Upcoming Funerals
Funeral Services Coming Up
O’CONNOR Jerome Joseph
24.3.1938 – 1.4.2025
Adoring husband of Margaret (dec), loving father to Sheree, Jerome and Michael, father-in-law to Chris, Michelle and Shelley. Poppy Jerry to Paige, Jade, Caitlin, Aidan and Henry. Mate to Robert. Great grandfather to Lachlan, Oscar and Harrison.
We hold you close within our hearts,
And there you shall remain,
To walk with us through out our lives,
Until we meet again.
So rest in peace dear Dad,
And thanks for all you’ve done
You will now find him holding up traffic on the heavenly highway.
Remembered in love and laughter – “Unforgettable”.
Thank you to Dr Mooney for his care of Jerry and the dedicated staff at Ainslie.
Funeral Notice
Family and friends of Jerry are warmly invited to attend a service to celebrate his life, to be held on
Friday 4th April 2025 at
Star of the Sea Catholic Church, George Town
Commencing at 4pm.
Livestream: CLICK HERE
ANDERSON, Barry Barton
07.07.1945 – 27.03.2025
Dearly loved husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle and friend.
Barry passed away peacefully and is now in God’s care.
‘It is what it is’
Funeral Notice
Family and friends of Barry are warmly invited to attend a service to celebrate his life on
Saturday 5th April 2025 at
St Peters Chapel 315 St Leonards Road, St Leonards
Commencing at 1.30pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made on the day to Mission to Seafarers.
Livestream: CLICK HERE
SHERRIFF, Rodney Douglas
8.11.1946 - 24.3.2025
Passed away peacefully at Deloraine Hospital after a short illness.
Dearly loved son of Wilton & Zoe Sherriff (both dec).
Cherished brother of Austin (dec) & Valerie, Richard & Judy & David & Cathy.
Dearly loved and devoted husband of Maureen.
Adored father of Janelle & Shayne, Stephen & Erin, Andrew & Danielle.
Precious Poppy Rod to Shantelle, Bradley, Jarrod, Isabella, Sophie, Miley, Riley, Amber & Sierra.
Great Pop to Tiger.
Special friend to Tyson, Lily, Oliver, Olivia, Amelia & Dillon.
Our heartfelt thanks to the Deloraine District Hospital staff for their loving care of Rodney.
A great man now at rest
Funeral Notice
Family and friends of Rodney are warmly invited to attend a service to celebrate his life, to be held on
Friday 4th April 2025 at
Rotary Function Centre, 6 Alveston Dr, Deloraine
Commencing at 1.30pm.
To be followed by interment in the Deloraine Lawn Cemetery.
Livestream: CLICK HERE
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MAHER, Jacqueline Rae (nee Fisher)
23.5.1957-21.3.2025
Dearly loved mother of Kate, Stuart, Christopher and Rachel, doting Nan of Gabbie and Millie. Jacqui proudly raised her family with Alan.
Passed suddenly at home and taken too soon.
Heartfelt thanks to Dr Caroline Mooney and all at GTMC for their care and support.
Funeral Notice
Family and friends of Jacqui are warmly invited to attend a service to celebrate her life to be held on
Friday, March 28, 2025 at
St Paul’s by the Sea Chapel, 224 Low Head Rd. Low Head
Commencing at 1 pm.
To be followed by interment in the George Town Lawn Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Cancer Council‘s transport2treatment service would be appreciated and can be made on the day.
HINE, Melissa Jane (nee Jones)
09.09.1977 – 14.03.2025
Dearly loved wife of Darren.
Cherished mum of Tiarna & mother-in-law of Josh.
Adored 'Nanny Lissa' of Carter Rex.
Loving daughter of Ivan & Charmaine and sister of Allan & Ivan Jnr. Adored Auntie and great Auntie of Calista, Brittany Chelsea, Hazel, Leah, Allan, Bryce, Oliver, Jaxon, Oaklee, Malaki.
Loved DIL of Graeme and Judy and sister-in-law of Sonia.
Loved fur mum of Cocco xxx
Funeral Notice
Family and friends of Melissa are warmly invited to attend a service to celebrate her life, to be held on
Wednesday March 26th 2025 at
The Punchbowl Centre, 100 Punchbowl Rd. Launceston
Commencing at 2.00pm.
To be followed by interment in the Carr Villa Lawn Cemetery
HARDWICKE, Lillian May
21.08.1936 - 13.03.2025
Loved wife of Phillip (dec).
Loving mother and mother-in-law of Geoffrey & Maree, Leanne and Marcus.
Loved Grandmother of Brandon & Brooke, Rebekah & Raechel; Fletcher; Jodie & Tim.
Loved great grandmother to Luca & Gia; Isla & Edith.
Funeral Notice
Family and friends are warmly invited to attend a service to celebrate Lillian's life, to be held on
Friday 21st March 2025 at
Scottsdale RSL Club.
Commencing at 11:00am
Followed by a burial at Ellesmere Lawn Cemetery.
Livestream: CLICK HERE
THOW, Paul Anthony “Thowy”
29.2.1980 - 7.3.2025
Dearly loved partner of Jo.
Loved dad of Erica and Ace.
Loved by all his family and friends.
Funeral Notice
Family and friends of Paul are warmly invited to attend a service to celebrate his life to be held on
Monday 17th March 2025 at
Cornwall Hall, Cornwall Tas.
Commencing at 11:00am
Followed by Interment in the St. Marys Cemetery returning for refreshments at the hall.
WHITE, James (Jim)
Ex Scotsman
31.07.1926 -10.03.2025
Jim passed away peacefully and is now reunited with his beloved Jemin.
A wonderful man who will be missed
Funeral Notice
Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service to celebrate Jim’s life to be held on
Monday 17th March 2025 at
Riverlands Centre, Longford
Commencing at 2pm.
HANSON, Helen Joan
10.12.1938 - 1.3.2025
Passed away peacefully with family by her side.
Dearly loved wife of Ken for 68 years.
Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Cheryl & Mark (both dec); Craig (dec) & Helene; Tanya; Lynda & Patrick.
Adored Nanny of Rikki, Hayley, James; Brent; Lydia, Jason, and Kyle, and great Nanny of all her great grandchildren.
Resting Peacefully
Funeral Notice
Family and friends of Helen are warmly invited to attend a service to celebrate her life, to be held on
Wednesday 12th March 2025 at
The Riverlands Centre, 159 Wellington St. Longford.
Commencing at 2pm.
In lieu of flowers donations to National Breast Cancer Foundation would be appreciated and may be made at the service.
Livestream: CLICK HERE
WALKER, Michael Thomas
22.8.1954 – 28.2.2025
Dearly Loved father of Wayne and Michelle and brother of Allan (dec) and Peter. Friend of Dianne.
Sadly Missed
Funeral Notice
Family and friends of Michael are warmly invited to attend a service to celebrate his life, to be held on
Tuesday 11th March 2025 at
Punchbowl Christian Centre, 100 Punchbowl Rd Launceston.
Commencing at 11am.
In lieu of flowers donations to the Cancer Council would be appreciated and may be made at the service.
Livestream:
CLICK HERE
SCOTT, Nicole Maree (Nikki)
11.8.1986 - 23.2.2025
Dearly loved and loving daughter of David (dec) & Maree.
Treasured Mum of Jayden & Oscar.
Loved & loving sister & best mate of Danielle.
Loved & cherished by all who knew her.
Funeral Notice
Relatives & friends are respectfully invited to attend the service to celebrate Nikki's life on
Friday 7th of March 2025 at
Punchbowl Christian Centre, 100 Punchbowl Rd. Launceston
Commencing at 2pm.
RICKETTS, Colin David
24.2.1937 - 26.2.2025
Dearly Loved and loving husband of Marlene of 65 years.
Loved father and father-in-law and pop of Shane & Gemma; Tania, Zoe; and "Jedda".
No More Pain
Always Loved
Funeral Notice
Family and friends of Colin are warmly invited to attend a memorial service to celebrate his life, to be held on
Thursday, 6th March 2025 at
the Bunker Club, Bridport.
Commencing at 1.30pm
BLACKBERRY, Kathleen Patricia
12.6.1928 -26.2.2025
Passed away peacefully at L.G.H.
Beloved wife of Claude (dec.)
Loved mother and mother-in-law of Cheryle & Brian (dec.), Penney, Geoff (dec.) & Pam, Tony & Heather, Rex & Nola, Roger & Julie, Ann & Peter Tatnell, John & Rachel, Carolyn & Michael Lack.
Loving Nan & Gran to all her grand, great and great, great grandchildren.
Always Remembered
Funeral Notice
Family and friends of Kath are warmly invited to attend a service to celebrate her life to be held on
Wednesday 5th March 2025 at
Valley Christian Church, Exeter,
Commencing at 1pm.
Donations to Care Flight would be appreciated and may be made at the service.
RADFORD, Michael Barry
14.12.1971 – 20.2.2025
Passed away as the result of an accident with family by his side.
Loving dad of Bradley, Summa, Kirby, Eric, Mackayla, Jay and Shianne and partner of Natalie. Loved Pop.
Dearly loved son of Pam and Barry and stepson of Adrian and Trish.
Loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle of Lucinda & Tony; Katrina & Andrew; Jason & Belinda and step brother of Meegan, Andrew and Jessica.
Fly High with the angels; til we meet again.
Funeral Notice:
Family and friends of Michael are warmly invited to attend a graveside service of farewell to be held on
Friday 28th February 2025 at the
Beaconsfield Cemetery
Commencing at 1pm
RUDLING, Virginia Anne
22.10.1958 - 21.2.2025
Passed away peacefully at home.
Dearly loved and loving wife of Ray.
Loved mother of Robert, Rachel & Jamie; and loved by Troy, and all of their families.
Adored & treasured Nanny and Gran to all her Grand and Great Grandchildren.
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Beloved daughter of Robert & Georgina Wheldon (both dec.)
Loved sister and sister in law of many.
"Loved & missed by all"
Funeral Notice
Relatives & friends are respectfully invited to attend the service to celebrate Virginia's life at the
Punchbowl Christian Centre, 100 Punchbowl Road on
Monday 3rd March, 2025
Commencing at 1pm.
In lieu of flowers a donation to the Holman Clinic would be appreciated and may be made at the service.