Obituaries

MASON – JEFFREY MASON – JEFFREY. Beloved father of Michael, son of the late Edward and Merlyn Mason, brother of Elaine and Rodney. Remains lie at A.F. Raymond Funeral Parlour. Cortege leaves parlour at 3.30 p.m. for burial at General Cemetery, Borella at 4.00 p.m. (General Christian Section). 367697 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our senior race driver Jeffrey Mason. He was an active competitor in motorsports until recent and had been competing for decades in various makes and machines, from Hill Climbs to Circuits the name ‘Mason’ was never missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and all who mourn his loss. Rest In Peace Jeffrey, you will be missed! www.facebook.com/RacingInSriLanka ...

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OBITUARY – PRASANNA NIMAL WIKRAMANAYAKE. KC (11 August 1933 – 20 December 2023) – By Hugh Karunanayake Nimal Wikramanayake, KC, eminent lawyer and the only Asian born Kings Counsel in Australia, passed away on 20 December at a private nursing home where he was recuperating following surgery. He celebrated his 90th birthday just a few months ago. Born in Colombo as the second son to EG(Guy) Wikramanayake, a leading counsel in Colombo in his day, Nimal schooled at S Thomas College, Mount Lavinia. On leaving school, unlike his elder brother Ranji a well known endocrinologist  in Sydney, Nimal chose to follow in the footsteps of his forefathers. His paternal grandfather Edward Beauchamp was a lawyer himself, but it was Edward Beuchamp’s two sons Eric Bird, and Emil Guy, who created legal history by being granted silk, the only instance in Sri Lanka of two brothers being appointed Kings Counsel. Nimal’s ...

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Obituary: Mohamed Iqbal   Iqbal passed away in hospital somewhere between the hours of 1am and 2am on Thurs 14 Dec 2023. His daughter had been asleep in a chair at his bedside. Iqbal had only been admitted to hospital 9 hrs earlier and had strength to walk for ambulance staff and was with full mind.   As Iqbal lay in state his face shone not just with peace but with full joy as he had an amazing warming smile by all who were fortunate to see him. On Saturday 16th his daughter Zan and son Zak held a private farewell for him in line with his wishes. Due to the incredible out pouring of love there were prayer gatherings around the world and two special mosque prayer sessions in Sri Lanka that also happened.  On Sunday five families organised a prayer gathering at his home. There is also an organised 40 ...

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Anton’s Funeral Details Funeral notice for Anthony Granville Parsons Rosary will be recited at Tobin Brothers, Currents of Life Chapel 505 Princes Highway, Noble Park on Monday 18th December 2023 at 6pm. The Funeral Mass for Anthony Granville Parsons will be held at St Anthony’s Parish, 90 Buckley Street, Noble Park on Tuesday 19th December 2023 at 2pm. Followed by a Private Cremation. Donations may be made to the Eighty Club in Memory of Anthony via www.eightyclubmelbourne.org.au The Funeral Mass for Anthony Granville Parsons will be Webcast live on Tuesday 19th December at 2pm. To view the Webcast please ensure you are using Google Chrome or the latest version of your preferred internet browser. If you have the page/screen open for a period of time prior to the streaming commencing, once the digital countdown clock gets down to zero, please refresh your page by clicking on the icon semi-circle arrow ...

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OBITUARY – MOHAMED IQBAL in New Zealand Formerly Sri Lanka’s First Honorary Consul & Tea Commissioner to New Zealand Australia and Fiji for 42 years I was informed a short while ago, that Mohamed Iqbal, passed away, early this morning New Zealand time. His health had been deteriorating the past few months. His wife, Jean predeceased him earlier this year. He will be missed very much, as he was a dear friend of over 50 years. IQBAL, Mohamed, (05.09.1935 – 14.12.2023),  husband of the late Jean Irene, father of Zan and Zak,father-in-law of Clara. Grandfather of Zara and Aiden, In New Zealand.. Victor Thursday, 14 December 2023, 4:33 PM, AEDT ...

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DEMISE OF CALLISTA KULUGAMMANA DEARLY BELOVED MOM OF SAMANTHA KULUGAMMANA FORMERLY OF MUSCAT INTERCONTINENTAL HOTEL Dear All – Yasmin, Yvette, Mike & Mylo learnt with profound sadness the passing away of Callista Kulugamana, dearly beloved Mom of Samantha Kulugamanna formerly of Muscat Intercontinental & brothers Damindra, Nalindra. Calli as she was fondly known in Oman and her Late Hubby Kumar have been very special friends to us and have entertained us with  a big spread. Her cooking was fabulous and our Daughter Yve  enjoyed a her special beef We pray that the Divine Lord will give  the bereaved family the strength to face this moment of grief and very courageously. We shall remember in our Prayers. May Her Soul Rest in Eternal Peace. Condolences may be relayed to Samantha  Kulugmanna samwoolner@hotmail.com or Dami Kulugamman dami.kulugammana@gmail.com – Stay Safe – Blessings – Perry & Yas Funeral Link https://vimeopro.com/withloveweremember/callistakulugammana ...

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Obituary – Ranjit Dias R.I.P. To let you know that Old Anthonian Ranjit Dias passed away on Friday 8th December 2023 in Darwin NT. Some of the old boys will remember him as the son of Mr. Henry Dias and Mrs Dias both primary school  teachers.  Mr. Henry Dias  also served as the headmaster of the Primary. The funeral is scheduled for 10:00 am on Tuesday 12 December at the Thorak Cemetery, Darwin. Ranjith was a reputed Architect and his work  at Charles Darwin University and around the NT will be his lasting legacy. Vicky de Silva ...

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Obituary: KOLITHA INDRAJITH DHARMAWARDENA To THE STC DSA ERA  GROUP, It is with sadness that we note the passing away of  Kolitha Dharmawardena this morning after a brief illness. At college he was an outstanding Badminton and Table Tennis player. Also a Sinhala Debater. After completing his studies at Law College he was called to the Bar. He was a state counsel in the Attorney General’s Department and made a name as a good prosecutor. ...

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