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CALDWELL, James. Passed away on Monday, 27 December 2021. Much loved husband of Maureen. Dearly loved father and protector of Janet, William (dec.), James (dec.), Alison and Andrew. Grandfather of Daniel and Angus. Older brother of John. Reunited with loved ones Cherished memories in our hearts forever CALDWELL, Jim. Passed away 27 December 2021. Forever in our hearts, Gone but not forgotten. Out of our many memories, Gathered along life's way, None are more dearly treasured, Than you and our yesterdays. Maureen. There are lots of Dads in this world we know, But you were our Dad and we loved you so, So treasure him Lord in your garden of rest, For while on earth, he was the best. Janet, Alison and Daniel.
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DYKES Gavin. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Cath and Ken McMeeken. Fond uncle of Steven, Diane and Glenn. Great uncle of Riley and Claire. Those special years cannot return when we were all together, but in our hearts held by love, will walk with us forever. Loved and remembered always HACKETT (Smith), Monica. It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Monica on 28 December 2021 at Latrobe Regional Hospital, Traralgon after a short illness. Born on 19 January 1927, Monica was the daughter of Michael and Daisy May Smith and the wife of Desmond Hackett (all dec.). She was mother of Bernard (dec.), John and Mary and mother-in-law of Margaret and Vivien, who, with Anne and Richard, are mourning her passing. She was the beloved Garmie to her eight grandchildren and their partners, Leanne, Chris, Catherine, Darren, Stephen, Marcela, and Michelle, Lorcan, Joanne, Jessica, Rebecca, Andrew, and Joshua, and her great grandchildren Tayla, Jack, Aiden, Grace, Amelie, Ellyn and James, Flynn, Ana, Sam and Kira. We shall miss our Garmie and wish her peace
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NICOLA (Blake), Betty. Passed away peacefully at Traralgon Aged Care on Monday, 3 January 2022. Aged 94 years Beloved wife of Louis (dec.). Loving mother of Eleni, Nikki, Tina, Michael, George and Peter, and Ronnie, Murray and Joey. Cherished Nanna to her many grand and great grandchildren. In our hearts you will stay, Loved and remembered every day. For Service details please see our website: latrobevalley funerals.com.au MOE-MORWELL-TRARALGON MOE 5126 1111 Place your tribute on latrobevalleyfunerals.com.au
PONITZ, Arno. Passed away peacefully on 2 January 2022 at his home in Moe. Aged 82 years Dearly loved and loving husband of Veronica for 53 years. Much loved Papi of Eva and adored Opi to Sienna and Dante. Rest in peace until we meet again
SABRINSKAS, Romas ("Spring", "Binska"). Passed away Saturday, 25 December 2021, after a long illness. Son of Antanas and Zofija HOOD, Cherie Marie. (both dec.). Brother of Passed away peacefully Violeta (dec.) and Algis. at West Gippsland Hospital Finally At Rest Warragul on 22 December 2021. Aged 43 years STEPHENS, William. Loved and loving mother Passed away Saturday, of Ebony, Mariah, Lloyd, 1 January 2022. Ryan, Jayden, and Jayde. Loved and loving husband Loved daughter of Lloyd of "Sues". Father of Rod and Evelyn (dec.) and and Anne, Tracey and step-daughter of Christine. Tiger, Nicole and Daniel. Sister to Steven (dec.), Much loved "Poppy Bill" Bronwyn, Troy, Lee, Jarrad and "Great Poppy Bill" to and Narelle. all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Free From Pain HOOD, Leonard Ivan. At rest with his "Hoody" beloved dogs Of Lakes Entrance, formerly of Morwell. Passed away peacefully on Christmas Day THORNTON, Kathleen. surrounded by his family. Passed away Saturday, At only 72, Len left us far 25 December 2021. Fond aunt of Louise, Rod, too soon. Much loved father of Greg, Noel, Allie, Simon, Nicholas, Cindy, Melissa Jason. Adored son of Mayse and Kate. Loving sister of Margaret and Harold (both (dec.) and Tom (dec.). Brother of Joan, Yvonne dec.), Neil and Yvonne (dec.), Gary (dec.) and (dec.), and Roslyn (dec.). Great aunt to 17 nieces Lynette (dec.). and nephews. Uncle to Brendan. A life that touched others Forever Missed goes on forever A special aunt to Greg and Sheryl, Jayden, KELLY, Robert Francis. Helen, Scarlett and Angus, "Bob" Travis, and Ebony. Passed away peacefully She coloured the world with family by his side at with her craft, her garden Lewington House Omeo, and her love. Wednesday, 29 December Loved and remembered 2021. always Aged 76 years Loved and adored husband of Gayle. Loving dad of Rachael and Laurie, Megan and Simone. Fun loving Poppy Bob to Ella, Jake and Tobi, Declan and Tarra and Leticia. Forever in our hearts
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WOLD, Neil Christopher. (Perth WA). Aged 65 years It is with heavy and sad hearts we advise that our beloved Neil passed away peacefully on Boxing Day. Husband/soul mate and best friend of Gail for 45 years. "How do I love thee, Let me count the ways." ... My heart and soul longs for what my eyes cannot see and what my hands cannot grasp. A lifetime of memories, Always and forever in my heart, And by my side. Until we meet again my love. Adored father to Ellie and Maddi. You were always there for us with helping hands and words of wisdom. You had the biggest heart and taught us passion. You were our 'Superman'. Jeg Elsker Deg Absolutely adored and much loved Grandfather to Poppy, aged 4. When Poppy came into this world he said his life was complete, being a Grandfather and Bestefar. May the Angels take care of your beautiful Soul
WOLD, Neil Christopher. 7/1/1956 - 26/12/2021. In Perth. Loved and cherished brother of Karin and Barry, and their partners. Fond uncle of Anthony and Mellissa, great uncle of Tileah, Blake, Demaly and Jaybian. Sadly Missed
WOLD, Neil. It's been a privilege to have had you in our lives. You've been a great friend and will be sadly missed by your Instro mates. Tony, Walshey, Ris, Sheeks, Jerker, Nicko and Jimmy. R.I.P. mate.
Funerals
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Funerals
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HOOD. The Funeral Service for Cherie Marie Hood will be held at Latrobe Valley Funeral services Chapel, 6 Ollerton Avenue Moe TODAY (Wednesday, 5 January 2022) commencing at 1.30pm. The Funeral will leave at the conclusion of the Service for the Moe Cemetery. To view the livestream visit: latrobevalley funerals.com.au and go to livestreaming. MOE-MORWELL-TRARALGON MOE 5126 1111 Place your tribute on latrobevalleyfunerals.com.au
In Memoriam
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BROWN, Barry. 6/1/2012. Ten years since we said goodbye, shall never lose the memories. Your laugh, the love we had. Love Phyllis and family.
BROWN, Barry. 6/1/2012. How can it be 10 years since we said goodbye. It seems like yesterday we saw your smiling face. You will never be forgotten and always loved. Heather, Phil, Chris, Han, Tilly, Toby, Steve, Megan and Ava.
DEMARTIN, Paul. 15 years have passed but you are always in our thoughts and forever in KELLY. our hearts. Requiem Mass for the R.I.P. Love you Repose of the Soul of the Mum, Joanne, Angela, late Mr Robert Kelly of Michael and families. Omeo will be offered at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Omeo, THURSDAY (6 January GRIEPSMA, Auke Hank. 2022) at 1pm. 23/7/1941 - 6/1/1997. At the conclusion of Mass Age shall not weary you the cortege will proceed to nor the years condemn. the Omeo Cemetery. We love you now as we Bring your Bob Kelly Whip loved you then. to 'whipcrack' a farewell to Always missed Bob at the Omeo Cemetery. Julie, Kathryn and Deirdre. Bob's request was for neat casual dress at his Funeral. PETER MURRAY FUNERALS JACKSON, Eddy. 7/3/1953 - 5/1/2020. East Gippsland Ph 5152 4596 Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day. Your family still miss you terribly. PONITZ. The Funeral Service for Mr Arno Ponitz will be held at Latrobe Valley Bereavement Funeral Services Chapel, Thanks 6 Ollerton Avenue Moe on TUESDAY (11 January 2022) commencing at 11.30am. CANN, Greg. The Funeral will leave at Jan, Bruce, Connor, Tiah, the conclusion of the Linda and Glen, we wish Service for the Moe to express our sincere Cemetery. thanks to all who attended Arno's service will be Greg's Funeral Service or livestreamed, to view the livestreamed, sent tributes livestream visit: via LV Funeral website latrobevalley and Facebook, beautiful funerals.com.au flowers, cards and all the and go to livestreaming. love and support received. Please accept this as our personal thanks on the MOE-MORWELL-TRARALGON sudden loss of our much MOE 5126 1111 loved son, father and Place your tribute on brother.
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CALDWELL. The Funeral Service and Committal for Cremation of Mr James Caldwell will be held at Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel, 437A Princes Drive, Morwell on FRIDAY (7 January 2021) commencing at 10.30am. MOE-MORWELL-TRARALGON MORWELL 5134 4937 Place your tribute on latrobevalleyfunerals.com.au
HACKETT. Requiem Mass for the Repose of the Soul for Mrs Monica Hackett will be offered at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Commercial Road Morwell on FRIDAY (7 January 2022) commencing at 1.30pm. The Funeral will leave at the conclusion of Mass for the Hazelwood Cemetery. MOE-MORWELL-TRARALGON MORWELL 5134 4937 Place your tribute on latrobevalleyfunerals.com.au
HOOD. A Funeral Service for Mr Leonard Hood of Lakes Entrance will leave Lakes Entrance Baptist Church on WEDNESDAY (12 January 2022) after a service commencing at 2pm for the Lakes Entrance Cemetery. Peter Murray Funerals East Gippsland Ph 5152 4596
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SABRINSKAS. A Graveside Service to Commemorate the life of Mr Romas Sabrinskas will be held at the Moe Cemetery on MONDAY PENFOLD, Barry. (10 January 2022) comm- 31 December. PENFOLD, Jamie. encing at 2pm. 3 January. Happy Birthday to you both. Dad is with you now, MOE-MORWELL-TRARALGON look after him. Love you MOE 5126 1111 all eternally. Mum and Place your tribute on latrobevalleyfunerals.com.au sisters XXXOOO.
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STEPHENS. The Funeral Service of Mr William Stephens will be 31/12/1956 held at Latrobe Valley Funeral services Chapel, CURTIS 6 Ollerton Ave, Moe on MONDAY (10 January 2022, commencing at Colin, n 1.30pm. Your birthday is Following the Service, the remembered and Funeral will leave for the quietly kept Erica Cemetery. MOE-MORWELL-TRARALGON MOE 5126 1111 Place your tribute on latrobevalleyfunerals.com.au
THORNTON. A Memorial Service to Commemorate the life of Kathleen Thornton will be held at St Mary's Anglican Church, Latrobe Road, Morwell on MONDAY (10 January 2022) commencing at 11.15am.
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