FENN, David John
Born Monday April 29, 1935. Passed away Sunday April 19, 2026.
Passed away peacefully at Hesse Rural Health, Winchelsea. Formerly of Irrewarra.
Loved husband of Norma (dec). Loving father and father-in-law of Carol and Lionel, Michael and Tracey. Friend of Ro. Adored Pa of Amanda and Brendan, Megan and Daniel, Lisa and Michael; Andrew and Tanya, Jamie, Danielle and Josh, David and Brigette. Big Pa of Isabella and Reilly; Ivy and Bonnie; Brock and Alexander; Mia, Olivia, Sophie, Mark and Michael. Son of Fred and Doris (both dec). Brother and brother-in-law of Heather and David.
Reunited with mum.
Funeral notice
Monday April 27, 2026, 1:30pm
Quinn Funerals Chapel at Wesley Place, 15 Skene Street, Colac
Get directionsThe Funeral of Mr. David John Fenn will be held in the Chapel at Wesley Place, 15 Skene Street, Colac on Monday, April 27, 2026 commencing at 1:30pm.
The Funeral will leave the Chapel at the conclusion of the service for the Colac Lawn Cemetery.
For those who are unable to attend, CLICK HERE to view the live-stream.
Tributes
Leave a tributeCondolences to Family- had some good Chin-wags over the years from our time with the Shire of Colac. Always the gentleman- had a good innings!
PaulMay 14, 2026 3:29 pm
Our condolences to Mike and all the members of the fenn families thinking of you all at this sad times rest in peace 🙏 David from Vince genua and all the boys at genua brothers
April 27, 2026 3:20 pm
My Big Brother
You were nearly 11 when I was born,so you were very much my big brother. My memories of you back then are of your balsa aircraft models hanging in your bedroom and the very strong smell of glue, the wonderful working model steam engine and the trains and tracks laid out in the front room.it’s so long ago now but fragments come back, holidays in Devon,sailing small boats at the Hollow ponds with your friends,you pushing me round the garden in the red engine and the day you fished me out when I fell in the pond,shortly after you and Dad had remodelled it!
When you were old enough ,you used to cycle out into Essex at weekends to go and help on the farm - sowing seeds for your future life.
Then when you were 18 it was a first goodbye for us.You were called up to do National Service and became a police dog handler in the RAF in Northern Ireland . We were sad to see you go and Mum and Dad were worried about your safety because of the ‘troubles’ but we were very proud of you in your uniform and it was lovely when you came home on leave.
At last the 2 years were up and you came back to us. You were now a very grown up big brother,going to work in the City every day. We thought you were back for good but it wasn’t to be for long because you met Norma, fell in love and followed her back to Australia in February 1957.
This goodbye was very hard and for many months I used to rush home from school in the hope that you had returned.
You and Norma worked so hard and made a wonderful life together and you achieved your goal of owning your own farm. It was to be many years before you were able to pay us a visit. When you did, you were able to spend time with all the family and we all got to know you. I got to know what I missed growing up without you!
We last met in 2023 and when you left we had an extra tight hug. I think we both knew we were unlikely to meet again.
This then is the final very sad goodbye.
Love you BIg Bro.
Rest In Peace.
Your ‘baby’ sister HeatherApril 27, 2026 1:03 am
Our deepest sympathy to Carol Lionel and Fenn family .
We knew David as a warm hearted hard working intellect and total gentleman , he cared dearly for his wife Norma(dec) and spoke lovingly of his family.
Suzii Gary HoltApril 23, 2026 9:59 am
I worked with David for a short time so am saddened to hear of his passing. David was very kind and friend for many years. Sending my condolences to his family. RIP
April 22, 2026 7:53 pm
Heartbroken. What a wonderful man. I have missed and will miss you dearly Darl, which we called each other 🫶 I feel blessed to have met an initially grumpy old bugger who then became a friend indeed. Rest now with your beloved Norma and know you will never be forgotten. Love to your family. Vik from the NAB xxoo
April 22, 2026 6:58 pm
Carol, Lionel and all family. Our thoughts are with you on the loss of your Father Carol. Our sincere sympathy. Vonda and Stewart Carson.
April 22, 2026 1:55 pm
Many happy memories of a kind and friendly neighbor at Irrewarra. My condolences to all the family. Joy Leggo
April 22, 2026 12:56 pm
Sincere condolences to Mick and family at this difficult time. A true gentleman to care for who loved his cuppas. You will be sadly missed.
Rest In Peace Dave. 💔🌸April 22, 2026 9:43 am
Rest peacefully David. One of life's true gentlemen. Sincere condolences to Carol, Megan and all the family. Now back in Norma's arms xx
April 21, 2026 11:30 pm
Dear Carol and Lionel , Mick and Tracey and all of the family, thinking of you all at the sad time of loosing your dear dad and Pa
Always up for a chat and a true gentleman
Family was everything to him and he loved you all
May he rest peacefully now and happy back with his dear wife who he told me he missed
Rip pa fenn
Lynnie, Kev and familyApril 21, 2026 9:34 pm
Good memories of working with David in Fire Management when we were at Carlisle River Peter Gardiner
April 21, 2026 6:34 pm
Such a lovely gentle man. Fond memories of working together at 'old' Colac Shire when David was a seasonal Fire Officer. Always a kind greeting & chat in the years since. Condolences to all family.
April 21, 2026 4:36 pm
Thanks for the memories. Give Norma a big hug from me CLEAR LEFT at the Pearly Gates luv Ro
April 20, 2026 4:14 pm