Published in Courier Mail on January 10, 2013 BLOW, Reginald Amos Formerly of Rockhampton, Queensland, the Son of Amos and Edith Blow (nee Broom), passed away peacefully on 12 December, 2012, aged 73 years. Relatives and Friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Reg's Life, which will be held at Pinnaroo Crematorium Chapel, Graham Road, Bridgeman Downs on Wednesday, 16 January at 11 a.m.. BRIDGE, Dorothy Georgina "Dot" Late of RSL Carrington formerly of Scarborough passed away 8th January, 2013. Aged 85 Years. Beloved wife of Alick. Much loved Mother and Mother-in-law of Jenny and John. Devoted Nanna to Melissa, Ryan and Matt. Relatives and Friends are invited to attend Dot's Funeral Service, to be held in our Chapel, 19-21 Anzac Avenue, Redcliffe, on Monday, 14th January 2013, at 10 a.m. BRIGGS, Thomas William Passed away peacefully at Ashworth House, on Monday 7th January, 2013 Aged 85 Years Much loved Husband of Win (Dars). Cherished Father, Father-in-law, Grandfather and Great Grandfather to his Family. Many thanks to the wounderful staff at Ashworth House for their care and support. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Thomas' Funeral Service, on Monday 14th January, 2013, to be held at Saint Flannan's Catholic Church, 194 Handford Road, Zillmere, commencing at 10am. In lieu of flowers donations to the Alzheimer's Queensland Association. BROWN, Daphne May. Late of Stafford. Passed away 3rd January, 2013. Aged 82 Years. Loved Daughter of Leonard and Kathleen (both dec'd). Loving Sister of Merle (dec'd). Privately Cremated at Albany Creek Memorial Park. Alex Gow Ph 3851 7800 BRUNTON, Christopher Charles Late of Melton Victoria and Bald Hills, passed away peacefully 7th January 2013 Aged 89 Years. Beloved Husband of Ivy (dec'd). Loving Father of Darryl and Colleen, loving Grandfather to Jeff, Laurie and Jeremy, Great- grandfather to Lydia, Geordie and Lewis. Adored Uncle of Trevor and Debbie and extended Families. Family and Friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Chris's Life, to be held in the Chapel at Pinnaroo Crematorium, Graham Road, Bridgeman Downs, Monday 14th January, 2013, at 11 a.m.. In lieu of flowers donations to Queensland Cancer Fund would be appreciated. ALEX GOW FUNERALS Brisbane - Ph 3851 7800 FUNERAL CARE SINCE 1840 alexgowfunerals.com.au CLEM, Ronald John QX22705 Late of Seasons Mango Hill, formerly of Wavell Heights, passed away peacefully 8th January, 2013. Aged 93 Years Much loved Husband of Olive, loving Father and Father-in-law of Ronald and Pam Clem (USA), Brother and Brother-in-law of Isabel and Wal Holland (both dec'd). Family and Friends are respectfully invited to attend Ron's Funeral Service, to be held at Sandgate Uniting Church, 116 Broad Street, Deagon, on Friday, 11th January, 2013, commencing at 11 a.m.. Service complete at Church. BAYSIDE FUNERAL SERVICES Phone 3204 9169 DI FRANCESCO, Virginia Late of Gordon Park. Passed away peacefully Tuesday, 8th January, 2013, surrounded by her loving Family. Aged 68 Years. Much loved Wife to Mario, loved Mother to Ross and Grace, Mother- in-law to Sandra, adored Nonna to Virginia, Mario and Phillip. A Celebration of Virginia's Life will be held at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Chalk Street, Wooloowin, on Wednesday, 16th January, 2013, at 10.30 a.m., followed by Interment at Nudgee Cemetery. A viewing will be held at Kate Mary Chapel, 53 Brookes Street, Bowen Hills, on Tuesday, 15th January, 2013, at 7 p.m.. All welcome. DUERINCKX, Kathryn May (nee Conder) 31.10.47 - 04.01.13 Is at rest now after a short illness Mother of John, Strider, Emmy and Muni and Grandmother of Kieran, Amy, Natasha, Mia, Alicia and Tilda. Relatives and Friends are invited to a Celebration of her Life, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 1 Mullumbimbi Street, Brunswick Heads, at 10 a.m., on Saturday, 12th January, 2013. HASSALL, Ellen Himstedt Late of Woody Point The Relatives and Friends of the late Ellen Hassall are respectfully invited to attend her Cremation Service, which is appointed to be held in the Chapel of the Great Northern Garden of Remembrance, Tallowwood Drive, Deception Bay, tomorrow, Friday, 11th January, 2013, commencing at 3.30 p.m.. SKINNERS FUNERALS Redcliffe 3883 3983 Joan Valmay Johnson (In Memoriam) Joan Valmay Johnson (nee Millers) 24.04.1932 - 10.01.2012 "One year has passed since you left. Leaving memories no one can steal. Fond memories helping to heal." Sadly missed, remembered always by your children Valmay, Graham, Ean, Lindsay, Cheryl, Peter, grandchildren and great- grandchildren. KENNEDY, William John Vincent (Bill) Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on 7 January 2013, aged 66 years. Much loved Husband of Lynn, loving Father of Peta and Dana, adoring Grandfather of Georgia, beloved son of Nan and Cyril (dec'd) and loved Brother of Trish. Family and Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Bill's life at the Garden Chapel, Albany Creek Memorial Park, 400 Albany Creek Road, Bridgeman Downs today 10 January 2013 commencing at 3.30pm. Heartfelt gratitude to the wonderful staff at HOCA Chermside and the Wesley Palliative Care Unit. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cancer Council Queensland. Kelvin Grove 33561784 An Australian Company Koina, William (Bill) KOINA, William Francis George Koina of Gordon Park passed away at home on Friday 4th January 2013. Aged 71, Father of Brian (dec) and Warren. Grandfather of Emily and Sophie. Brother of Leo, Ron, Des (dec). Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service at the Redcliffe State High School, cnr Oxley and Klingner Road Redcliffe on Monday 14th January 2013 at 2.00pm. LITTLEWOOD, Rosalie Late of Stafford. Passed away peacefully on 2nd January 2013 Aged 71 Years Loving Wife of Bryan. Adored Aunt of Tracy and Terry. Sister of Della. A private Cremation has been held for Rosalie. LONG, Stella Johanna Passed away peacefully on 3rd January 2013, Aged 87 Years. Late of Wellington Park Private Care, formerly of Annerley. Beloved Wife of Paul (Dec'd). Dearly Beloved Mother of Sandra and Karen. Mother-in-law, Grandmother, Great-grandmother and Great-great-grandmother. Sister to Valerie.' Forever In Our Hearts Family and friends are invited to attend a Service for Stella at Mt Gravatt Crematorium Chapel, Mains Rd, Mt Gravatt on Friday 11th January, 2013 at 11:00am. By Family Request, No Flowers. MANNING, (nee Riordan) Yvonne Late of Caboolture, passed away at home, aged 65 years. Beloved Wife of Mike (dec'd). Loving Daughter of Keith (dec'd) and Ellen (dec'd), Sister of Barry and Cousin of Karen. A Graveside Service for Vonnie will be held at the Witta Cemetery, corner Cooke and Witta Roads,Witta, commencing at 1.30 p.m., Monday, 14 January, 2013. STITT & ST GEORGE 1800 805 814 MARRASSE, Patricia Clare Late of Ormiston Passed away with her Family by her side on the 7th January 2013. Loving Daughter, Mother, Sister, Grandmother and Friend Family and Friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Patricia's Life, to be held at the Great Southern Memorial Chapel, 1774 Mt Cotton Road, Carbrook, on Saturday 12th January 2013, at 10.00 a.m. Family request you dress casual and cool. McCORMACK, Joan Amelia Late of St. Pauls Lutheran Aged Care, Caboolture, formerly of Everton Park. Passed away peacefully on the 7th January, 2013. Aged 90 Years Loving Wife of John (dec'd), Much loved Mother and Mother-in-law of John and Cathie, and Lynda and Terry. Beloved Nanny of Oliver and Sam. Relatives and Friends are respectfully invited to attend Joan's Funeral Service, to be held in the Lakeview Chapel, Albany Creek Crematorium, Albany Creek Road, Bridgeman Downs, on Friday, 11th January, 2013, commencing at 11 a.m. McKENZIE, Kenneth Noel Late of Holland Park. Died peacefully at home on 7th January, 2013. Aged 98 Years Husband of Ursula (dec'd). Father of Scott (dec'd), Felicity, Leith and Gillian. Granddad to Michaela, Stuart, Mairi, Caitlin, Ewan, Fleur, Bruce, Matthew and Mary. Great- granddad of Jackson, Matrim, Lydia, Astrid, Tasman, Moni, Indy and Zurie. Relatives and Friends are invited to attend Ken's Service, to be held at Metropolitan Chapel, 224 Newnham Road, Mt Gravatt, on Monday, 14th January, 2013, commencing at 2.30 p.m.. McRae, Rose Late of Kippa Ring formerly of Sandgate Passed away suddenly 7th January, 2013 Aged 78 Years Beloved wife of Bernie. Loved sister of Ethel and family Family and Friends are invited to farewell Rose at a service in our chapel 19-21 Anzac Avenue Redcliffe on Monday 14th January 2013 at 2.00p.m. MILNE, Kathleen "Kath" Late of Salisbury. Passed away peacefully 06.01.2013. Loved Wife of Roy (dec'd). Loved Sister, Mother, Grandmother and Great-grandmother. Kath's Relatives and Friends are respectfully invited to attend her Cremation Service, to be held at the Mt Gravatt Crematorium, within the grounds of the Mt Gravatt Cemetery, Mains Road, Macgregor, tomorrow, Friday, 11.01.2013, commencing at 12 noon. ACADEMY FUNERALS Owned by a Caring Qld Family Free Call - 1800 100 225 MORTON, Douglas William John Passed away peacefully on 1st January 2013, Aged 88 years. Husband of Madge (dec'd), and father of Gwen. Brother of Joan Bland. Family and Friends are invited to a service to be held at Great Southern Memorial Park, 1774-1794 Mt Cotton Rd Carbrook on Monday 14th January 2013 at 10.00am. Morningside 38999400 An Australian Company Norris, Carmel Anne Nee (Binnington) Loved wife of Bill Norris (Dec'd) Mother of Leonie & Peter, Lyn & Laurie (Dec'd), Wayne & Kerrie, Nina & Lenny, Cyril & Kathyanne, Julie & Andrew, Gavin & Annette, Carmel & John and their families Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Sister and Friend to Many Friends and Family are invited to attend a celebration of Carmel's life to be held in our chapel 19-21 Anzac Avenue, Redcliffe on Friday 11th January 2013 at 2.00pm Carmel will then be laid to rest with Bill in the Redcliffe Lawn Cemetery O'FARRELL Brother Thomas Justin (A Member of the Holy Spirit Community Carseldine). Passed away peacefully 5th January 2013, in his 100th Year. The Christian Brothers, Members of the Edmund Rice Network, and Members of the O'Farrell, Whitehead and Pickering Families, invite you to Celebrate the life of their Brother in Religion, Uncle and Friend, Brother Thomas Justin O'Farrell, with the Mass of Resurrection to Celebrate his life, to be held at Holy Spirit Chapel, 736 Beams Road Carseldine, on Monday, 14th January 2013, at 10.00 a.m.. This will be followed by internment in the Christian Brothers' plot at Nudgee Cemetery. A Vigil, to Celebrate and recall his life, will be held in the Holy Spirit Chapel on Sunday 13th January, at 7.00p.m - to which all are invited. PEARSON, Lorna Ferguson Passed away Monday, 7 January, 2013, aged 92 years. Reunited with her Husband Jim Loving Mother and Mother-in-law of Tony and Annette. Very much loved Nana of Cody and Tyler. Lorna will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Family and Friends are warmly invited to attend a Funeral Service for Lorna, to be held in the Garden Chapel, Allambe Memorial Gardens, 129 Nerang-Broadbeach Road, Nerang, on Friday, 11 January, 2013, at 2.30 p.m.. SIMPLICITY FUNERALS Gold Coast Ph (07) 5563 2417 ROBINSON, Gordon Ernest Passed away peacefully at home, on 7th January, 2013, aged 84 years. Dearly loved Husband of Gloria, much loved Father and Father-in- law of Kay and Russ, Lyn and Mick, Don and Jan, and their Families. Family and Friends are respectfully invited to celebrate Gordon's Life, at Eco Memorial Park Crematorium, 21 Quinns Hill Road West, Stapylton, today, Thursday, 10th January, 2013, at 2 p.m.. ROHAN, Eileen Mary Regis Grange, formerly of Victoria Point and Lamington. Dearly loved Wife of Ken (dec'd). Much loved Mother of Arlene, Carmel, Moya, Kathy, Annette, Jeanette and their Families. Funeral Notice to follow. ROSE, Martha Cecilia Late of Acacia Ridge Passed away peacefully Aged 97 Years Loved Mother to Anita and Lynette. Adored Grandmother and Great- grandmother. Family would like to advise that a Private Cremation has taken place. ANTON BROWN FUNERALS 100% QLD Family Owned Woolloongabba - 3217 3088 RUIG, Jan Jacob Late of Redland Bay Passed away peacefully on Saturday, 05.01.2013. Aged 77 Years Dearly loved by all Family and Friends are respectfully invited to attend a Service to celebrate Jan's life, to be held at the Great Southern Memorial Park, 1774 Mt Cotton Road, Carbrook, on Monday, 14.01.2013, at 11 a.m. SEETO, Fay Late of Deception Bay, passed away peacefully 7th January, 2013. Aged 70 Years Beloved Wife of Gerry. Dearly loved Mother and Mother-in-law of Dale and Maria, Dion and Mary- Jane, Fiona and Ken, loving Grandmother to her five little angels. Loved Sister of Lyn and Barry. Family and Friends are invited to Funeral Mass and the Celebration of Fay's Life, to be held at Christ the King Catholic Church, 54 Thompson Street, Deception Bay, Monday, 14th January, 2013, commencing at 11.00 a.m.. In lieu of flowers, donations to Karuna Hospice Services is appreciated. No Funeral Cortege STOCKWELL, Edna Joyce (Joy) Formerly of Warwick. Passed away on 6th January 2013, aged 88 years. Beloved Wife of Ben (dec'd). Dearly loved Mother and Mother-in-law of Bruce, Graham & Pauline. Loving Grandmother of Jane and Paul. Survived by her Sister Dulcie Williams. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a Celebration of Joy's Life, to be held at the Warwick Lawn Cemetery, Lancaster Street, Warwick. Service commencing at 11.00am on MONDAY 14th January, 2013. In honour of Joy's bright personality, please wear bright coloured clothing. Warwick Funerals Australian Family Owned Ph (07) 4667 8700 SUTTON, William Arthur "Bill" Aged 86 Years Passed away peacefully on 6th January, 2013 Much loved by his Wife Rose, his Daughter Susan, Family and Friends. Private Service To be held in his honour. ALEX GOW FUNERALS Brisbane - Ph 3851 7800 FUNERAL CARE SINCE 1840 alexgowfunerals.com.au THORP, Helen Muir (Nell) (nee Rattray) Sadly passed away unexpectedly on 5th January 2013, aged 87 years. Loved Mother and Mother-in-law of Gayna and Chris, Jan and Paul, Richard and Janelle. Cherished Grandmother of Cathy, Tim, Greg and Michelle and Great- Grandmother of Harrison and loving Aunt of Kevin, Bob, Valmai, Marie, Alexis and Rodney and their families. Nell has left impressionable memories in all our hearts. Relatives and friends are warmly invited to attend Nell's service to be held in the Garden Chapel, Albany Creek Memorial Park, 400 Albany Creek Road, Bridgeman Downs on Friday 11th January 2013 at 2.30pm. 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