The families of the late RONNIE WILLIAM SMITH, beloved brother and brother in-law to Barbara & Wal (DEC), Helen & Ewin, Joy & Rick, Colin & Pat, Barry & Juvy, Kevin (DEC) & Gay (DEC) and their families wish to convey their sincere thanks for your kind expressions of sympathy, cards and flowers, in the loss of our brother Ronnie. A big thank you.

He will be missed by so many

Thank you

Andrew Egan

27/5/1960 – 28/2/2021

Thanks so much to everyone who came to Andrew’s funeral, and to those who sent cards, flowers and food.

It was amazing to see so many people who turned up to say farewell to a friend, colleague,

a mate and to support his family.

It was so lovely to catch up with so many.

I am sorry if I missed talking to anyone as it was a little crazy. The kids and I are so grateful for all your support.

Thanks to Cooma Hospital Oncology Unit for all your care.

Thanks to Dr Brian Tugwell for

your patience and care of Andrew.

Thanks for all the love from Anne, Kat, Roman, Tim, Pat, Jayde, Ellen and Rowan.

Athol “Slip” Reid

The family of Athol “Slip” Reid would like to thank their kind and incredibly thoughtful family and friends for the flowers, cards, phone calls and food. You surrounded us with your love through your visits, kind words and hugs. Dad was truly loved by so many.

A very special heartfelt thankyou to Fr Mick, for your compassion and kindness. Our grieving hearts were in such gentle hands. 

To the St. Mary’s parishioners- we are so truly grateful for your heartfelt prayers and support. 

Diane and the wonderful ladies of Bombala Golf Club-you put on an amazing “spread” and Dad would have loved it. 

To the beautiful Shelley, Rosie, Clarissa, Helen and Julie and all the home care staff- you were Dad’s girls. We will be forever indebted to you for your unwavering advocation, attention and humour. Your tender care kept him out of trouble (it was hard we know!). He spoke about you every day. 

To Sylvia, Chris and Lucy at Bombala Medical Centre- knowing you were there for Dad (and Mum) meant more than you will know.

Dr Colin-decades of medical care,  thanks isn’t enough. 

To Dr Charlie and the Bombala hospital staff - we are so grateful for the care you provided.

Lastly to his dear mates-there are no words, thanks for being there especially over the last few years. 

The sun will not shine as bright anymore.. 

Thank you all Donna, Fiona and families. 

The family of the late Charlie Mugridge wish to express our appreciation and heartfelt thanks to those who offered such kindness, support, messages of sympathy and comfort in our recent loss.

Please accept this as our personal thank you.

The family of Daryl White would like to thank everyone for their support shown during the loss of our beloved husband, father, father-in-law, brother, brother-in-law, grandfather and great-grandfather.

Your kind words during this difficult time and throughout Darlys life are deeply appreciated and acknowledged. Every act of kindness; messages, cards, visits, all of the food, flowers and especially your prayers will never be forgotten.

Daryl would have been so proud of Derek, Michelle, Rochelle and Clinton, all our grandchildren, nieces and nephews who helped celebrate his life. His grandchildren and precious great grandson gave Daryl so much joy!

Thank you to our priests Fr. Mick and Fr. Adrian, Sr. Terese, the Bombala Hospital Staff, Sapphire Coast Funerals, St. Mary’s Parish and St. Jospeh’s, Bombala Golf Club and Pam Roberts.

God Bless you all

Sincerely,
Nola, Derek and Rochelle.

The family of the late David Cottrell thank all for expressions of kindness at the time of David’s death, with visits, phone calls, letters & cards.

Sincere thankyou to Heather & staff at the Delegate MPS, for their care, compassion & respect shown to David during his time as a patient.

We are very fortunate to have this much needed facility in the Delegate district.

Small country towns are in desperate need of Doctors, nurses, hospital & nursing homes.

The family of the late Dom Rankin

wish to express their deep appreciation to those who have offered kindness, support and messages of sympathy and comfort in their bereavement.

They especially wish to thank the home care staff and the staff at Yallambee Lodge for making his final days so comfortable.

Leonie and family wish to sincerely thank everyone for your expressions of sympathy shown in so many ways, please accept this is our personal thanks.

Thank you

Leonie and Family x

Eleonora and family wish to sincerely thank everyone for your expessions of sympathy shown in so many ways, please accept this as our personal thanks.

The family of the late Marcus (Mark) Rick wish to express their deep appreciation of the many people who have assisted or sent messages of support during Mark’s recent illness.

The doctors and nurses in both Cooma and Canberra hospitals, especially Dr Christine Human who cared for Mark during his later years and Dr Brian Tugwell who accompanied him during his final few weeks.

Fr Mick McAndrew and Alan Dodd who not only led a prayerful requiem service but also provided a Zoom facility which enabled us to share the moment with so many people who were unable to attend.

Frances Robinson and her colleagues from St Patrick’s School who provided support including a guard of honour in the most appalling weather conditions.

Family and friends beyond closed borders and the local friends who simply were not able to attend.

Please accept our heartfelt gratitude.

Terri, Greg, David, Brendan and Julian.

The family of the late Margaret Leonne SMITH

Would like to thank everyone who attended her funeral, sent flowers, cards and personal messages of sympathy.

We appreciate your thoughtfulness and kind words, very much.

Thank you to the doctors, Christine Human, Sean Trutor and Emily Whitelaw. The nurses, carers and staff at Yallambee Aged Care, IRT Home Care, the staff from ED and, A level at Cooma Hospital.

We cannot thank you all enough for caring for our mum.

The family of the late Marion Mould 

Wish to express their appreciation to those who have offered kindness, support and messages of sympathy and comfort in their bereavement. 

Special thanks to Dr Truter, Cooma Challenge and Australian Unity home based care in Cooma and Warrigal Calwell for their wonderful care in most recent years.

The family of the late MERVYN ‘Bluey’ RODWELL would like to THANK Doctors and staff of the Bombala MPS and Medical Centre, Cardiologist Yang for their care and compassion to MERV in the weeks prior to his passing!

Local Paramedics, members of NSW Fire and Rescue Station 230 Bombala, Constable Sean Webb of Nimmitabel, Alan Dodd of Cooma on the night of MERV’S passing and to John Whyman and Nel Reeves both of Bega for your kindness and compassion!

To the ladies of the Bombala Golf Club for the catering!

To ALL whom sent flowers, cards, visited, brought baking, the endless phone calls, messages of kindness, compassion, love and support shown to us at this time has been comforting!

Sincerely Shirley and our children Patricia, Peter, Lynette, Vicki, Debbie, Mary-anne (dec), Angela, Suzanne, Mark and their partners! Our 21 Grandchildren, 30 Great Grandchildren and 1 Great Great Grandson.

Please accept this as our personal thanks!

The family of the Late Mrs Mary Edna Reed of Delegate, would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all those who, through their prayers, love and support gave great comfort and strength during this time of need.

We would also like to express our sincere thanks to the staff of the Delegate MPS, Fr Mick McAndrew and Sister Theresa Keane for their care, compassion and friendship.

18/01/1918 to 17/07/2021

Game Set Match

We wish to thank everyone for your kind words, thoughts, cards and flowers on the passing of, Myrtle Olive Boate. Together we celebrate her life. May she live on in your stories forever.

Peter, Carolyn and family

The family of the late PATRICIA BRADFORD

wish to express their appreciation to those who have offered kindness, support and messages of sympathy and comfort in their bereavement.

Special thanks to the staff at Sir William Hudson Memorial Centre for their care of Patricia over the past five years.

The family of the late PETER MORGAN (BALLZ)

Would like to say a special thanks to the Monaro Police Department, Local SES Service and Allen’s Funerals for their time, effort, compassion and respect shown to our family, during the loss of our beloved Son, brother, father and Friend.

Everyone’s kind words during this difficult time were deeply appreciated and acknowledged. Every act of kindness, messages, cards, donations and flowers will never be forgotten.

With our deep thanks, Peter will be greatly missed by all.

Allison and Family

The family of the late Peter Sopniewski

Wish to express our appreciation to those who offered such kindness, support, messages of sympathy and comfort in our recent loss.

Special thanks to Michael Couvee, Phillip & Heather Brown and all the staff of the Cooma Ambulance Service.

Please except this as our personal thank you, as many addresses are unknown.

To the many friends and relatives who sent cards, flowers and messages of sympathy on Ray’s passing, your kindness is appreciated.

A special thanks to all who came and those who travelled to be with us to say farewell.

Thanks to you all

Una, Roberson & family

Passed away on 20/6/21

Doug Snowden & family would like to pass on their heartfelt thanks for all your words of sympathy and support.

Special thanks to Dr Murdoch, Dr Curtis & staff at Cooma Hospital for the amazing care given to Rhonda in her final days.

The family of the late Roderic Diacono would like to thank the local NSW Ambulance Service, Berridale RFS, staff from the ED Cooma Hospital, and Allen’s Funerals for their care, compassion and respect shown to Roddy, during the loss of our beloved partner, father, father-in-law, sister, brothers, brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, grandfather, uncle and ex wife.

Everyones kind words during this difficult time were deeply appreciated and acknowledged. Every act of kindness, messages, cards and flowers will never be forgotten.

With our deep thanks, Roddy will be greatly missed by all.

Alison and Family

To all friends and relatives who helped Doug & Marie through such a sad time with the accidental death of Clark.

Rod & Tracey, Sue & grandchildren appreciate your kindness & help with food, love, sympathy words and flowers that came so willingly. Thank you all.

To all we did not see to say farewell - we are sorry.

Now in Coffs Harbour, new chapter in our lives, family close thankfully.

Doug and Marie Peadon X  Bombala.

Evelyn, Michael, Steven and family, sincerely  thank everyone for your sympathy and support shown in so many ways.

Please accept this as our personal thanks.

Thank you to Dr Truter and all the staff at Cooma Hospital for the care and love you gave Skip and all our family.

Passed 21 May 2022

The family would like to thank friends & relatives for flowers & kind words.

Also, thanks to the nursing staff at Sir William Hudson Centre for their care over Vilma’s final years.

Kel, Anthony, Ben, Carmel & Donna

The family of the late Warren Haley wish to express our appreciation for cards, flowers and support.

Special thanks to the family. Also to Meryl, Kath, Nettie and George. Chris, Tamie, Adam and Leeanna.

The family of the late Wayne McGufficke “GUFF”

4/6/1952 - 6/11/2021

Thank you all for the expressions of kindness, Flowers, cards & visits after the passing of Wayne.

Sincere thanks to Dr Sue Rainsford, Palliative Care nurses for the care & respect given.

From his loving Family x