Death & Funeral Notices
WILKINSON. Colleen Joy.
6-3-1951 – 12-10-2024
Beloved wife of Geoff. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Scott and Deanne, Daryl and Trish, Karen and Brad. Nan of Nathan, Danielle, Hannah and Lucy. A funeral service for Colleen will be held at Chalambar Golf Club, Golf Links Rd, Ararat on WEDNESDAY (Oct 23) commencing at 1:30pm. Colleen will be interred in the Crowlands Cemetery.
BARRY. Judith Elizabeth.
10-12-1944 – 14-10-2024
Daughter of Myra and Gerald Lillis (both dec). Sister of Gerald, Noel, Maureen (all dec) and Jan. Beloved wife of the late Danny. Much loved mother of Stephen (dec), Donna and Jarita. Nan of Isabella, Gabriele and Maiara. Funeral Prayers for Judy will be held in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 304 Barkly St, Ararat on WEDNESDAY (Oct 23) commencing at 11:00am. A committal will follow in the Ararat Cemetery.
VENDY. John Joseph.
19-2-1954 – 4-10-2024
Dearly loved son of late John and Patricia Vendy. Much loved brother of Monica, Daniel and Catherine. Very special Uncle and Great Uncle. At peace. Funeral Prayers for the repose of the soul of the late John Joseph Vendy will be held in St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church Landsborough (76 McKinlay St) on TUESDAY (Oct. 22nd) at 1-00 pm. The funeral will leave at the conclusion of Prayers for the Landsborough Cemetery.
START. (Jack) John Allan.
9-12-1936 – 10-10-2024
Loved husband of Lynne. Loving brother of Norma, Lance (dec) and Coral. The funeral service for the late Jack Start will leave the Crowlands Hall (49 Wright Street Crowlands) on MONDAY (Oct 21) at 11-00am.for the Crowlands Cemetery.
FLAVELL. Angella.
4-11-1939 – 4-10-2024
Beloved wife of Allen (dec). Devoted mother and mother-in-law of Christine and Andrew, Robert and Carla. Cherished grandmother of Elizabeth, Grace, James, Ari and Asher. The funeral service for the late Angella Flavell will be held in the St Thomas’s Anglican Church, 119-121 Synnot Street, WERRIBEE on THURSDAY (17th Oct) commencing at 11:00am. A Burial will take place at Moyston Cemetery on FRIDAY (18th Oct) commencing at 11:00am.
MCKINNIS. Malcolm John.
28-12-1946 – 3-10-2024
Cherished by his wife Gwen, children Mark, Christine (Nina), Matt and Daughters in law Tania and Naomi. Adored by his grandchildren Mitch, Ethan, Zoe, Inika, Sheanna, Callum and Molly. Missed by his mate Naughty. ~ Forever in our hearts ~ The funeral service for the late Malcolm McKinnis will be held at Ararat Turf Club on WEDNESDAY (16th Oct) commencing at 11:00am. A burial will take place at the Ararat Lawn Cemetery.
MARCHMENT. Marie Lynette
5-8-1942 – 10-10-2024
A funeral for Marie was held in the holy Trinity Anglican Church on TUESDAY 15th October at 11am. A burial was held in the Cathcart Cemetery.
EDWARDS. Norma Alva.
13-11-1932 – 29-9-2024
Beloved wife of Ken. Much loved and loving mother and mother in law of Helen and Hans, Julie and Ken, Peter and Rosemary, Judy and Tim. Nan of 12. Nanny Norma of 32. A funeral service will be held at John Dunn Memorial Chapel, 9 Campbell St, Ararat on WEDNESDSAY (Oct 9th) commencing at 1:00pm.
COUCH. Rev. Darrell.
16-7-1951 – 30-9-2024
Beloved husband of Mary. Much loved and loving father of Jeremy, Rachael, Michael and Daniel. Grandpa of 10 and Great Grandpa of 2. A funeral service to celebrate the life of Darrell will be held in the Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 32 View Point St, Ararat on TUESDAY (Oct 8) commencing at 11:00am. A private cremation will follow.
28-6-1983. – 21-9-2024
A funeral service for Adam Wilde will be held at the Ararat Town Hall on MONDAY (Sept 30) commencing at 2:00pm. A private cremation will follow.
25-10-1969 – 18-9-2024
Much loved son of Julie and John (dec), brother of David and Sally and their families.
A funeral service for Ken will be held in the John Dunn Memorial Chapel on THURSDAY (Sept 26) commencing at 11:00am. A burial will follow in the Ararat Cemetery.
21-11-1941 – 14-9-2024
Beloved wife of the late Bob. Much loved mother of Russell, Tammara (dec), and Tim (dec). Mother-in-law of Kym. Nan of Tarzhah, Tim, James, Braydon. Nanna-Nanna of 7 great grandchildren.
A graveside service for the late Joan Hollis will be held in the Ararat Lawn Cemetery on TUESDAY (Sept 24) commencing at 2:00pm.
9-7-1936 – 15-9-2024
Beloved husband of Colleen. Much loved and loving mother of Phillip and Suzanne and friend Adam. Pa of Aedan and Sarah. Great Pa of Ellashaye and Brooklyn. A private graveside will be held.
16-11-1927 – 16-9-2024
Beloved wife of the late Mervyn. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Heather and Malcolm. As per Muriel’s wishes a private burial has been held.
MC MILLAN, Ivor Lachlan.
20-4-1928 – 6-9-2024
Aged 96 years. Devoted husband of Lesley Jean (dec) and beloved father of David (dec), Robyn and Andrew. Adored father-in-law of Therese and grandfather to Mark and Meagan. Friend of Brad, Graeme and Jo. Cherished husband of Margaret (dec), mother of Peter (dec), John, Bruce, Sally and their families. A gentleman committed to his family, friends, and the Ararat community.
A memorial service to celebrate the life of Ivor Mc Millan will be held at Chalambar Golf Club, Golf Links Rd, Ararat on WEDNESDAY (Sept 18) commencing at 12:30pm. A private committal will precede.
PRESTON. Francis Alfred.
2-4-1926 – 6-9-2024
Beloved husband of the late Shirley. Much loved father and father in law of Harold and Suzanne, Trevor and Karen and Judith and Trevor. Pop of 9, great pop of 15 and great great pop of 1.
A funeral service for Frank will be held in the Mechanic Institute Hall, High St, Elmhurst on FRIDAY (sept 13) commencing at 2:30pm. A committal will follow in the Elmhurst Cemetery.
ROBERTS. Beryl Ruth.
5-6-1931 – 5-9-2024
A funeral service for Beryl will be held in the John Dunn Memorial Chapel, 9 Campbell St, Ararat on FRIDAY (Sept 13) commencing at 11:00am. A private cremation will follow.
CLARKE. Matthew Allen.
12-11-1981 – 18-8-2024
A funeral service for Matthew will be held in the Lake Bolac Sporting Complex, Lake Bolac Complex Rd on FRIDAY (Aug 30) commencing at 11:00am. A private cremation will follow.
4-12-1936 – 21-8-2024
A funeral service for Julie will be held in the John Dunn Memorial Chapel at 9 Campbell S, Ararat on WEDNESDAY (Aug 28) commencing at 11:00am. A committal will follow in the Ararat Lawn Cemetery.
BURGIN. Graeme.
8-2-1942 – 20-8-2024
Loving husband of Cheryl. Father of Lisa, Sharon, Brett. Father in law to Andrew, Michael and Julie. Grandfather to Meghan, Samuel, Nicola, Grace, Emma, Ryan, Sarah, Hannah, Daniel and Zachary. Great Grandfather to Everleigh. Always Remembered. A funeral service for the late Graeme Burgin will be held at the Olive Branch Church of Christ 23 Palmerston st, Ararat on Tuesday 27 August at 1:00pm followed by a burial at the Ararat Lawn Cemetery.
PEARCE. Fay Lorraine.
26-6-1936 – 20-8-2024
Devoted wife of Jim. Loved mother-in-law of Debbie and Ian, Leona and Michael. Beautiful sister of Joy. Cherished grandmother of Jacob, Nicholas, Jemma, Sarah, Jim and families. A kind loving lady who warmed the hearts of everyone and will be forever missed.
A private service will be held.
POWELL. Lesley Beryl.
1-2-1931 – 18-8-2024
Dearly loved wife of Robin. Mother of Linda, Wendy and Michelle. Mother-in-law of Eddie. Grandmother of Brittany, Kristen and Ashleigh. Great Grandmother to Brittany and Anthonys son Hudson. Sister of Betty, Isobel and Jim (all Dec) and Gwen Knight. So loved and treasured by all forever. A Funeral service will be held for the late Lesley Powell at the John Dunn Memorial Chapel, 9 Campbell st, Ararat, on Monday (26th Aug) at 1:00pm. A burial will follow at the Ararat Lawn Cemetery.
WILSON. Adam Leigh.
12-3-1979 – 14-8-2024
Much loved and loving son of Alison and Terry. Brother of Ashley, Amie and Justin. Adored father of Seth, Hannah and Molly. A funeral service for Adam will be held in the John Dunn Memorial Chapel, 9 Campbell St, Ararat on Friday (Aug 23) commencing at 2:00pm. A burial will follow at the Ararat Cemetery.
HALL. Barry Anthony.
12-1-1942 – 12-8-2024
Passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends. Beloved partner of the late Kathleen. Father of Katrina and Nicole. Stepfather of Dean and Katrina. Grandfather of Greyson. A funeral service for Barry will be held in the John Dunn Memorial Chapel, 9 Campbell St, Ararat on TUESDAY (Aug 20) commencing at 2:00pm. A private cremation will follow.
BORRELLI. Federico (Fred).
26-8-1934 – 7-8-2024
Beloved husband of Pauline. Much loved father and father in law of Danny (dec), Darren and Tanya, Adrian and Tammie. Grandfather of Danielle, Emily, Tayla, Paige, Zac, Grace and Evelyn. A private cremation will be held.
SMITHWICK. Margaret Lorraine.
2-10-1938 – 31-7-2024
Beloved wife of the late David. Much loved and loving mother of 9 children, mother in law, grandmother, great grandmother and great, great grandmother. A funeral service to celebrate the life of Margaret will be held in the John Dunn Memorial Chapel, 9 Campbell St, Ararat on FRIDAY (Aug 8th) commencing at 1:00pm. A private cremation will follow.
FISCALINI. Daryl Wayne.
7-9-1962 – 25-7-2024
A memorial service for Daryl will be held in the John Dunn Memorial Chapel on THURSDAY (Aug 8) commencing at 11:00am.
MURPHY. Beryl Jean.
2-3-1923 – 31-7-2024
Loved wife of the late Jack. Loving mother and mother in law of Barry (dec), Alan and Denise, Anne and Adrian. Grandmother of 8 and Great Grandmother of 16. A funeral service for Beryl will be held in the John Dunn Memorial Chapel on WEDNESDAY (Aug 7) commencing at 2:00pm. A committal will follow in the Ararat Lawn Cemetery.
14-7-1927 – 24-7-2024
Beloved husband of Lorna. Much loved father of Owen (dec), Heather, Christine. Father-in-law of John. Grandfather of 9. Great Grandfather of 16. Great, Great Pa of 2. A funeral service for Frank Raeburn will be held in the Paradise Hall, Ararat – St. Arnaud Rd, Paradise on FRIDAY (Aug 2nd) at 2:00pm. A committal will follow in the Navarre Cemetery.
HEARD. (nee Richie) Wendy Anne.
Passed away peacefully at Willaura Hospital on July 24, 2024 aged 88. Beloved wife of Ian (dec). Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Anthony and Lisa. Adored Grandma of Fraser and Maddy and Cooper. Friend of Elouise. Cherished Memories. A memorial service to celebrate the life of Wendy will be held in the John Dunn Memorial Chapel, 9 Campbell st, Ararat on THURSDAY (aug 1st) commencing at 2:00pm. A private burial will precede.
PICKERING. Dennis John.
24-8-1950 – 21-7-2024
Beloved husband of Dianne. Much loved and loving father of Sharon and Adam and partner Melissa. Proud and loving Grandpa of Luca John.
Forever in our hearts. A funeral service for Dennis will be held at the John Dunn Memorial Chapel, 9 Campbell St, Ararat on MONDAY (29th July) at 2:00pm. A private cremation will follow.
BOND. Cyril Raymond.
25-11-1923 – 23-7-2024
Passed away in Willaura Hospital aged 100yrs. Beloved husband of the late Pamela. A funeral service for Cyril will be held at the John Dunn Memorial Chapel, 9 Campbell St, Ararat on FRIDAY (2nd Aug) at 11:00am. A private cremation will follow.
CLARK. Lois Joyce (nee Gooding)
18-10-1935 – 14-07-2024
Wife of Kevin, loving mother of Brian, Jan, Pam and Tracey. Mother-in-law of Mick and Kerry.
Grandmother of 9 and Great Grandmother of 11.
RIP Mum xx. A funeral service for Lois will be held at the John Dunn Memorial Chapel, 9 Campbell St, Ararat on TODAY (26th July) at 11:00am. A committal will follow at the Ararat Lawn Cemetery.
PURNELL. Wayne Richard
02-05-1959 – 07-07-2024
Loved husband of Caz (Carol). Loved father of Melanie and Cheyne. Loved Grumps (grandfather) of Mitchell, Tanee’se and Samuel. Your heart was true and tender. We will all remember you in our own special way. Forever in our hearts. A funeral service for the late Wayne Purnell will be held in Mechanic Institute Hall, Elmhurst on THURSDAY (July 18) commencing at 2:00pm. A private cremation will follow.
HULL. Desmond Clive.
1-3-1937 – 20-6-2024
Beloved husband of Thelma. Much loved father and father in law of Gary and Tracy, Chris and Penny, Anthony and Maria, Sharyn and Richard. Pop of 14 and Great Pop of 15. A funeral service for the late Desmond Hull will be held in John Dunn Memorial Chapel, 9 Campbell St, Ararat on FRIDAY (June 28) commencing at 11:00am. A committal will follow at Ararat Cemetery.
GEMMELL. Margaret Ann.
29-3-1938 – 16-6-2024
Passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Much loved wife of Rex (dec). Cherished mother of Sharon, Jennifer (dec), Rexford, Leone, Phillip and John. Mother-in-law of Noel, Donald, Michelle, Daryl, Caroline and Natalia. Beloved nana to 25 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. Forever loved and cherished by us all. A funeral service for the late Margaret Gemmell will be held in Holy Trinity Anglican Church 32 View Point St, Ararat on MONDAY (June 24) Commencing at 11:00am. A committal will follow at Ararat Cemetery.
CHALMERS. Jasmine Kathleen.
25-3-1945 – 13-6-2024
Beloved wife of the late Eric. Much loved and loving mother of Dale and Brett and their families. A funeral service for the late Jasmine Chalmers will be held in the John Dunn Memorial Chapel, 9 Campbell St, Ararat on THURSDAY (June20) Commencing at 2:00pm. A committal will follow at Ararat Cemetery.