Robert Lindsay Briscoe

6.11.1957 – 4.1.2026

Passed away at his home, Newstead.

A loving Son of Jack & Francie Briscoe (Both Dec). Loved Brother to Steven, Nealle, Gary, Fiona and their families.

Forever in our hearts

The Funeral Service for Robert will be held in the Thompson Memorial Chapel, 123 Mostyn St, Castlemaine.

on Thursday 15th January 2026 at 12 noon. A Private Burial will take place at Altona Memorial Park.

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7.3.1949 – 28.12.2025. A loving Dad to Tammy, Adam, Christyn & Kym. A devoted Pop & Pop Pop to all of his family

Gone Fishin’

In accordance with his wishes, a Private Funeral has been held.

William Lee Roy

21.9.1943 – 12.12.2025

A much loved eldest child, A Brother, Brother-in-law, Uncle & Great Uncle, a friend to many.

Passed away peacefully at the Bendigo Hospital Palliative Care Ward on 12th December after a short illness. A quiet achiever, with strong convictions and a heart of gold. Will, you will be missed by us all, our Friday Night calls have ceased, Glenn ‘Kinga’

A Private Graveside Service was held at Maldon on 22nd December.

Lesley Lance Retallick

Retallick (Tumney)

Lesley Lance

30.3.1931 – 20.12.2025

Dearly loved Wife of Bob (Dec).

A loving Mum to Garry & Lyn; Robyn & Col; Michelle & Steve.

Loved & Devoted Nan to Ross & Melissa; Karly, Kate & Gene; Jane & Clare; Sass & Ben.

Great Nan to Jack, Chas, Iilysh, Oscar, Liam, Finn, Stella, Archie, Felix, Zia, Honey, Dali & Mila.

A remerkable commitment to family always

The Funeral Service to honour Lesley’s life will be held at the

Thompson Memorial Chapel, 123 Mostyn St, Castlemaine

on Wednesday, 24th December 2025 commencing at 11am.

A Private burial will follow

Vivianne May Turner

A graveside service to honour Vivianne will be held on Monday, 22nd December 2025 commencing at 2.30pm at the Chewton Cemetery.

Sean Stephen Kenan

16.5.1952 – 10.12.2025. A Man who loved music and entertaining others.

The Funeral Service to celebrate Sean’s life will be held on Saturday, 20th December 2025 commencing at 2pm in the Thompson Memorial Chapel, 123 Mostyn Street, Castlemaine. Refreshments will follow at the Five Flags Hotel, Main Road, Campbell’s Creek.

On Sunday, 21st December 2025 a Gathering and Music Session from 2pm to 5pm will be held at the Last Jar Hotel, 616 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne. RSVP is appreciated.

A Private Cremation will be held.

Janet May Trudgeon

26.4.1939 – 13.12.2025. Dear & loved Wife of Jim. Loving Mum of Glenn & Danielle; Leanne & Brett. Devoted Grandma to Lachlan, Paige, Joel, Byron & Gina; & Sid. Great Grandma of Evie & Harvey.

A wonderful life, remembered with love

A Memorial Service to honour the life of Janet will be held on Friday, 19th December 2025 at 2.30pm in the Community Centre, Lyons St, Newstead. To view this service via Livestream, please visit: https://thompsonsfunerals.com.au/live-streaming

Joan Sartori (Ramsey)

20/09/1940 – 01/12/2025. Dearly loved Wife of Ralph. Loving Mum of Andrew & Melita; Anne & Greg; Adrian & Victoria. Devoted Nan to Sam, Sophie, Ben, Jacob, Tessa, Ned, Abi, Josh and Darcy.

Stoic to the end

A Memorial Service to honour Joan’s life will be held at the Community Centre, Lyons Street, Newstead on Monday, 8th December 2025 commencing at 2.30pm. Prior to the Service, a Committal will take place at the Newstead Cemetery at 1pm. Please wear blue or yellow in memory of Joan. To view this Service via Livestream, please visit: https://thompsonsfunerals.com.au/live-streaming

“Captain, Soss”
03.08.1952 – 30.11.2025

A loving Dad to Tim & Debbie, Danny & Kim, Jo & Clay. Grandpa, Pop & Grumps to Jasmine, Regan (Dec), Brooklyn, Logan, Ben & Sam.

A community man who loved his family, his mates, a beer, fishing & Collingwood.

The Graveside Service to celebrate Les’s life will be held on Wednesday, 10th December 2025 commencing at 1.30pm at the Rochester Cemetery. To view this Service via Livestream, please visit: https://thompsonsfunerals.com.au/live-streaming

Rodney James (Rod) Bowe

28.2.1934 – 28.11.2025. Passed away at Bendigo. A quiet, determined gentleman of principals, who was highly respected by all. Dearly loved and loving Father, Grandfather & Great Grandfather.

Reunited with Mum
(The love of his life)

Dad, you were our keeper of records and teller of stories. Your memory will live through the love that you shared with us all. Love Peter & Leanne. My Pop, I will always listen out for your whistle. Love Erin. Loved Pop & Old Pop of Josh, Suzie, Amara, Jacob & Jayda.
“Memories are ours to treasure”.
Loving Pop & Old Pop of Danielle, Lach, Zahnee & Romi.
“We will see you in the stars”.

Dad/RJ, you led by example and we truly valued advice sort. Much loved and so many happy memories are ours to keep. Never forgotten. So proud to call you “My Dad”. Christine & Ross. Pop, Rest peacefully Pop. We will miss you. Love Kate and Jake.

A Thanksgiving Service to honour the wonderful life of Rod will be held on Friday 5th December 2025 at 11.30am at the Holy Trinity, Anglican Church, High Street, Maldon. A committal will follow at the Maldon Cemetery.