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BORRETT, Patricia Kathleen. 18/02/1929 - 24/09/2021 Passed away peacefully after special time with her six daughters. Beloved wife of Lionel (dec.) and dearly loved mother of Valerie, Alison, Lesley, Deirdre, Christine and Kathryn. Loved by her four sons-in-law. Adored Nana of 12 grandchildren and great grandmother of five. Beautiful memories for all to cherish.
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GARNER, Kenneth Goodwin. Passed away peacefully on September 27, 2021. Aged 93. Loved husband of Marj (Dec). Much loved father of Allen, Bruce, Elizabeth, and Susan. Father-in-law to Robyn and Tracy. Grandpa to Christopher, Kyle, Ashlea, Michelle, Lauren, Lisa, Sophie, Nicole, Oscar, and Lyla. Great Grandpa to Ella, Nellie, Harper, Alfie, Freddie, Mila and Owen. A truly wonderful and loving family man who will be sadly missed and forever in our hearts.
EPPELSTUN, Clive. The past and present members of the Giffard West Rural Fire Brigade are saddened by the death of Clive, who was an active member of our brigade from 1957, also serving as Brigade Secretary from 1973 until 1980. Clive received a 55 year service medal in 2016. Deepest sympathy to Sue, Rob, Greg, Narelle and families.
Dad, You will always be remembered, a loving Father and Grandfather, Captain of the boat, always there guiding, supporting, caring and welcoming. We will miss your tenacious spirit, ingenuity, zest for life, unrestrained laughter and love for your family. Your dedication to family, friends, community and lifetime passions touched so many and brightened our world. GARNER, Ken. Rest peacefully now, The Worshipful Master Love always Allen, Tracy, and Brethren of Gippsland Lauren, and Lisa. Lodge express their great sorrow at the passing of Dad, their esteemed brother Dearly loved father and RW Bro Ken Garner, mate of Bruce. PSGW. Loved father-in-law of An active member of the Robyn. Adored grandpa of Lodge for 73 years, who Chris and Beth, Michelle will be sadly missed. and Aaron, and Nicole. Our condolences to his Very proud great grandpa family. of Harper and Owen. A long and satisfying life, enjoying family time and commitment to the community. Thank you for your guidance, mentoring and support of all we have done. Thank you for the fun and laughs, the fishing and camping, the hugs and hand squeezes. Thank you for the example you have been to us all. A dignified, proud and determined gentleman whom we will miss very much. Reunited with Marj. Resting peacefully together at last. Dear Dad, Our hearts are heavy, but full of pride that you got to be our Dad, Grandpa and Great Grandpa. Endless treasured memories of family trips to Sale, your belly laughs, fishing for flatty, Seaspray beach days and the best Christmas's ever with your famous roast pork on the Webber. Rest now Dad with Mum with that endless cup of tea In your beautiful garden. Our love always and forever Love Liz, Kyle, Ashlea, Sophie, Nick, Robbie Ella, Nellie, Alfie, Freddie, and Mila. Dear Dad, I've been blessed to have you as my beautiful Father and loving, doting Grandpa to Oscar and Lyla. You've been our rock and I'm so grateful that Oscar and Lyla got to know what a truly incredible person their Grandpa was. So many happy memories we can hold in our hearts and smile. You loved your family, you loved your community and have been such a valued friend to so many. You leave us filled with pride, gratitude and inspiration. In our hearts always, Your loving daughter, Sue and grandchildren Oscar and Lyla.
GARNER, Ken. Much loved brother-in-law and uncle to Dave, Pat (dec.) and families. A heart of gold and infectious laughter will be fondly remembered. Page 24 - Times-Spectator, Tuesday, 5 October, 2021
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GARNER, Ken. Or fondly called KG. A wonderful friend always ready to give a helping hand, share a laugh and have fun with, great times shared with music, fishing and fun at Mallacoota and farming at Montgomery. - The Mowat family GARNER, Ken. Farewell Ken. Esteemed and valued Life Member of the Sale Bowls Club. You will be missed. Rest In Peace.
GARNER, Ken. The Members of the Sale City Band are saddened by the passing of long-time and esteemed member Ken. Ken was a builder. He built the band hall; he built the band by inviting young players to join; he built positive relationships with all those he came into contact with. And he made us laugh. He will be sadly missed by his fellow band members. Our sincere condolences to the Garner family. JOHNSON (nee Mahoney) Mary Emmett 24/9/1934 - 27/9/2021 Late of Ashleigh House, Sale. Loved wife of William (Jim, dec.). Much loved mother of Mark (dec.) and Shane. Loved mother-in-law of Robyn. Much loved Nana of Stuart and Alicia, Kirsten and Simon. Great grandmother of six. Sister of Lorraine (dec.), Edward, Audrey (dec.), Francis, Ernest (dec.) and Marjorie. Now at rest, reunited with Mark and Jim. JONES, Kenneth Francis 10/12/1949 - 24/9/2021 Passed away peacefully at Ashleigh House, Sale. Aged 71 years. Loved husband of Carolyn. Adored father of Tina, Linda and Donna. Father-in-law of Mark and Gareth. Cherished grandfather of Talita, Daniel, Josh, Kyle, Hannah, Justin, Caleb, Shelby, Natasha, Chelsea, Jordan and Savannah. Great grandfather to Aviana. Brother of Graham, Jennifer and Bev. Resting Peacefully MESARIC (Stoddart), Catherine Patricia (Cathy). Passed away peacefully at Maryvale Private Hospital, Morwell on September 26, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. Aged 68 years. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Justine and Alex, Francis and Rebecca. Adored Grandma to Alastair and Zoe. Daughter of the late Gordon and Patricia Stoddart. Loved sister of Shirley, Bernie, Sue, Jackie, Mary, Simon, and James, and their families. Former wife of Frank.
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MILDENHALL, Darryl George. 13/5/1942 - 1/10/2021. Passed away at the Sale Hospital. Dearly loved and loving husband of Val. Adored and loving brother of Deidre. Loving son of George and Edie Mildenhall (Dec.). Much loved Uncle Darryl (Dazza) to his nieces, nephews, great Nieces and Nephews, great great nieces and nephews. Thank you for 51 wonderful years together. "Togetherness was our motto" You fought to stay a little longer but now your struggle is over. LOVE NEVER GROWS OLD. Till we meet again -Val He will be sadly missed by all his friends "GO SAINTS"
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MILDENHALL, Darryl. Husband of Val. Dear Pensioner, You fought your battles to the end with courage and dignity. One less at the table. Loved uncle and friend of Lois, Gayle and Wayne (dec.), Robert, Narelle, Jordyn, Caleb and Dawson. MILDENHALL, Darryl George. Passed away peacefully with his loved ones by his side. You gave your all and did your best for your community over the years. Thanks Darryl for your friendship over the years. Deepest Sympathy to Val and Deidre, Ben and Laurel Davies and Family.
MILDENHALL, Darryl George. Aged 79. Dearly loved and loving brother of Deidre. Loved Uncle Dazza of Jason (Dec.), Troy, Nicole and Families. I will cherish the precious memories of all the good times we shared, Rest peacefully now, no more suffering. I will miss you very much. Love Deidre
MILDENHALL, Darryl George 201V3 District Governor Lion Steve Boyce, President Lion Paul Wager and the Members of The Lions Club of Stratford Mourn the passing of our life member Lion Darryl. Our sincere Sympathy to Lions Lady Val and Darryl's MILDENHALL, Darryl. sister Deidre. Son-in-law of Clive and Rest in Peace Lion Darryl. Olive Grant (Dec.). Fond brother-in-law of MILDENHALL, Joyce and Bob Russell Darryl George (Dec.), John and Val The Members of The Grant (Dec.), Ned (Dec) Stratford Mechanics Hall and Wilma, Les (Dec.) Committee Regret the and Aileen, Lorna Bailey, passing of Past President Allen Grant (Dec.) and Darryl Lois, Jim and Pauline A well respected Grant, Pat Jeffrey, Jenny c o m m i t t e e member. and Mick Hawryluk. Resting now after many years of service, will be MILDENHALL, Darryl. sadly missed by all. Loved brother-in-law of Deepest Condolences to Jenny and Mick Hawryluk. Val and Deidre. Fond Uncle of Kim, Craig, and Grant. Great Uncle of Olivia and Tom. Dazza you fought a battle for MILDENHALL, Darryl. many years, but it finally Stratford Fire Brigade caught up with you. We L a d i e s Auxiliary will always remember the appreciate all that Darryl great times we had with did to help them over the you along the way and years. He was always that is something we will willing to assist, support cherish. We will look after and even perform in our Val for you. We hope little concerts. A good there are plenty of great friend to us all. He will be fishing spots for you to sadly missed. find on your next journey. Our deepest sympathy to "GO SAINTS" Val, Deidre and families. MILDENHALL, Darryl. Darryl, You were an inspiration to us all as you battled through your final years. You never complained, never crumbled, just got on with it! You are now at peace but that does not take away our sadness! RIP you will be missed but never forgotten! Wendy, Greg, Hayley and Jeremy.
MILDENHALL, Darryl. The Stratford Fire Brigade is saddened to hear of the passing of our loyal member Darryl. A brigade member for over 60 years, Daryl is a former captain and life member of the Stratford Fire Brigade. MILDENHALL, Darryl. The Stratford Fire Brigade Uncle Dazza, their deepest Hope you are resting send easy, trying to catch the condolences to Darryl's big one that got away. All family. our thoughts to Val and Deidre. All our love. Natalie, Simon, Callum, Haarmoni, Braden, Jade and Paige. MILDENHALL, Darryl. Brother-in-law of Jim and Pauline. Uncle of Darren, Lisa and their families. Gone but not forgotten. Rest in peace. MILDENHALL, Darryl. Loved brother-in-law of Lorna. Uncle of Don, Sue, Pam, David (dec.), Greg, Lindsay, Tracey and families. Our thoughts are with Val at this time. MILDENHALL, Darryl. Passed away October 1, 2021. Loved brother-in-law of Pat. Fond uncle of Jamie, Lynne, Annie and Terry, and families. Peace at last after much suffering and pain.
MILDENHALL, Darryl. Treasured friend of Rod and Kelly Lett. Special uncle Dazza of Jackson. Wonderful memories over the years of fishing trips. Especaially to our beloved 'Bemm' and the action out in Bobs Bay. You were my Lions 'sponsor' with great memories and your 'little black book' at meetings and stirring you up about your beloved Saints. Another of this worlds gentleman gone on to the next . Deepest sympathy to Val, Deidre and family.
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MILDENHALL, Darryl. We will always remember the fun times we shared with Darryl, especially with the Stratford Fire Brigade Junior running teams. Our deepest sympathy to Val, Deidre and families. Love Ann, Graham, Kim and Rick.
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RAVEN (nee Hanratty), Teresa. Born 9/2/1962 - Died 1/10/2021 Beloved mother of James STEPHENS, and Nana to Sienna. Adored member of the Graeme Henry 'Stevo' Hanratty family. Gone but never forgotten ♥ 16/11/1945 - 26/09/2021 Slipped away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loved ones. Devoted husband to Wendy for 51 RAVEN, (Hanratty). years. Teresa. Much loved sister of Adored father of Kylie, Lesley, and Dennis and sister-in-law Tracey, Belinda (dec.). of Raelene. Cherished Aunt of Gerard, Father-in-law to Jeff, Sarah, Aimee, Luke, Lionel and Nick. Very Grace, Claire, Jacob, their special Pa to Chris (and his partner Emma), Shani, partners and children. Kane, Matt (and his partner Josie), Jackson, My dear Teresa, You have been a terrific Maddison (dec.), Mason, sister to me, I couldn't Lani, Ethan, Blake, and have asked for better. You Imogen. fought so hard to stay Great grandad-to-be to a here. You w e r e special little girl when she inspirational and showed arrives at Christmas. everyone how precious life is. You will be sadly Much loved son of Bill and Reina Stephens (both missed. Your loving brother dec.). Beloved brother of June, Dennis. Betty (dec.), Robert My sponsor (godmother) (dec.), and Susan. Brother-in-law to Len Teresa. There is a void in my life (dec.), Bill (dec.), Rose (dec.) and Jim. that can never be filled. You have always been a great support to me and My darling, where do I our children. I am grateful start? A quiet, gentle, and that you are now at loving man with a heart of peace; but I will miss you gold and a quirky sense of humour. You were loved dearly. Forever in my heart, and respected by all who knew you. You stole my Raelene heart the first time we met, and I have been blessed to have over 50 wonderful years with you, with so many happy memories to treasure. The beautiful family we have gave us the strength to RAVEN, Teresa. get through your illness, Sister of Kevin and sister- and you fought so hard to in-law of Pauline. Aunty of stay. A wonderful father Daniel, Brent and Deneal and Pa who gently guided and their families. Taken our family down the right too soon, always loved path in life. My adored and remembered. husband, soul mate and very best friend - your love has given me the ability to carry on, but there is now a hole in my heart that cannot be filled. Rest peacefully my love. Forever, Wen My beautiful Dad, You were a man of values, a strong and caring dad. You were my childhood hero, my tower of strength - you have made me who I am today. I am honoured to be your daughter, and I will be forever grateful to have had such a caring, supportive, and loving dad with the best sense of humour. I have countless father and daughter memories that I will keep in my heart forever. You are loved beyond words and will be missed beyond measure. Rest in peace Dad. Love always and forever, - Kylie We love you Pa, more than words can say, a growing love from day to day. From childhood to young adults, you were always there to guide us. A happy smile, a heart of gold, a special Pa so kind and true - what beautiful memories we have of you. Love and miss you Pa, - Chris, Shani, and Kane Dixon A loving, caring supportive dad, father-in-law, and Pa. One of nature's true gentlemen. Life will never be the same without you in it. You will be forever in our hearts. Love Always and forever, Kylie, Jeff, Chris, Shani, Kane and Emma.
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STEPHENS, Graeme Henry. Dad, Words could never express the sadness I feel today. Ever since I was a little girl, you have protected and loved me. One of my greatest gifts in life has been to have you as my dad. I could always count on you to be there for me no matter what. Your smiling face, open arms and gentle soul will forever warm my heart. It broke my heart to lose you, as I know you fought so hard to stay here with us. Your courage and strength was inspiring. It was an honour and a privilege to have had you as my dad. I will be forever grateful for all your words of advice, love and wisdom, and of course your wicked sense of humour. I will remember and cherish all our time together forever and all the wonderful memories will fill my heart for a lifetime. To know you was to love you. Rest peacefully Dad. Loving you always, Tracey. We will always remember your beautiful smile, caring heart, warm embrace, and your constant devotion to your family. You fought so hard to stay with us. Even when things got hard, you didn't give up. We wished for that miracle, but now we realise that miracle was having you. We are so honoured and proud to have had you in our lives. Thank you for a lifetime of precious memories, and for your love, kindness, help and encouragement. You are so special and loved so very much. We will treasure every moment we have had with you. You were the best example of what a man should be. Loved, adored and respected forever, Tracey, Lionel, Matt, Jackson, our angel Maddison, Mason and Josie. If tears could build a stairway, and memories a lane, I would walk right up to heaven and bring you back again. My heart still aches with sadness, and secret tears still flow. I am missing you in ways that words can't even describe. Knowing you're at peace now dad helps to ease the pain. Your ever-loving daughter Lesley. Dad, you left a legacy like no one else could. An adored Dad, father-in-law and cherished Pa. The unconditional love, guidance and support you have always given to Nick, Lani, Ethan, Blake, Imogen and myself will always be treasured. We will hold all those beautiful memories in our hearts forever. Rest easy now, Dad, until we meet again. To all the people at palliative care, Michelle Brady, Dr Nicola Fenner, and to all our wonderful friends who have given such wonderful support to Graeme throughout his illness - you're all special people and I'm eternally grateful for the support you have given us. - Wendy Stephens.
WILLIS, Peter, Andrew. 08/12/1961 - 28/09/2021 Loved son of Betty and Robert (dec.). Brother to Robert and Jenny, brother-in-law of Russell. R.I.P Fish
