13.10.1946 – 27.11.2023. Passed away peacefully at Bendigo. Dear and loved Dad to Kelly, Georgina, Alexandria, Olivia and Caroline. Devoted Grandpa of Angel, Bridgit, Brydie, Xavier, Scarlett and Noah.

A man who enjoyed life, lived it to the fullest, entertained everyone and loved them all.

‘So mote it be’

A Service to celebrate Ray’s life will be held at the Theatre Royal, 30 Hargraves Street, Castlemaine on Thursday, December 7th 2023 commencing at 12noon. At the conclusion of the Service, please stay and share a drink and refreshments, as Ray would want you to do. A Private Burial will then follow. To view this Service via Live Stream, please visit: https://thompsonsfunerals.com.au/live-streaming/

22.09.1938 – 26.11.2023, aged 85 years. We have so many happy and loving memories of our Mum and Nanna. You will be forever in our hearts. Sweet is the sleep that ends all pain, grief is love with nowhere to go. Please give Dad, Pa a big hug from us all. Dearly beloved Wife of Allan (Dec). Loving Mum to Colin and Leanne; Ian, Leanne and Julian. Devoted Nan of Joel, Brett, Michaela, Gemma, Dylan and Teegan. Great Nan to Helena.

Reunited with the love of your life. Our heartfelt thanks to the wonderful staff of Thompson House for the many years of love and care.

The Funeral Service to honour and celebrate Marg’s life will be held at the Community Centre, 60 Elizabeth Street, Campbells Creek on Monday, December 4th 2023 commencing at 2pm. At the conclusion of the Service, Marg will be privately Cremated.

MCLEAN (Stevenson), Nola May

22.09.1939 – 19.11.2023, aged 84 years. Dear & Loved Wife of Max (Dec). Loving Mother & Mother-in-law of Brett, Mark (Dec), Maxine & Ross. Stepmother and Maymee to Roger & Annie; Gary & Jenny; Kathleen & Kevin & their Families. Devoted Nanna to Zac & Georgia; Chloe, Jake & Kirsten; Brianna & Lachie; Ella, Emilia & Benjamin. Great Nanna to Kya.

Now at Peace, forever in our hearts, always loved.

The Funeral Service to honour Nola’s life will be held in the Thompson Memorial Chapel, 123 Mostyn Street, Castlemaine on Friday 24th November 2023, commencing at 1pm. A committal will follow at the Chewton Cemetery. To view this service via livestream please visit: https://thompsonsfunerals.com.au/live-streaming

MURPHY, Kelly-Anne

1968 – 2023. Peacefully departed us on Friday, November 4th, 2023, aged 55. She was born in 1968 to her loving parents, Lani and the late Peter Murphy. Kelly was a cherished mother to Gabrielle and a special friend to Chris and Leon. She was also a dear sister to Sean, Donnagh, and Siobhain, a beloved sister-in-law to Helen, Ian, and Chris, and proud aunty to Lauren, Christina, Matthew, Emily, Leo and Poppy.

The Murphy family deeply appreciates the support and condolences received during this difficult time.

A Funeral Service to honour Kelly, will be held at St. Brigid’s Catholic Church in Maldon Victoria on Tuesday, November 14th, at 1:30 pm. Following the service, please join the Murphy family at Kangaroo Hotel in Maldon, from 3 pm to celebrate Kelly’s life.

LUNT, Vivien Elizabeth

23.04.1945 – 02.11.2023, aged 78 years. Beloved Wife of George. Loved and loving Mother of Francis and Shelly. Adored Grandmother of Nathan and Joshua, Robert (dec) and Megan (dec). Loved Stepmother of Jacqui & Jennifer. Step-grandmother to Stephani, Amber and Maddison. Loved Sister to Robert and Sister-in-law to Helen.

A precious woman who will be sadly missed by her many friends and loved ones.

The Funeral Service for Mrs. Vivien Elizabeth Lunt will be held at the Thompson Memorial Chapel, 123 Mostyn Street, Castlemaine on Tuesday, 14th November commencing at 11.30am. A Private Cremation will follow.

READE, Eddie

23rd August 1932 – 19th October 2023. Farewell to our beloved Dad and Da. Loving husband of Joan (Deceased). Survived by children Terry, Marie, Bernadette, Therese, Danny, Peter, Gab and Luke. Grandchildren Rebecca, Stephanie, Carla, Hanorah, Alana, Ella and Joey. Great Grandchildren Elsie and Neve. Brother of Des (Dec), Joan (Dec) and Veronica.

The Funeral Service to celebrate the life of Eddie will be held at St Mary’s Catholic Church, 78 Hargraves Street, Castlemaine on Friday, October 27th 2023 commencing at 11:30am. At the conclusion of the Service, Eddie will be laid to rest at the Harcourt Cemetery, followed by a wake at the Trades Hall, 127 Mostyn Street, Castlemaine. In lieu of flowers, donations to St Mary’s Catholic Church Castlemaine or St Vincent de Paul Castlemaine in memory of Eddie would be appreciated. To view this Service via Live Stream, please visit: https://thompsonsfunerals.com.au/live-streaming

29.09.1935 – 11.10.2023, aged 88 years. Passed away peacefully at Bendigo Health. Loved son of the late Basil & Eleanor Cornish. Devoted husband to Mary (dec). Dearly loved father and father-in-law to Brett & Ros, Sally & Trevor, Lisa & Paul and Jodie. Adored Pop to Jack, Lucy, Chloe, Cienna, Alexander, Emily, Laura and Sam.

Reunited with Mary.

Much loved Dad to Brett and Ros. Proud and adored Pop to Lucy, Jack & Irene. His influence, his energy, his generosity, his courage and his love of family were immeasurable. He loved us and we will forever love & miss him.

Pop/Popsicle, our active senior who was young at heart. He lived life to the fullest, no time was wasted. He was filled with love and will forever be an inspiration. Within us always, love Lucy, Jack & Irene.

Our dearest Dad, Pop, your guidance, love and support will always be with us. As you said on many occasions, you had a wonderful life with Mum (Nana) and us, and now you are both reunited together. We will always treasure your memory. Such a special part of our lives, adored by your grandchildren. You will be forever in our hearts. Sally, Trevor, Chloe and Cienna.

Dad, no words can express how special you are, or the loss we are feeling right now. Always busy, thinking, planning and doing. Always loving, supporting and caring. Family was at the centre of your life. We will miss you enormously, will love and remember you forever, and will always be grateful for having you as our darling Dad and Pop to Alexander, Emily & Laura. With all our love, Lisa and Paul.

Our Dear Pop, next to your name in our hearts is the memory of your gentleness, optimism, humour and love. We will forever cherish the stories you told us, and the memories we made together. Your family meant the world to you, and you mean the world to us. We will miss you more than words can say. Love always, Alexander, Emily and Laura.

Dearly loved father of Jodie and Pop to Sam. Great friend of Mark. Mr C and great friend of Ricki, Natalie, Tohu, Kaz,  Shane and Harry. Great Pop to Harlan. Memories bring us closer, we are never far apart. You will never be forgotten, you are always in our heart. We will miss you dearly.

With great sadness on the passing of our dear brother, Brian. You’ll be missed and especially on the special occasions that we shared together. Rest now in peace. Richard, Irene and Lostris.

The Funeral Service to honour Brian’s life will be held at the Anglican Christ Church, 8 Mostyn Street, Castlemaine on Tuesday, 24th October 2023 commencing at 11am. A Private Burial will follow. To view this Service via Live Stream, please visit: https://www.belindajanevideo.com/client-video/brian-cornish/

HEALY, Sandra Mavis

11.08.1946 – 09.10.2023, aged 77 years. Very loving Wife of Brian (Happy). Dearly loved Mum of Gregory & Brooke. Devoted Nan of Lyshaie, Chelsi, Ashlee, Klowee, Rhylee, Kobei, Noah & Willow. Great Nanna of Ardi. Dear Sister of Fleur (Dec).

Loved by all her family. Forever in our hearts.

The Funeral Service for Sandra will be held in the Thompson Memorial Chapel, 123 Mostyn Street, Castlemaine on Thursday, 19th October 2023 commencing at 11am. A committal will follow at the Harcourt Cemetery where Sandra will be laid to rest.

NORRIS, Noelene

31.12.1935 – 10.10.2023, aged 87 years. Loving Mum to Rhonda & Dale. Mother in law to Richard & Jan. Dear Nan/Noelie to Shannon, Antoni, Linsey & Scott. Great Nan to Van, Blake & Luca.

The song is over, but the melody will linger forever. Our Mum, Our treasured friend, we love you & will miss you everyday.

The Funeral Service for Noelene will be held at the Thompson Memorial Chapel, 123 Mostyn Street, Castlemaine on Wednesday, 25th October 2023 commencing at 1pm. A private Cremation will follow. To view this Service via Live Stream, please visit: https://thompsonsfunerals.com.au/live-streaming

30.9.1932 – 12.10.2023, aged 91 years. Mum, Nan, Nana Bev, a light went out on earth for us, the day we said goodbye. And on that day a star was born, the brightest star in the sky. Reaching through the darkness with its rays of purest white, lighting up the heavens as it once lit up our lives. With beams of love to heal the broken hearts you left behind, where always in our memory your loving star will shine.

~ Reunited with Dad and Davina ~

Your loving family.

The Funeral Service for Beverley will be held at the Thompson Memorial Chapel, 123 Mostyn Street, Castlemaine on Tuesday, 17th October 2023 commencing at 1.30pm. A committal will follow at the Guildford Cemetery where Beverley will be laid to rest. To view this service via Live Stream please visit: https://thompsonsfunerals.com.au/live-streaming