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Mavis June Park
GREENE. Elizabeth Helen.
6-1-1947 – 29-9-2026
Beloved wife of Michael. Much loved and loving mother and mother in law of Sophie and Christy, Simon and Anna and Jane and Paul. Granny of Harry, Emily, Hunter, Amelia, McKenzie and Fletcher. A service to celebrate the life of Elizabeth will be held at St. Marks Church, 20 Green St, Elmhurst on FRIDAY (Oct 9) commencing at 2:00pm. A committal will follow at the Elmhurst Cemetery.
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SCHULZ Elizabeth Anne (Bette)
22-9-1930 – 30-9-2026
Beloved wife of Max (dec). Much loved mother of Terry, Judi and Jacq and mother-in-law of Dale. Much loved Grandmother of Penny, Aaron, Kym, Aiden and Jake and their partners. Great grandmother of James, William, Grace, Alyssa, Coen, Flynn, Jasper, Lottie and Tom Sincere thanks to the staff of Garden View for their kind and considerate care of Mum. Rest in Peace. Family and friends are invited to attend a service to celebrate the life of Bette Schulz at John Dunn Memorial Chapel, 9 Campbell Street Ararat on FRIDAY (Oct 9) commencing at 11:00am. A committal will follow at the Ararat Cemetery.
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CULLING (nee Callahan). Kathleen Vera.
16-4-1938 – 26-9-2026
Beloved wife of the late Tasman. Adored mother of Richard, Karen and Brett, Harold (dec), Suzanne and Dave. Nan and Grandma of Karttik, Chanelle, Joseph (dec), Alice and Murray. Great Nan of Addaline, Darci and John Harold. At Kath’s request her family invite all those who wish to gather to celebrate her life at Ararat Velodrome on THURSDAY (Oct 8) at 3:30pm.
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WILLIAMS. Pamela Irene.
24-1-1939 – 25-9-2026
Loved mother of Ian (dec), David (dec) and Fiona. Wife of Tige (dec). Mother in Law of Scott and Grandmother of Rex. Private burial at Crowlands cemetery.
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McLENNAN. Murray Angus.
2-1-1954 – 21-9-2026
Beloved husband of Erika. Much loved father of Robert, Kelly, Mark and Iain. Father-in-law of Ann-Maree. Grandpa of Charlotte, Ashton, Annabelle and Maddison.
A funeral service for Murray will be held at John Dunn Memorial Chapel, 9 Campbell St Ararat on FRIDAY (Oct 2) commencing at 1:00pm. A private cremation will follow.
Mavis June Park
RICHARDS. Bruce Anthony.
9-3-1966 – 17-9-2026
Son of Brian and Rhonda. Father of Christopher, Steven, Taylor, Breanna, Candice, Emily and Brittany (dec). A graveside service for Bruce will be held at Ararat Cemetery on FRIDAY (Oct 2) commencing at 11:00am.
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SPARKS. Prudence Cecily
26-11-1943 – 19-9-2026
Passed away at Ararat Hospital. Dearly missed wife of David. Wonderful mother of Dominique, Kathryn and Paul. Grandmother (Nan) of Archie, Dany, and Jasmine
Henry, Freyer and Ollie, Percey and Augie. You will always be with us Prue. Private cremation.
Mavis June Park
NAYLOR. John Graeme.
11-6-1945 – 20-9-2026
Passed away peacefully at Geelong Hospital. Dearly loved husband of Rae, loved father of David and Kim, father-in-law of Donna and Paul, proud pop of Carly, Megan, Melissa, Jarred and Maddison, loved Pop John of great grandchildren Myla, Mason, Leyton, Stella, Rafferty, Daisy, Louis and Fletcher.
Forever in our hearts. Go Pies!
A graveside service to celebrate the life of John will be held at Ararat Lawn Cemetery at 3pm on THURSDAY (Oct 1) commencing at 3:00pm.
Mavis June Park
O’RORKE. Brian James.
Loved Son of the late Leo & Janet O’Rorke of Lake Bolac. Loved Brother of Peter (dec), Julie, Carmel and their Families. Partner of the late Tom Spittal.
Rest In Peace. A graveside service for Brian will be held in Lake Bolac Cemetery on THURSDAY (Oct 1) commencing at 1:00pm.
Mavis June Park

CROFT. LORNA LOUISA
9-12-1934 – 11-9-2026
Passed away at Beaufort Nursing Home. Dearly Loved Aunt of Helen, Dianne, Pamela and Mitchell, Wayne and Barbara. Great Aunt of David; Chloe and Michael,
Heidi; James and Aaron. Great, Great Aunt of Jacob, Ebony(dec), Mason; Hugo and Flynn. Loved Daughter and Sister of William and Winifred; Kenneth, Ron and Heather (All Dec). A funeral service for Lorna will be held at St. Andrews Uniting Church, Barkly St, Ararat on THURSDAY (Oct 1) commencing at 11:00am. A committal will follow in the Elmhurst Cemetery.

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THOMAS. Edith Isobel (nee) Perkins.
10-05-1938 – 23-09-2026
Loved and Loving wife of Harold. Loving Mother of Keith, Bruce and Skye. Mother-in-Law of, Colleen (dec) and Richard. Friend of Monica and Anna. Nan of Chloe and Zac. Great Grand Mother of Louie, Amelia, and Sullivan. Died peacefully with her family around her. A life spent caring for others.
As she wished a Private immediate family gathering. Service and Cremation held 30-09-2026.
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MCINERNEY (nee PEARCE). Florence Emily
11-8-1926 – 16-9-2026
Passed away peacefully at ‘Karingal’, Seymour. Aged 100 years. Loving wife of Ivan (dec).
Dearly loved mother of Neil (dec) and Darryl. Cherished mother-in-law of Cathy. Loved by Cindy.
Treasured Gran of Ashley; Brooke and Sean; Emily and Lauren. Great Gran to Darcy Mae; Patrick, Alice and Audrey. Generous, compassionate and community-minded, Florence was a friend of many. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. A memorial service celebrating Florence’s life will be conducted on WEDNESDAY (Sept 30) at John Dunn Chapel, 9 Campbell Street Ararat commencing at 2:00pm. A private burial will precede.
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CAMERON. Elizabeth Ann.
1-7-1949 – 3-9-2026
Beloved wife of Denis (dec). Much loved mother of Scott and Dallas. Mother-in-law of Glennis. Nan of Rori, Darcy, Joss and Ruby. A memorial service for Elizabeth Cameron will be held at Lake Bolac Golf Club, Complex Rd, Lake Bolac on THURSDAY (Sept 24) commencing at 2:00pm. A private committal will precede.
Mavis June Park
SMITH. Barry William (Bazza)
30-9-1944 – 16-9-2026
Beloved husband of Rhonda. Much loved and loving father of Phillip and Donna. Father-in-law of Wendy. Pop of 6 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. A funeral service for Barry will be held in John Dunn Memorial Chapel on WEDNESDAY (Sept 23) commencing at 2:00pm. A committal will follow in the Ararat Cemetery.
Mavis June Park
HUTCHINS. Gordon Charles Arthur.
2-9-1947 – 10-9-2026
Beloved husband of Marlene (dec). Much loved father of Raymond, Terence (dec), Gordon and Rosslin. Father-in-law of Tamar, Christine, Pam and George. Poppy of 6. Brother of Tony, George (dec), Donald, Mavis, Julie (dec) and Christopher. A funeral service for Gordon Hutchins will be held in John Dunn Memorial Chapel, 9 Campbell St, Ararat on WEDNESDAY (Sept 23) commencing at 11:00am. A private cremation will follow.
Mavis June Park
MORAN. Coral Dawn.
9-9-1944 – 11-9-2026
Daughter of Charles and Mary deClercq (both dec). Beloved wife of Mick (dec). Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Luke and Nicole, Rod and Chrissie, Sarah and Pat, Jill and Rob (dec). Grandma of Charlie, Sean, April, Corey, Natalie, Emily, Jessica, Ivy and James. Great grandma of Tilli and Maisi. And special family member for Aaron and Tash, Ash, Jordi and Remi, Georgie and Lani, and Carly. A memorial service for Coral Moran will be held in Alexandra Gardens Ararat on TUESDAY (Sept 22) commencing at 2:00pm. A private cremation will precede.
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SCOTT. Graeme Lindsay.
Of Wickliffe. Late son of Olive (dec.) and Burns (dec.) of Ararat. A graveside service for Graeme will be held at Mt.Cole Cemetery on MONDAY (Sept 21) commencing at 11:00am.
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PRICE. Donald Bernard.
13-9-1930 – 7-9-2026
Beloved husband of Mavis (dec). Much loved father and father-in-law of Gary (dec), Annette, Phillip, Malcom and Alison, Craig and Penny. Adored grandfather and great grandfather. A memorial service for Donald Price will be held at John Dunns Memorial Chapel, 9 Campbell St, Ararat on MONDAY (Sept 14) commencing at 1:00pm. A committal will precede in Elmhurst Cemetery at 11:00am.
LITTLE. Keith Edward.
7-10-1930 – 17-8-2026
Loved son of Ted and Molly Little (both dec). Adored brother of Joan Ord (nee Little) and Bob Little (both dec). Loved uncle of Wayne, Ray (both dec), Kerrie Ord and Diane Decker and families.“Que sera, sera. Whatever will be, will be.” A memorial service will be held at Ararat RSL on WEDNESDAY (October 7th) at 11:30am.
Mavis June Park
HUNTER. Glenn Raymond.
19-12-1963 – 1-9-2026
Beloved husband of Bronwyn. Much loved and loving father and father-in-law of Cheri and Shaun, Shaun and Ant, Jayden and Joan, Brodie and Georgia and Aaron. Pippy of Delta, Charlee, Tyga, Raffy, Tate and Halle. “It’s time to hand over your keys Dad, your watch has ended.” A funeral service for Glenn will be held at John Dunn Memorial Chapel, 9 Campbell St Ararat on THURSDAY (Sept 10) commencing at 11:00am. A private cremation will follow. Please dress casually.
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McMASTER. Leo Francis.
5-12-1937 – 18-8-2026
Beloved husband of the late Helene. Much loved father of Mari-Anne, Donna-Marie, Patrick and Damien. Father-in-law of Paul and Kerri. Pa of 9 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. A funeral service for Leo McMaster will be held in Lake Bolac Golf Club, Complex Rd, Lake Bolac on FRIDAY (Sept 11) commencing at 2:00pm. A committal will follow in the Lake Bolac Cemetery.
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HELLYER. Joyce
19-9-1924 – 24-8-2026
Passed away peacefully in her 101st year with her loving family around her. Dearly loved wife of Richard “Dick” (Dec). Much loved and loving Mum, Nan and Great Nan of Barb, Gavin, Aurora, Tracy and Mark. Nan of Carly, Shane, Ashlan and Mick, Rearne and Col, Lachlan, Cale, May, Gretchen, Jacob and Ella. Great Nan to Reggie, Billy, Harry, Jimmy, Nellie, Max, Elsie, Archie and Noah.
Too dearly loved to ever be forgotten. A funeral service for Joyce will be held at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 32 View- Point St, Ararat on MONDAY (Aug 31) commencing at 11:00am. A committal will follow in the Ararat Cemetery.
Mavis June Park
TYLER, Shannon “Shay” (née Ford) — Passed away peacefully at Ararat Hospital on 20 August 2026, aged 74 years. Dearly loved wife of David. Loved mother of Tristan and Justine. Aunt to Ingrid and Heidi. A celebration of Shay’s life will be held at Moyston Community Hall on Saturday, 12 September 2026, commencing at 11am. MC David Nicholson. All welcome.
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HUSTLER. Olive Margaret.
11-4-1938 – 20-8-2026
Beloved wife of Neville (dec). Much loved and loving mother and mother-in-law of Elizabeth (dec), Sharon and Michael and Brendon and Maree. Nan of 6 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. A funeral service for Olive will be held at John Dunn Memorial Chapel, 9 Campbell St, Ararat on TUESDAY (Sept 1) commencing at 11:00am. A committal will follow in the Ararat Cemetery.
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ETTWELL, Maureen Rosemary.
1-7-1934 – 17-8-2026
Beloved wife of the late George. Much loved and loving mother and mother in law of Sally and Stuart, Jane and Peter (dec). Nan of Whitney, Samantha, Rebecca, Daniel and their partners. Granny of Marley and Hayden.
“Forever In Our Hearts.”
A funeral service for Maureen will be held at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 32 View- Point St, Ararat on TUESDAY (Aug 25) commencing at 11:00am. A committal will follow in the Ararat Cemetery.

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GRAHAM. Robert Gordon.
26.11.1949 – 14.8.2026
Beloved husband of Margaret. Much loved and loving father of Melissa, Scott & Nicole. Loved father-in-law of Emma, Jared & Adam. Adored Pop of Jesse, Isla, Ella, Annabel, Paddy, Matilda & Madeleine. Will be dearly missed, forever loved and always in our hearts. All out for 76, after a sensational innings.
A memorial service for Robert will be held at the Alexandra Oval Community Centre, Waratah St, Ararat on FRIDAY (Aug 21) commencing at 1:30pm. A private burial will precede.
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COOMBE. Russell John “Cookie”.
2-8-1950 – 7-8-2026
Formerly of Wickliffe. Passed after a long illness. Beloved husband of Edith. A graveside service for Cookie will be held in the Wickliffe Cemetery, Willaura-Wickliffe Rd, Wickliffe on MONDAY (Aug 17) commencing at 11:00am.
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OFFOIN. Ibitari Gentle
7-2-2007 – 4-8-2026
A memorial service for Ibitari will be held in the John Dunn Memorial Chapel on THURSDAY (Aug 13) commencing at 1:00pm. A private committal will precede.
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WHATLEY nee Gordon. Hazel.
9-6-1938 – 3-8-2026
Much Loved Mum of Sue, Martin, Gordon and Amanda, Peter and Ashley. Loving Granny Ga / Granny of Rhiannon, Alycia and Ry, Jonah and Julia. Beloved Sister of Margaret (dec), and Wes and Sandra. Gentle, kind and always there. Precious to God. Gone to Glory. A funeral service for Hazel will be held at John Dunn Memorial Chapel, 9 Campbell St, Ararat on TUESDAY (Aug 11) commencing at 11:00am. A committal will follow in the Ararat Cemetery.

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LUGG. Phillip James.
7-1-1954 – 1-8-2026
A funeral service for Phillip Lugg will be held at Alexandra Oval Community Centre, Waratah St, Ararat on MONDAY (Aug 10) commencing at 11:00am. A committal will follow in the Ararat Cemetery.
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JEANS. Ashley Scott.
19-11-1992 – 9-7-2026
A Graveside service for Ashley will be held in the Ararat Lawn Cemetery on FRIDAY (Aug 7) commencing at 11:00am.
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WILSON. Barrie Ernest
18-5-1942 – 29-7-2026
Beloved husband of the Late Kate. Much loved father of Kylie and Tracey. Father-in-law of Glenn. Pa of 5 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. A graveside service for Barrie will be held in the Ararat Lawn Cemetery on THURSDAY (Aug 6) commencing at 11:00am.
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WINNELL. Alan Ivan.
11-10-1944 – 21-7-2026
Beloved husband of Margaret (dec). Much loved and loving father of Alan, Georgina, Lyndal and Erica. Father-in-law of Nicky and Graeme. Pa of 10 Grandchildren. Thank you to the wonderful care given by staff at 70 Lowe St. A memorial service for Alan Winnell will be held at Ararat RSL, 76 High St, Ararat on FRIDAY (Aug 7) commencing at 2:00pm.
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VARNEY. Lyndon Edward.
29-6-1937 – 18-7-2026
Beloved husband of Judith (dec). Much loved and loving father of Lyndon McEwen. Father-in-law of Clare. Grandfather of Celeste and Brian. A celebration of life for Lyndon will be held at the Lake Bolac Bowls Club on THURSDAY (July 30) at 2:30pm. A private burial will precede.
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CRONIN. Maxwell Norman.
29-8-1936 – 13-7-2026
Beloved husband of Joy. Much loved father and father-in-law of Steven, Tim and Julie, Jodi and Andrew. Pop of 8 and Great Pop of 10. Will be always loved and remembered.
A funeral service will be held at Alexandra Oval Community Centre THURSDAY (July 16) commencing at 1:30pm. A private cremation will follow.

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BROADBENT. John Robert Charles.
6.12.1960 – 5.7.2026
Beloved Partner of Sue. Loving father and father-in-law, of Nathan and Kristy, Luke and Renee, Ashleigh and Ben. Adored Poppy John of Amity, Indiana, Greyson, Winston, Archie and Harriet. Loving son of Bill (Dec) and Winnie (Dec). Treasured brother and brother-in-law of Glenda and Bill (Dec), Rodger and Victoria, Wayne (Dec), Alan and Darlene. Forever in our hearts. A funeral service for John will be held in the John Dunn Memorial Chapel, 9 Campbell St, Ararat on FRIDAY (July 17) commencing at 11:00am. A private cremation will follow.

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