DILLON, Barbara Joy (née Kerr)
Born Monday October 09, 1950. Passed away Tuesday July 28, 2026.
Our hearts are heavy as we share the news of Barbara’s passing on 28th July 2026 at the age of 75, after fighting a long term illness.
Barbara passed away peacefully surrounded by family. Barbara is the dearly loved wife of Ronnie. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Andrea and Luke, Jackie and Greg. Cherished Nanna of Milla, Emma, Alban and Frances.
Daughter of Stanley and Ivy Kerr (both dec). Loving sister of Graham, Peter and Dianne.
Barbara brought joy and kindness to everyone who knew her. She will be sadly missed but will live on forever in our hearts.
Funeral notice
A Memorial Service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Barbara Joy Dillon will be held at the Colac Lake Bowling Club, Moore Street, Colac on Thursday, August 6, 2026 commencing at 1.30 pm.
In accordance with family wishes, a prior private burial will be held.
Tributes
Leave a tributeMuch loved sister-in-law of Kerry and Daryl Richmond. Loved Aunty of Belinda, Adrian, Mia & George; Marc, Sarah, Harriet & Winnie. Barb, we will miss you so much. So many happy memories. Our thoughts are with Ronnie, Andrea, Luke, Milla & Emma; Jackie, Greg, Alban & Frances.
August 02, 2026 8:17 am
We have lost a special lady from bowls, Coolangatta and life in general, we are all the better for knowing Barb. Our love and thoughts to Ronny, Andrea, Jackie and familys. Rest easy now Barb
August 01, 2026 8:40 pm
Condolences to Ron and family on the loss of Barbara.
Gretchen Egan (Adema)
August 01, 2026 5:13 pm
To Ronnie, Andrea, Jackie and families. Prayers and thoughts are with you and the Kerr family at this time. You will have many memories of the lovely lady that Barbara was and of the special times together.
Kevin and Mary Russell.August 01, 2026 2:38 pm
Deepest sympathy to Ron Andrea Jackie and families on the loss of Barb. Fond memories of Colac West PS parents club days with Barb. Such a lovely person 💕
August 01, 2026 12:07 pm
Our deepest sympathy to Ron Andrea Jackie and there families Barb was such a beautiful kind and gentle lady and a beautiful friend. Rest in peace Barb. Rob and Faye King and family
July 31, 2026 11:57 pm
Our deepest sympathy to Ron Andrea and Jackie on the sad loss of Barb. Lovely memories of kinder and primary school mothers club days. A beautiful kind lady. Rest peacefully Barb.
Julie Brian Holly Dale & Joel Menzies and their families.July 31, 2026 10:48 pm
Sending much love to Uncle Ronnie, Andrea, Jackie and families at this sad time. Aunty Barbara was a gentle and kind woman, who I remember so vividly as a child taking much interest in me, making me feel special. Kids don’t forget those feelings !
Thinking of you across the Bass Strait,
Jon, Alison, Ivy and Ari Edmunds
July 31, 2026 10:31 pm
Deepest sympathy to Ron, Andrea, Jackie & Families in the loss of Barb. Lots of happy memories of our younger days playing many seasons, of A grade night netball with Barb in our Tigers team. Barb was a talented netballer and a lovely lady. Thinking of you at this sad time. Aileen Kettle.
July 31, 2026 10:01 pm
Our thoughts are with you Ron, Andrea, Jackie and all the family. Barb was one very special lady. Sending love and hugs to you all.
July 31, 2026 9:24 pm
To Ronnie, Andrea ,Jackie & your families… sending you all our very deepest sympathy on the sad loss of lovely Barb … be so proud that she was your wife & loving Mum & grandma..memories will be yours forever!
With love Paul & Andrea Allen & familyJuly 31, 2026 9:19 pm
A lovely lady and fierce competitor on the bowling green, it was always a pleasure to meet Barb. Sincere sympathy to her family. May Barb rest in perfect peace. Julie Johnson
July 31, 2026 9:11 pm
So sad to hear of Barbs pass ing.Such a kind gentle lady. Jenny
July 31, 2026 8:23 pm
Sincere sympathy to the Dillon family on the loss of Barbara. To Graham, Peter and Dianne. Fond memories over many years of a lovely person. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. Barbara always had a smile and we often talked about our younger days. Vonda and Stewart Carson
July 31, 2026 8:15 pm
Sincere condolences to all the family. Barb was a lovely, friendly person.
July 31, 2026 7:57 pm
Sincere sympathy to Ron and all your family on the passing of Barbara a very lovely lady R.I.P from Eva
July 31, 2026 7:44 pm
My deepest condolences to Ron and all the family. Sad to hear of the passing of Barb.
July 31, 2026 7:18 pm
Sending love to Ron, Andrea, Jackie & families on the sad passing of Barbara. Barb was a gentle kind hearted lady who had time for everybody. Will be sadly missed.
Mick & Cathy Ross
July 31, 2026 2:11 pm
Our condolences to Ron, Andrea, Jackie and Families.
We are sad to hear of Barb's passing.
Our thoughts are with you all.
May She Rest in Peace.
Noel and Jennie McMahon.July 31, 2026 1:49 pm
Our thoughts and prayers to Ron and family, Graham and the Kerr family on sad passing of Barbara. Xxx
Trish Long and ScottyJuly 31, 2026 1:26 pm
Our thoughts are with. Ron's immediate family for the loss of a loving wife,mother and grand mother.
Will be sadly missed. Now in a better place.Jacimovic Family
July 31, 2026 12:55 pm
My thoughts are with you Ron, Andrea and Jackie on the passing of your beautiful mum. She was a very generous lady.
July 31, 2026 10:55 am
Sincere sympathy Ron,Andrea,Jackie and family on Barb’s passing she the most gentle and kind person.
We spent many netball days together.
It was an absolute privilege to have known Barb.
Jenni MillerJuly 31, 2026 10:49 am