Peter Cox & Sons Funeral Directors P/L

24/02/2026

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

WAITES (Saunders), Betty Doreen

22.08.1943 ~ 23.02.2026
In her 83rd year

Late of Numurkah. Passed away peacefully at home after a short illness.

Loved wife of Robert (dec.). Our loving Mum, Nan, and Great Grandmother, loved by her children and their partners, and cherished Nan to her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Forever member of the ‘Tiffany Terrors’

Just as a flower removed
from a room.
Leaves the fragrance of its
sweet perfume.
So does the memory of
loved ones remain.
Bringing us joy long after
the pain.

“That’s Nice”
- Mrs Browns Boys (TV Show)

~*~

Mum,
You were our rock — always there when we needed you, through the good times and the bad.
You were our shoulder to lean on and our shoulder to cry on.
Your strength, love, and cheeky spirit carried us through life, and your laughter will echo in our hearts forever.
Together again with Dad and Robbie
Forever loved. Forever missed.
We Love You Mum
Love Philip (Frog) and Paul

~*~

Our beautiful Mum.
Your love shaped us, your strength carried us, and your courage inspired us. It was our greatest honour to care for you and fulfil your wish to rest peacefully at home.

Reunited with Dad and your son Robbie.
Love Sean, Ryan and Kara

~*~

Dear Mum,
Your memory will always surround us.
Your closeness will always be there.
We treasure the memories you left us,
the times we were able to share.
Love Jodie, Colin and family

The Service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Betty Doreen Waites will be held at the Peter Cox and Sons Chapel, cnr of Quinn and Meiklejohn Sts, Numurkah, on MONDAY March 2, 2026, commencing at 11.00 am followed by Private Cremation.

24/02/2026

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

HALL, Aileen

25.10.1924 ~ 22.22026
Aged 101+ years

Passed away peacefully at Karinya Nursing Home Numurkah.

Reunited with John and Binny

Loving mother of Jim and Julie, Rob, Kaye and Phil, Ros, Dawn and David.

Loving Grandmother of 13 grandchildren and Great Grandmother of 23.

A Memorial Service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Aileen Christina Hall will be held at St. John’s Catholic Church, Tocumwal Rd., Numurkah on TUESDAY March 3, 2026, commencing at 11.45 am preceded by a Private Burial.

Please wear bright colourful clothes as per Aileen’s request.

20/02/2026

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Raymond Erle 'Ray' Allert

For those who could not attend Ray's Service please click the below link to watch the recording

With the permission of the families we serve, we’ve shared Funeral Services for your convenience…our families appreciate your support. Peter Cox & Sons Memorials

12/02/2026

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

ALLERT, Raymond Erle ‘Ray’

Late of Numurkah. Passed away peacefully on February 11, 2026, aged 69 years.

Dearly loved son of Erle and Carmel (both dec).
Adored brother of Garry, Peter, Andrew, Sonia, Cameron and brother-in-law of Gavin Strachan.

Reunited back in the arms of Mum and Dad
You Were Greatly Loved and Will Be Missed By So Many

‘he aint heavy… he’s my brother’

The Graveside Funeral Service to celebrate the life of Mr. Raymond Erle ‘Ray’ Allert will be held at the Numurkah Lawn Cemetery on WEDNESDAY February 18, 2026, commencing at 11 am.

Family and Friends who are unable to attend are welcome to view Ray’s Service on this link
https://petercoxfunerals.com.au/live-streaming/

06/02/2026

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

BULL, Geoffrey John ‘Bully’

20.04.1955 ~ 04.02.2026

Late of Mooroopna, formerly of Wunghnu. Passed away peacefully at G.V. Health, Shepparton.

Dearly loved son of Alice and Arthur (both dec.). Dear brother of Arthur, Ken, Lorraine (dec.), Elaine (dec.), Angela (dec.) and their partners. Much loved Uncle to their families.

Your memory is our greatest treasure.
To have and to hold in our hearts forever.

The Graveside Service to celebrate the life of Mr. Geoffrey John ‘Bully’ Bull will be held at the Wunghnu Cemetery, Warnecke Street, Wunghnu on FRIDAY February 13, 2026, commencing at 11 am.

04/02/2026

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

KING, Adam Maxwell

12.03.1986 ~ 02.02.2026
In his 40th year

Late of Nathalia. His life was ended too soon.

Loved son of Kerry-Ann (dec). Beloved brother of Jon, David, Caitlin and Alex, and cherished godfather of Declan and uncle to Ivy.

So Dearly Loved, So Sadly Missed

‘Never say goodbye,
because saying goodbye means going away,
and going away means forgetting’
- Peter Pan

Requiem Mass for the repose of the soul of the late Mr. Adam Maxwell King will be offered at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Robertson St., Nathalia on SATURDAY February 14, 2026, at 11 am followed by a Private Cremation.

After the Service, a Wake to honour Adam’s life will be held at his home away from home, the Middle Pub.

04/02/2026

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Frederick John 'Fred' Pendlebury

For those who could not attend Fred's Service please click the below link to watch the recording

With the permission of the families we serve, we’ve shared Funeral Services for your convenience…our families appreciate your support. Peter Cox & Sons Memorials

20/01/2026

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Nathan-John 'Nath' / 'Kel' Kelly

For those who could not attend Nath's Service please click the below link to watch the recording

With the permission of the families we serve, we’ve shared Funeral Services for your convenience…our families appreciate your support. Peter Cox & Sons Memorials

20/01/2026

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

PENDLEBURY – Frederick John “Fred”

01. 04. 1931 – 18. 01. 2026

Late of Cobram, (formerly of Katamatite). Passed away peacefully at Cobram Regional Care.

Our loving Husband, Dad, Pa and Great-Pa, dearly loved by his wife Iris; his children and their partners Colin and Robyn; Warren and Sue; Roger and Natalie, Malcolm and Sue; his grandchildren Caitlin, Matthew, Georgia, Jessica, Emma, Bill, Tom, and Jack; and his great-grandchildren Ada, Sophie, Lucy, Poppy, Billie and Cooper.

A chapter completed,
A page is turned,
A life well lived,
A rest well earned.

A Service to celebrate the life of the late Mr. Frederick John “Fred” Pendlebury will be held at the Katamatite Uniting Church, Moore Street, Katamatite, on FRIDAY, January 30, 2026, commencing at 10.30am.

Edit* Due to extreme weather conditions predicted for this day, Fred's service will be preceded by Private Burial.

Family and friends who are unable to attend are welcome to view Fred’s Service on this link: https://petercoxfunerals.com.au/live-streaming/

18/01/2026

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

CRAWFORD, James Leslie ‘Jimmy’

09.09.1941 ~ 15.01.2026
Late of Shepparton

Our loving Husband, Dad, Pa and Jim, dearly loved by his wife Denise (dec); his children Shaz and her partner Graeme (Sutton); and Peter; his grandchildren and their partners Mitch and Kat; Brayds and Biancia; Tegan and Tom; and his great grandchildren Lewis and Beau; and Murphy.

Dad, you were taken from us too soon you know,
But our love for you will grow and grow.
You had a smile for everyone,
You had a heart of gold.
You suffer no more, and feel no pain,
Rest in peace Dad, till we meet again.
Love you now and forever.

Mum and Dad Reunited

A Service to celebrate the life of Mr. James Leslie ‘Jimmy’ Crawford will be held at Shepparton East Football Club 485 Central Avenue Shepparton East on THURSDAY January 22, 2026, commencing at 11 am followed by a Private Cremation.

No Flowers By Request

08/01/2026

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

KELLY, Nathan-John ‘Nath’/'Kel’

07.06.1986 ~ 03.01.2026
In his 40th year

Late of Numurkah, formerly of Omeo. Passed away suddenly at home.

Loving son of Carol Spaulding and Kyran Kelly (dec) and step-son of Mick Cook. Loved brother of Jamie (dec). Cherished Dad to Kyran.

You tried so hard to stay with us,
But your fight was all in vain,
God took you in His loving arms,
And freed you from your pain.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Nath's life, to be held at Peter Cox & Sons Chapel, cnr. Quinn and Meiklejohn Streets Numurkah on FRIDAY January 16, 2026 commencing at 10 am followed by a Private Cremation.

In honour of Nath, please wear your favourite music attire.

Family and Friends who are unable to attend are welcome to view Nath's Service on this link
https://petercoxfunerals.com.au/live-streaming/

07/01/2026

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

SUTTON (Williams), Beryl Elizabeth

22. 10. 1935 – 03. 01. 2026

Late of Shepparton, (formerly of Bearii and Numurkah). Passed away peacefully at Maculata Place, Shepparton.

Loving wife of Graeme (dec). Dearly loved by her children Max (dec), Robert, and Phil (dec). Adored Nan to Timothy and Georgia; Shawn and Kirby; and Nikita; and Great-Nan to their families.

A chapter completed,
A page is turned,
A life well lived,
A rest well earned.

A Service to celebrate the life of the late Mrs. Beryl Elizabeth Sutton will be held at the Peter Cox and Sons Chapel, corner of Quinn and Meiklejohn Streets, Numurkah, on WEDNESDAY January 14, 2026, commencing at 11am.

Followed by Private Cremation.