Obituaries

Flamboyant Wicketkeeper Batsman Russell Hamer Passes Away – By Lawrence Machado Dashing wicketkeeper-batsman Russell Hamer, who played for Ceylon (later Sri Lanka) for many years, passed away in Colombo on Wednesday, March 27.  He was 76. The former Wesley College star, who had his share of health issues, was always a treat to watch on the field. He loved to entertain and had a loyal following wherever he played. A former Ceylon Schools representative, Hamer represented the country at the annual Gopalan Trophy against Tamil Nadu, with a highest score of 52 in the 1970-71 series. These matches were among the highlights for Ceylon and later Sri Lanka in the days before the country attained Test status in 1982. During a time when Ceylon produced crack wicketkeeper batsmen, Hamer was at the top of his game, playing a few limited over matches for the national team. This was a time ...

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VERNON FITZROY DE ALWIS ( NAKI ) DEATH NOTICE VERNON FITZROY DE ALWIS (NAKI) It is with deep regret we wish to announce the passing of Vernon de Alwis, who was called to rest on 18th March, 2024 Beloved husband of Lorraine. Much loved father of Michelle Rayne Balthazaar. Loving grandfather of Aaron and Christopher. Brother of Mark Alwis. Brother-in-law of Aubrey and Jacqui Mackessack and Claudette Alwis. Requiem Mass at St. Anne’s Church, Seaford, Victoria at 10.30 a.m. on Tuesday, 26th March, 2024. Tel: +61 39786 0816 Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered directly to your inbox!  ...

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Notices of Doyne and Marlene CASPERSZ     Doyne and Marlene Adored and loving husband and wife for 61 years. Loving parents, grandparents, great-granparents, uncle and aunt. Doyne, son of Maurus (Dec) and Zoe (Dec) and brother of Lorette (Dec), Trevor (Dec), Rosemary, Heloise, Humphrey, and Caryll (Dec). Marlene, daughter of William (Dec) and Nellie (Dec) and sister of Powell. We will never get over your passing. You will always be in our hearts forever. You are now in God’s hands. May you rest in peace. With all our love and God’s Blessings forever. Your son Adrian, daughter-in-law Ellie and grandchildren, Caitland and Ashton. CASPERSZ Doyne and Marlene A Requiem Mass will be held at Christ Our Holy Redeemer East Oakleigh, 11.00am, Tuesday (26 March 2024). At the conclusion of the Mass, the cortege will leave for a burial service at Springvale Botanical Cemetery. The Rosary will be recited at ...

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Dr. Gregory Camillus Pathinather – OBITUARY A beloved husband father, grandfather, uncle, and friend born 12th March 1931 passed away peacefully on 12th March 2024. There will be a viewing on Thursday 21st March between 5 pm and 8:30 pm at Guardian Funerals I First Avenue, Blacktown The funeral service will be held on Saturday 23rd March at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church. 198 Old Prospect Road, Greystanes There will be a short viewing at 9:15 am with the funeral service starting at 9:45 am. The burial will be from 11.45 am at Castlebrook Memorial Park Rouse Hill 712/746 Windsor Rd, Rouse Hill A gathering after the burial will be held at Vinegar Hill Memorial Library: Town Centre 29 Main Street, Rouse Hill If you wish to attend the viewing and funeral virtually, please ask an immediate family member for the streaming link. of this legend -10 We ...

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Hans Van Culenburg: An All-Time Boxing hero – By Lawrence Machado Hans Van Cuylenburg, one of Sri Lanka’s finest boxers, has passed away after a prolonged illness. He suffered a stroke more than 12 years ago and had been bedridden since then, suffering more complications over the past few months. He was 74 when he passed away at his Dehiwela home. Hans is survived by wife Alane, and children TracyAnne (Melbourne) and Alec (Melbourne), and siblings Olive and Ronald. Hans was a household name in Sri Lanka during his heyday, along with his late brothers, Winston, Geoff, and Bunty. Their dad worked with my father, Rosario, at their business A.X. Machado and Sons, for many years and he was a thorough gentleman who used to visit us at home. I last spoke to Hans in February, and he reminisced about the days when he also worked for my Dad when ...

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Please Join Us To Celebrate The life Of Baptist Abeyadeera – OBITUARY Viewing – Thursday | March 21 | 7pm St Kevin’s Catholic Parish Hampton Park 120 Hallam Rd, Hampton Park Vic 3976 Funeral Service – Friday | March 22 | 11:30am St Kevin’s Catholic Parish Hampton Park 120 Hallam Rd, Hampton Park Vic 3976 Followed By – Burial at Springvale Botanical Cemetery 600 Princes Hwy, Springvale Vic 3171 Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered directly to your inbox!  ...

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DEMISE OF NADARJAH VEERAKATHY DEARLY BELOVED DAD OF PRABAHARAN NADARAJAH FORMER SRI LANKAN AIRLINES MANAGER MUSCAT OMAN Yasmin, Yvette. Mike & Mylo  & I were saddened to learn  the Demise of Veerakthy Nadarajah Dearly Beloved Dad of Prabaharan Nadarajah [ Prabs] former Sri Lankan Airlines Manger Muscat Oman and Ever Loving Father in Law of Renu Nadarajah. Although we met him whilst Prabs was in Oman, we got to know Senior Nadarajah in Canada and were very closely associated him. A Very soft spoken and humble personality he was an authority on various subjects. We join Prabs, Renu, Arjun,Anoushkaa and his SisterS and their extended families during this difficult time to grieve over his loss. We pray that the Divine & Merciful Lord will give them and their bereaved family the strength to face this moment of grief very courageously. We shall remember him in our Prayers. May His Soul Rest In ...

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Vale Jizvi Nizar Vale  Jizvi Nizar, who passed away this morning in Sydney. May his soul rest in peace and God grant strength to his grieving wife Ramona and children.  May the turf rest gently on you, Jizvi. You were one of the top sportsmen produced by St Peter’s. You always had a positive look on life and lent a helping hand.  Yes, You will be missed a lot.   Thank you for supporting St Peter’s College OBU Sydney always. You fought the good fight and may you be in Paradise where you belong. Funeral arrangements are private. Sent to eLanka by Lawrence Machado   Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered directly to your inbox!  ...

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DEMISE OF WINANT JURIANSZ FOrMERLY OF BRITISH BANK OF THE MIDDLE EAST & HSBC 0MAN Saddened to learn  the Demise of Winant Juriansz, fondly known as “Jurie” in Oman. He joined British Bank of the Middle East latterly known as HSBC Oman in the late Seventies leaving Sri Lanka on a Christmas Day. In Sri Lanka, I met Wynant during the late Sixties when he visited his relative the Late Aubrey Moses who was my neighbour separated by a wall in Wedikande Rd Mt Lavinia. Each time Wynant visited Aubrey,  as the Administrator of the Muscat 80’s Facebook Post below confirms,  we would hear Juire  sing late into the night with the then popular songs relayed over Radio Ceylon!!!! I later met Jurie in Oman and when I visited his BBME Quarters known as I believe as “SQ 21” he was playing John Denvers’ Country Road  in full blast that ...

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Memorial Mass for Gordon Cooray – Sunday 14th April 2024 – By Chris Drieberg Date : Sunday 14th April 2024 Holy Mass at 11.00 a.m.  Venue : Resurrection Church,  402 Corrigan Rd., Keysborough Followed by Fellowship and Lunch at Upalis Restaurant, 264-248 Blackburn Road, Glen Waverley commencing at 12.30pm. Lunch Cost $ 30.00 per person BYO Wines only. Spirits and soft drinks could be purchased at the Bar. The lunch and fellowship is also to honour members of the first committee. Minutes of the First Meeting is attached showing those who were involved in starting the Old Antonian Social Club.  Lest We Forget, we will also honor those in the Committees over the years, who have passed on to greener pastures.  It would be greatly appreciated if the Golden Oldies of the OASC could attend these events, so that we could enjoy each others company and reminisce on our College days ...

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