), Leonard (dec), David and Lorraine.

Cherished grandma of Sharlene (in Heaven), Kylee,
Cherie, Craig, Garry, Shirley, Leanne and Kristie; and their families.

Due to government restrictions, a private family service will be held.

PESKETT Patricia Irene

Passed away peacefully January 9th, 2019 aged 89 years.
Dearly loved wife of Clem (dec).
Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Christopher and Faye, Robin, Jacqueline and Glenn, Susan and Mario.
Cherished grandma of 7 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

In God’s Loving Care

PETERSON Rodney Victor

Passed away peacefully June 20, 2020, aged 91 years.
Husband of Patricia.
Loving father of Deborah, Daryl and Lynette and their families.

Now at peace

Due to government restrictions, a private family service will be held.

PHILLIPS Ronald John

Passed away peacefully January 18th, 2019 aged 79 years.
Dearly loved husband of Leeanne (dec); and former husband of Marcia (dec).
Much loved father and father-in-law of Doug, Stewart, Greg (dec) and Caroline, Renee and Mathew.
Cherished grandad of Katie, Michael, Natasha, Tiyler, Shanade, Jayden, John and Annalee.

PIETSCH Wilfred John (Bill)

19.7.1926 – 9.5.2018
After a short illness at Barongarook Gardens, Colac.
Much loved father and father-in-law of Helene and Ian, Peter (dec), John and Marilyn, Geoff and Nell,
Jenny and Jonathan, Di, Lynne and Selwyn, Sharon and Trev, and Andrew and Rachel.
Grandfather of 32 grandchildren, and great grandfather of 31.
We are grateful for his Godly legacy and steadfast love for all of us.
At rest with his Heavenly Father.

PRICE Florence Annie

22.2.1932 – 29.7.2019

Passed away peacefully aged 87 years.
Beloved wife of Ted.
Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Keith and Lynne.
Cherished nana of Madison and Benjamin.
Loving sister of Stewart and Dot.

QUIGLEY Colin John

Passed away peacefully 18 September, 2017 aged 85 years.
Dearly loved husband of Rita (dec).
Much loved father and father-in-law of Tommy and Sharron.
Loving brother to Ray (dec), Cyril (dec) and Merle.

REID Keith Alexander

Passed away peacefully on December 17, 2016.
Father and father in law of Stephen, Gayle, Wendy, John and Phillip (dec).
Grandpa of Lachlan and Madeline.
Resting now.

RICHARDS Susanne Gay

Passed away peacefully 28 June, 2018 aged 70 years.
Dearly loved mother of Kirk and Bronwyn.
Rest In Peace

RICHENS Douglas Falconer Gerrard

Passed away peacefully 24 August 2017, aged 93 years.
Much loved husband of Alma (dec).
Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Judith and Mick, Bryan and Glenys, Nola and Ken.
Treasured “Pa” of Shane, Ashley, Kayne, Beth, Kate and Kade; and
great-grandpa of Aston, William, Jude, Oliver, McKenzie, Milla, Jessica, Jacob and Georgia.
“Step-Pa” to Rebecca, Ruby and Zara.

Tired and Gone Home
Reunited with his family once again

RICHES Ronald James

Passed away suddenly 27 December 2016, aged 82 years.
Dearly loved and loving husband of Gladys.
Proud father and father in law of Mark and Leonie, Jennifer and Ray,Margaret, Brenda, Shirley and John, Susan and Martin.
Cherished “Pa” of Simon and Shelby, Peter and Carly, Michael (dec), Phillip, Matthew and Sarah, Sarah and Mitch, Alison, Tamara, Kelly, Bradley, Emily and Matt, James, Leah and Matt, Claire, Darcy, Brooke and Christie.

ROBB Claude Francis

Passed away peacefully at Corangamarah June 22nd, 2019 aged 92 years.
Beloved husband of Rita (dec).
Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Faye and John, Rhonda and Bill, Geoff and Silvana; and Bryson.
Cherished grandad of 7 and great-grandad of 8.
Reunited once again

ROBB Ida Jean (nee Fisk)

2/2/1924 – 7/9/2016

Late of Coac, formerly of Bungador and Carpendeit.
Passed away after a short illness at the Geelong Hospital 7th September 2016 aged 92 years.
Loved Wife of James Alexander “Alec” (dec) and friend of Alec’s family and their partners

ROBBINS Peter (Pete)

‘Pickles’

9.5.1957 – 24.1.2021

Loved and loving partner of Val, former partner of Robyn (dec) and former husband of Karen.

Much loved father and father- in- law of Natalie and Ryan; and Nathan.

Stepfather of Tarlea, Joel, Lauren and Chelsea.

Pop of Harley and Ellie, Poppy Pickles of Ruby, Jackson, Jorja, Jamisan, Judd, Jeddah, Tory, Alyssah and Kiara.

Youngest son of Allan (dec) and Doris and brother to John, Geoff (Frosty), Phil (Turbo) and Judy Hazerlak.

A life well lived

You did it your way.

ROBE Valda Frances

Passed away peacefully 22 June 2016 aged 85 years.
Wife of George (dec).
Much loved Mother of Maurice and Wendy.
Cherished “Nan” of 4 Grandchildren and 3 Great Grandchildren.

ROBERTSON Evelyn Bernice

3.6.1937 – 24.8.2020

Due to Government restrictions a private family burial will be held.

ROCHE Martin James

Passed away unexpectedly on July 26, 2019 aged 70 years.
Loving son of Dr James and Ruth Roche (both dec).
Beloved partner of Robyn.
Eldest brother of Phil (dec), Mick, Dick (dec), Peter and Mary,
brother-in-law of Lesley, Barb, Liz and Lorry;
uncle of Jennie, Sara, Rachel, Viv, Joss and James and their families.
Mart was unique and will be sorely missed.

RODGER John Emile

Passed away peacefully at Mercy Place, Colac on Friday, May 28th, 2021, aged 84 years.

Loved and loving husband of 56 years to Lorraine.

Much loved father and father-in-law of David and Sharyn, Cameron and Sarah; and Rachel.

Cherished Pa of Kayne, Travis, Mikayla, Eliza and Joe.

Forever in our hearts.

He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

ROWARTH Lorraine Mary
‘Laney’

14.7.1955 – 25.6.2020
To our darling mum, may you rest easy now mum.
We will miss you.
Love you always and forever
Tammy, Shane, Ricky, Jason, Kyle and Bree.
Adored nana to her 15 grandchildren.

RUSSELL (nee Sell) Brenda May

Wife of Bert (dec).
Daughter of Caroline and Jack Sell (both dec).
Dearest sister of Keith (dec), Alan (dec), Muriel (dec), Norm, Ray (dec), Eric (dec) and Colin (dec).
Beloved sister in law and aunty.
Rest In Peace

STU

SALMON Gwenda Hazel

14.7.1927 – 2.4.2017
Passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday 2nd April, 2017.
Dearly loved wife of Rupert (dec) and former wife of Edwin (dec).
Much loved mother of John and Joy.
Loved step-mum to Glenda and Dawn, mother in law of Harry Crabbe, Wendy Westlake and Robert Missen.
Much loved Nan of Belinda and Damo Rocka, Tim Crabbe, Sam and Jackie Crabbe,
Melanie Crabbe; and Aiden, Mira Westlake, Katherine Westlake, Jessica and Dominic Adlam, Grantly and Josie Isley,
Gaylene Rodgers, Davida and Anthony McDonald, Caroline Missen and Jamie.
Great-nan and Grandma to Ebony, Georgia and Harry Crabbe, Addison and Mackenzie Rocka, Gypsy and Zariah;
Zeal and Josiah Adlam, Jack, James and Ruby Rodgers, Hamish, Rupert and Fraser McDonald.

SALMON Joel John

14.1.1998 – 28.2.2015
Tragically as a result of car accident.
Loved & loving son of Kevin and Anne (dec).
Beloved brother of Melinda, Glenn & Grace.
Loved uncle of Lily, Charlie, Ava, Xavier & Kayden.

SAUNDERS Norman John

Late of Apollo Bay, formerly of Hopetoun, passed away peacefully, 6 July, 2018 aged 71 years.
Dearly loved husband of Kaye.
Much loved father and father-in-law of Kris and Lesley, Carissa and Dave.
Cherished Pa of Emily, Clarke, Madie, Jack (dec), Taya and Brooks.

SCHAAF (nee DeMunck) Wilhelmina Elizabeth “Willy”

Passed away at Ballarat Base Hospital 18 June, 2017 aged 83 years.
Loving wife of Klaas (dec).
Mother of John, Rene (dec) and Jacqui and mother in law to Paul.
Oma to Hannah, Jasmine and George.
Devoted and caring nurse to the communities in which she lived and served in.

SCHOONHOVEN Cornelis (Case)

21.3.1928 – 4.4.2021

Passed away peacefully at Mercy Place, aged 93 years.
Dearly loved husband of Thelma (dec).
Loving father of Marlene (dec).
Cherished grandfather of Larry, Tony and Paula, Michael and Gwenda Nocera, and step-father to Julie.
Great-grandfather of Maranda, Austin, Joel, Lacey, Amy and Jackson.
Great-great grandfather of Elijah and Monty.

SCHRAM Ian Stanley

Passed away peacefully at St. John of God Hospital,
Geelong, 24 May, 2015.
Loved and loving son of Albert and Amy (both dec)
Beloved brother of Beverley and Ken Knight.
Loved Uncle of Stephen, Malcolm, Annette and Hayley.
“Treasured Memories – Rest In Peace.”

SCOBLE Skye

25.6.1942 – 2.5.2020
Passed away peacefully after a long battle.
Loved and loving mother and mother-in-law of Ian, Jan and David.
Cherished gran of Benjamin and Ga of Joseph and Solomon.

Now at Peace

Due to Government restrictions, a private family service will be held.

SCOTT Angus Augustus Thomas (Tommy)

31.5.1926 – 10.10.2016

Passed away peacefully At Corangamarah.
Belove son of Gus and Bessie (both dec.)
Loved and loving brother of Phyllis (dec.), Jim (dec.), Don (dec.), June and Gwen. Loving uncle to his many nieces and nephews.
And a very caring and gentle man to the many animals he cared for.
May he rest in peace.

SCOTT Anthony (Tony) James

Family and friends are
warmly invited to attend
a Celebration of Anthony
(Tony) James Scott’s Life
to be held TUESDAY (Apr.
26, 2016) in The Colac
Uniting Church, 25
Hesse Street, Colac
commencing at 1 p.m.
A Private Cremation will
follow.

SCOTT – Ellen Joyce (Nellie)

23.5.1923 – 29.10.2014
Loving wife of Bert (dec).
Loving mother of Alan, Ian and Ken.
Mother in law of Irene and Glenda.
Friend to Liana and Denise.
Nana Nellie to Mandi & Tan, Rebecca,
Dean (dec), Carlene & Adrian, Melissa & Farid,
Matthew (dec), Justin and Adam.
Old Nana to Joshua & Laura; Bengamin,
Adian & Jordon; Maddox & Hudson; and Joshua.
Daughter of Frank & Grace Tanis.
Re-united with so many.
Forever in our hearts

SCOTT Janice Ann

Passed away peacefully at Corangamarah on March 30, 2020.

Cherished only child of Stan and Vera Scott (both dec).
Loved cousin of Lois, Len, Vic and Jack (all dec) and their families.

Reunited with her loving parents.

According to Government restrictions, a private family burial will take place.

SEIZ Hans Volker

Passed away peacefully at home July 6, 2019 aged 85 years.
Dearly loved husband of Lucy.
Much loved father and father-in-law of Angela and Raoul, Peter and Donna, Jason and Kathy, Greg and Kate.
Cherished grandpa of Adrian, Justin Marcus, Riley, Mitchell, Laura, Poppy, Max and Edie;
and great-grandpa of Charlie and Lucas.

SELL Alma Borda

(Belsar – nee Vagg)
Passed away peacefully at Colac Area Health on 31 July, 2014.
Loved and loving wife of Walter (dec) and Norm.
Beloved mother of Keith and Dianna, Lorraine and Keith Currie, Jeanette (dec) and
David Poupard,Gayle (dec) and Colin Anderson, Noel, Dorothy, Norma and Greg.
Treasured Nanna to all her grandchildren and great grandchildren
“Beyond the Sunset”

SELL (nee Belsar) Betty

26.1.1923 – 23.8.2020
Passed away peacefully aged 97 years.
Wife of Keith (dec).
Mother of Beverly, Lindsay and Jeanette and John and Gayle.
Much loved Nanna, Great-nanna and Great-great-nanna.

At peace with God.

We would like to thank Mercy Place Colac for their care over many, many years.

SELL Eric Alfred

Passed away peacefully 10 January 2016 aged 87 years.
Beloved Husband to Jean of 64 years.
Dearly loved Father to Barry, Gavin and Peter; and Father in Law to Doris.
Cherished “Pa” to Andrea, Erin and Paul, Mark and Stacey; and Great Grandpa to Emily, Jett and Tyler.

SELL Norman Stanley

15.2.1926 – 11.11.2018
Loving husband of Molly and Alma (both dec).
Caring and supportive dad of Dorothy and Norma.
Respected father-in-law of Greg (Slater).
Stepfather of Keith, Lorraine, Jeanette (dec), Gayle (dec) and Noel.

Forever in our hearts, and thank you for a lifetime of treasured memories.

SHALLEY (nee Smith) Heather Margaret

Passed away peacefully at Anam Cara House.
Loved and loving wife of Alan.

SHAW Peter Ellis

1.12.1955 – 19.7.2018
Passed away suddenly but peacefully with all families holding his hands.
Beautiful man, dad and Pa Pete of Pam, Karly, Sam, Adam, Alex, Max, Mason, Sascha, Ebony and Nayte.

SHIELDS Terence David

Son of Roy and Jean (both dec)
Loving husband of Lois.
Father and father-in-law of Christine and Tony Rooke, Colin and friend Margret, Wayne and Tricia,
Janis and Murray Jackson, Fiona and Mark Wade.
Grandfather to 14 and great-grandfather to 15.
Rest In Peace

SIMPSON Lyndell Maree

Passed away peacefully following a courageous battle, April 27, 2021 aged 65 years.
Dearly loved wife of Robert (dec).
Much loved mother of Kerrie, Sarah, Timothy, Ellen, Katherine, Robby and Travice along with their respective families.

SIMPSON Robert Henry

Passed away peacefully at Colac Area Health 25 July 2015.
Loved and loving husband to Lyndell.
Beloved father to Karen, Darren (dec), Mark, Timothy, Ellen, Katherine, Robert, Travice and their partners.
Cherished grandfather to 32 and great-grandfather to 20.
A sincere thanks to all the staff at Colac Area Health for their time and patience.

SKIPWORTH Barbara Fay

Passed away peacefully at home on october 10, 2016.
Beloved wife of David. Cherised mother and mother-in-law jamie and Cathy, peter, Julian and Tanya. Loving Gran of Ashley,Brendan, Chloe, Harry and Noah.

SMITH Brian Maxwell

Passed away with family by his side December 4, 2019 aged 81 years.
Dearly loved husband of Carol.
Much loved father and father-in-law of Lorraine and Andrew, Sharon and Paul, Dean and Amanda.
Treasured Pa to Alannah, Halen, Luke, Sheyanne, Raine Jayda and Brock.

Love you forever Papa Bear

Privately Cremated

SMITH Douglas Seymour

14.5.1936 – 4.1.2018
Passed away peacefully at home.
Loved and loving husband of Pam.
Beloved dad of Stephen and Darren and their families.

SMITH – Matthew Robert

M is for Matty my beautiful son
A is for always remember the fun
T is for tears that will always fall
T is for the time that was cut short
H is for hero that will always leave behind sorrow
E is for eternity every tomorrow
W is for wanting for more time to be borrowed

Always in my heart from Mum, brothers Brad, Gav, Pete and sister Grace
xxx

SMITH Nancy

Passed away peacefully at Corangamarah 14 May, 2014.
Loved & loving wife of John (dec).
Beloved Aunty.
In God’s Care

SOBEY Raymond Ernest

Passed away peacefully 17.7.2019 aged 85 years and 11 months.
Dearly loved husband of Gwen.
Father of Wendy and Douglas; and father-in-law of Milika.
Ray is in Jehovah’s memory until God’s will is done on Earth when Jehovah God will ressurect him
to the earthly paradise as promised in the Bible, Matthew 6:9-11.

SPENCER Elizabeth ‘Adele’

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that our family would like to announce
the peaceful passing of our mum on the 3rd March 2019.

We promise we will
continue to find miracles Every Day.

Much Love
Guy, Lauren, Sue,
Roxanne, Lucas,
Mitchell & Jarrad.

SPURRELL Margery

Passed away peacefully at Barongarook Gardens 11 August 2015.
Loved wife to Kenneth (dec).
Much loved mother to Brian, Gayle, Ian, Trevor, Eileen and Ross.
Mum and Dad Reunited Sleeping Peacefully

STEPHENS Mona Valmai

Passed away peacefully 5 October 2016 aged 95 years.
Dearly loved Wife of Frank (dec).
Much loved Mother of Darryl and Trevor (Jockey) (dec).
Mother in Law of Trish and friend to Vivienne.
Loving Grandmother and Great Grandmother.

STEVENS Egryn James (Bert)

Passed away peacefully 24 November 2017 aged 86 years.
Beloved husband of Helen.
Much loved father and father-in-law of Kerry and Bill (dec), Robyn and Geoff, Brett and Eleni, Alexander and Nozomi.
Cherished grandpa to all of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

STEVENSON Ann

Passed away peacefully in Apollo Bay on September 23, 2019 aged 83 years.
Dearly loved wife of Alastair (dec).
Much loved mother of David and Jonathon.
Cherished nana of 5 grandchildren.
At peace at last.

Funeral details to be confirmed.

STEVENSON Pauline Dulcie

14.7.1932 – 4.8.2017
Cherished and deeply loved mother of Leola,Carol, Lorraine, David, Charmaine and Cynthia.
Much loved mother in law of John, Graham, Steven, Li Meng and David.
Beloved nan, great-gran and great-great-gran to many.
Now At home in Heaven
“Absent from the body, but present with the Lord”
Sorely missed by us all and treasured in our hearts until we meet again.

STEWART Dorothy May

28.12.1929 – 06.10.2021

Loved wife of Tom (dec).

Beloved mum of Des (dec) and Margaret, Janis and Clive Trickey,

Bill and Lorraine (dec), friend of Julie, Ann Rowe and Peter, Kerry and Rod Hay, Noel, Helen and Steve Miller.

Dearly loved Grandma to 21 grandies, Grandma Dottie to 48 great-grandies and great-great grandma to 3.

Now flying free with Tom, Des and Lorraine.

Daughter of Susannah and John Taylor.

Loved sister of Frederick, Winifred, Joan (all dec) and Kathleen.

STEWART Elizabeth Jean (Beth)

Passed away peacefully in Apollo Bay on 15 June, 2018 aged 80 years.
Dearly loved wife of Alan (dec).
Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Lyn and Bruce; and Vicki (dec).
Loving Granny of Casey and Felix, Jesse, Stewart, Jeremy and Patrick; and Great-Granny of Amelie

STEWART – John (Jack)

Passed away peacefully on 18 February, 2018.
Dearly loved husband of Norma (dec).
Much loved father of Grahame and Heather.
Cherished Pa Pa of Linda and Renee.
Those we love don’t go away
They walk beside us everyday.

In accordance with Jack’s wishes, a private burial has been held.

STEWART Margaret Alva

Passed away at Chelsea Lodge, Winchelsea on 20 July, 2014.
Aged 91 years.
Loved and loving wife of Lindsay(dec)
Beloved Mother of Janet and Graeme Mills, Hugh and Glenda,
Andrew and Jill, Elspeth and Peter Corkill.
Treasured Grandma of Andrew, Duncan and Fiona, Michelle,
Hannah andKristy,Stephanie, Catherine and Isabel.
Great Grandma of Lachlan and Alexandra.

STEWART Thomas William (Tom)

17.10.1926 – 22.4.2020
Loved husband of Dorothy.
Beloved ‘Tom’ of Des (dec) and Margaret Stewart, Beedz and Lorraine (dec) Stewart, friend of Julie,
Ann Rowe and friend of Peter, Kerry and Rod Hay, Noel Stewart, Hak and Steve Miller, Janis and Clive Trickey.
Treasured grandpa Tom to 21 grandchildren, 48 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild.

Due to Government restrictions, a private family service will be held.

STORAN John Joseph
‘Ben’

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, 9th September, 2018 aged 84 years.
Beloved husband of Mary.
Much loved father and father-in-law of Bernadette and Kevin, Dianne (dec) and Graham, David and Andrea, Mary and Philip, Angela and Keith, Andrew, Geraldine and Darren, Natasha and Ashley.
Cherished Pop and Hooroo to all of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Cherished Memories
Sadly Missed but Never Forgotten

We mourn the passing of Duncan.

15.8.1942 – 16.8.2018
Who passed away unexpectedly after a short illness.
Reunited with your Kipper (Cecilia).

Words are few,
Thoughts are deep,
Memories of you,
We’ll always keep.

You’ll be sadly missed by your children,
grandchildren and grea-grandchildren.

SUARES John William
‘Bill’

17.1.1932 – 18.3.2021
Passed away peacefully in Apollo Bay with family by his side.
Son of the late Les and May Suares.
Loved brother and brother-in-law of Alec and Lorraine Suares (both dec), Rita and Brian (dec) Richmond.
Much loved husband of Ailsa.
Beloved father of Jan and Harry, Ross and Jacqui, Doug and Carol.
Adored Pop and Poppy Bill of Justin and Lisa; Clint, Danielle, Quinn and Louis; Nick, Deanna and Eli; Sam (dec), Georgia and JP; Dan, Claire, Adrianna and Tyler; Mia; Natalie, Pete, Sienna and Zara; Maddy, Lochy, Matilda, Hugh and Edwina; Cassie, Jack, Isla and Lucy; Chloe and Anthony.

SUTHERLAND Irwin Thomas

Passed away suddenly September 23, 2019 aged 84 years.

Beloved and much loved husband of Lila and former husband of Wilva (dec).
Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Robyn and Stephen, Ricki and Donna.
Step-father of Julie, Gary and Ricky and their families.
Treasured Pa Irwin of April, Liana, Alex, Boe, Luka, Harlie and Indi.
In God’s Loving Care

SUTHERLAND Norman Alexander

13 May 1928 – 28 July 2018
Passed away peacefully at St John of God, Ballarat aged 90 years.
Loving and faithful husband to Louisa (dec).
Devoted father to Jennifer and John.
Father-in-law to John and Lynne (dec).
Adored grandfather of Sarah and James, Emily and Will, Andrew and Kellie; and Michael.
Proud great-grandfather of Thea.

You will be remembered in our hearts with love for your sense of humour and your loyalty to family and friends.
You have left us all with wonderful memories which will be cherished forever.
You will be sadly missed but never forgotten.

SUTTON Mary Jane

14.11.1918 – 31.10.2019

Passed away peacefully at Otway Health, Apollo Bay.
Loved and loving wife of Edmund (dec).
Mother of Michael, Margaret and Paul.

TANIAN Shirley Rose

Passed away peacefully in her sleep at Ballarat Hospital on August 14, 2017.
Loved and loving wife of George “Mick” (dec).
Cherished mother and mother in law of Sherryl and Bernie, Michael and Margaret ,Margaret and Steve,
Lorrain and Neil, John and Michelle, Joy and Megan and Faye.
Adored grandmother of Helen, Adam, John, Wade, Joshua, Donna, Steve and Dylan.
Great-grandmother of Rhianna, Wade, Liam and Ali.

TANIS – Ethel May (nee McCORKELL)

30.6.1917 – 30.12.2014
Passed away peacefully at Pengilly Lodge, Apollo Bay.
Loved wife of Frank (dec).
Loved mother and mother in law of Doug and Norma, Noel, Peter and Jenny, and friend of Rose.
Loved Nana of Dean, Kerry, Leigh, Narelle, Simone, David,Peta Maree and Hayley and their partners.
Nana to 10 great grandchildren.
Special thanks to the wonderful and caring staff at PengillyLodge and Dr. Mani for their care of Ethel for the past five years.

TANIS (nee Buckle)

-Norma May

19.9.1945 – 19.9.2020

Much loved wife of Doug for 54 years.

Loving mother and mother-in-law of Dean and Jen, Kerry and Matt (dec), Leigh and Meagan.

Loved and loving ‘Ma’ to Caisha, Nathan, and Jada, Alexis, Addison and Samuel,
Campbell and Mitchell;and friend to Tahlia and Xavier.

Daughter of Merv and Joan ( both dec), sister of Lindsay (dec), Shirley and Leslie.

At peace watching her beloved ‘Cats’.

Your strength, bravery and stubbornness will be proudly remembered.

TAYLOR Keith McNeil

28 January, 2015, 93 years.
Loving husband of Betty (dec)
Much loved Dad of Graeme and Delaila, Vernon and Sue, and Murray.
Pa of Rory, Reece, Charmaine and Mark, Gabriel and Donna, Barnabas, Sherman and Bonitta.
Great Pa of Ashley, Alison, Aiden, Ricky, Lara and Alex.

TENNANT Marian Noelle

Passed away peacefully surrounded by her girls on June 7, 2018 aged 89 years.
Dearly loved mother of Jenny, Angie, Debbie and Julia.
Loved nana of Emilie, Amanda, Amrita, Althea, Claire and Louis; and great-nana of Levi, Livia and Sia.

THOMAS (nee Egan) Joan Elizabeth

Passed away peacefully at Mercy Place on March 21st, 2018.
Mother of Peter (dec), Anne, James and Maureen (dec).
Mother-in-law to Terry.
Grandmother of 4, great-grandmother of 6.
Great-great-grandmother of Bridget and Scarlett.

THOMPSON Frank

Passed away peacefully 30 June, 2014.
Dearly loved husband of Judith.
Loved father of Sue (dec) and Ross, Christopher and Sandi,Peter and Christine.
Loving grandfather of Rowan, Melissa, Jarod, Kathryn, Nigel, William, Emma, Ethan and Logan.

THORNTON Lorna (nee Heppell)

formerly Moore
Passed away peacefully at Colac, 1 January, 2015.
Loved daughter of Bill and Grace and step daughter of Jean.
Sister of Myrtle, Daisy, Florrie, Bob and Jean (all dec).
Loved wife of Ken (dec).
Beloved mother of Judith, Lindsay, Dennis and mother in law and friend of George, Helen and Sharyn.
Treasured Nana to all her grandchildren and great grand children.
‘Forever in Our Hearts.’

TIPPINS David Henry

Passed away peacefully at Corangamarah 2 December 2015.
Loved and loving husband of Doreen for 60 years.
Beloved father of Timothy, Zena, Abraham, Jillian, Luke and Clayton and their families.
Grandad to 22 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren.

TRIPPIT Eric John (Jack)

Passed away peacefully 28 July 2015 aged 88 years.
Much loved and loving husband to Lottie.
Dearly loved father to Mark and Barry and father in law to Sallyanne and Nicole.
Adored grandpa to Jessica, Blake, Sharni, Eric and Owen.
RIP

TROTTER Gordon Stanley

21.10.1931 – 13.11.2016
Loved and loving Husband of Mona (Dec).
Beloved Father and Father in Law of Ed and Sue, Lyn and Dennis, Dee and Bob, Trevor (dec), Allan and Jan, Trish and Phonse,
Kerrie and Pete, Sandi and Ray, Butch and Helen.
Cherished Pop to his Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren.

TROTTER Robert (Bob)

Passed away peacefully at Mercy Place, 23 January, 2015.
Father and father in law of John and Sandra, Susan and Peter Washington,
Stephen, Desley and Bob (dec) McKnight, Annette and Darren Pennay,
Bradley and Dalmar, and Sharon (dec).
Grandfather and great grandfather to many.
‘Now At Rest’

TUCKER – Dorothy May

26.7.1922 – 4.12.2014
Passed away peacefully at Corangamarah Colac.
Beloved wife of Bill Tucker (dec).
Loved and loving mother of Ken (dec), Garry, Betty, Fred,
Julie (dec), Melva, Shirlie, Lindsay and Maree and their families.
A life well lived
Awaiting the resurrection – John 5: 28 and 29.

TURNER Cedric Charles

1.6.1926 – 20.8.2019
Passed away peacefully at the McKellar Centre, Geelong.
Loved and loving husband of Margaret (dec).
Beloved father of Andrew, Michael, Charles and Peter.
Adored grandfather to 12 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

TURNER Geoffrey Lawrance (Geoff)

Passed away 8 September, 2017 aged 89 years.
Much loved husband of Connie.
Dearly loved father and father-in-law of George and Rhonda, Colin, Neil and Jackie, Alison and Jeff.
Cherished grandpa of Nicole, Shannon, Kimberley, Matthew, Vaughn, Janelle, Kane, Ben, Luke, Teah and Jaye;
and great-grandpa to Kara, Hailey, Deegan, Victoria, Ella, Noah, Reeghan and Jordy.

TURNER Margaret Louisa

30.8.1930 – 12.12.2018
Passed away at The McKellar Centre, Geelong.
Loved and loving wife of Cedric.
Beloved mother of Andrew, Michael, Charles and Peter.
Adored grandmother to her 12 grandchildren.
Great-grandmother to 10 great-grandchildren.

TURNER Myra Edna

Loved and loving wife of Charles (dec).
Mum of Graeme and Moira, Ian and Annette, Jeff and Mav.
Much loved Granny and Big Granny.
Loved daughter of Fred and Alva Burge (both dec).
Sister of Fred and Roma (both dec), Bill and Yvonne and adored aunt of their families.
A big thank you to all the staff at Corangamarah for their wonderful care of Myra.

Reunited with Chas.

VWX

Van Den HAAK Andre

11.6.1928 – 22.1.2018
Dearly loved husband of Valerie (dec).
Much loved father of David, Graham and Darryl.
Cherished grandfather to all of his grandchildren.
According to Andre’s wishes, a private family burial has taken place.

van TIL Cornelis Franciscus

Born 25.12.1923. Passed away peacefully on 26.11.2020.

Dearly loved husband of Dorothea (dec), father, father-in-law, Opa, and Great-Opa.
Cherished and loved friend of Bluette (dec).
Loved father of Robert and Caroline, Maria, Annette, John, Peter and Nicole, and Eddy.
Loving Opa to Christiaan, Michael and Mathilde, Tim, Oliver and Henry. Proud Great-Opa to Emil.

Thank you Dad for everything you gave us. Your love and support will remain with us forever.

We are truly blessed and fortunate that you could enjoy an active life well into your 96th year.

You are much loved and will always be in our hearts.

Rest in peace.

VESEY Jennifer Margaret (Jennie)
Passed away suddenly at home in Colac on January 26, 2019 aged 55 years.
Dearly loved mother of Christine and Anne-Maree.
Loving daughter of Keith and Muriel(dec); and sister of Doug and Diane.
Dearest friend of Kerrie and children Ameliya and Cassandra.
VESEY Muriel Rose

12.9.1945- 4.3.2016
Passed away peacefully at home.

Loved and loving Wife of Keith.
Cherished Mum of Doug, Jenny, Diane and their families.
VIPONT
-Thomas Leslie
Passed away peacefully at Anam Cara House,
August 29, 2020, aged 81 years.
Dearly loved husband of Barb.
Much loved father of Wayne and Wanda,
step-father of Val, Betty, Linda and Sandra;
and father-in-law to John.
Cherished Poppy Tom to Ashlee, Chelsey,
Troy and Whitney; and
Great- Poppy to Aliera, Odin and Evelyn.
Due to government restrictions,
a private family service will be held.
VOSKRESENSKY (nee Thompson) Judith May
Passed away peacefully 16 October 2015 aged 62 years.
Dearly loved mother of Wendy, Cheriee and Luke.
Much loved nana of Bryan, Karl (in Heaven), Shannyn, Reece and Kya; and “Jude” to Matthew and Sarah.
Loved sister of John, Jeff, Rhonda and Helen; and daughter of Walter (dec) and Audrey (dec).

WALSH Helga

27.6.1928 – 11.7.2016
Reunited with Leo-
9 years to the day.
A wonderful Mother to Bela Bard- Brucker Jnr,
Eva Foster and Deb Goodfellow.
Beloved Mother in Law to John.
Nana to Claire, Evan, Tim and Bianca.
…………….
My Mum,
Whilst you endured some hardships in your life,
you always fought hard and looked after us so well.
We enjoyed so many wonderful times together.
I will love you always.
I can’t imagine my life without you,
you always stood by me.
I am so heartbroken.
– Deb xxx

WALLIS

John Alexander ‘Jack’

28.3.1927 – 30.6.2021

Late of Camperdown, passed away peacefully in Mortlake, aged 94 years.

Loved and loving husband of Margaret.

Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Bruce (dec), Julie, Jamie and Kate, Jo and Angelo.

Treasured Pa Pa of Amber and Steff.

 

Forever in our hearts.

WATSON William Thomas (Bill)

29.1.1939 – 26.12.2017
Passed away peacefully at Colac.
Adored and loving husband of Helen.
Cherished Dad of Dean and Simon (dec).
Beloved father in law of Tanya and Kathy.
Loved Pop of Brooke, Taylah and William (dec).

WATTERS (nee Snowball) Alma Jean

Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on November 26, 2020, aged 85 years.

Dearly loved wife of Leo (dec.) much loved mother of Brian (dec.), Leigh, Karen, Jenni, Debra, Tania and mother-in-law to Mark.
Loving Nana of Tanya, John, Josh, Billy, Patrick, Rachel, Mikkayla, Bianca, Alysha and Sarah.
Little Nana of Bryson, Chelsea, Leonardo, Harrison, Isla, Alexander, Clementine and Ever.

Sadly missed, forever in our hearts.

WALSH Keith Leslie
6.10.1928 – 16.9.2016

Loved and loving Husband of Mona for 66 years.
Loving Father and Father in Law of Maree and Tom Greenham, Stuart and Sue Walsh, Dianne and Stewart Wood and Carolyn (dec).
Cherished “Pa” of 6 Grandchildren and “Old Pa” of 11 Great-Grandchildren.

“In God’s Loving Care”

WHITE Alan Robert
Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family 30 August, 2017 aged 70 years.
Dearly loved partner of Leanne.
Much loved father of Owen and Martin and their partners Cara and Natalie.
“A Bulldog Thru and Thru”
According to Alan’s wishes a private cremation has taken place.
Memorial Service details are yet to be confirmed.

WHITWORTH Florence Mary
15.5.1920 – 5.1.2020

Passed away peacefully.
Daughter of Fred and Mary Speirs.
Sister of Lewis, Eddie, Betty, Gwen, Isobel (all dec), Jenny and Wilma.
Dearly loved wife of Reg (dec).
Much loved mother of Heather (dec), John and Ros.
Loved and loving mother-in-law of John Hall, Helen and Bob Smith.
Treasured Nana to all of her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.

A special lady who will be sadly missed by all.
The family of Flo would like to thank the staff at CAH, particularly the Acute Ward, and Corangamarah for the care and friendship she received of the last few months of her life.

A private family burial has taken place.

WHITTON Harry George
Late of Colac, formerly of Brisbane and surrounding areas.
Passed away peacefully January 8, 2020 aged 96 years.

Loved and loving husband of Mary.
Much loved father and father-in-law of Jack and Liz, Jenny and Kevin; and stepfather to Trevor and wife Sue.
Beloved Grandpa to all of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Adored and admired for a life well lived by all who knew and loved him.

WICKHAM Kevin John
Passed away peacefully July 4, 2020, aged 80 years.

Dearly loved husband of Coralyn.
Much loved father of Tracey, Andrew, Kerry, Richard, Shelley and Monique,
and father-in-law to Con, Daniel and Norelle.
Cherished poppa to 11 grandchildren.

Resting peacefully, forever in our hearts.

Due to government restrictions, a private family burial will be held.

WIDDICOMBE David Willis

36 years young.
Taken suddenly from his family and friends.

Loved and loving partner of Jo.
Devoted and doting father of Olivia and Jackson.
Loving son of John and Sherlie (dec).
Cherished brother of Darren (dec), Kathryn and Alison.
Loyal and caring friend to all who knew him.

‘Forever Young’

WILLATON Dorothy May
“DOWIE”
3.7.1922 – 6.6.2017
At Mercy Place, Colac.
Loved daughter of Bertha and Percy Willaton (both dec).
Fond sister of Roy and Lola (both dec),
Ivy and Roy (dec), Bonnie and George (both dec), Alan (dec) and their families.
Gone but not forgotten

WILLIAMS Errol Robert

Passed away peacefully at home in Apollo Bay on July 25, 2021, aged 82 years.

Dearly loved husband of Mary.

Much loved father, step-father and father-in-law of Megan and Choong, Matthew (dec),
Michael and Mandy, Kevin and Rachel, Andrew and Lauren.

Cherished grandad Errol to all of his grandchildren and great-granddaughter.

 

Dearly loved, always remembered.

WILLIAMS Maree Annette (Ann)
of Gellibrand River
19.4.1947 – 14.4.2015
Dearly beloved wife of Howard.
Devoted mother of Stuart (dec), Andrew, Janelle and Ben, David and Nicole.
Nan of Ally and Reece.
Daughter of Les and Nancy Nagle.
Sister and sister-in-law of Eileen and Graeme (Gorman),
Cathy and Ian (Middleton), Frank, Leslie (dec), John, Mark, Roslyn and Bernard (Whytcross)
Re-united with Stuart
Miss me a little – but not too long,
Remember the love we once shared,
Miss me – but let me go.
So grieve for a while, if grieve you must,
Then let your grief be comfort by trust,
It is only for a while that we must part,
So bless the memories in your heart.

WILLIAMSON (nee Bubb) Lavinia Elsie
Loving mother and mother-in-law of Rita and Laurie (dec) Flaherty, Florence,
Edward and Margaret, Barry and Joy, Mavis and Gary King.
Loving grandmother of 12 and great-grandmother of 15.

WILSON Evelyn Mary
Passed away peacefully 6 February 2018, aged 79 years.
Dearly loved wife of Alec.
No more suffering.
Rest in peace my darling Mary.

WILSON Janice Elizabeth

25.1.1959 – 5.4.2021

Passed away peacefully in Geelong surrounded by her family, aged 62 years.

Dearly loved 3rd child and daughter of Don and Kath (dec).

Much loved sister of Les, Darryl, Trev, Mark, Lisa, Phil, Paul, Tracey and their families.

 

In God’s Loving Care

WILSON Julie Patricia
Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, 26 January 2017, aged 57 years.
Loved and loving wife of Andy.
Much loved mother of Ashton and Rebecca.
According to Julie’s wishes a private cremation will be held.

WILSON Phyllis Aileen
11.4.1930 – 29.1.2019
Passed away suddenly at Geelong Hospital.
Loved and loving wife of Keith (dec).
Loving daughter of Victor and Nellie Cleaver (both dec).
Beloved sister of Vivienne (dec), Aileen, Shirley, Valerie (dec), Dorothy, Lorraine (dec) and Brian (dec).
Reunited with Keith.

WITHAM James “Frank”
21.5.1926 – 31.8.2016

Frank passed away peacefully at Barongarook Gardens, Colac on Wednesday 31st August 2016 aged 90 years.
Dearly loved Husband of Helen (dec).
Loving Father, Grandpa and Frankpa to Jim and Lavarna, Don and Patricia, Paul and Pauline, Simon and Julie, his 14 adored Grandchildren and 10 Great Grandchildren – and counting.

A full life well lived.
Reunited with loved ones gone before.

WOODS (nee Anderson)
-Sandra Margaret

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family following a courageous battle, October 19, 2020 aged 76 years.
Only daughter of Margaret and Alec Anderson (both dec).
Loved and loving wife of Bryson.
Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Scott and Tamara,
Jamie and Nerissa, Alistair and Carolyn, Cameron and Amanda.
Adoring Nan to her 8 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.

54 wonderful years together
Love always
-Bryson

    

   
 WRIGHT Rita May

Late of Apollo Bay passed away peacefully 24 April 2016 aged 88 years.
Beloved and much loved Wife of Stan (dec).
Dearly loved Mother and Mother in Law of Helen and Adrian, Jenny and Odie.
Loved Nana of Darian and Becci, Jayden and Melissa, Sam and Emily; and Great Nana of Finn, Millie, Charlie, Jasper and Ash.
 

YZ

YOUNG Sidney John

Late of Colac, formerly of Beech Forest, passed away peacefully 23 October 2015 aged 85 years.
Dearly loved husband to Molly.
Much loved father and father in law to Keith (Norm) and Rosie, Heather and Trevor, Chris and Michael; and Graham.
Cherished “Pa” to his 12 grandchildren.
Loving son to Albert (dec) and Mary (dec) and brother to Ann (dec), Helen (dec), Cliff (dec), Val, Marg (dec) and Eunice (dec).

YOUNG Donald Andrew

Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family March 28, 2019 aged 75 years.
Dearly loved father of Cheryl and Mark.
Cherished Pa of Kiera, James, Andrew, Nicholas, Callum, Jesse and Shyanne;
and great-grandpa of Liam, Jordan, Tristan, Kacee, Silas and Jayden.
Forever In Our Hearts