GRAY Enid (Rene) May

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GRAY Enid (Rene) May

Passed away peacefully on 13th April 2019

Dearly loved mother of Graham, Gwenda, Ian, and Brian.

Cherished grandma to David, Allicia, Amy, Typhanie, Caitlin, James, Matthew and Penny.

Loving great grandma to Mason, Cooper, Amity, Lacey, Emily and Jasmine.

A real inspiration in this world has gone

Family and friends are cordially invited to attend Rene’s Memorial service in the Village Hall Wondall Gardens 410 Wondall Road Manly West at 11: am on Tuesday April 23, 2019

EDWARDS Malcolm

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EDWARDS Malcolm

Malcolm passed away peacefully n the Redcliffe Hospital on Thursday 11th April 2019. At the time of his passing he was surrounded by the love of his family.

Malcolm was just 72 years of age at the time.

Malcolm will be deeply missed by his loving wife and soul mate Pat and their children – Katrina Tracy Michele and their partners.

Malcolm or granddad as he was better known will also be sadly missed by his adoring grandchildren Debra, Melissa, Shelby, Mitchell and Patrice.

At this time Malcolm’s family would like to thank the Doctors, Nurses and support staff of the Redcliffe Hospital for the care and attention that they showed to Malcolm and his family.

Malcolm was born in London. He immigrated to Australia with his wife of 6 weeks Pat in 1968.They had 3 daughters and 5 grandchildren.  He loved and was so very proud of each and every one of his family.

Malcolm’s family and friends are warmly invited to attend his celebration of life service that will be held in the chapel of the Great Northern Garden of Remembrance Crematorium 31/35 Tallowwood Drive Deception Bay on Thursday 18th April 2019 commencing 1pm.  Following this, to raise a glass at the Leagues club in Redcliffe.

 

MORSER Carol Jean

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Originally from Concord West New South Wales and late of Nundah Queensland.

Carol passed away unexpectedly at her home in Nundah at the time of her passing Carol was just 79 years of age.

Carol has now re-joined her loving husband Don who passed before her.  Carol also leaves behind her darling daughter Jennifer and her partner Dominic.

Carol or Mama as she was better known will also be sadly missed by her grandson Edward who will forever remember her for the wonderful times they had together as well as the unconditional love that can only exist between a grandparent and grandchild.

Carol grew up with her brother Graham and their parents Jess and Rufus in Concord West.  She couldn’t wait to travel the world and lived in London and the USA before returning with Don to live in Victoria and then Queensland.

Carol’s family and friends are warmly invited to attend her celebration of life service that will be held in the Chapel of the Pinnaroo Crematorium 285 Grahams Road Bridgeman Downs (Within the grounds of the Pinnaroo Lawn Cemetery) on Thursday 11th April 2019 commencing at 11 am

Also check out Carol’s Funeral Zone Memorial Page on our website

IN REMEMBRANCE OF THOSE WHO HAVE PASSED

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IN REMEMBRANCE OF THOSE WHO HAVE PASSED

 

The Management and Staff of Academy Funerals and Polynesian Funerals would like to acknowledge those who have passed during the month of February 2018 / 2019.  We also offer our sincere condolences to their families and thank them for the trust that they have shown in allowing Academy Funerals to be of service to them at such a sad time.

Andrew Earl Taikato

August Martin Nikau-Elisara

Benjamin Paul Pomare

Betty Joan Menyweather

Colin Harold Osborne

David JohnTanner

Faseleni Pau Lesoa

Florence May Macandie

Geogette Ho We Chung

Gwendoline Ruth Maller

Isaiah Luatua

Jeanette Anne Keane

John Edgar Norton

John Thomas Pratt

Joshua Patrick Kenworthy Malcolm

Judith Ann Ward

Laraine Gail Ross

Leonard Albert Enstrom

Margaret June Paroz

Maureen Cheril Zuch

Melvyn Thomas Martin

Mervyn Sheffy Mohammed Deen

Milos Miladinovic

Patricia Viola Todd

Richard John Prescott

Robert Hector Shearwin

Tataio Magele

Tony Manuera Peno Coyne

Yolanda Pope

 

Cayetana Roldan Ocheita de Morataya

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Cayetana Roldan Ocheita de Morataya

Born in Guatemala City on the 7th of August 1931. As of late she lived in Brisbane, Australia with her son Cornelio Noe Morataya.  Cayetana passed away unexpectedly at her home on Wednesday 20th March 2019.  At the time of her passing Cayetana was only 87 years of age.

Cayetana has now re-joined the love of her life and soulmate Fleix who passed before her.  Cayetana will also be sadly missed by her loving children Cesar, Corneilo and their partners.

Our dearest Tana will also be deeply missed by her adoring grandchildren: Evelyn, Elvin, Cynthia, Alejandra, Felix, Uri, Cesar each of whom will have fond memories of her and the special bond that can only be felt between a grandchild and grandparent.

Cayetana will be privately cremated and a memorial service will be held in her honour on the 4th of April at Our Lady of Lourdes at Sunnybank.

She will forever be in everyone’s hearts.

Nace en la Ciudad de Guatemala el 7 de agosto de 1931, sus padres fueron VICTOR ROLDÀN CORDERO y JUANA OCHAITA, Nació en el seno de una familia muy pobre, creció junto a tres hermanos varones.  Desde niña tuvo que trabajar muy duro ayudando principalmente a su mamá.

Siendo una niña de 14 años comenzó a trabajar en el Instituto Para Señoritas Belén, allí aprendió el arte de la cocina, Luego trabajó con los Novella.

En 1951 se casó con ni padre, Félix de Jesús Morataya, y de esa unión nació mi Hermano Cornelio y yo (César).

Fue la madre más entregada a su hogar cuidando de sus hijos con gran Amor, ella nos enseñó desde que éramos niños a estar cerca de Dios, pudimos apreciar que ayudaba a quien se lo solicitara, visitando a los enfermos, aconsejando a niños para que fueran buenos hijos y buenos ciudadanos.

Fue muy emprendedora, puso sus negocios, con lo cual pudo sostenernos a nosotros y proporcionar los medios para poder estudiar.

Dios le proporcionó todas las virtudes ya que siempre fue JUSTA, BUENA, HONESTA, INTEGRA, DIGNA, HUMILDE y lo más importante siempre cerca de DIOS.

Also check out Cayetana’s Funeral Zone Memorial Page on our website

TROTTER Maureen Evelyn

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Originally from Kilkivan Queensland, and late of Rochedale.

Maureen passed away peacefully in the Logan Hospital on Saturday 23rd March 2019.  At the time of her passing Maureen was just 84 years of age.

Maureen leaves behind the love of her life and soulmate Ray and loving children Raymond and Pauline.

Maureen, or Grandma as she was better known, also leaves behind her adoring grandchildren Stephanie, Jasmine, Vernice, Jack and great grandchildren, Euna and Laurence; who will remember her for her generous and unconditional love, and her strong, bright and forthright personality.

Maureen was renowned as an avid gardener and her creative passion for arts, crafts and cooking were shared with her daughter and granddaughters alike.

Maureen was an adventurer from long ago and travelled far and wide connecting with family and attaining life long friendships she held very dearly. She had a deep sense of family and community, generous with her time and labour.

Maureen’s family and friends are warmly invited to attend her celebration of life service that will be held in the Chapel of the Mt Gravatt Crematorium 582 Mains Road Macgregor (Within the grounds of the Mt Gravatt Cemetery) on Tuesday 2nd April 2019 commencing at 11:00am.

FORTUNA Evelyn Anna

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FORTUNA Evelyn Anna

Originally from Graz, Austria and late of Fortitude Valley Queensland

Evelyn passed away peacefully on Friday 15 March 2019, at the young age of just 75 years

Evelyn leaves behind her loving children Nick and Janina and their partners, Ksenia and Justin.

Evelyn or “Omi” as she was better known also leaves behind her adoring grandchildren Daniel, Andreas, Aurelia, Dominic and Angelica who will forever remember her for the unconditional love that she gave to each of them.

At this time Evelyn’s family would like to thank the Doctors, Nurses and Carers of Villa Maria Nursing Home for the loving care and attention that they gave to make Evelyn’s final days as happy and peaceful as possible.

Evelyn’s family and friends are warmly invited to attend her celebration of life service in the chapel of the Villa Maria nursing home 171 St Paul’s Terrace Fortitude Valley (entrance on Warren St) on Wednesday 20th March 2019 Commencing at 1:00 pm

 

Enid “Lorraine” Maden

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Enid “ Lorraine” passed away peacefully in the Greenslopes Private Hospital Greenslopes Brisbane on Wednesday 13th March 2019. At the time of her passing Enid Lorraine was just 98 years of age.

Enid “Lorraine” has left behind her loving children Lorraine, Marlene, Floyd and their partners and has now re-joined her other two children Darrel and Lyndel who passed before her.

Enid “Lorraine” or Nana or Great Nana as she was better known will also be sadly missed by her adoring grandchildren Heleena, John, Anthony, Donna, Brian, Peter, Greg, Craig, Paul, Casey, Deanne, Nathan, Carly, Tracy-Lee, Darrel, (Dec) and Tory and great grandchildren Jessica, Brayden, Shyla, Evie, Zahn, Sunny, Astra, Tyronne, Brycen, Tiarne, Keegan, Teal, Paige, Chloe, Cory, Hope, Chase, Sienna, Zac, Chelsea, Jared, Shauntaine, Kaycee, Hunter, Summer, Natalie, Joshua, Zachary, Jake, Clair, Illiana, Khyle, Jordan, Jake, Lachlan, Indiana, Rhyder, Jett,

Great great grandchildren; Tia, Lelynd, Miriam, Ida-shay, T-Leah, Aurora, Charlie, Braxton, Henry, and Audrina, each of whom will remember her for that special bond that can only exist between a grandparent and grandchild. The bond that makes each child feel special. While at the same time lovingly crafting a blanket or jumper to comfort them

At this time Enid “Lorraine’s” family would like to thank the Doctors, Nurses and support staff of the Greenslopes private Hospital and Arcare Slacks Creek for the love, care and attention that they gave to Lorraine and her family that made her final days as peaceful and happy as possible.

Lorraine’s family would like to invite all of her friends and relatives to attend her celebration of life service that will be held in the chapel of the Mt Gravatt Crematorium 582 Mains Road Macgregor (Within the Grounds of the Mt Gravatt Cemetery) on Thursday 21st March 2019. The service will commence at 10:00 Am

In lieu of flowers donations to the Heart Foundation would be appreciated

SHEPHERD Margaret Wynter

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SHEPHERD Margaret Wynter

Our dear wife, mother, aunt, sister and friend was born in Mt Isa and lived a full and happy life in country New South Wales and Queensland.

Following family tradition Margaret attended Australia’s oldest Anglican school for girls St Catherine’s School in Waverley, Sydney. She attended finishing school in Kirribilli and then commenced her nursing training at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney in 1950. Following her training Margaret nursed in Forbes, New South Wales.

Margaret married Richard Reid Breckenridge at 24 and lived happily on the family property Wando, near Winton, until his tragic and untimely death in 1963.

She and her three young children David, Tony and Shirley then moved to Cowra in Central New South Wales to be close to family and friends and rebuild their lives. After five years in Cowra she courted and married Lex Shepherd in 1969.

Margaret, Lex and the children moved to a beautiful property, Lincoln Park west of Dalby, Queensland to commence family life in 1969. Their daughter, Jennifer, arrived two years later to complete their family.

A superb cook, gardener and homemaker Margaret dedicated years of service to the St John’s Anglican Church in Dalby teaching Sunday School, Religious Education, leading women’s Bible Study groups and in her roles as Secretary or President of the Mothers’ Union. She was known as a gracious and loving lady sharing her wisdom and love with anyone who needed support.

She and Lex retired to Buderim in 2010 where she enjoyed her final years gardening, singing with Lex and spending time with her beloved family.

After more than 49 years of happy marriage Margaret passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family at Buderim Views Aged Care on Friday 15th March 2019.  At the time of her passing Margaret was 87 years of age.

Margaret will be deeply missed by her husband and soulmate Lex and her loving children, David, Tony, Shirley, Jennifer and their partners.

Margaret or “Mama” as she was better known will also be sadly missed by her adoring grandchildren James, Claire, Alex, Reid, Charlie and Nina. They will always remember her for the unconditional love that can only exist between a grandmother and grandchild.

At this time Margaret’s family would like to extend a heart felt thank you to the Doctors, Nurses and Support staff at Buderim Views Aged Care for the amazing love that they so freely gave to Margaret and her family in her final years. The dedicated love and assistance they gave to make Margaret’s passing as peaceful and happy as possible was outstanding.

Margaret’s family and friends are respectfully invited to attend her life celebration service that will be held at St Mark’s Anglican Church 7-17 Main Street Buderim Queensland Tuesday 19th March 2019.  Margaret’s service will commence at 2:00pm and will be followed by a light afternoon tea.

For further information please contact Academy Funerals 617 3261 8222 or E-mail mail@academyfunerals.com.au  or visit our website www.academyfunerals.com.au

Also check out Margaret’s Funeral Zone Memorial Page on our website

LENNOX Steven Ross

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LENNOX Steven Ross

Steven passed away unexpectedly at his home in Windsor, Brisbane, 6th March 2019.  At the time of his passing Steven was only 36 years of age.

Steven will be sadly missed by his parents, Mark and Bridgette, his brothers Christopher and David and his sister Candace, his extended family and loved ones.

Steven holds a special place in our hearts and with his passing comes the heartache and sorrow that is left behind due to his early departure from this life. There is no explanation, no words of comfort that can minimise what his untimely death means to us.

Mark, Bridgette, Christopher, Candace and David warmly invite all those who wish to pay their respects to Steven to attend his celebration of life service. We ask that you share memories, photos and/or stories of the child, the boy and the man. He touched our lives and we are enriched for having been privileged to be able to share some of his life experience.  Steven’s service will be held in the Chapel of the Pinnaroo Crematorium, (within the grounds of the Pinnaroo Cemetery) 285 Graham Road Bridgeman Downs.   Wednesday 20th March 2019. The service will commence at 10.00am

For further information please contact Academy Funerals 617 3261 8222 or E-mail mail@academyfunerals.com.au  or visit our website www.academyfunerals.com.au

Also check out Steven’s Funeral Zone Memorial Page on our website