Heath Terry Ridley

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.

Keith Victor Roberts

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.

Doreen Dulcie Noble

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 O’TOOLE

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

To view via livestream; http:/thompsonsfunerals.com.au//livestreaming/

Barry Lacey

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 ***

Lois Rosemary Curran

7.2.1941 – 21.8.2025. Lois left us peacefully in her 85th year to be with her loved husband Bernard. She will be missed by her loving children Kevin & Sharon; Colin, Danny & Cheryl; Virginia (Dec), Phillip, Pauline & Stuart; Brenda, Anita, Eleanor & Ben. Her Grandchildren Melanie, Jordan, Lachlan, Jacob, Nathanel, Harrisson, Clayton, Bethany, Gerrard, James, Michael & Mason. Her Great Grandchildren Madeline, Evelyn, Harvey, Isaac & Jaylen.

We will always love you. God bless you and keep you.

The Funeral Service for Lois will be held at the Church of Christ, Blakeley Rd, Castlemaine on Friday, 29th August, 2025 commencing at 11am. After refreshments, Lois will be reunited with her beloved Bernard (Husband) at the Muckleford Cemetery. To view this Service via live stream, please visit: http:/thompsonsfunerals.com.au//livestreaming/

22.11.1959 – 19.8.2025. Dearly loved Wife of Malcolm. Mother of Tracy, Brett & Chris. Nan to Brett, Kaeleb, Tyson, Taylah, Charli & Ava.

To my dearly loved wife, My best friend and soulmate. Forever in my heart and mind. Thank you for being so loving and caring to everybody you knew. XXX

My beautiful Mum, I can’t believe you are gone. My heart is broken, what will I do without you. I miss you so much already and I love you to the moon and back. My life will never be the same. RIP My beautiful Mum. Your loving daughter Tracy XOXO

Our awesome Nanny. Thank-you for being the perfect Nan. Thank-you for always being there for us, We miss you so much Nanny and will love you always. Your loving Grandchildren Tyson, Taylah & Charli XOXO

My beautiful Mum & Best Friend, Where do I start; you are the most beautiful mum a son could have, going to miss you mum, so much. Your loving son forever – Brett.

The Funeral Service for Kerry will be held in the Thompson Memorial Chapel, 123 Mostyn Street, Castlemaine on Tuesday, 26th August 2025 commencing at 1.30pm. A Private Cremation will follow.

Elaine Stancombe (Belsey)

25.02.1942 – 14.08.2025. Peacefully at Maldon. Beloved Wife of Graham (Dec). Loving Mum of Debbie, Shane & Stephen (All Dec). Loved Bush Nan of Shane, & Danielle; Nicole & Chris; Luke & Daniel. Great Bush Nan to Riley, Harper & Ella.

– All together again –

The Funeral Service for Elaine will be held at the Thompson Memorial Chapel, 123 Mostyn Street, Castlemaine on Monday, 1st September 2025 commencing at 1.30pm. A Private Cremation will be held.

1.7.1934 – 4.8.2025. Peacefully at Ellery House. Aged 91 years. Devoted Daughter of Stuart (Sam) & Irene Williamson (late of Chewton). Adored Wife of Max. Dearly loved Mother of Valda, Allan, Barbara, Peter & Robert. Mother-in-law of Blabes, Bronwyn, Gary, Elke & Peter H. Special Ma of Kelly & Shinzo, Elizabeth, Angeline, Tyler, Regan, Rach & Craig, Karly, Stacey & Jackson. Great Ma of Valentino & Aimee.

Forever loved

Our heartfelt thanks to the wonderful Staff of Ellery House.

A Private Funeral has been held.

Ronald George McLean

6.8.1926 – 29.7.2025. Dear & Loved Husband of Pamela (Dec). A Loving Dad to Kym & Susan; Richard & Phyl. A Devoted Pa to Stephanie & Travis; Kathryn & Alan; Courtney & Matt; Georgia & Belle. Old Pa of Hanna, Jack & Arturo.

Reunited with Pamela

A Memorial Service for Ronald was held in the Thompson Memorial Chapel, Castlemaine on Thursday, 14th August 2025. Privately Cremated.