Obituaries

STRAUCH, Syd 15/12/1953 – 5/3/2022 Died peacefully surrounded by family. The essence of Syd was one of service, humility and humour. Syd will be remembered as an inspiring and passionate teacher, always ready with a witty one liner. We are forever grateful that he met and held his grandchildren; Jack Sydney and Lucy Grace. Will…

(nee Sampson) Passed away peacefully at home with family by her side. Much loved wife of Peter. Adored mother of Jake. Keep on rollercoasting. Rest in peace. Relatives and friends of Linda Margaret Johnson are invited to attend her Funeral Service to be held at the East Geelong Uniting Church, 124 Boundary Road, East Geelong…

CHIRNSIDE (nee Simmons) Anna Passed away peacefully at home with her family on Friday 25th February 2022. Aged 88 years. Loved and loving wife of Russell (dec) Adored mother of Simon, Gordon and George and so loved by her daughter-in-laws, Robbie, Zissi and Serena. Treasured and devoted grandmother of Alex and James, Sam, Penny and…

HICKEY, Erica Jennifer “Jenny” Passed away peacefully on 17 March 2022. Loving mother and mother-in-law to Craig, Kenneth and Sarah, and Bernard. Sister of Alex, Frank, Margaret (dec) and Russell (dec). May the sun always shine in your name. Love You Mum. To be an online guest at Jenny’s funeral service, please visit https://vimeo.com/690316578/4e6f03ffbf

Passed away peacefully, with great strength and dignity. Much loved wife of Ivo. Adored mother of Danny & Rebecca; and Karmen & Slavko (dec). Proud Oma of Hugo & Oscar; and Johnny and David. Rest in peace, to the most generous, caring and thoughtful soul. Funeral Prayers for Heather (Hedvika) Paic will be offered at…

Alistair Hope 6 May 1932 – 23 February 2022 Formerly of “Darriwill North”, Moorabool. Loved husband of Ellen. Loved father of John, Kate and Peter. Loved father in law of Belinda and Sarah Loving grandfather of Sarah, Will, Angus, Emily, James, Chloe, Georgie, Eliza, Skye and Toby. To be an online guest at Alistair’s funeral…

In loving memory of Michael Howie who sadly passed away on 9th December 2021. Much loved friend of Tsehay. Tsehay would like to invite you to the funeral service for Michael (Michael Christopher Howie), on Thursday the 17th of February at 11:00am at Flinders Memorial Park (otherwise known as the Lara Cemetery) located at 155…

Joy passed away peacefully, after a short illness. A loving aunt of Jim & Janine, Mark & Rosie, Kathy & Mick, and their children. Long time friend and companion of Josie Marie Delage. Forever in our hearts. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Graveside Service for Joy, to be held at the Geelong…

In loving memory of John Richard Tonkin who sadly passed away at home in Ocean grove on 10th February 2022, Aged 70. Very loved son of John (Snr) and Joan Brother to Carolyn (dec) and David (dec) Brother in law to Fedo Partner to Helen Dedicated and very loved dad of Kristy and Melanie Great…

Much loved husband of Betty. Cherished and adored father and father-in-law of Gillian & David; Fiona & Robert. Proud Grandad of Ben, Emily, Madison, Sam and Meg. You had a smile for everyone. You were a gentleman and friend to so many. We will miss you deeply. Now at peace. Relatives and friends of John…