VALE JOHN HICKS:
Tuesday, 6th January, 2026
It is with great sadness to record the passing of John Hicks, a long-time member of Pakenham East Probus. Together with his wife Joy, the pair were inducted into the Club in 2008 and were invaluable in its development and success.
During the next ten years, they fully participated in many of the interest groups, activities and outings. They were a popular pair, known for their friendliness and generosity in welcoming members into their home on various occasions.
After Joy's sudden passing in 2018, John continued his membership but ill health saw this participation decline in the 2020s.
Rest in peace, John you will be forever remembered.
VALE BRUCE GILLIES:
13 November, 2025
Club members are deepened saddened at the passing of Bruce, who has been a staunch supporter since its beginnings in 2006. Together with wife Joy, they participated fully in all that the Club had to offer and made many friends along the way.
Bruce, as Newsletter producer, was admired for his attention to detail. The picture below was taken at the Club's Camera Group's Portrait Day and his smile portrays Bruce's friendly demeanour that we so appreciated. Rest in Peace now, Bruce.
VALE - BERYL REYNOLDS
PASSED AWAY, SATURDAY, 30th AUGUST, 2025
Beryl will be long remembered for her calm and gracious personality. Over the past eight and a half years of membership, she has fully participated in and enjoyed all facets of our Club. Her love of gardening was well known and she welcomed our garden group for a visit in 2018. Her quiet, friendly disposition was appreciated by all around her. May she now rest in peace.
VALE - MAXWELL (MAX) JEAVONS
PASSED AWAY SUNDAY, 27TH APRIL, 2025
Our Club members are deepened saddened at the loss of Max Jeavons, a gentleman who sense of humour, love of family and community was greatly appreciated and acknowledged. Max is pictured in his Pakenham East Probus Putters' golf shirt. This was one of his favourite activities within the Club. He will remembered for his friendly demeanour and keenness to be involved. Rest in peace Max with your darling wife Elizabeth.
Vale Molly Perkins
7th July 1923 – 3rd February 2024
Members were saddened to hear of the passing of Molly, Molly was a member of our club for a very short time. At the time of her passing Molly was one hundred and a half years old.
VALE - JUDY WATTS - 11TH MAY 2024
VALE - ALAN DESSENT
It is with deep regret that I inform you all of the passing of Alan Dessent.one of our members and a respected member of our Community.
He passed away peacefully Monday night 12th of August. 2024 in Warragul Hospital with his family by his side.
Our sincerest condolences are extended to Jean and her family in their loss. May they treasure the many happy memories they all shared
together.
May dear Alan Rest in Peace.
VALE - NANCY GALLON
WHO PASSED AWAY 20th July, 2024
VALE
LORIS BEGG – 16th October – 14th October, 2024
Loris was a very active and friendly member of our club and will be dearly missed.
VALE
JENNY BURRIDGE – 11 th July 1947 – 25th October, 2024
Jenny was an active member of our club and was always there to assist when needed. She will be greatly missed by us all.
Vale Rob Porter
13/8/1942—25/12/2023
Members were saddened to hear of the passing of Rob on Christmas day. Rob became a member of Pakenham East Probus in October 2007. He quickly endeared himself to all to members of our Club.
Rob was a loving husband of Carol, father of Geoff and Gavin and Grandfather to his 6 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.
Rob was a pillar to his community, a quiet achiever, and a legend. Throughout his life he had been awarded many honours, Apprentice of the Year, this award is presented to an individual who is undertak-ing an apprenticeship and has been outstanding in all aspects of their training., The inaugural winner of the Stan Henwood Award for long term commun
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