Stephen Baggs Funeral Directors

26/03/2026

The funeral of Mr James ‘Jim’ Douthat of Sale, formerly of Orbost will arrive at the Orbost Lawn Cemetery on Thursday (Apr. 2nd) at 1.00pm for a graveside service.

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Douthat - James ‘Jim’ of Sale, formerly of Orbost.
10th September 1935 - 22nd March 2026
Loved and loving husband of Dot (dec.). Loved and loving father of Geoff, Anna, and Paul. Loved grandfather of 7.

25/03/2026

The funeral of Mr Leonard Phillip ‘Poop Jack’ Jack, of Lakes Entrance, will leave St Nicholas Anglican Church, Church Street, Lakes Entrance after a service commencing at 2.00pm on Friday (Apr. 10th), 2026, for the Lakes Entrance Cemetery.

Leonard’s funeral service will be streamed here:
https://www.youtube.com//streams

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Jack - Leonard Phillip ‘Poop Jack’, of Lakes Entrance.
Passed away on 16th March 2026.
Devoted father of Leonard, Bindie, Corey, and Lewis.
Leonard will be fondly remembered by his family, Friends, and community.

‘Ook’

25/03/2026

Juillerat (formerly Main) - Edith Mary, of Bruthen.
15th August 1931 - 17th March 2026
Gone to God after a short illness.
Thank you to Rev. Norris, and friends especially from Gunson Homes.
A fulfilling long life.
Love forever by all your family.

In keeping with Edith’s own wishes, a private cremation will be held.

23/03/2026

The funeral of Mr Bradley John ‘Brad’ Stinten of Bairnsdale will leave Our Chapel, 613 Main Street, Bairnsdale, after a service commencing at 10.00am on Thursday (Mar. 26th), for the Bairnsdale Cemetery.

Brad’s funeral service will be streamed here:
https://streaming.naoca.com.au/e/64206bb7-fc65-4e24-8e95-10c3af498254

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Stinten - Bradley John ‘Brad’ of Bairnsdale.
5th December 1972 - 16th March 2026
Passed away on 16th March 2026.
Beloved son of Alan Stinten and the late Jeanette Stinten (née Doyle)
Dearly loved brother to Amanda, Sandra, Leslie and Rachael.
Devoted fiancé and life partner of Paulena Marsh, the love of his life, and a caring father figure to Haily, Braydon and Justin.
Much loved by Drew.
Special nephew to Uncle Kenny and Auntie Lorraine Ryan, who played an important part in his life.
Uncle to 13 nieces and nephews who all love him dearly.
Bradley grew up in Bairnsdale and lived most of his life there.
An energetic and caring man with a big heart and a wild laugh that will never be forgotten.
He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

18/03/2026

The funeral of Mrs Phillippa Mary ‘Pippa’ Riley (Hobson) of Clifton Creek will leave Our Chapel, 613 Main Street, Bairnsdale, after a service commencing at 1.30pm on Friday (Mar. 27), for the Bairnsdale Cemetery.

No flowers by request.
Donations to the Oncology Ward, Monash Medical Centre for the purchase of new equipment would be appreciated.

Pippa’s funeral service will be streamed here:
https://streaming.naoca.com.au/e/b2e127b8-e5a6-4afe-8eaa-acd9129cbefe

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Riley (Hobson) - Phillippa Mary ‘Pippa’ of Clifton Creek.
With deep sadness we announce the sudden passing of Pippa.
12th November 1990 - 12th March 2026
Cherished wife of Josh, devoted mother to Bella and Hugh.
Beloved daughter of Linda and Rod and stepdaughter of Graham and Mandy.
Adored twin sister and sister-in law of Hayley and Tom, doting aunty to Jed and Gus.

How can the world go on like nothing has changed, when for us everything has.
Our hearts are broken and we will miss her forever.
For all that had the joy of knowing her, their lives will have been touched profoundly by Pippa's kindness and generosity.

18/03/2026

17/03/2026

Moorhouse - Robert ‘Bob’
1st June 1942 - 5th March 2026
Aged 83 years.
A life well lived.
Father to Katie, Danny, Tara and Sarah.
Poppy Bob to 11 great - grandchildren, brother to John, Noel and Bronwyn.

Our sincere thanks to the caring staff at Bupa Eastwood for the kindness and support they showed Bob (Mr Trog).

Join us for a memorial service to celebrate Bob’s life at The Riversleigh, Bairnsdale on Saturday 28th March 2026 at 2:30pm.

17/03/2026

A memorial service to celebrate the life of Mrs Shirley Margaret Commins (née Fitzpatrick), of Ensay, will be held at the Little River Inn, 64-70 Johnston Street, Ensay, on Wednesday (Mar. 25), 2026, at 1.00pm.

In keeping with Shirley’s wishes, a private cremation will take place prior to her memorial service.

A recording of Shirley’s memorial service is available here:
https://streaming.naoca.com.au/e/94ba77e5-be04-46f6-8df0-fc8a59e23739

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Commins (née Fitzpatrick) - Shirley Margaret, of Ensay.
Passed away peacefully, 12th March 2026 aged 89 years.
Shirley, youngest child of Stan and Margaret Fitzpatrick (both dec), and sister to Tom, Alec, and Dick Fitzpatrick (all dec).
Loving wife of Charlie (dec), loved mother and mother-in-law to Margie and Russell, Phillip (Bluey), John and Janine, Debbie and Andrew.
Devoted Gran of Sandra, Kayla, Sarah, Emma, Aiden, David and Ben.
Adored Great Gran of Ellie, Hugh, Jordy, Charlie, Maya, Aria, Kiel, Eadie, Lennox and Josephine.
Shirley always worked tirelessly, she was a strong resilient lady who enjoyed supporting her community and loved her family.
A heart-felt thank-you to all staff who cared for Shirley in her final months at Bupa Eastwood, her GP Dr Ross de Steiger, and those who supported her at home prior to going into care.

Forever in our hearts.

16/03/2026

The funeral of Mr Stephen John ‘Coogan’ Brownlie of Orbost, will arrive at the Orbost Cemetery on Friday (Mar. 20th), 2026, at 2.00pm for a graveside service.

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Brownlie - Stephen John ‘Coogan’ of Orbost.
Sadly passed away on Monday 9th March 2026, aged 66 years.
May he rest in peace.

16/03/2026

The funeral of Ms Jacqueline Valerie Olive ‘Jackie’ Pedley of Buchan, will leave the Buchan Hall, 45 Main Road Buchan, after a service commencing at 1.00pm on Tuesday (Mar. 24th), 2026, for the Buchan Cemetery.

Flowers welcome or donations to the RSPCA would be appreciated.
A recording of Jackie’s service is available here:
https://streaming.naoca.com.au/e/ea8b7d84-8a5a-4c2f-a9b0-99176b7aa255

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Pedley - Jacqueline Valerie Olive ‘Jackie’ of Buchan.
10th June 1941 - 7th March 2026
Dearly loved daughter of Alice and Reuben (both dec.). Loving sister of David and Karen, Roger (dec.), Stephen (dec.) and Diane (dec.).
Dearly missed by all her family and friends.