
Valda Jean Brain
9.11.1927 – 8.3.2026
Dearly loved Wife of Donald (Dec)
A loving Mother to Theresa, Donald, Marie (Dec), Maree, Patricia, Suzanne,
Patrick, Veronica and their Families
Mum & Dad Reunited
A Graveside Service for Valda will be held on
Wednesday 18th March 2026 commencing at 2pm at the Castlemaine Cemetery.

Raymond John ‘Ray’ Mills
1.5.1953 – 6.3.2026
Loving Dad of Ray & Gayle; Tristan & Yoriko. Loving Pop of Miyabi
World’s greatest Chaiwallah
The Funeral for Ray will be held on Thursday 19th March 2026
at 1.30pm in the Thompson Memorial Chapel 123 Mostyn St, Castlemaine
followed by a committal at the Guildford Cemetery.
With Ray’s fondness of a bargain please wear something recycled
To view via livestream; http:/thompsonsfunerals.com.au/livestreaming/
7.01.1944 – 26.02.2026. Dearly loved Husband of Faye. Loving Father of Paula & David. Father in law of Ian. Loved Grandpa of Breanna & Brett.
‘Gone Fishin’
The Funeral for Geoff will be held on Thursday, 12th March 2026 at 1.30pm in the Thompson Memorial Chapel, 123 Mostyn Street, Castlemaine. A Private Cremation will follow.
31.03.1962 – 26.02.2026. A loving wife to Mel and loved Mother to Teresa, Emma, Kezia, Eliza, Moria (Dec), Samuel & families.
Forever in our hearts. Another Angel in Heaven.
Funeral Mass for Annette will be offered on Tuesday, 10th March 2026 at 1.30pm at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Hargraves Street, Castlemaine. A committal will follow at the Castlemaine Cemetery.
17.09.1943 – 24.02.2026. It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our wonderful mother Maree on 24 February 2026. A loving wife to Barry (Dec) and devoted mother to John, David, Peter and Kelly. Proud grandmother to Hayley, Sarah and Abbey, and loyal friend to many.
Her kindness, strength, and sense of humour touched everyone who knew her.
She will remain in our hearts always.
Funeral Prayers for Maree will be offered on Friday, 6th March 2026 at 1.30pm at the St Laurence O’Toole Catholic Church, Creswick Road, Sandon. A committal will follow at the Sandon Cemetery.
28.03.1956 – 11.02.2026.
Graveside Prayers for Alex will be held on Thursday, 5th March 2026 commencing at 12.30pm at the Castlemaine Cemetery, Cemetery Road, Campbell’s Creek.
14.03.1940 – 20.02.2026. It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Stan Sheppard, a devoted Husband, Father, Pop of 10, Great-pop of 4 and friend to many. Stan was the beloved husband of Janice, with whom he shared a lifetime of love, laughter, and unwavering partnership. He was a proud and caring father to Rodney, Kaylene, and Karina, who were the centre of his world and his greatest joy.
Stan will be remembered for his kindness, strength of character, and the quiet and subtle way he was always there when someone needed him. He leaves behind a legacy of love, family, and treasured memories that will be held close by all who knew him. He will be deeply missed and will live forever in the hearts of his loving wife Jan, his children Rod, Kay, and Karina, extended family, and many dear friends.
The Funeral Service for Stan will be held on Tuesday, 3rd March 2026 commencing at 1.30pm at the Community Centre, Elizabeth Street, Campbell’s Creek followed by a committal at the Castlemaine Cemetery.
To view this Service via livestream, please visit: thompsonsfunerals.com.au/live-streaming/
01.12.1948 – 16.02.2026. Beloved Wife of Bruce (Dec). Loving Mother of Jan, Brian & Kerry; & Kathleen. Loved Nanna of Nathan, Zeth (Dec), Amy & Arley.
R.I.P.
Prayers for Carmel was offered on Tuesday, 24th February 2026 at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Hargraves Street, Castlemaine. Carmel was privately buried at the Harcourt Cemetery.
08.02.1955 – 10.01.2026. Mother of Nathan, Paul & Families.
Memories are ours to keep
A Private Cremation has been held.