Funeral Notices

Bechly, Cecil George known as “Cec” formerly of Biggenden, passed away unexpectedly on Monday 19th March, 2018 aged 81. Cecil was the devoted Husband of Oriel (dec’d), he was cherished Father, Father-in-Law, Grandfather, Great Grandfather and Brother to his extended family. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a celebration of Cecil’s life to be held at the Degilbo Lawn Cemetery on Thursday 29th March, 2018 commencing at 10am.

Prygoda, Ivan August Eric known as Ivan, Late of Binjour passed away peacefully on Saturday 10th March, 2018 aged 67 years. Ivan was the loving Husband of Sharleen, devoted Father and Father-in-Law to Jewelann and David, Shane and Jodie, Justin (“Gus”), Natalie and Andrew,  Clinton and Celeste. He was adored Grandfather and Great Grandfather to 9 Grandchildren and 2 Great Grandchildren. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a celebration of Ivan’s life at a memorial service at Riverleigh New Apostolic Church, Riverleigh on Friday 16th March, 2018 commencing at 11.00am

Nealie, Dorothy Maud nee Kirk known as “Doris” late of Mundubbera, passed away peacefully on March 2nd, 2018 at Ridgehaven, Monto aged 97 years and 10 months after a short illness. Doris was the dearly loved Wife of Bill (dec’d), much loved Mother and Mother-in -Law of Lyn and Graham and Robyn and Ken. She was the loving Grandmother of Paul and Chris (dec’d), Janelle and Ashley and their extended families. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a celebration of Doris’ life at St John’s Anglican Church, Mundubbera on Friday 9th March, 2018 commencing at 11am, followed by interment at the Mundubbera Monumental Cemetery.

Kreis nee Plater, Gloria Mavis formerly of Gayndah passed away peacefully on Thursday 22nd February, 2018 aged 80 years. Gloria was the beloved Wife of Bill (dec’d), much loved Mother of Janet, Robert, Douglas and Jeffrey, and cherished Grandmother and Great-Grandmother of all of her Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren. Relatives and Friends are respectfully invited to celebrate Gloria’s life at Riverlands A.O.G Church on Tuesday 27th February, 2018 commencing 11am followed by interment at Gayndah Lawn Cemetery.

Dowling, Donald known as “Don” late of Biggenden, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday 18th February, 2018 aged 84 years. Don was the devoted Husband to Shirley (dec’d), much loved Father and Father-in-Law of Geoff and Lyn, Roslyn and Ivan, Phil and Joanne, and Kristine. Don was beloved Pa and Great Pa to his ten Grandchildren and twelve Great-Grandchildren.  Loving Brother and Brother-in-law of Mort and Pamela, Gordon and Merrie Relatives and Friends are respectfully invited to attend a celebration of Don’s life to be held at the Biggenden Memorial Hall on Monday 26th February, 2018 commencing at 10 am. The service will be followed by a private cremation. In Lieu of flowers please make donations payable to the Biggenden Hospital Auxiliary.

Merrett, Lesley Anne late of Proston, passed away unexpectedly on 6th February, 2018 aged 53 years. Lesley was the adored Mother of Isaiah, Ezra and Sarah, and cherished Grandma of Angus. Lesley was the beloved Sister and Sister-in Law of John and Helen, Pierre and Di, Michael, Steven, Sharon, Charlie and David, and she was the much loved Auntie to all of her Nieces and Nephews. Relatives and Friends are respectfully invited to attend a celebration of Lesley’s life at Riverland’s A.O.G Church, Gayndah, on Friday 16th February 2018 commencing at 11 AM immediately followed by burial at Wondai Cemetery.

Mitchell, Terrence known as “Terry” late of Buxton Store, Buxton passed away peacefully on 2nd January, 2018 aged 67 years. Terry was the beloved Husband of Yvonne, adored Father and Father-In-Law of Brendan (dec’d) and Lucas and Julie, loving Grandpa of Will, Ethan, Riley, Ebony and Sammy. Terry will be privately cremated. A memorial service for Terry will be held at a date to be advised, at Buxton Foreshore and Noosa.

Doessel, Cary Mark known as “Mark’ or “Doss” late of Mundubbera, passed away unexpectedly on Monday 29th January, 2018 aged 55. Mark was the adored Husband of Pam, beloved Father and Father-In-Law of Daniel, Adam and Jacinta, Tammy and Andrew. He was loving Pop to Kyle, Madeline, Matthew, Christopher, Alex, Sally, Marly, Lucy and Sarah. The much loved Son of Merle. Brian. Brother and Brother-In-Law to Karen, Kevin, Julie and Wayne, beloved Uncle to his niece and nephews, and great Mate to many. Relatives and Friends are respectfully invited to attend a celebration of Mark’s life on Wednesday 7th February, 2018 at the Mundubbera Town Hall commencing at 10.00AM, followed by interment at the Mundubbera Lawn Cemetery. “Gone Truckin’”

Moss, Susanne Faye Known as “Sue” Late of Spring Gully, Eidsvold passed away peacefully on 22nd January 2018. Sue was the beloved Mother of Michael and Rachael, and devoted Sister to Darrald and John. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a celebration of Sue’s life at the Eidsvold Sports Hall, on Monday 29th January, 2018 commencing at 10.00 AM. To be followed by a private cremation.

WALKER, Roy Garth late of Eidsvold, formerly of Gayndah, passed away peacefully on Wednesday 17th January, 2018 aged 87 years. Roy was the beloved Brother of Ivy (dec’d), Dot, Narelle (dec’d) and Dawn. Roy is to be privately cremated. “Gone Fishin’”