Known as “Bill” Late of Coalstoun Lakes. Passed away unexpectedly on 9th October 2022, aged 66 years. Son of Frank (dec’d) and Leona (dec’d) and Maud (dec’d). Husband of Margie for 48 years. Father and Father-in-law of Terry and Nikita, Danny and Terena, Belinda and Ken (Frosty). Cherished Pa of Liam, Kayla, Darcy, Ryan, Mitchell, Lawson, Dustin, Nash and Nellie. Loved Brother and Brother-in-law of Faylene (dec’d), Jenny and Harvey Dingle. Son-in-law of George Cross and Mavis (dec’d). Brother-in-law, Uncle and Cousin of the extended family. A Friend to many. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to honour the Memory of Bill at a service to be held at the Coalstoun Lakes Memorial Hall on Friday, 21st October 2022, commencing at 11 am, followed by interment in the Coalstoun Lakes Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Dolly’s Dream, Beyond Blue or the Black Dog Institute would be appreciated. Envelopes available at the service. Bill’s service will be livestreamed and those wishing to participate should email admin@jenlesley.com.au no later than close of business the day before.
NELSON, ALBERT HENRY JOHN
Known as “Bert” Late of Biggenden. Passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Tuesday, 4 October 2022, aged 91 years. Adored Husband of Barb (dec’d). Cherished Father and Father-in-law of Gary and Wendy, Craig, Amanda and Ashley. Devoted Grandad of Jason, Anita, Keiran, Dean, Rhianna, Tyler, Brayden, Shannon, and Great Grandad to Matilda and Oliver. Relatives and Friends are respectfully invited to attend a Celebration of Bert’s life, to be held at St. John’s Anglican Church, Biggenden on Friday, 14 October 2022, commencing at 11am, followed by a private cremation. Members of the Lions Club and Biggenden Golf Club are respectfully invited to wear their club’s uniforms while in attendance.
Aberdein, Keith William
Late of Gunther Retirement Village, Gayndah formerly of Biggenden. Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 4 October 2022, aged 96 years. Beloved Husband of Vera (dec’d). Loving Father and Father-in-law of Stan and Kathy, Elaine and Les. Much loved Pop of Chris and Anna, Daniel and Anita, Sarah and John, Matthew and Alecia. Much loved Big Pop of Addison, Jaycee, Ruby, Zara, Sophie, Olivia, Billy, Archie, George, Ryan. Brother of Len (dec’d), Athol (dec’d). Relatives and Friends are respectfully invited to attend the Graveside Service for Keith to be held at the Degilbo Lawn Cemetery on Friday, 7 October 2022, commencing at 10am. “At Peace”
Cooper, William Ronald
Known as “Willie”. Late of Gayndah. Passed away peacefully with his loving Wife by his side on Friday, 16 September 2022, aged 75 years. Dearly loved Husband of Shirley. Much loved Father and Father-in-law of Darryl and Mary, Robert, Russell. Much loved Pop of Rhys, Zac, Braidyn, Jamie, Tyler. Cherished Brother of Colin (dec’d), Walter (dec’d), Allan, Brian (dec’d), Malcolm. Relatives and Friends are respectfully invited to attend the Graveside Service for Willie to be held at the Gayndah Lawn Cemetery on Monday, 26 September 2022, commencing at 10am. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Gayndah Hospital Auxiliary would be appreciated. Envelopes available at the service.
Smith, Stuart Norman
Late of “Cometside”, Rolleston formerly of “Buena Vista” Riverleigh, Mundubbera. Passed away peacefully on Monday, 12 September 2022, aged 100 years. Beloved Husband of Lorna (dec’d). Much loved Father and Father-in-law of Jennifer and Darryl, Murray and Loretta, Rae (dec’d), Stephen and Christine. Much loved Grandfather of Katie, Stephanie, Lachlan, Deliese, Lyndon, Ayrton, Greta, Isla, Meryck, and Robyn. Much loved Great-Grandfather of Harry, Matilda, Eleanor, Rupert, Jemima, Charlotte, Olivia, Everly, Jack, Jaylee, Chett, Nathaniel, and Mason. Uncle and Friend to many. Relatives and Friends are warmly invited to attend a Service to Celebrate Stuart’s life to be held at the Mundubbera Baptist Church, 92 Leichhardt Street, Mundubbera on Tuesday, 20 September 2022, commencing at 11am, followed by interment at the Mundubbera Monumental Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Royal Flying Doctor Service would be appreciated. Envelopes available at the service. “Reunited with Lorna”
Roth, Stephen Charles
Known as Chuck. Late of Brisbane formerly of Eidsvold. Passed away suddenly on Thursday, 25 August 2022, aged 53 years. Adored Husband of Melissa. Loving Father of Josh, Laine, Bailey, and Riley. Much loved Son of Richard and Stephanie Roth. Cherished Brother of Andrew and Nathan. Relatives and Friends are respectfully invited to attend a celebration of Chuck’s life to be held at the Eidsvold Sports Shed (The Big Green Shed) at the Eidsvold Showgrounds, on Wednesday, 7 September 2022, commencing at 1pm, followed by interment at the Eidsvold Lawn Cemetery. “Forever in our Hearts” The Funeral Service will be livestreamed. Those wishing to participate should email admin@jenlesley.com.au to request the livestream link.
Lee, William Geoffrey
Known as Bill. Late of Biggenden. Passed away peacefully with his loving Wife by his side on Sunday, 28 August 2022, aged 94 years. Loving Husband of Maridie. Much loved Father and Father-in-law of David (dec’d) and Mary, Kelvin, Debra, Anthony and Fiona. Cherished Grandpa of Michael, Julia, Andrew and Sebastian. Treasured Friend of many. Relatives and Friends are warmly invited to attend a Funeral Service for Bill to be held at St Peter’s Catholic Church Biggenden on Thursday, 8 September 2022, commencing at 11am, followed by a private cremation. “Forever in our Hearts” The funeral service will be livestreamed and those wishing to participate should email admin@jenlesley.com.au
COLLINS, Lindsay Gordon (snr)
Late of Eidsvold. Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, 27 July 2022, aged 77 years. Cherished Father of Andrew Boyle, James Mimi, Darlene Collins, Sonny Collins, Tricia Tane Collins, Cassius Collins, Mark Collins, Tyrell Collins, India Collins. Much loved Grandfather of his many Grandchildren. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a Funeral Service for Lindsay to be held at the Eidsvold Town Hall on Friday, 12 August 2022, commencing at 10am. Followed by a private cremation. Please note Lindsay’s favourite colour was Royal Blue, the family have asked if everyone could please wear a splash of blue. Family and Friends are welcome to Lindsay’s residence on Golden Spur Street at 5pm on Friday, 12 August 2022, to sit around the fire and remember the strong and loving Dad, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle, Cousin and Friend that Lindsay was.
Sauer, Colin Duncan
Sauer, Colin Duncan Known as “Colly”. Late of Wilston, Brisbane, formerly of “Upson Downs”, Gayndah and Tin Can Bay. Passed away peacefully on Monday, 25 July 2022, aged 85 years. Much loved Husband of Dalry Catherine Sauer. Cherished Father and Father-in-law of Joanne and Phil Dowling, Gorgie and David Glenwright, Gavin Sauer (dec’d). Precious Grandfather of Colin Wenck, James and George Glenwright. Great Grandfather of Nicolas and Erica Wenck. Family and Friends are invited to attend a Farewell Service for Colin to be held at “Upson Downs”, 64 Gayndah-Mundubbera Road, Gayndah on Friday, 5 August 2022, commencing at 11am, followed by a private cremation. The farewell service will be livestreamed and those wishing to participate should email admin@jenlesley.com.au Please note it was Colly’s wish that people come dressed in informal / casual / country casual attire, No jackets or ties. “Forever in our Hearts”
Nelson, Barbara Elizabeth (nee Price)
Late of Biggenden. Passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Wednesday, 20 July 2022, aged 84 years. Adored Wife of Bert. Cherished Mother and Mother-in-law of Gary and Wendy, Craig, Amanda and Ashley. Devoted Nanna of Jason, Anita, Keiran, Dean, Rhianna, Tyler, Brayden, Shannon, and Great Nanna to Matilda and Oliver. Beloved Sister of Brian (dec’d). Relatives and Friends are respectfully invited to attend a Memorial Service to celebrate Barb’s life, to be held at St. John’s Anglican Church, Biggenden on Friday, 29 July 2022, commencing at 11am.