Death & Funeral Notices

JENKINS. Wane Kevin.

12-11-1949 – 10-8-2025

Beloved husband of Dawn. Much loved father of Craig, Paul and Shaun. Father-in-law to Tana and Keralea. Pop of Amber and Shane, Samantha and Bailey, Kaelan, Pacey, Darcy, Mackenzie and Pearl. Poppy of Ashby, Savanah, Ruby and Bentley. A funeral Service for Wane Jenkins will be held in John Dunn Memorial Chapel, 9 Campbell St, Ararat on TUESDAY (Aug 19) at 2:00pm. A private committal will follow.

KNIGHT. Barry Raymond.

9-7-1946 – 8-8-2025

Much loved son of Irene and Ray (both dec). Brother of Dawn, Graham and Simone. Uncle of Karen, Les and Shane. A private interment was held.

Rest Peacefully.

BAHL. Geraldine Clare (Terry).

20-1-1934  –  3-8-2025

Beloved daughter of Fred and Edith O’Brien. Sister of Bill, Dudley, Ikey and Widge (dec). Loving wife of Ernie (dec). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Chris and Doug, Jan and Ian, Kevin, Sue and John, Darren and Sally. Adored Nan Bahl of Matt, Felicity, Erin, Nathan, Ben, Nick, Kelvin, Amy, Reece, Ash, Luke, Lachie and Hannah. Great grandmother to 22. Heartfelt thanks to staff at Gorrinn Village for their care and support. A graveside service for Clare Bahl will be held in the Ararat Lawn Cemetery on MONDAY (Aug 11) commencing at 11:00am.

HEALEY. Gilbert Alan.

30-7-1931  –  30-7-2025.

Beloved husband of the late Pamela. Much loved father of Cindy, Kathleen, Gilbert (dec) and Liza. A graveside service will be held in Fawkner Cemetery on FRIDAY (Aug 8) commencing at 11:00am.

SCHWAB. Michael Thomas.

A funeral service for Mich Schwab will be held in John DUnn Memorial Chapel on THURSDAY (Aug 7) commencing at 2:00pm. A committal will follow in the Ararat Cemetery.

FORD.  Lindsay Robert “Tank”.

13-7-41  –  20-7-25

In loving memory. Aged 84. Privately buried at the Willaura Cemetery, followed by a celebration of his life at home, “Kelvinside “, Willaura with his loved children Andrew and Cate (son-in-law) Mario & dear friends.

Rest in Peace

Our heartfelt thanks to District Nurses, and the Management & staff at Gorrinn House for all their care and support.

BELL. Patrick Alexander

Born February 11th, 1998. Suddenly passed away 23rd July 2025. Beloved son of Louise & Bill (Dec). Adored brother of William & Leo. Cherished Uncle of Willy, Jimmy, Robbie & Ted. Much loved brother in-law of Donna & Danielle. Forever young & forever in our hearts. Loved and missed by everyone he touched. A funeral service for Patrick will be held at Chalambar Golf Club, Golf Links Rd, Ararat on TUESDAY (Aug 5) at 11:00am. A private cremation will precede.

WALTER. (nee Calvert). Patricia “Peg” Margaret.

11-01-1939 – 24-07-2025

In her 86th year, after a short illness. Formerly of Glenthompson/Maroona. Daughter of Ellen (Nell) (dec) and Albert Calvert (dec). Sister to Geoff, Derek, Pam (Dec) Nancy and Ian. Loved wife of Geoff (dec), beloved mum of Chris and Andrea. 2nd mum to Carmel and friend to Rob. Grandma to Hayden (Dec), Emma (Dec), Eliza, Eamon, James and Nick. Thank you to Bupa Ballarat staff for their ongoing care, ambulance, Ballarat Base ED, 3North, 2North, Drs Alison and Kylie. Now embraced by her waiting loved ones. Loved beyond measure. With the angels.

A funeral service for Patricia Walter will be held in Glenthompson Memorial Hall, 13 McLennan St, Glenthompson on MONDAY (Aug 4) at 11:00am. A committal will follow in Glenthompson Cemetery.

RALPH. Rodney James

Best friend and husband of Trish, loved dad of Lachy and Jordy. Father in law of Courtney and Jade. Adored poppy of Harper, Eden and Nixon. Rest easy now. A funeral service for Rodney will be held in the Alexandra Oval Community Centre, Warratah Ave, Ararat on WEDNESDAY (july 30) at 11.00am. A committal will follow in the Ararat Cemetery. Please dress casual, thongs acceptable.

HORVATEK. Shannan Neven.

1-2-1977  –  18-7-2025

Loving son of Faye and George. Brother to Travis, Branden and Gipsy. Uncle to Bohdi, Nash, Layla and Arlo. A funeral service for Shannan will be held at the Ararat Harness Racing Club, Blake St, Ararat MONDAY (July 28) at 11:00am. A private cremation will follow.

MACH. George.

22-9-1943  –  15-7-2025

Beloved husband of Jill. Much loved father of Sally and Liz. Pa of Jack and Harry. A funeral service for George will be held in the John Dunn Memorial Chapel, 9 Campbell St, Ararat FRIDAY (25 July) at 11:00am. A committal will follow in the Ararat Cemetery.

VAN STEEL.

With great sadness we wish to announce the death of Camillus (Miel) Jacobus Van Steel.

3-4-1931 – 14-7-2025 (94 yrs) who passed away peacefully with his family present. Husband of Johanna. Father of 9. Grandfather of 14 and great grandfather of 10.

A Memorial service will be held at the John Dunn Memorial Chapel, 9 Campbell St ARARAT on Wednesday 6^th August at 2pm.

COLLINS. Robert Norman.

2-1-1943  –  12-7-2025

Beloved husband of Chris. Much loved father of Fiona, Joanne and Tracey. Poppy Bob of Abbie and Amber. Rest In Peace. A graveside service for Robert will be held in the Cathcart Cemetery on TUESDAY (July 22) at 11:00am.

PETERS. Richard Thomas.

3.09.1945 – 4.07.2025

Passed away peacefully at the Epworth Hospital, Waurn Ponds aged 79 years. Loving husband of Christina (dec). Cherished father of Cassandra and Warwick, father in law to Glenn and Marsha, and adored grandad of Hugh, Skye, Lucy and Max.  A funeral service for Richard will be held at the Lake Bolac Memorial Hall on TUESDAY (July 15) at 2pm. A committal service will follow in the Lake Bolac cemetery.

HUNT. Una.

23-8-1940  –  23-6-2025

Beloved wife of the late Leslie. Much loved mother of Mark (dec), Julie (dec), Angela, Carl, Phillip, Kerry and Rebecca. Mother-in-law of Ian, Gordon, Dianne, Gary and Callan. Nan of 9 grandchildren and Big Nan of 5 great grandchildren. A Mass for the repose of the soul of the late Una Hunt will be held in the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 304 Barkly St, Ararat on MONDAY (June 30) at 11:00am. A committal will follow in the Ararat Cemetery

TASSELL. Kevin Francis.
22-6-1944 – 19-6-2025
A memorial celebration for Kevin will be held Chalambar Golf Club, Golf Links Rd, Ararat on THURSDAY (June 26) commencing at 12:00noon.

PARTON. Rhonda.

11-6-1957  –  8-6-2025

A funeral service for Rhonda will be held in St. Francis Catholic Church, 74 Mckinlay St, Landsborough on WEDNESDAY (June 18) commencing at 11:30am. A private committal will follow.

WOOD. Maxwell Clive.

23-10-1931  –  7-6-2025

Much loved husband of the late Margaret. Loved and loving father and father-in-law of Johnathon and Annie, Kathryn (dec), Fiona and Kelvin. Grandpa of 8. Great grandpa of 18. A graveside service for Max Wood will be held in the Ararat Lawn Cemetery on TUESDAY (June 17) commencing at 2:00pm.

COLLINS. Brian.

10-1-1937  –  4-6-2025

Beloved husband of Dot. Much loved father and father-in-law of Leanne and Philip, Michelle and Mimi. Gramps of Samantha and Laurie, Brandon, Sienna and James, Alexandra and Todd. Great grandfather of Maya. A funeral Service to celebrate the life of Brian will be held in Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 32 View Point St, Ararat on FRIDAY (June 13) commencing at 11:00am. A private committal will follow.