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.

28/02/1960 – 25/11/2025. The Funeral Service to honour and celebrate Susan’s life will be held in the Sovereign Chapel at the Ballarat Crematorium, 1250 Doveton Street N, Ballarat North on Thursday, 4th December 2025 commencing at 11.30am. At the conclusion of the Service, a Private Cremation will be held.

Susan requested that those attending her service, please wear something bright, colourful or rainbow.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Children’s Cancer Institute Australia or Ballarat Hospice Care Inc would be welcomed. Donations can be made at: https://www.ccia.org.au/home or https://ballarathospicecare.org.au/donations.

Alan Donald Passalaqua

26.3.1939 – 25.11.2025. Dearly loved husband of Val. Loving father of Greg & Tony. Father-in-law of Christyn & Vicky. Grandfather of Elly & Katie. Great Grandfather of Angus, Phoebe & Luke.

Loved by all of his family & Dogs. R.I.P.

A Graveside Service for Alan will be held at 11am on Tuesday, 2nd December 2025 at the Guildford Cemetery.

Margaret May McKnight (Bell)

23.7.1939 – 18.11.2025. Dear & Loving Wife of Bill. Loved Mum of Vicki, Lyn & Pat; Betty & Dean. Devoted & Loving Nan of Courtney, Lachie & Grace; Toby & Britt; Casey, Nikita & Dylan; & Darcy.

Loving memories are ours to keep

The Funeral for Margaret will be held on Tuesday, 25th November 2025 commencing at 1pm, at the Masonic Centre, 147 High St, Maldon. A committal will follow at the Maldon Cemetery.

Heather Joy Adamthwaite

11.5.1951 – 17.11.2025. Passed away peacefully, aged 74 years, two days after celebrating her daughter & son-in-law’s wedding. Dearly loved Wife of Fred. Beloved Mother of David, Jenny & Stephen. Mother-in-law of Eliza, Blake, & Eve. Grandmother of Jude, Dustin, Caitlyn, Matilda, Hazel, Reuben & Boaz.

At home with her Saviour, Revelation 21:4

A Thanksgiving Service to honour the wonderful life of Heather will be held on Monday, 24th November 2025 at 1.30pm at the Baptist Church, Templeton St, Maldon. Privately Cremated.

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Robyn Anne Fearey

11.8.1951 – 5.10.2025. Robyn passed away peacefully at home (Elphinstone) on Saturday, 5th October 2025. Cherished younger daughter of Lil & Charles (Rip) Fearey (Both Dec). Dearly loved Sister of Kevin (Dec) & Fay Carne. Favourite Aunt Rob of Steve & Jodie, Tony, & Kaz (Dec). Special Friend of Jeanette. Fond Aunty Rob of Jumana.

Now at Peace – Her spirit will be forever – A beacon of light

A Private Cremation has been held. A Celebration of Robyn’s life will be held at her home from 12.30pm on Sunday, 30th November 2025.

Desmond George Lakey

10.9.1937 – 13.11.2025. Loving Husband of Lorraine. Loved Father of Steven & Julie; Sharon, Susan & Brett. Dear Pop to Luke & Jade; Sarah & Patrick; Samantha, Isabelle & Sophie. Great Pop to Kayce & Levi.

All Bets Are Off – Rest In Peace

A Graveside Service for Des will be held on Friday, 21st November 2025 at 1.30pm at the Maldon General Cemetery.

Maxwell Lauder Guest

18.12.1938 – 7.11.2025. Dear & Loved Husband of Jean. Loving Father of Donna, Kylie & Alan (Woolmer), Leah & Matt (Duckmanton). Devoted Pop to Kristie, Ashlee & Luke; Cameron & Izzy; Dylan, Ryan, Sydney, Rhys & Nah; Jake & Thay. Poppy Max to Brock, Billie, Beau & Coby.

Another Road to Travel

The Funeral for Max was held at the Thompson Memorial Chapel, Castlemaine on Friday, 14th November followed by a private cremation.