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Ann Freeman’s Funeral

by paynelessmedia | Dec 11, 2017 | Ceremonies, Funerals

Ann was a beautiful Scottish lady who was the Mother of a very dear friend of mine. Ann traveled the world with her Husband Bill and together they had two beautiful children before Bill’s work brought them to Australia. Ann was a magnificent cook and passed on...

Vilema (Vera) Mucha Celebration of Life

by paynelessmedia | May 29, 2017 | Ceremonies, Funerals

Vera was a second mother to me so it was a great honor to be asked by her two daughters to lead the Celebration of her Life. She and her husband Vic immigrated from the Czech Republic just after WWII. She could not speak the language and the countryside was so...

Charles R Funeral

by paynelessmedia | Oct 7, 2016 | Ceremonies, Funerals

Charles was a gentle man who served in the Army in his youth. He and his lovely wife loved renovating houses of which they completed 17 in all. Charles loved his gardens especially his roses. He lost his battle with Cancer at the 82. RIP Charles.

Valma H Funeral

by paynelessmedia | Sep 9, 2016 | Ceremonies, Funerals

Valma was a great pianist but preferred to tend her garden, knit, sew and look after her two children. She was 93 when she lost her battle with Cancer but will be lovingly remembered by her children and grandchildren. It was an honor to lead the Service to say goodbye...

Ottenio D’O Funeral

by paynelessmedia | Jul 22, 2016 | Ceremonies, Funerals

In March 1953, at the age of 31 Ottenio immigrated to Australia from Italy. Ottenio loved cars, trucks, food and vino, but he especially loved his sport, particularly soccer and Lawn Bowls. He lived for his family but sadly at the age of 84 he lost his battle but will...

Ivy’s Memorial

by paynelessmedia | Nov 8, 2015 | Ceremonies, Funerals

Ivy was a lovely English lady who commuted between her family in England and Australia. When Ivy passed away back home in England her family here wanted a Memorial Ceremony where they could express their feelings. I was contacted by Ivy’s daughter Sue, who had...

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