We have just received the following sad news; Simone was a Medic with BSG on Op Solace. She is survived by her husband Jason Blakeman (C Coy 1RAR Op Solace) and two sons.
Our sympathy and thoughts are with her family at this time.
The Funeral is Wednesday 5th March at 2PM White Lady Funerals, Nambour QLD.
If you wish to send flowers please send to the chapel. More details are in the attachment about sharing memories and live Stream.
Rest In Peace
LEST WE FORGET
1 RAR Association
PLEASE AMEND THE FUNERAL NOTICE FOR MATTHEW RENNIIE’s FUNERAL
HIS FUNERAL IS TUESDAY 4TH. MARCH AT 12 PM, ST MARYS CHURCH 1B ELIZABETH STREET WOODEND, IPSWICH
Margaret Evans
[email protected]
Gary King (Pl Sgt) asks please acknowledge the passing of Pte Wayne Hampson Kiwi soldier/ANZAC soldier
2 Platoon Victor 6 Coy (M60 Gunner) 4RAR/NZ(ANZAC)Bn. 1971-72 South Vietnam
Wayne passed away 23rd February 2025 after a period of aggressive cancer, a private family only service will be held in Christchurch New Zealand
Wendy M McLean J.P.(Qual) LM
Secretary/Membership Officer
4RAR Association Qld. Inc.’
I have been advised by Roger’s family that he passed away after a short illness on the 14th of February 2025.
His funeral, Condolence address, and wake details are as follows.
Roger was a great supporter and a very loved member of the Association. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
May he Rest in Peace.
FUNERAL DETAILS:
WAKE:
Following the funeral service, a wake will held at:
Sincerely,
Wendy M McLean J.P.(Qual) LM
Secretary/Membership Officer
4RAR Association Qld. Inc.’
A funeral service for the late Peter John Larkin will be held at Neilson Funeral Chapel, Korumburra Road, Warragul on Thursday 27 February 2025 commencing at 11am.
Peter died on 15 February 2025 (not January as previously advised). His service will be live streamed and can be accessed via the Neilson Funerals website www.neilsonfunerals.com.au/larkinpeter
Ex-Service personnel are respectfully invited to attend.
RIP Peter John Larkin
Peter Bruce, OAM
Obituary Resource Officer
RAAHC
[email protected]
We have received advice of the death on 30 December 2024 of Raymond Percival White Jell.
Raymond served in the RAA from 1955 until 1962 with 122 Medium Coast Battery, and later, 11th Field Regiment.
A family service and cremation was held with a memorial service planned on a date to be advised.
RIP Raymond Percival White Jell
Peter Bruce, OAM
Obituary Resource Officer
RAAHC
[email protected]
We have received advice of the death on 22 September 2024 of John Robert Johnston. John served with RAA from 1964-1978 as BK 121 LAA Bty Darwin and ‘stood to’ during the Indonesian Conflict. He also served as BK HQ Bty 13 FD Regt RAA Adelaide. John was a Foundation Member of RAAA(NT) and Darwin Military Museum, he served in various positions (Secretary, Treasurer Publicity Officer) in these organisations. A small service for John was conducted at Darwin Military Museum and a Plaque laid commemorating his service to RAAA(NT) and Darwin Military Museum. He was a member of RAAA(Q) from 2011 to date and became involved with Fort Lytton Historical Association providing his guidance to the committee. John donated his body to Queensland University of Technology (QUT). QUT are having a remembrance ceremony at 10.00am Sunday 2 March 2025. RSVP by Monday 24 February to Ian Mellor 07 3138 6944 or email [email protected]
RIP John Robert Johnston.
Peter Bruce, OAM
Obituary Resource Officer
RAAHC
[email protected]
I would like to advise you of the passing of Sapper Graham Scott on 15th February 2025 in Sydney. Graham was a first intake national serviceman and served in Vietnam with 17th Construction Squadron RAE in 1966/67. His funeral is on Monday 24th February 2025 at 1.15pm at the North Chapel of the Northern Suburbs Crematorium, Sydney. Graham was 79 years of age when he passed after a long battle with cancer. RIP Graham.
Kind regards
Derek Smith OAM
11 Jun 1933-13 Feb 2025
3rd Battalion RAR Korea 1952-1953
1st Com Div Battle School Japan 53-54
2nd RAR Malay 55-57
11th N. S Training BN Wacol58-61
Life Member of Ipswich RSL Subbranch and Meritorious Award Recipient
Life Member 2RAR Association.
Matt served in Korea with 3 RAR (4 Jul 1952 – 4 Jul 1953) (366 days), Japan with 1st Com Div Battle School (1953-54) in Malaya with 2 RAR (1955-57) and with 11th NS Training Bn Wacol Qld (1958-61).
Matthew, late of Springfield Qld passed away on 13 Feb 2025, age 91.
Matt was a Life Member of the 2 RAR Association and served as
Committee Member (2001-06), Vice President (2006-2010) and President (2009-11).
In the 1993 Australia Day Honours List Matthew was award an OAM for “Service to Veterans and their families”.
It is with an extremely heavy heart that we share the passing of a living legend, Matthew Rennie OAM. A proud Korea Veteran, Matthew was a highly respected figure within RSL Queensland and a cherished member of both the Ipswich and Toowoomba communities.
Matthew’s unwavering dedication to veterans, his tireless efforts in research and advocacy, and his passion for ensuring those who served were never forgotten have left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing him.
His wisdom, kindness, and commitment to honouring our veterans will be deeply missed, but his legacy will live on in the countless lives he touched.
Matthew passed away last Thu 13 Feb 25, with a private family funeral to be held on 03 Mar 2025.
A memorial service will be held at CSI Club Services Ipswich, 5A Lowry Street, North Ipswich QLD 4305 and will be live streamed by the Ipswich RSL Subbranch. This will commence from 2pm on the 19th of Feb.
Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and the many who mourn his loss. Rest in peace, Matthew.
We Will Remember Him
Lest We Forget.
I have been advised by Roger’s family that he passed away after a short illness on Friday the 14th February 2025.
At this time, I have no funeral details, to be advised. The family have asked if anyone has any photos of his time in the Battalion. If you would like to them on so they may be used at his funeral, forward to me at [email protected] and I will forward to the family.
LEST WE FORGET
Sincerely
Wendy M McLean J.P.(Qual) LM
Secretary/Membership Officer
4RAR Association Qld. Inc.’
Telephone:0417 715 979
Email:[email protected]