BENECKE, Richard Lewis

Shirley HampsonFuneral Notices

Known as “Dick.”

Late of Monto.

Passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Tuesday, 3rd June 2025, aged 70 years.

Dearly Loved Husband of Roslyn. Loving Father and Father-in-law of Emma and Adam, Karla and Andrew, Blake and Edwina. Cherished Son and Son-in-law of Gordon (dec’d) and Jean (dec’d) Benecke, Robert and Barbara (dec’d) Bryans. Adored Poppy of Mathilda, Hudson, Polly, Dixie, Freddie, Lola, and “Poppy Dick” to Emilee and Will. Treasured Brother and Brother-in-law of Lois and Arch (dec’d), Leigh and Rona, Earl and Trish, Kim (dec’d), Tony and Gritsana, Brett and Carmen. Claimed Uncle, Poppy, and Special Friend to many.

Relatives and Friends are warmly invited to attend a Celebration of Dick’s life, to be held at the Monto Town Hall on Thursday, 12th June 2025, commencing at 10am, followed by interment at the Mulgildie Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations to LifeFlight would be greatly appreciated. Envelopes will be available at the service.

The Celebration of Dick’s life will be livestreamed, and those wishing to participate should email admin@jenlesley.com.au by close of business on Wednesday, 11th June 2025. (Please note: Jenlesley PL will never ask for your personal details, nor request payment for viewing a livestream)

“You are Loved, You are Missed, You are Remembered”

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