Obituaries

VAN DORT Reynold – 15.10.1932 – 20.07.2024 Our much loved Dad/Grandfather and Great Grandfather has very peacefully gone to God and re-united with our beautiful Mum Lydia. Dad will be truly missed by all , as he was a huge presence in our lives. We remember our darling Dad’s precious moments, his sense of humour and all the good times we shared with him. In our hearts forever. Cherished and  loved always. Deb and Phil Evan and Illy Lee Candice Ollie and Jax Della and Ian (dec) Cameron Julienne Genevieve and Dominic Jordan Lease and Wallace May Dad rest in peace forevermore. In God’s Loving Care ...

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RIP – MAUREEN RAYMOND (1937-2024) – By Upali Obeyesekere – Toronto, Canada A Life Well Lived for Others! The phrase, “She came, she saw, she conquered,” is popularly attributed to Julius Caesar – but the phrase has also been used in poetry and literature to convey the idea of someone’s irresistible power or influence. Such a person was Maureen Raymond who passed away in her sleep at home in Burlington on Saturday, July 20. It was family and core group of old friends and new who bid farewell to 86-year-old Maureen at Smith’s Funeral Homes in Burlington. Here was a lady who went totally out of her way to help many people in many ways lying still at the Funeral Home while eulogies poured out with her kindness, passion for culinary arts, selflessness, and the numerous sacrifices she made for others. Heather Maureen De Alwis married James Raymond (Jimmy) of ...

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Tributes to former MP Jude Perera Obituary: PERERA A FUNERAL SERVICE FOR THE LATE MR JUDE PERERA WILL BE HELD IN THE CUMULUS STRATUS CHAPEL, BUNURONG MEMORIAL PARK, 790 FRANKSTON DANDENONG ROAD, DANDENONG SOUTH, VIC 3175 0N WEDNESDAY 31 2024 COMMENCING AT 9.30 AM TO 10.300 AM FOLLOWED BY A BURIAL AND FUNCTION J.B.DIAS FUNERALS 0412570102 Former Cranbourne Labor MP Jude Perera has died at the age of 71 Source : cranbournenews His family announced with “deep sadness” on social media on 23 July that their “beloved father, grandfather and our whole family’s rock passed away”. Perera was the first Sri Lankan-born and –educated MP elected to a lower house of parliament in Australia in 2002. He served four terms, retiring in 2018 after a long battle with renal disease and two kidney transplants. Several current state MPs such as Lee Tarlamis, Pauline Richards and Tim Richardson paid tribute to their ...

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Obituaries – Reynold Vandort It is with deep regret the family of Reynold Vandort announce the passing of their much loved dad, grandad and great granddad on July 20 in Melbourne. Reno Vandort was 90 at the time of his demise after a short illness. He was a highly respected and much loved personality among many friends and relatives. His passing will leave a huge void in the hearts and minds of many.  May his soul rest in the loving care of the almighty.    VAN DORT, Reynold Publication: Herald Sun Date Listed: 26/7/2024 Location: Mulgrave Our much loved Dad/Grandfather and Great Grandfather has very peacefully gone to God and re-united with our beautiful Mum Lydia. Dad will be truly missed by all , as he was a huge presence in our lives. We remember our darling Dad’s precious moments, his sense of humour and all the good times we shared with him. In our ...

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Ramya Darmalingam (85) of Sydney, Australia Passed Away peacefully on July 17th 2024 Wife of late Bala Darmalingam. Beloved mother of Nupika Darmalingam, Chaya Buhari and Rashi Jayasinghe. Adored Grandmother of Yannick, Tristan & Netanya Darmalingam, Kiara & Naomi Buhari & Taliya & Shakiera Jayasinghe. Loving Mother-in-law of Rosalie Darmalingam, Saif Buhari and Lalantha Jayasinghe. Beloved sister of Prema Fernando (late), Wije Gunasinghe (late), Padma Gunasinghe (late), Sugga Gunasinghe (late), Kusuma Gunasinghe (late), Channa Gunasinghe (late) and Nimal Gunasinghe. Loving Sister-in-law of Marlene, Swinimal & Suranganie (late) Gunasinghe, Titus Fernando (late) & Pushpanathan (late). A ‘Celebration of Ramya’s life’ will be held on: Monday 22nd July 2024 at 2.30pm Location: Camilla Chapel, Macquarie Park Crematorium, Cnr Delhi and Plassey Road, North Ryde 2113. Live stream link:  https://streaming.naoca.com.au/e/772c08b2-dc94-41a2-9448-7a35bc54a21c Pin:9621 Funeral on Monday 22 July 2:30pm 2.30pm – 4pm Funeral Service followed by a Wake in the function centre.   Click here to ...

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Judy Rutnam (86) of Los Angeles, Ca. Passed Away on July 13th, 2024 Judy Rutnam passed away on July 13th, 2024 in Vancouver, Washington. Former wife of Chandran Rutnam. Beloved mother of James and Daniel Rutnam and Evelyn Bey. Grandmother of Diana Davis and Natasha Morisette, Kumara and Yusuf Bey III. Mother in law of Shalina Rutnam and Yusuf Bey. Sister in law of the late Rajah and Patsy Rutnam, Patrick and Indrani Wye, Jayam and Gina Rutnam, Rene and Iswari Camou, Dennis Rutnam, John and Padmini Johns and George and Sonia Rutnam. Aunt of Vanessa Weinberg, Dennis Andre Rutnam, Kshirabdhi Page, Padmini Anne Rios, Maria Berry, Aliki and Jean-Louis, Jon Jayam Camou and Jenai Sassani, Sheriene Bacon, Christopher and Andrew Johns, Patrick and Gavin Rutnam. A “Celebration of Life” will be at a later date.   Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered ...

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 Vale Cedric Direckze Cedric Direckze, Old Josephian and brother of Vivian, has passed away. He was captain of the College rugger team, and played cricket for college. He was also a ruggerite with the CR&FC club. Funeral: Thursday 11 July 2024 Sacred Heart Church 1 Keenan Street Mona Vale.   A wake will follow in the Church hall. ...

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Obituary – Abeyagunewardena JP, Don Vinee 20/1/1932 – 6/7/2024 Beloved husband of Kamala, devoted father of Takshan & Prasanna. Loving father-in-law of Manisha & Himalee, doting grandfather of Siluni, Hansali & Charmaine.   Family & friends are warmly invited to attend a celebration of Vinee’s life on Monday 15th July, at  Northern Suburbs Crematorium, 199 Delhi Rd North Ryde, in the East Chapel commencing at 2:30pm. ...

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Obituary: ALDONS, Hugh Cecil ( 6.4.1925 – 28.6.2024 ) A Service of Thanksgiving and Celebration of the Life of Hugh Cecil Aldons will be held at St David’s Anglican Church, 4 Redholme Street, Moorabbin on Monday 8th July 2024 at 11.00am. Followed by Refreshments Private Cremation Funeral by : Russell Brothers Funerals https://russellbrothers.com.au Phone number : 039585… Publication: Herald Sun Date Listed: 3/7/2024 Location: Melbourne ...

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