FLINT, Leanne Joy “Crash” (née Craddock)
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Passed away peacefully.
Dearly loved wife of Dale. Loved mother and mother in-law of Justin and Tamara, Christopher and Jhen, Lisa and Rick, Michelle and Alex, and Nicholas. Cherished Nanny of Kove and Tide; and Emilio and Eden.
Reunited with Mum and Dad.
“Loved by all and will be deeply missed”
Funeral Notice
Service: Wednesday November 8, 2023The Funeral of Mrs. Leanne Joy Flint will be held at the Apollo Bay Cemetery, Great Ocean Road, Marengo, on Wednesday, November 8, 2023 commencing at 2.00 p.m.
For those that are unable to attend, click here to view the live-stream.
Leanne’s wishes are for everyone to dress in casual beach attire.
85 tributes Leave your tribute
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My heartfelt sympathy to the families, wow, very very shocked to hear this news, so sad, was only just talking to Leanne out at Ford’s a couple of weeks ago and while she shouffered me back home after dropping car off, lovely person😥 Rest peacefully mate💞
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Crash, you were a a loved friend of the Rochford family for many years. Condolences to Dale and your family. Len and Denise Rochford.
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Condolences to Crashs family and many friends at her sad passing. RIP Crash.
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So unexpected, so hard to come to grips with , the memories will live on and you will be missed by us all. Our condolences to all the family., and especially you Dale. XXXX
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I’m in shock. To Dale and all the family I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of Leanne.
Lovely memories of our time together at work, friendship and lots of laughter. -
A childhood spent living around the corner from the Craddock family. A Childhood of fond memories and many laughs at Leanne’s antics!
A very special lady who cared for others and who loved the beach and animals.
Thanks for the memories Crash.
Fond regards,
Adrian Gaylard -
My life long friend gone so suddenly, Crash I’ll miss our catch ups and your many text messages , always checking on the kids & family! You were certainly the most kind & caring soul …my heart breaks for Dale, Justin, Chris, Lisa, Michelle, Nick & your families !!
Back in the arms of your beautiful Mum Crash xx
Andrea, Paul, Paige, Nick & families -
So many great memories of times with Leanne to cherish. Such a wonderful Mother, wife, sister, cousin and friend. She will be greatly missed
All of our love is with Dale, Justin, Chris, Lisa, Michelle, Nick, Brian, Alan and families
Steve, Jane, Joel, Emma and Jordan Craddock and families -
Deeply saddened to hear the passing of Crash. Such a beautiful lady, always loved to catch up and have a chat about how the kids were all going. Condolences to the family xx
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Wonderful memories you have left behind for friends and family Crash.
Your lovely smile will be missed by so many.
Taken too soon from everyone that loved you.
Thoughts are with your family and friends.
Jenni Miller and family -
Leanne “Crash” , it’s hard to believe you are not here , the smile that lit up a room . From when I first met you and I was so young as our houses were opposite each other in Marengo , visiting each other as and you coming over to see Robert ( Bobby) , then as adults as our daughters went to school. You were the type of person that had a very big impact on everyone’s life who met you.
The love you had for your family was second to none . It’s time for you to rest for awhile then be you with your sparkling wings nothing full for you, and be with mum and dad.
For ever blessed for knowing you.
Our deepest condolences to all the families but also to Leanne Rochford , and true friend has lost her other half. My you all find peace in each .From
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Sympathy to Dale ,Cris,Lisa, Michelle, Nick .My family loved Crash and her family .loved her visits when l lived in Apollo bay. Tricia Day.
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Leanne,Crash we are forever grateful for knowing you for all our lives just a beautiful person inside and out you will be sadly missed by your many friends back with your mum way to early gone but never forgotten. Deepest sympathies to all your family Daryl and Nola, Jess Gaylard.
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Such very sad news on sudden passing of lovely Leanne, Crash.
My sincere sympathy to Dale, Justin, Chris, Lisa,Michelle & Nick , you will all miss her so much , she was such a bright spark, loved chatting with her. RIP Crash.💐💝 -
So shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of Leanne. A beautiful person and a beautiful smile. Deepest sympathy to all her family. Graeme and Jenny Missen
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Very fond memories of you Crash, from when I was a kid running around with Michelle and Nick on the farm. One of mum’s best and longest friends, you will be dearly missed!
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Such a beautiful happy lady , you will be missed by many , our deepest thoughts with all your family x
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Deepest sympathies to Dale and family on the sudden passing of Leanne.
She always had a smile on her face.
I can’t believe this has happened to someone do full of life.
Sleep easy
Gone way to soon
Bernie and Bernadette Walters. -
To Dale and Leannes ir Crash as we knew she was a fun loving girl always up for a chat when we met , she was a good friend and a great Mum , you will always be remembered with love Crash , Peggy and Doug Fisher
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Deepest sympathy to Dale, Flint And Craddock Families, a lovely lady. Thinking of you all.
Scott & Linda Wilson -
How do describe a freind ?
A person we met wow like ?? Years ago
This gal ! Made me mile ,with her booming ! Gday Thommo how ya going ?
Will ring on my ears for ever,cause she was like Mrs C and Herb always interested always concerned and always happy to see us ,Natalie and I although not close as family,will always miss her affection to all of our family, love and sweet dreams darlin,all the thommos xx -
Crash my earliest memories were of you and my Aunt Leeane at Nanas.You were both so cool. Always up for a laugh and a hug. You soon became Leanne’s bestie and a Rochford regular. Every tribute to you says the same thing because of the extraordinary person you were. A big smile, a big heart an even bigger personality and that sense of humour. Crash you were one of a kind and will be missed by many. You have not changed in all the years of known you. Deepest sympathy to your family
Brett McDonnell -
Omg what a shock to hear this very sad news.
My heartfelt condolences to the family and
friends of Leanne. A very bubbly person who
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Rest In Peace Leanne!
My condolences to Nick, his siblings and Leanne’s husband Dale!
May you all find your way through this hard time in your life by remembering Leannes smile, her love of you all, her laughter and may the happy memories bring a smile to your faces as Leanne would have wanted ❤️ -
Crash. Wherever you were, it was a guarantee of a good time. So many wonderful memories to cherish of fun times in The Bay. Laughs, dances and bloody late nights. A smile that could light the room.
Deepest condolences to Dale, Justin, Chris, Lisa, Michelle, and Nick and families on your sudden passing.
Keep the party going up there babe – till we get there.
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Honest, open hearted, caring and kind. Leanne, you will be sadly missed by so many. Deepest sympathy to Dale, Justin, Chris, Lisa, Michelle, Nick and families. Your kindness to my family will always be remembered.
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💖💖💖much love to Leanne’s husband, children and grandchildren. They were her greatest love. I will miss you💖💖💖
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48 my heart breaks Mate. You certainly were one of a kind. We go back a long way. Form 1 Colac Tech. You had a heart of gold & always had a smile on your face & your infectious laugh. Sending lots of love to your family, Roc & Corrina. Fly high ol friend. 💜💛💜💛🙏🙏
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Geez, I’ve shed some tears over the last couple of days.
Such a beautiful soul, so privileged to have known Crash, spend time with her and.go out dancing.
I’ll never forget the fun times and that beautiful personality, smile and laughter. 🩷
Condolences to Dale and all the family, I’ll miss her so much.
Fly high my beautiful friend. 🤍
Karen Day. -
Condolences to you Dale and all the Family.
Crash you were always fun to be around you always bring out a smile and a good laugh you were awazing person to be around.
You have brought back some awesome memories thats put a smile on my face. So sad to see you go. You always be in our minds and heart.
Leo 🙏❤️ -
Sending much love to you Dale and family at this sad time. Leanne was so full of life and enjoying herself so much here on your last stay with us. Gone way too early xxx
Dee & Gavin Riddell (Portland) -
Deepest sympathy to dale and family – so very saddened to hear of Leanne ‘crash’s’ passing- such a loving humorous whitty chick -I will never forget doing the tax returns – kiss & cuddle first up then laughter from start to finish – god you were bloody good value – love ya darlin – now go and rest in peace
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Crash you always had a smile and laugh for everyone and everything. Sending love to Dale and all your family gone too soon. Fly high and rest easy we are all better people having known you xx
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Deepest Sympathy to all Leanne’s family, so shocked and saddened by this news a beautiful lady that always had a smile taken way to soon. Also sending Leanne Rochford huge hugs at the loss of your best friend.
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So sad to learn of Leanne’s ( Crash ) passing. Hadn’t seen her for ages but whenever I did she was always full of chat and laughs. My love to all her family who I’m sure will all have so many wonderful memories that will be held close to all your hearts
With Love, Jo Jamieson -
Dale, Justin, Chris, Lisa, Michelle, Nick and families, what a shock to loose your beautiful wife, mother and nana, she loved you all I’ve lost my best buddy, the fun, laughter and the few wild parties we had over the last 40 years will never be forgotten (Crash, Rocky and Stony). I feel very blessed to get that last cuddle, hoping it wasn’t our last. Anyway buddy you are with your beautiful mother and father now. I will make sure your kids are doing ok. Love and miss you. Red , Corinna and family
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My dear friend, Crash Craddock who walked alongside me during those formative teenage years at Apollo Bay, leaving an indelible mark on my heart. I treasure the moments we shared, our adventures, the laughter, the smiles. I am grateful for having had you as my friend during those precious years. You will always hold a special place in my heart.
My condolences to your family, you will be sadly missed.Simone Flanagan
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Heartfelt sympathy to all of Leanne’s family. I have fond memories of get togethers in the Bay when I was young. Rest easy Crash. Reunited with your Mum & Dad
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Always friendly always smiling. Leanne will be sadly
missed. Condolences to Brian, Alan & familiesMick & Cathy Ross
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So very sad to hear you’ve gone Leanne, Crash, lots of great memories of such a lovely person, many times you and your partner in crime, Corina led me astray, condolences to all your family,
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My condolences to all the family and friends of Leanne Crash!! So loved by so many but lots if wonderful memories for you all to treasure 💕💕💕
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Such a beautiful lady, with a big bright smile. Always loved our chats ❤️
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Terribly sad news.
Leanne was such a happy person who always took the time for a chat when we met. Her smile, laugh and that fabulous hair will live on in my memories of her.
Rest in peace beautiful lady
Thoughts and love go to Al & family.
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To Dale and family crash she was a beautiful lady all way’s smiling love Fran,Bozo and family 💖💖
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Such a lovely smile and such a lovely person. Shocking news. Sympathy to the family and friends. Love to you all, from the good old days.
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Crash, when ever I thought about you , a smile always came to my face. You were just that sort of person. You were so full of life and had a great laugh that made me laugh. I’m so sad for Dale and your family. I will miss you old friend.
LeeAnne & George McDougall -
We are going to miss your beautiful smile and your fantastic sense of humour, always good for a laugh. Will always remember our happy times together. Love to your beautiful family. Love Ros and Lucky xx
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Crashy, your name brings up so many images of you and Annie and all the times you tagged along with David and I during the summer holidays! The laughs we had!
We’ll miss you
Heavee (Heather) xxxx -
Deepest condolences to Dale, Flint and Craddock families. Great memories of such a beautiful lady, so many fun times. We will miss your laugh and your beautiful smile.
Love to Rocky and Corinna also
Sleep peacefully Crash xxAnnette &Paul Spence and family
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Such terribly sad news. Special memories from growing up on Thompson St. Was always so much fun to see you, that huge smile and laugh,and always up for a chat, catching up on family news. The rolicking trips into town when Wayne needed a lift ,so much laughing.
A special lady.
Deepest condolences to all the family.xx
Alison & Wayne Alexander -
Deepest condolences to all the family. Leanne’s smile always made you feel better for seeing it. Always smiling, always happy for a chat and would do anything for anyone. Gone too early and we have lost a smiling angel.
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Oh what a shock to hear of the loss of the beautiful happy lady Crash.We will miss your smile and zest of life.Condolences to Dale and your loving family.Gone way to soon .🩷Tina and Mark Garrett
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Leanne crash,I heard the news and couldn’t believe it,it has been hard to come to terms with what’s happening .You where like a second mum to me,you and my beloved auntie lee looked after me when I was so little at nana rockeys house,l will miss seeing bringing in parts to work and our little catch up, but most of all l will miss our little hugs and kisses,condolences to your family and shine bright my love,just like your smile.Adam Colleen McDonnell and family xxxRIP
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Such sad news. heart breaking 💔
Deepest Condolences to Dale, Leanne’s children and the Craddock Family.
Such an effervescent caring person, always smiling.
There is a bright new star 🌟 in the sky tonight.
Rest peacefully dear friend 💜
Cherie Gerhard and Family -
I met Leanne’s son Nicholas and daughter Michelle in my teens and had grown accustomed to seeing Leanne’s bright cherry smile while coming over for sleepovers. Leanne always offered up fun banter and was always very welcoming. I send my deepest condolences to her family. You are all in my thoughts. Xx
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Dear Nich. Our deepest condolences to you and your family on the loss of your mum Leanne. Hold your memories close to your heart. All our love ❤️ Wayne and Sharyn Thackeray 💐
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We were so sad to hear the news. We’re going to miss such a beautiful, kind, bright, happy friend! Loved our catch ups and wonderful memories of fun times together at school. You will be missed by lots Crash . We all loved having you around us 💗
Deepest sympathy to Dale Justin chris Lisa Michelle Nick & families.
Deirdre, Stephen Tillack and family -
It is with great sadness to hear of Leanne’s sudden passing last weekend.Our Deepest Sympathies to Dale and Family and her great many friends.It an absolute pleasure to of worked with Leanne and always looked forward to our chats and laughs.R.I.P Crash. Love ❤️ from Brian and Gail Finn and family.
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It was such a shock to hear of Leanne’s sudden passing. Leanne was a beautiful lady who always had a smile on her face, had some good catch up chats when getting a ride after dropping car out to motor group.
Heartfelt condolences to all of Leanne’s family and Brian, Alan and Fiona and families.
Sleep peacefully Leanne 👼💕
Donna Cass -
Deepest Sympathy and thoughts to Dale and family on the sudden loss of Crash, may your many happy memories be a great comfort to you all in the days ahead. Has been a great privilege to have known her she was one of a kind. ❤️
From Anne,Ken,Shaun,Mirinda, Madeline,Quinn and Rowan Harwood -
Our sincere condolences to Dale and all the family. ♥️Leanne was such a happy, fun loving lady with a radiant smile, always up for a chat & loved a party. So many special memories of a beautiful lady. RIP 💕 Deb & Allan Frizon
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Sad news to learn of Leanne’s sudden passing. Your friendly face and the odd chat will be missed. Condolences to her family.
Kevin (Wellsy) and Yvonne Wells
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Genuine, warm hearted, funny, family orientated and a person who could put a person at ease with a big beautiful bright smile and a quick retort!!!
A shock loss which will take time to get over but I feel blessed to have been touched by Crash Craddock and her legacy will live on through her wonderful family and deep friendships!!!
Lisa xxx -
So shocked to hear this sad news , will always remember that smile , laugh and quick wit from our times out at Mc Kenzie motors.condolences to Dale and family during this sad time, gone too soon RIP Leanne ( crash ). .. Val and buttons.
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My beautiful friend Crasha, my partner in crime, we were the two Leanne’s (double trouble), first we Rock’d and then we Crash’d. You were more than my best friend, you were my soul sister and now part of me is missing. Good friend’s are hard to find and you were the best friend anyone could ask for. I am so grateful that you were such a big part of my life, thank you for everything.
Forty four years of great times, and the laughter, so often we’d laugh until we cried and begged each other to stop because it hurt and then we’d laugh again because we had forgotten what we were laughing about, which was hilarious to us. Crasha you had the knack of bringing joy and laughter to me when I was down, you were such an uplifting soul, you taught me that you can find humour in all situations and it’s healing.
I loved the way you were able to make everyone feel special with your big caring heart. My whole family adored you as part of the family. You were a breath of fresh air who always lit up the room. I always had a laugh watching you enjoy a cheeky banter with anyone and everyone who would take you on and they’d always leave chuckling.
We laughed, we cried, you were always there for me, we partied, and of all the precious memories that I treasure, it will be the joy you brought to everyone, and it was joy, fun and laughter that made you tick and it was infectious.
I’ll never forget you Crasha, it hurts so much to lose you but you were Born to be Wild mate and now your flying high with the Angels, as an Angel. Love you mate it’s not good bye but see ya later.
Sending huge hugs and love to: Dale, Justin, Chris, Lisa, Michelle, Nicholas and families, to Al and Fiona and to all the many many friends that loved this amazing woman.
Love always your friend Roc ❤️❤️❤️❤️ ❤️❤️❤️❤️ -
My heartfelt sympathy to my brother, Dale and children xx Leanne you were an absolute gem who had the biggest smile and a cackle that could be heard everywhere. A sister-in-law who was one in a million. All our love Barb and Croc xxxx
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Crash (Leanne) still cannot believe that you have left us. We did have so much fun. You were always up for a chat and a good laugh. To Dale, Justin, Chris, Lisa, Michelle, Nick and families our hearts are breaking for you so sending all or love and huge hugs. Love Robbo, Gina and family xx
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Heartfelt sympathy to Dale, Justin,Chris,Lisa,Michelle,Nick, brothers Brian, Alan and families. I hold very special memories of Primary school days going to Marengo. Crash, it was always a pleasure to catch up and exchange family stories, you were always so bubbly and full of life. You will be so sadly missed but remembered fondly. Love to all the family
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Crash you always made everyone feel so special wherever you went. Seeing you in Apollo bay was always special and the years between our chats seemed to just melted away as we talked and laughed about our families friends and school days. You were always so happy and had a good yarn to tell. Our school camps were guaranteed to be great when you were there. You have left us with such fond memories. Thankyou!! …rest in peace…taken far too soon… My condolences to the Craddock and Flint families on the loss of such a wonderful person who will be missed by all xx
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My heartfelt sympathy to Dale, Justin.Chris,Lisa,Michelle, Nick and families. I Will treasure so many memories that we shared from our school days , visits to Apollo Bay and in later years in Colac. Going to miss our chats and your your smiling face. You will be sadly missed .
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My heartfelt condolences to Dale, Justin, Chris, Lisa, Michelle, Nich and their partners and children on the loss of such a beautiful mother and nanna. Leanne had a very big heart and looked after me like I was one of her own when I lived in Australia. Her home felt like home to me because of her kindness and that fantastic sense of humour. I sat at her table for many roast dinners and the infamous Mex-ish-alian Christmas. May she rest in peace alongside her beloved mother and I hope you all get solace from the tons of happy memories you have with her at this difficult time. Lots of love, Edel Tiernan, Ireland X
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Shocked to hear this news. Taken too early. Fondest memories of our young teenage years holidaying in the bay and hanging out with you and Al all those years ago. They were the best of times. Condolences to your family from the Melbourne crew.
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Thinking of you all today sending you all my love and thoughts a beautiful soul with lots of fun memories of time together
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So sad to hear of Leanne’s passing. Crash Craddock just says it all. She lived up to her na.e at 100 miles an hour. Sadly missed condolences to you Alan and all of the family
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I wish I could be there today to say goodbye. You were a beautiful person and a true friend.I will miss you greatly.
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It’s so hard to comprehend that you’re not here anymore. A lot of time spent during the 80’s and 90’s spent hanging with Rocky and you and having fun. Condolences to all who loved you, there are so many. The world is a sadder place without you in it. xx
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Treasured memories from pre school until the end, you never changed one bit, from Darren Hillman
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Leanne, You may no longer be amongst us but I will forever hold fond memories of early mornings spent together laughing, crying and playing practical jokes. . You will be so deeply missed but your laughter and smile will live on. p.s. I’ll leave the rhubarb at the gate. Gary xx
Our Deepest Sympathy to Dale and all the family,
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Condolences to Dale and all her family on the passing of this fun loving lady Crash, I think everyone in Apollo Bay knew her smile.
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Dear mum,
I sure will miss you and our phone calls and laughs, your stories, and how they always seemed to get more elaborate than what they originally were as you lived for the drama and “hot-goss”.
You would be so proud of us all, and will be deeply missed.
Love you so much, mum 🌺
Lots of love, your “Precious Michelle”
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Crash you are going to be missed so much. I will miss you when I come to Apollo Bay for a Saturday night. Have alot of happy memories with you. All my love to Dale and the kids.
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I met Leanne when I started secondary school at the Colac High, we were classmates in 1A. As we both stayed in the Colac area we “crashed” into each other occasionally and enjoyed a chat. I was saddened to hear of Leanne’s passing and send my Deepest Sympathy to all of her family and friends. Every tribute written remembers a beautiful soul, RIP Leanne xx
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RIP lovely one, I’ll always remember our days in Apollo Bay bringing up our boys and having lots of laughs. Shine bright forever ⭐️
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Mumma! my heart. My beautiful mum. Gosh I Just miss you so much.
love you Mumma
till we meet again
love always
Your little Lisa XOXOX 💖🌊🏄♀️♈🌺🌴 -
“Leanne”
It’s hard to put into words the sadness and loss of a beautiful soul who was taken from the world suddenly.
I wish to express some thoughts on the friendship that came in place when school holidays came around and the Colac clan would descend on Apollo Bay Marengo at their holiday villa , where the family would make you feel welcome and part of the Colac clan.
We would walk the beach of Mounts Bay overlooking the Henty reef , clamber over the rocky shoreline in search of shells and small tropical fish. We would use small dip nets to recover these fish and put them in a bucket of sea water. I am not sure, but there was always some competition as to whom had the most and/or the biggest fish, either way it was great summer time fun.
When it was time for the Colac clan to pack up and go home, Marengo went back to the same faces of the local boys and girls.
The friendships I guess became somewhat different once we got OLDER and families increased. Well, Leanne did very well in that department with children, Chris, Justin, Lisa, Michelle and Nick…which now brings me to the next chapter……
They lived in the back streets of Apollo Bay and I recall being asked if I would baby sit these five as Dale & Leanne were going on a hot date in a grey or light blue van ?
I thought ..”SHIT , this really isnt me !!”, however there were only five and I recall I had a splurge of discipline as soon as Dale & Leanne were out of the driveway. The house door was shut and I said to the kids ..”this is how it’s gonna be !”
Well , rest assured , they had already planned their moves and I got pushed to the couch and from memory I had absolutely NO control over these kids. I was lucky to not end up in hospital and eventually Leanne & Dale returned home to save me!. I couldnt get away from the kids quick enough , but as you can see they have all turned out to be beautiful young adults.
Our friendship continued and recently Leanne & Dale flew into Tasmania, where I am currently living. I knew they were coming, but their plans turned to shit , the big jet wasn’t leaving Melbourne and Dale was in a flap and Leanne called to see if I could drive and pick them up from Wynard, well not a problem.
I could hear Dale carrying on in the background , something about the pilot and air hostess and eventually their flight arrived near midnight and I was to bring “refreshments” that clearly weren’t served on the flight. We all jumped in the Toyota to get out of the carpark and their is a boom gate requiring a ticket to open the bloody thing , which in a short space of time I had lost the ticket!!
Well, the cars were banking up behind me in BIG numbers as we all were frantically seraching for this ticket. Well , on the machine there was a button , and Leanne said to push it and sure enough this machine started to talk and all of a sudden, shit , up went the boom gate and off we all went. Over the next couple of days we had the best time, laughing and talking and going to dinner…it was bloody FANTASTIC.
A short time later after the holiday , Dale called me with the news that Leanne wasn’t too good.
I have great and very fond memories of many, many days that I spent with Leanne, Dale and the children.
To say that Leanne will be missed is an understatement, and from tomorrow on, there will be a bright star looking down upon us all as we continue to fathom over the coming weeks, months and years, the sadness and loss of a wonderful, beautiful and caring soul.
Rest in God’s care Leanne, as one day we all shall meet again.RIP ..Harry
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