Funeral Notices

HUNTER, Noel Garnett Known as “Noely” Late of Gayndah, passed away peacefully after a long hard struggle on Saturday 14th July, 2018, aged 83 years. Noel was the loveable Husband of Edna, much adored Father and Father-in-Law to Colleen, Wendy and Stephen, Sandra and Jorg, and Tony; also the cherished Grandad and Dadda to 11 Grandchildren and 15 Great-Grandchildren. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a celebration of Noel’s life on Friday 20th July, 2018 at St Matthew’s Anglican Church, Gayndah commencing at 11.00 am, followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers, please make donations payable to “The Lung Foundation Australia”.  Envelopes will be available at the service.

CAMPBELL, Gloria Anaayis late of the Gunther Retirement Village, Gayndah, passed away peacefully on Saturday 7th July, 2018 aged 88 years.  Gloria will be much missed by her family at Gunther Village. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a celebration of Gloria’s life at a graveside service, at the Gayndah Lawn Cemetery on Wednesday 11th July, 2018 commencing 3.00 pm.

KING,Brian Joseph known as “Kingy”, late of Mundubbera (BK Bucking Bulls) taken tragically on 23rd June, 2018 aged 58 years. Brian was the devoted Husband of Kerri, adored Father and Father-in-Law of Kandiece and Justin, much loved Grandfather of Maddilyn, loving Son, Brother, Uncle and Cousin to his extended family, and great mate to many. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a celebration of Kingy’s life, to be held at Mundubbera Town Hall on Monday 2nd July, 2018 commencing at 10.00am. Followed by private cremation.

BAYNTUN, Daphne Edith known as “Daph” late of Pioneer Lodge and Gardens, Bundaberg formerly of Biggenden passed away peacefully on Wednesday 20th June, 2018 aged 92 years. Daphne was the devoted Wife of Cyril (dec’d); loving Mother and Mother-in-Law to Jeff (dec’d), Cheryl, and Leanne. She was the adored Grandmother of Brett, Rachel, Jayne, Roxanne, Matthew and Kristopher, the beloved Sister of Joyce (dec’d), Herbert (dec’d), Leslie (dec’d), Allan (dec’d) and Stella. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a celebration of Daphne’s life to be held at St John’s Anglican Church, Edward Street, Biggenden, on Thursday 28th June, 2018 commencing at 11.00am, followed by interment in the Degilbo Lawn Cemetery.

YOUNG, Desley Elaine known as “Des”, formerly of Gayndah passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday 19th June, 2018 aged 49 years. Desley was the dearly loved Daughter of Sylvia Young, and Don and Beverley Young, loving Partner of Richard, beloved Sister and Sister-in-Law of Gavin and Rebecca, Angelene, Darren and Laura. She was the adored Aunt to her ten Nieces and Nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a celebration of Desley’s life to be held on Friday 29th June at the Gayndah RSL Hall, commencing at 11.00am, followed by interment in the Gayndah Lawn Cemetery. in lieu of flowers please make donations payable to the Royal Brisbane Women’s Hospital I.C.U. Envelopes available at the service.  

CONROY, Peter John Known as “Piddling Pete” Late of Gayndah passed away peacefully on Friday 25 May 2018, aged 69 years. Much loved Father and Rock of the family for: Kelly, Nicholas, Johnathan and families. Brother of Barry (dec’d), James, Michael, Patricia and families. Uncle and Supportive Friend to many. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a celebration of Peter’s life to be held at St Mel’s Catholic Church, 88 Ipswich Street, Esk on Monday 11 June 2018, commencing at 11:30am, followed by interment at the Esk Lawn Cemetery.

ADAMS, Isaac Colin Known as “Col” Late of Mundubbera formerly of Eidsvold passed away peacefully on Thursday 24 May 2018, aged 70 years. Beloved Husband of Margaret. Loving Son of Isaac (dec’d) and Jesse Adams (dec’d) and friend to many. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a funeral service for Col on Thursday 31 May 2018, at the Gayndah Presbyterian Church, commencing at 10.00AM, followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to The Leukemia Foundation. Envelopes available at the funeral service.

GAGEN, Desmond George Known as “Des” Late of Mundubbera. Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 22 May 2018, aged 85 years. Devoted Husband of Betty. Adored Father and Father-in-law of David and Colleen, Wayne and Pete, Margi, Warren and Rhonda (dec’d), Bruce and Kirsten, Helen and Tim, Christine and Vesa. Much loved Stepfather of Cathy and John, Jan and Graham, Yvonne and Graham, Robyn, Sue and Neil, Kaylene. Loving Grandfather and Great-Grandfather to his grandchildren. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a celebration of Des’ life to be held at the Mundubbera Baptist Church on Saturday, 26 May 2018 commencing at 11 am. PLEASE NOTE: A private interment will precede the funeral service. In lieu of flowers, donations to Baptist World Aid would be appreciated. Envelopes available at the service.

McGILVERY, Keith Lloyd (79308 RAAF) Late of Gayndah. Passed away peacefully on Monday, 21 May 2018, aged 96 years. Loving Husband of Phyllis. Much loved Father and Father-in-law of Bruce and Clare, Robin and Annemaree, Karen and Paul. Adored Grandad Keith to his nine Grandchildren and nineteen Great-grandchildren and six Great-great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a celebration of Keith’s life to be held at the Gayndah RSL Hall on Friday, 25 May 2018, commencing at 1 pm, followed by interment in the Gayndah Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Gayndah Blue Care. Envelopes available at the service.

Kane, Lena late of Gunther Village, Gayndah, 09/03/1918 – 30/04/2018. A much loved centenarian. Members of the Dobson-Cowie families, St Matthew’s Congregation, Gayndah Bowls Club and  The Red Cross respectfully invite relatives and friends of the Gayndah Community to a celebration of Lena’s life, to be held at St Matthew’s Anglican Church on Tuesday 8th May,2018 commencing at 10.30am. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Anglicare, The Red Cross or The Flying Doctors. Donation envelopes available at the service.