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23.01.2022 Thomas Anthony Patrick O’Callaghan. 20.06.1932 - 15.08.2019 A handsome, jovial fella, with a dry sense of humour. Tom had a glass eye and would often try and trick the nurses when it came to routine check ups. He was also well known for answering the phone, greeting the caller on the other end with Hello - Tgon police station or Good afternoon, Traralgon morgue. A well respected man who was very proud of appearance. Always clean shaven, freshly combed hair and you can b...et your life, Tom would not seen without a comb in his pocket. Tom’s favourite things. Tom lived and breathed sport, especially his beloved Footy. He was an exceptional player, even being offered the opportunity to play for Essendon. He loved lawn bowls, cricket, country music, watching westerns, fishing on the Tambo, and making home brew in his back shed. Every night, Tom would have 2 bottles of beer, often sneaking sips in for his grandchildren when they were around. He was a greyhound trainer, and worked at Traralgon Greyhound, leading the dogs out before they raced. I’m told, that Tom told tales of sneaking sips of a particular vintage to the greyhounds. I am unclear if this was prior to racing, but I have been well informed that apparently it was good for their blood pressure. Fun facts about Tom: He coached Glengarry through to a premiership back in 1959, breaking the clubs premiership drought of 29 years. He managed to kick 16 goals within one game of local football. Finally, Tom and his mate Bill wrote the Glengarry Football club theme song, which as a past Glengarry netballer; I had the honour of singing many times. Tom the first male netball coach around Latrobe Valley coaching at Traralgon Netball club and taking the teams he coached through to win 7 premierships. Aside from loving sport, a beer or port, shit stirring, his family and life itself; the greatest love for Tom and what kept him ticking, was the love of his life - his beloved wife, Lil. They are now together again. *KE PERSONAL NOTE* This service a little closer to my heart as I know most of Tom’s family and friends, so this one was a real tear jerker. Shoulders wide and wings outspread Rest Easy Tom

21.01.2022 Welcome lovely humans, I’m Kellie. I’ve created this space to remember those whose lives have been celebrated through me. Here I will share stories of people and their lives, as some are too incredible not to be shared. Every person is unique and deserves to be celebrated and memories shared. So if you’re up for the journey, then please follow along Photo cred: Dave @danaestudios

18.01.2022 *John Taco Vander Werff* 17.4.5423.5.20 A larger than life man, with a larger than life heart and would you like at that smile! John’s life revolved around his family. John, AKA Mr Beaming moon head AKA The Social Embarrassment, couldn’t be prouder of his children and grand-children. He would give anything to show off them off. But this love and tremendous pride didn’t only sit with his immediate family, it also extended to John’s son in law Michael. In fact John and Michae...l were partners in crime / best mates. Jobn was warm, fun, inappropriate and had a good sense of humour. In fact, that is probably a vast understatement. He was downright naughty at times. John was accident prone, if there was a ladder he‘d fall off it, a wasp’s nest near, he’d find it, a hammer in hand; he’d manage to miss the nails and connect with his thumb. Boisterous, the life of the party and a true salesman - John could sell ice to the Eskimos. But ask him to fix something, and well. You probably wouldn’t. For he was not the best fixer. But he certainly gave anything a go and was always willing to lend a hand. He loved music, The Bombers, but Johns true passion was fishing. If he could find a puddle, he would throw a line in. John was like the pied piper once having 14 kids in tow, walking kms to the good spot of Lake Victoria. Amongst other things, John’s family will miss the noise. When John was around, there was never silence, he was always talking, planning and doing. Lauren will miss her Dad’s warm and strong hands, and his physical presence. He was a big man both in personality and stature so any room the family now enters - will feel much larger without him. Michael (son in law) will miss his side kick who was always up for anything, no matter the challenge. And his grand-children will miss having this beautiful big man in their lives. *KE personal note* This service was another that was dear to me as Johns daughter Lauren is a dear friend. We gave John a good send off and in true John style he left the chapel in a disruptive manner! Once lowered into the hearse, the back bumper was ripped off when they took off. This gave his family a good laughs ... RIP John

17.01.2022 Betty Lorraine Mortlock 31.07.1939 04.12.2019 Tiny in stature big in heart. This little lady has a family that just radiates when they talk about her. They have many funny stories, I was in stitches hearing about things Betty had said and done in her lifetime. In a nutshell, Betty was the Nan we all dream about in the sense of hilarity, cheekiness and love.... When I asked Betty’s family to describe her to me they said she was feisty, loud, had no filter, and for a tiny person she had an insatiable appetite. Betty was the definition of selflessness, she had more energy than all of the family put together, she was fiercely protective and would do anything for anyone. She was very independent and hated asking for help. A hard worker all of her life Get in and get the job done was her motto. Betty was the sort of lady who loved to organize. She was very practical and hated a fuss. Straight down the line, nothing was sugar coated, she had a lot to say and as mentioned above - had zero filter, (which could be embarrassing at times). But she always had a smile and was always the optimist. Betty’s favourite things: She thoroughly enjoyed watching renovation shows on 9 life, The Good Dr, Home & Away, and was extremely invested in the Bachelorette. She loved the simple things in life; home, family, friends, pets, her garden. Fun facts: Betty was a home body, she had a fear of planes, boats and seafood. Luke (Grandson) told me that she almost couldn’t walk into Manny’s market. Apparently, she hated Eddie Maguire and absolutely despised Kylie Minogue. Some of Betty’s grandkids mates, referred to Betty as SWEARING Nan, as she wasn’t shy and loved to drop the f bomb. ~KE PERSONAL NOTE~ This was another service that was close to my heart. I met Nanna Bet at my niece Jez and her best friend Rach’s 21st. I witnessed first-hand Bet’s love for food, when she devoured one of my cob loaves. Leading this service was a beautiful honour; I was welcomed in with love, openness, honesty and trust. As the head of her family since her husband Jim’s passing, Bet did a wonderful job raising a beautiful family. The good times and funny memories will last a lifetime. Rest easy Betty

10.01.2022 *Ludwike (Kasey) Kase* 16.07.1926 - 28.12.2019 This beautiful woman’s story had me hooked from the minute the family began to share it with me. I could honestly go on and on - but I will try my best to give a brief overview.... Ludwike Kase was born in East Prussia, the family migrated to Australia and Kasey learned the English language by listening to the ABC radio, and she almost had it mastered other than the letter V. V was a W (eg; adwice) this is something her family taunted her for. Kasey’s favourite things: family, Christmas, cooking, gardening, sudoko, collecting owls, her VW and being a selfless, giving and caring person. She devoted her time to such organisations as the local lions club, speedway, Apex, CWA and she also ran the girl guides. Kasey is only life member of the Rosedale state school mothers club. She was a very frugal lady anything that could be re-used wouldn’t be thrown out. *A very important message for everyone in our communities right now*. Kasey’s song: M*A*S*H theme song ~KE PERSONAL NOTE~ I am so grateful for the way Kasey’s family welcomed me into their home and shared so many wonderful memories of Kasey and her husband Karl. They came to Australia with nothing and went on to build a beautiful, safe life for they families. Kasey instilled so many important practices and beliefs within her family, I think the most important were to be kind, giving, to love unconditionally, to enjoy the little things, and not to waste anything. I was lucky enough to lend a copy of the family history book written by Kasey. A book (if I am honest), I didn’t want to give back. If there was a woman whom I did not know, that in current times especially, I aspire to be like - It’s Ludwike Kase.

07.01.2022 I would like to offer my services as an end of life planner free of charge to families that have someone terminal within their life. This is already a hard enough time, so let me assist by helping you plan a beautiful end of life celebration. This is a space I want to work in, I want to help people, so I thought I may as well begin my journey by being helpful with zero strings attached. If you or someone you know would like my assistance, please tell me to give me a call. 0418431391 [email protected]

03.01.2022 *Jordan Malcolm Colin White* 05.07.18-19.09.19 This little cowboy has the cheekiest of cheeky grins and oh me oh my, those baby blues. Only 14 precious months with his family and friends, but dear lord did he have a massive impact! Jordy was the beautiful boy his parents had been long awaiting, clearly a Mummy’s boy, with his first word spoken ‘Mum’ but Jordy was also his Daddy’s little lady slayer. Jordy’s favourite things: Mummy Kita’s boob, hot wheels cars, his sisters a...nd big cousin, climbing into the dishwasher, pulling everything out of the cupboard drawers, carrying baby duckies in his mouth and crawling around like a little gorilla. Jordy’s song: ‘Dance Monkey’ ~KE personal note~ This celebration of life rocked me from the initial phone call. I wasn’t actually sure if this was something I could get through. But if someone was going to help this family celebrate this beautiful life, it was going to be me! From the second I entered the home, I was welcomed in like family. We laughed, cried, and shared many beautiful memories. On the day I bonded with Kita, like I’ve never before. Saying goodbye to her little man together before closing his baby blue lid. We then honoured him in the most beautiful way - again with tears of heartache and tears of joy for the life he lived. I will forever hold this family in the highest regard, you are the strongest people I know and I’m so thankful to have met you and helped you celebrate the life that is Jordan Malcolm Colin White. - Fly high little Prince - See more