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Gippsland Funeral Services, 1390 Maffra Road, Sale (2026)

31/12/2025

HIBBS Desmond Thomas (Des, Biffa)
12/05/33 - 28/12/25
Passed away peacefully surrounded by family at LRH.
Loving husband of Phyllis (dec), adored father of Pete, Cheryl, Theresa (dec), Allison, Ernie, Darren, Sharon and poppy/grand pa to 9 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
You gave us an extra 14 years after your stroke Dad, which we are so grateful for. You never complained or had a harsh word and you fought till the very end.
At peace with mum and baby Theresa.
Go the mighty pies.

The funeral service for Mr Desmond Thomas Hibbs will be held at St Mary's Catholic Church, 102 Commercial Road Yarram on FRIDAY (Jan. 16, 2026) commencing at 11:00 AM.
A Private Cremation will follow

29/12/2025

MCNAMARA Christopher Louis (Result of Accident) on Dec. 12, 2025 aged 39 Years.

Much loved partner, father, son and brother.

Your memory will always live on in our daughter's life . We both love you endlessly. Forever in our hearts.

Harper will always remember Daddy’s big truck.
Harper, you will always be Daddy’s little princess.

Always remembered and never forgotten

The funeral service for Mr Christopher Louis McNamara will be held in our Geoff Rossetti Memorial Chapel, 1390 Maffra Road Sale (next to Sale Cemetery) on WEDNESDAY (Jan. 7, 2026) commencing at 11:30 AM.

A Private Cremation will follow

For those unable to attend, a livestream will take place https://vimeo.com/event/5621067

29/12/2025

MANION Kath (nee O’Donnell).

Wife of John (Tony) Manion (dec), mother of Damien, Anne, Cara, Gabrielle, Geraldine, Crenagh and Terry. Mother in law to Andrea, David, Andrew, Mark and Jason. Grandmother of Freya, Audrey, Vivi-Rose, James, John, Chris, Bridie, Billy, Charlie and Sally. And surrogate mother to so many more of our friends over the years. She led the Choir at Sale Cathedral and was an asset to the Sale Community for so many years. She was a force of nature, mother and friend to all, and was a moral compass and cornerstone for our family. She will be remembered from Fremantle to Brisbane and all the places in between by those who knew and loved her..

Requiem Mass for the repose of the soul of Mrs Kath Manion will be offered at St Mary's Cathedral corner Pearson and Foster Streets Sale at 11:30 AM on THURSDAY (Jan. 8, 2026). Following Mass, the funeral will leave the above church for the Sale Lawn Cemetery.

For those unable to attend, a livestream will take place https://vimeo.com/event/5621064

22/12/2025

STEPHENSON Kathleen Patricia (Pat) Nee Haynes
27.1.1927 ~ 21.12.2025
Passed away peacefully at home
Late of Toora
Loving wife of Harry Benjamin (Ben) (dec)
Loved mother of Keith, John, Jack, Sue, Neil and Kaye
Grandmother of 17, Great Grandmother of 20
Loved and missed by all her family and friends

A celebration of the life of Mrs Kathleen Patricia Stephenson will be held at Uniting Church, 14 Station Road Foster at 12:30 PM on TUESDAY (Dec. 30, 2025) followed by burial in the Toora Cemetery.

12/12/2025

POULTON Babe Oakley Louise

“To the little soul that had to go, Why life took you we do not know.
It took a piece and broke our hearts, when we were torn apart.
To the little soul we will love you forever
I know one day we'll be together.
To the little soul we hold your memory close, this kind of loss hurts the most.
We will always love you,
We will never forget
Forever our baby now heaven sent.
Mummy and Daddy misses you and loves you so much, the time we shared made an infinite love.

Forever and always our little girl, Rest Easy Oakley. We love you as big as the galaxy and more.’’

In accordance with the families wishes a private funeral service will be held for Oakley Louise Poulton.

01/12/2025

HENSEN Cornelis (Kees, Keith) born 31/12/36; passed away peacefully, after a long illness, surrounded and loved by his family at his home in Sale on Tuesday, 25th November 2025, aged 88 years. Kees is survived by his wife Johanna (Annie) and his children Peter, Anita and Neil, daughters-in-law Karen & Alison, son-in-law Michael, grandchildren Tamara & Rob, Damien & Gen, Leah & Cormac, Ruby & Az, and great-grandchild Eamon.

Our tears fall heavy; each filled with our love for you. In time; we will find comfort in those tears, but for now, the loss is wide and deep.
You lived a life of adventure, fulfilled with experiences with a mind for curiosity and wonder. You were always there when we looked over our shoulder, and you always will be. Caring and supportive, a teacher, a giver.
We will miss you sooooo much.

“See ya when the cows are calving”

The funeral of Mr Cornelis Hensen will leave our Geoff Rossetti Memorial Chapel, 1390 Maffra Road Sale (next to Sale Cemetery) after a service commencing at 11:00 AM on FRIDAY (Dec. 5, 2025) for the adjoining Sale Lawn Cemetery. Livestream will take place: https://vimeo.com/event/5549515

26/11/2025

BLACKMAN, Lisa Veronica
21.10.1966 - 14.11.2025
Soulmate of Chris
Adored Daughter and Daughter in Law of Janice & Deane (both dec) and Jasmine & Ivan (dec)
Cherished Sister of Guy & Fiona and Leon
Treasured Sister in Law of Ben & Birgit, Ursula & Greg and Sandy
'Taken Far Too Soon' 'So Many Unfinished Dreams'

A celebration of the life of Mrs Lisa Veronica Blackman will be held at St Mary's Catholic Church, 102 Commercial Road Yarram at 2:00 PM on WEDNESDAY (Dec. 3, 2025) followed by private cremation at the Gippsland Crematorium.
For the unable to attend, a livestream will take place https://vimeo.com/event/5547597

19/11/2025

WHITE (née Wilkes) - Barbara passed away peacefully aged 87 years at Sale Gardens Aged Care on November 17th 2025.
Beloved wife of George (dec).
Loved mother and mother in law of Michael, Jen & Chris, Jude, Linda, Dave & Deb, Stephen & Charmaine, Clare & Rick, Peter & Kat.
Grandmother of 20, Great grandmother of 13. Dearly loved Mum/Grandma/Great Gran/Granny.
We love you, forever in our hearts. Rest in Peace”

The funeral of Mrs Barbara Anne White will leave St Mary's Cathedral corner Pearson and Foster Streets Sale following prayers commencing at 11:30 AM on THURSDAY (Dec. 4, 2025) for the Sale Lawn Cemetery.
For those unable to attend a livestream broadcast will take place using https://vimeo.com/event/5527953.

17/11/2025

BLACK Raymond Sidney Lyall
19.4.1934 – 14.11.2025
Beloved husband of Barbara
Father of Heather, Steven and Judith.
Late of Dandenong and Foster.
At Peace

A family led memorial service for Mr Raymond Sidney Lyall Black will be held at Foster Football Club Room on FRIDAY (Nov. 21, 2025) commencing at 1:30 PM.

16/11/2025

MIETNER Reinhard
30.6.1941 – 15.11.2025
Passed away at Yarram and District Health Service aged 84 years.
Loved husband of Monika
Rest in peace

As per Reinhard’s wishes no funeral service will be held.
A private cremation will take place.

12/11/2025

HARRIS Thomas Leslie (Tommy) at Central Gippsland Health Service Sale on Nov. 8, 2025 aged 68. Loved son of William and Gladys (both dec). Partner of Maisie (dec) Cherished brother of John, Anne & William. Father-in -law to John. Adored father of Sherise, Tanya, Kathleen, William Barbara; and all his Step-children. Treasured Pop of John, Tyron, Scott, Dylan, Shaneice, Olivia, Ella, Amanda, Maddison, Jack, Tyson. and Great-Grandfather of Unami, Dexter & Charlie.
Rest Easy...

The funeral of Mr Thomas Leslie Harris will leave our Geoff Rossetti Memorial Chapel, 1390 Maffra Road Sale (next to Sale Cemetery) after a service commencing at 11:00 AM on FRIDAY (Nov. 21, 2025) for the adjoining Sale Lawn Cemetery.

12/11/2025

BORELAND, Suzanne Jane
16.09.1958 – 08.11.2025

At peace after a courageous battle.
Loving Wife, Mother, Nanna, Aunty and Friend.
Sue will be deeply missed and fondly remembered for her kindness, strength, determination and love.

A celebration of the life of Mrs Suzanne Jane Boreland will be held at Geoff Rossetti Memorial Chapel, 1390 Maffra Road Sale (next to Sale Cemetery) at 1:00 PM on THURSDAY (Nov. 20, 2025)
A private cremation will follow.
For those unable to attend a livestream broadcast will take place: https://vimeo.com/event/5514159

The family would like to sincerely thank everyone for their love, support and kind messages during this difficult time. Your care and compassion are deeply appreciated.

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