Funeral Notices

nee Windeknecht It is with heavy hearts we advise our friends that our beautiful Mum, Barbara Joyce Cook, born on February 2, 1930, passed away on April 12, 2021, aged 91 years and 2 months. Dearly beloved Mother and Mother-in-law to Christine (dec’d), Carolyn and Ross Protani, Raeleen Hansen and Ewan Fullerton. Loving Grandmother to Melinda and Craig, Matthew and Sarah, Joshua and Emma. Great-grandmother to Isla, Thomas and Eloise. At peace now. Gone to be with Dad, Raymond Cook. A private funeral service will be held next week.

Known as “Cisco”. Late of Eidsvold, formerly of Deception Bay. Passed away peacefully on Thursday, 1st April 2021, aged 85 years. Much loved Husband of Nancy. Beloved Father of Linda, Diane, Russell and Janett. Loving Grandad and Poppa of Raymond, Desmond, Ricky, Karma, Geoffrey, Rachael, Kaden, Ryan, Taiyah, Dylan and Romeo. Loving Brother and Brother-in-law of Judy and Robert (dec’d). Loved Uncle of Kathryn, Christopher and Barbara. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a celebration of Russell’s life to be held graveside at the Eidsvold Lawn Cemetery on Friday, 9th April 2021, commencing at 10 am. COVID-19 restrictions will apply. Hand sanitizing and social distancing is essential. Wearing of masks is recommended.

OGDEN, Dawn Helen (nee McIntyre) Late of Mundubbera. Passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Monday, 29th March 2021, aged 79 years. Cherished Wife of John. Devoted Mother and Mother-in-law of David and Rhonda, Peter (dec’d), Melissa and Rob, Nicki and Ray. Loving Nanna of Brodie, Tully, Zane, Morgan, Neve and Great-Nanna of Kai, Rocco, Koah. Loving Sister-in-law of her family and much loved Aunt of her extended family. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a celebration of Dawn’s life to be held at the Mundubbera RSL Hall on Thursday. 8th April 2021, commencing at 11 am, followed by a private cremation. COVID-19 restrictions apply. Hand sanitizing and social distancing is essential. The service will be livestreamed and those wishing to participate in the livestream, should email Burnett Regional Funeral Services: admin@jenlesley.com.au

MOGG, Kenneth William Known as “Ken” Late of the Golden Orange Hotel, Gayndah, formerly of Brisbane. Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, 24th March 2021, aged 73 years. Much loved Husband of Lorraine. Cherished Father of Kenny, Jodie, Hayley, Josh. Adored Poppy of Jesse, Ashleigh, Ben, Lachie, Tom, Sam, Olivia, Camilla, Charlie and beloved Great-Poppy of Westley, Theo. Loving Brother of Rob, Graham, Val. Much loved Uncle to many and best mate to everyone. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a celebration of Ken’s life to be held at the Gayndah Town Hall on Monday, 29th March 2021, commencing at 11 am, followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to LifeFlight Foundation, Cancer Council of Australia and Diabetes Australia. Envelopes available at the service. COVID -19 restrictions apply. Social distancing and hand sanitizing is essential. The service will be live streamed and those wishing to participate in the live stream should email Burnett Regional Funeral Services on admin@jenlesley.com.au

Known as “Wirsty” Late of Biggenden, formerly of Maryborough. Tragically taken on Wednesday, 10th March 2021, aged 40 years. Devoted Mother and Mother-in-law of Michael and Samantha, Courtney and Lachlan, Marlee, Slayde, Zaidyn. Cherished Daughter of Ray and Gwenda. Precious Nanny of Marley, Chaise, Ryder. Treasured Sister and Sister-in-law of Michael (dec’d), Peter and Amy, Matthew, Shoni and Brendan, Chris. Much loved Aunt of Dylan, Gage, Shaylah, Jack, Zamahla, Nevaeh, Jabari, Tayler, Harper. Best friend to many. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a celebration of Kirsty’s life to be held at the Heritage Chapel, Maryborough Crematorium on Tuesday, 23rd March 2021, commencing at 10 am, followed by interment at the Garden of Rest, Maryborough Lawn Cemetery. COVID-19 rules will apply. Social distancing and hand sanitizing is essential. All guests must sign in using the QR Code available on the day. The service will be livestreamed and those wishing to participate in the livestream should contact Burnett Regional Funeral Services: admin@jenlesley.com.au

Late of Mundubbera, formerly of Deception Bay. Passed away suddenly on Sunday, 7th March 2021, aged 59 years. Adored Father and Father-in-law of Matthew, Nicole and Steve. Loving Son of John (dec’d) and Pauline (dec’d). Beloved Brother and Brother-in-law to Gayle, Kelvin and Jenny, Peter and Mary, Raelene, Ronald, Linda. A wonderful Uncle to his nieces and nephews. A good mate to many. Relatives and friends are warmly invited to attend a celebration of Chris’ life to be held at the Lakeview Chapel, Albany Creek Memorial Park, 400 Albany Creek Road, Bridgeman Downs on Thursday, 18th March 2021, commencing at 11 am. COVID-19 rules will apply. Social distancing and hand sanitising is essential. The service will be live streamed and anyone wishing to participate in the live stream should email Burnett Regional Funeral Services: admin@jenlesley.com.au

Late of Monto. Passed away peacefully on Saturday, 6th March 2021, aged 91 years. Loving Husband of Beryl. Much loved Father and Father-in-law of Greg and Margaret, Desley and Reg, Kel and Jenny, Brad and Connie. Adored Poppy of eight grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren. Cherished Brother and Brother-in-law of Gordon and Carol, May (dec’d) and Bill (dec’d), Jim (dec’d) and Pat (dec’d), Wally (dec’d) and Edna (dec’d), Bill (dec’d) and Anna, Don (dec’d) and Peg. Beloved Uncle to his extended family and best mate to many. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a celebration of George’s life to be held at the Monto Community Hall on Friday, 12th March 2021, commencing at 10 am. George will be interred in the Monto Lawn Cemetery at 9 am prior to the celebration of life. In lieu of flowers, donations to Ridge Haven, Aged Care, Monto, would be appreciated. Envelopes will be available at the service. COVID-19 rules will apply. Social distancing and hand sanitizing is essential. All guests must sign in using the QR Code available on the day. The service at the Community Hall will be live streamed and anyone wishing to participate in this live stream should send an email to: admin@jenlesley.com.au

ROTH, Ellen May (nee Ferra) Late of Gayndah. Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 23 February 2021, aged 86 years. Much loved Wife of Wilfred (dec’d). Dearly loved Mother and Mother-in-law of Ken and Megan, Dale and Sheila, Terry and Dolores. Adored Grandmother and Great-Grandmother of Emily, Gillian, Mitchell (dec’d), Wayne, Hannah and their families. Relatives and Friends are respectfully invited to attend a Celebration of Ellen’s life to be held at the Graveside, Gayndah Lawn Cemetery on Monday, 01 March 2021, commencing at 10am. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the number of attendees will be restricted to 200 and social distancing applies.

PILBEAM, Belinda Ho (nee Tan) Known as “Baby” Late of Degilbo, formerly of The Philippines. Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 16 February 2021, aged 67 years. Much loved Wife of Michael. Cherished Sister of her nine brothers and sisters. Belinda is to be privately cremated. Michael would like to personally thank all of the staff at the Biggenden Hospital for their loving care of his wife Belinda. “Forever in our Hearts”

DOWNS, Terrence John Known as “Terry” Late of Biggenden.  Passed away peacefully on Sunday, 7th February 2021, aged 81 years. Dearly loved Husband of Rachele.  Much loved Father and Father-in-law of Rodney and Tereze (dec’d).  Loved Step-father and Step-father-in-law of Julie and Robert, and Kellie. Adored Grandpa of Ryan, Trent, Jayden, Alex, Isabella, Danielle, Rhain, Gabriel and Justice.  Great-Grandpa of Ethan and Nathan.  Loving Brother and Uncle of Pat, Kevin, Ray and their families. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a celebration of Terry’s life to be held at the Gospel Chapel, George Street, Biggenden on Monday. 15th February 2021, commencing at 10.30 am, followed by a private cremation.  COVID-19 restrictions will apply, numbers will be restricted and socially distancing will be required.  The funeral service will be livestreamed and those wishing to participate in the livestream should email Burnett Regional Funeral Services: admin@jenlesley.com.au