Thompson Family Funerals
Our family caring for your family
26.9.1930 – 24.10.2025, 95 years young. Passed away peacefully surrounded by family at the Royal Melbourne Hospital. Loving wife of Les (dec), Cherished Mum of Marilyn & Julie. Mother-in law of Larry & Gary. Much loved Nan of Rachael, Gretel, Matt & Candice; Steph & Stephen. Great Nan of Nick, Annabelle & Jim, Asher, Ellysia & Arienna. Great Nanny of Chloe & Lucas. Sister of Norma, Lynette & families.
Treasured memories of a beautiful soul who was always there for her adored family.
Special thanks to the amazing staff at RMH, Gisborne Oaks Residential Care and Doctors Louisa Hope and Heena Choksey.
The Funeral for Jean will be held on Wednesday 5th November 2025 at 1.30pm at the Anglican Christ Church Cnr, Forest & Kennedy Sts, Castlemaine. A Committal will follow at the Castlemaine Cemetery. To view via livestream; http:/thompsonsfunerals.com.au//livestreaming/
18.6.1938 – 5.10.2025. Beloved Wife of Richard (Dick). A very loving Mum to David, Kayleen & Terry; Ken & Ajchie. Devoted Nana of Jacob & Jess; & Kalan.
Forever Loved – Rest in peace
The Funeral for Lorraine will be held at the Thompson Memorial Chapel, 123 Mostyn Street, Castlemaine on Wednesday, 15th October 2025 commencing at 2pm. A Private Cremation will follow.
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14.12.1925 – 27.09.2025. Passed away peacefully at Castlemaine. Loving Wife and traveling companion of Fred (Dec). Loved Mum of Peter, Kerrie, Noelene, Rodger & Families.
Another journey begins
Melva’s life was celebrated at the Thompson Memorial Chapel on Monday, 6th October 2025. A Private Cremation was held.
22.1.1948 – 19.9.2025. Loving Wife of Ken (Dec) Cherished Mother of Mick & Jo; Ken (Nod) & Nicole; Jason & Therese. Adored Grandmother of Shani, Luke, Grace, Ollie, Max, Jayden, Georgia, Jasmine, Dion, Brittany, Jessica, Harry, Will & Henry.
Devoted & Loving Great Grandmother to Kingston, Lyla, Layla & Charlie. A lady who loved her friends and really loved her family.
A Thanksgiving Service to honour the life of Marjorie, will be held on Monday 29th September 2025 at 12.30pm At the Holy Trinity, Anglican Church, High St, Maldon. A committal will follow At the Maldon Cemetery. After which light refreshments will be served at the Maldon Hotel.
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08.02.1952 – 15.09.2025. In memory of the irreverent and iridescent Garry James Pierce of Newstead. Passed at Bendigo Hospice on 15 September, 2025. Loving husband to Karen. Dad to daughters (“the ferals”) Nelle and Rose and their partners Dit and Dan. Poppy to (“the ratbags”) grandkids Moby, Millie, Lily and Oliver. Brother to Linda and Julie. And friend to oh so many more.
Garry leaves behind a vast network of friends and family who love him dearly. He had an infectious enthusiasm for life, a staggering intellect that he applied generously in helping others and a hearty, devilish laugh that simply made you feel good.
Join us on Wednesday, 24 September 2025 to celebrate and remember together.
11.30am – Short graveside service at the Newstead Cemetery.
12.30pm – Gathering at Dig Café for Family and Friends.
Please share your memories, anecdotes, photos and videos of Garry either on Facebook, through the online Memorial portal https://www.remembr.com/gaz.pierce or direct to the family. We hope to have some of these on display at Dig for all to enjoy.
3.07.1975 – 31.08.2025. Suddenly at Ipswich, Queensland. Remembered by all of his family & friends.
Memories are ours to keep
Family & Friend are invited to join together for Heath on Tuesday, 16th September, 2025 at 1.30pm at the Castlemaine Cemetery.
13.01.1937 – 08.09.2025. Passed away peacefully at Bendigo Health. Life long friend of Colin (Dec, Williams), Jenny, Deb, Andrew & Jo (Martin).
RIP now Keith
Family & friends are invited to celebrate Keith’s life at the Thompson Memorial Chapel, 123 Mostyn Street, Castlemaine on Monday, 15th September 2025 commencing at 2pm. At the conclusion of the Service, Keith will be Privately Cremated.
Precious and much-loved wife of Bill. Sister of Lorraine (Dec) & Carol. Mother of Scott & Troy.
Mother-in-law of Heather. Nanna to James & Thomas. Her family was her life’s joy and she will be greatly missed.
R.I.P. Doreen
“Go the Bombers”
The Funeral for Doreen will be held at the Holy Trinity Anglican Church, High St, Maldon. On Thursday 4th Sept, 2025, commencing at 1.30pm. A graveside committal will follow at the Maldon Cemetery.
Rhonda passed away surrounded by her family on August 22nd 2025.
Loving wife and friend of Lyndsay for over 58 years.
Cherished mother of Leah, Sharon (dec) and Jenni,
and mother-in-law of Peter, Gavan and Paul.
Adored ‘Nana Spanner’ of Nick, Tom, Sarah, Emily, Laura, Jemima, James and Mac.
Beloved daughter of Jack (dec) and Eileen (dec), and treasured sister of Robert (dec), John (dec),
Val, Dawn, Judy and Peter (dec).
Special thanks to the amazing staff at Castlemaine Hospital, Dr. Sabine Roithmaier and the incredible staff at Bendigo Health Oncology. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Cancer Council of Victoria.
She loved her garden, she loved her friends, and she really loved her family.
She was a sparkling life force who will be forever missed.
A Thanksgiving Service to honour the life of Rhonda
will be held on Saturday 6th September 2025 at 2pm
at the Community Centre, Lyons St, Newstead.
A private cremation will follow
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20.2.1949 – 21.8.2025. After a long battle with his health, Barry decided it was time. He left us on 21st August 2025. Darling husband to Jennifer (Jen). Loving Father to Tanya and Darrin, Matthew and Kerrie. Pop to Blade, Indi, Connor and Pop Pop to Braxton. Karate Sensei, Tai Chi teacher, Bonsai teacher and friend.
After almost 60 years together we must part. Till we meet again. Darl xx
The Lacey family wish to sincerely thank the wonderful and caring staff at Ellery House. Barry did enjoy his many conversations with staff and residents while there. Our thanks also goes to Dr Mungi.
Dad have ice cream, chips and savory shapes in heaven. Love Cressy.
Family & Friends are invited to join to share stories at his Wake No; 2 as we celebrate his life and share a light morning tea. To be held on Sunday, 31st August 2025, commencing at 11am at the Masonic Centre, 147 High Street, Maldon. Please wear colourful and casual clothes. Barry will be Privately Buried in accordance with his wish at the Newstead Cemetery.
If anyone wishes to say their goodbye, he will be leaving home at 3pm on the Saturday. Thank you from the family to everyone for their kind messages over the last few days.
*** Please wear bright and happy colours ***