CAREW, Brenda Gabrielle
Born Friday June 16, 1950. Passed away Wednesday February 11, 2026.
Loved and loving daughter of John and Josephine (both dec) of Eurack. Much loved sister of Rita (dec), Bernadette, Valerie (dec), Berenice (dec), Dolores, Josephine (dec), Maree, Denise, John (dec), Barbara and Loris.
So dearly loved by us all.
Funeral notice
Requiem Mass for the repose of the soul of Ms. Brenda Gabrielle Carew will be offered at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Gellibrand Street, Colac on Monday, February 23, 2026 commencing at 1:30pm.
In accordance with family wishes a private burial will be held.
Tributes
Leave a tributeBrenda,
Loved and loving partner of Herb Craddock (dec)
A lovely lady, one of a kind, who cared deeply for my dad and we are forever grateful.
You have been a big part of our lives, the long talks and your interest in our lives and what we were doing will be deeply missed.
We will always remember your love, warmth and care.
Sincere Condolences to the Carew family.
Brian (Crash) and the Craddock FamilyFebruary 23, 2026 11:16 am
Brenda
Treasured friend of Jim & Ann Joiner (Both Dec)A Beautiful Life lived true to youself.
You will always be remembered for your love of life.
Gary & Kaye Balcombe and the Joiner Family
February 23, 2026 10:25 am
Dear Brenda,
Thankyou for being a great friend and neighbour for many years, always up for a cuppa or a glass of wine.Cooking for each other was our thing, although we weren’t always the best of cooks, we certainly appreciated the effort we shared. I’ll never be able to eat Flammery without thinking of you.
Lighting the firepit will never be the same. We fondly remember many nights sitting around the firepit talking about years gone by; and sometimes years to come. Your knowledge of the stars was amazing!
Our whole family loved you; our grandchildren loved getting out of the car and running into your house for ‘Brenda lollies’, or a game of cards.
Although we never did get back to NZ, we will cherish the memories of the one fantastic trip we did share.
We have shared so many great times together; whether it was out for dinner, or dining at home, listening to Elvis with a beverage or two. Thankyou for the memories over the years. You will always hold a special place in our hearts. You will never be forgotten.
Condolences to all of your family.Love you forever,
Helen & Rodney Woodmason
X o x o
P.S – look after our Tilly.February 22, 2026 4:17 pm
Aunty Brenda Aka “Wicked”,
I can’t really believe you’re gone, no more voicemails, texts or coming over to tell you all my worries in life.
You always listened, laughed, stood by me and occasionally as a child told me to go home hours later after wanting to move out.
Staying at the farm and you attending my graduation ceremony will be the memories that will always live on in my heart.
Whilst I’m sad, I know you wanted to live a quality of life which you did so spectacularly.Just as you’d quote- “Simplicity is the ultimate form of socification”.
We love you, we miss you and you will never be forgotten.
February 22, 2026 10:51 am
My great friend Brenda.
You left us way to quickly, but I know you went the way you wanted to.
Coming to Colac will not be the same now that you won't be there.
I will miss out time together playing our Words game every night & your funny little comments you often came up with.
I'm sure Elvis was waiting for you & would of had The Pearly Gates opened ready for your arrival.
We will all miss you so much & I'm lucky to of had you as a very special friend.
Gail Spence
February 21, 2026 2:01 pm
To the Carew Family deepest sympathy on Brenda's passing. The Darcy clan have many fond memories of Brenda's enormous support and love when Wendy, our Mum passed. We remain forever grateful.
Andrea, Cathy, Bernadette, Paul, John & Mary DarcyFebruary 20, 2026 9:01 pm
To my dearest Aunty Brenda, I will never be able to put into words the profound impact you have had on my life.
My childhood spent on the farm with you at every opportunity in Eurack fostered my love for farming, and all things animals.Long nights spent rugged up together in the mini moke hunting rabbits and foxes, our pizza dates in the car all night long at Weering watching the freight trains come through, family Christmases on the farm, are memories I'll forever hold dear and cherish.
I will continue to 'feed the pet' for you, and Levi, Darcy and Hemi will grow up surrounded by your memory,tales of our adventures on the farm and of course educated on 'The King' with Levi already proficient in 'Hound Dog'
While my heart is broken, I know you are comfortable and at peace. Forever missed.
Until we meet again xxx
Love AlainaFebruary 19, 2026 5:03 pm
Aunty Brenda / Brenda
It’s with a sad heart that I say goodbye.
Thank you for all the fun times we shared at the farm in Eurack.
I will miss our phone chats and text messages.
Thank you for all the cherished, happy memories I have to keep.
I’ll catch you down the road, some distant day from now.
Forever in my heart.
Rest in Peace, Brenda.Love always,
Bernie ❤️
P.S. Run, Elvis, Run.
Go PiesFebruary 19, 2026 2:20 pm
Beautiful Brenda. Such sad news lovely lady.Journey safely Brenda.CONDOLENCES to all your loving family.To know her was to love her.Your friends . Lorraine and John Bennett.🌹🌹
February 18, 2026 8:44 am
Deepest sympathy to the Carew family on the passing of your very dear and much loved sister Brenda.
May you rest in eternal peace Brenda
Bernadette and Richard DawesFebruary 16, 2026 9:28 pm
Our Deepest Sympathy to the Carew family.
Brenda you were a lovely friend and caring neighbour.Always there for your neighbours wanting to help where ever you could .The street will not be the same .Our grandchildren loved their visits you would always have a lolly for them .They often asked can we visit granny Brenda .Remembered always Wendy and BrianFebruary 15, 2026 7:46 pm
Deepest sympathy Barb on the loss of your dear sister Brenda.Love Elaine.
February 15, 2026 4:04 pm
Our deepest condolences to the Carew Family at this very sad time.
Go forth now Brenda to meet your God your work on earth is done
Resting peacefully
Colleen (Bernie) and FamilyFebruary 15, 2026 8:04 am
To the Carew family condolences to you all on the death of Brenda.
Christine, Genevieve, Paul, Leo, Andrea and Adrian Hammett
February 15, 2026 7:32 am
Sincere condolences to the family at this difficult time. Brenda you were a wonderful person who loved life and everything in it big or small.
May you now Rest In Peace. 💔February 14, 2026 8:10 pm
So very sorry to hear this news
I have the best memories of being out at Brenda’s farm with Janine , Susan and Darryl in our younger years
My condolences to all the family
Thinking of you Barbara 💔💔
KateFebruary 14, 2026 7:21 pm
Deepest Sympathy to the Carew Family on the passimg of Brenda she was such a caring lovely lady always there to help in anyway i will miss our chats and friendship RIP Brenda
February 14, 2026 11:08 am
To the Carew family
Deepest sympathy on your loss of lovely Brenda. She was a beautiful neighbour to my brother Adrian and his wife Frances when they had a farm at Eurack.February 13, 2026 6:35 pm
So happy us “old girls” from St. Joseph’s had our catch up with you after Christmas Brenda. Deepest sympathy to your loved ones.
Rest peacefully Brenda 💔🥀
Love MargFebruary 13, 2026 6:26 pm