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Ian William Shields
6th October 1948 – 17th July 2026. Dearly loved husband of Trish. Loving dad of Greg and Jen, Cath, Jo and Sri. Adored poppy/Aussie lollipop of Zoe and Harvey, Daisy and Elodie. Cherished brother and Uncle of John and Cheryl and Neil and Carolyn and their families.
A fortunate life
The Funeral Service for Ian will be held at the Church of Christ, Blakeley Road, Castlemaine on Monday, 27th July 2026 at 1pm, followed by refreshments at the Castlemaine Golf Club. A private cremation will be held. To view this Service via live stream, please visit: http://www.thompsonsfunerals.com.au/live-streaming/
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ronald McDonald House Sydney in Ian’s memory can be made at: https://ronaldmcdonaldhousegws.org.au/donate/
Dear Trish and Family,
We are devastated by the news of your darling Ian’s passing.
Ian was by any measure a good man who was admired and loved by so many.
Our thoughts are with you at this terribly sad time.
David and Catherine Blair
Dear Trish and family
So sorry for your loss. I have such wonderful memories of our times at Ormond Cricket Club. Ian was always there, involved in keeping things running. Take care.
Sue McCarthy
To all of Ian’s treasured family, our deepest sympathies to you all.
Ian a valued member of the Camp Reserve Community Asset Committee not only our Treasurer but kept a close eye on weeds and mowing. His banter will be missed by us all . Rest easy 💐💐💐
And thank you 🙏🙏
Trevor, Deb, Brian, Ron C,Ron G, Will, Phil, Chris, Leigh, Caleb, Marg.
With Sympathy to Ians family and many friends. Such a sudden sad loss.
I will miss your banter your ideas and your dedication. Sometimes your bluntness, and your kind heart.
I can’t be there today but will watch live .
Rest Peacefully 💐💐💐💐
Trish and family
We are so sorry to learn of your loss, please accept our condolences and love
Beryl and Iain NZ
Kate Otimi . Victoria