KIRKPATRICK, Cicely Frances (née Doe)
Born Monday July 25, 1932. Passed away Friday February 20, 2026.
Dearly loved wife of James Desmond (dec)
Loved Mother of Susan Kirkpatrick-Hickey (dec), Robert and David.
Funeral notice
The Funeral of Mrs. Cicily Frances Kirkpatrick will be held at the Colac Lawn Cemetery, Gravesend Street, Colac on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 commencing at 11.00am.
Tributes
Leave a tributeSo sorry to hear this sad news, I will miss our chats at the Cororooke Post Office. We loved to discuss the books we were reading and swap them when we had read a good one.
Such a lovely lady and will be sadly missed xxxMarch 07, 2026 3:30 am
Sincere condolences to Kirky’s extended family on her passing.
Kirky will always be remembered for her genuine love of nursing, her care and compassion and quirky personality.
Respected for her incredible work ethic, Kirky has certainly left a mark on all who had the joy of working with her over the years.
Rest In Peace dear Kirky.
March 04, 2026 10:37 am
So sorry to hear of your mums passing . She was such a straight shooter !
I loved hearing of stories of her past whilst I cut her hair over the past 30 plus years . Love her stories from farming , nursing and resent years the veggie markets and the different characters she come across down there in melbourne .
Was stickler for time absolutely never late but often a hour early .
Such a hard worker over the years .
I will absolutely miss Kirky and our chats .
Rest in peace Kirky ♥️♥️♥️March 03, 2026 11:06 pm
Kirky you were such a wonderful nurse. Remembering our days working together in Polwarth house. You always came to work with a smile on your face and nothing was ever too much effort for you. We had good times and lots of laughs listening to your farm stories.
Rest in peace Kirky
Noelene McKayMarch 03, 2026 8:47 pm
Kirkie
I am greatly saddened to hear of your passing/ my deepest sympathy to your family.
You were a wonderful, caring & hard working Nurse/ I not only enjoyed working with you/ but you were in your own way a great teacher to us new, young nurses! If I got to work & you were there I knew we’d had a good shift! Patients would have the utmost best care!
RIP Kirkie
Julie MoloneyMarch 03, 2026 11:05 am
DearKirky,
What an inspiration you were,to us all.
The new generation of nurses.
Green behind the gills commencing our training.
In the school of nursing,at Colac and Dristrict Hospital in 1979.
You always showed compassion,empathy,respect.
But most of all, your patients were always cared for with dignity as human beings,not a number.
You spoke of proud pride (as mother's do) of the boys growing potatoes and selling them at markets.
Going home and helping them and cooking their meals
Susan with her netball and her young family. Susan became,my daughter's netball coach,along with her own daughter Jess as well in the team.
What a small world, it is.
What a nurse's reunion and family catch up awaits you,Kirky.
No more stainless steel bedpans to scrub.🤣
Thank you for your guidance and patience. From one green gilled trainee nurse,( from many years ago) to a respected superior nurse.
Thank you, Kirby.
Rhonda Garner ❤️March 03, 2026 2:54 am
Dear Kirk.
So many years we worked together at CAH. You played a pivotal part in showing us up and coming new young nurses how it was done and done properly it was. You were certainly a hard worker both in your nursing career and on farm. It was a pleasure to have worked alongside you and share a few laughs and tears along the way. Rest easy xx. Deepest sympathy to your family.
Sharyn ThackerayMarch 02, 2026 9:14 pm
It is not often in life that you meet someone as unique as Kirky.
Such a privilege to have been able to work with and spend some time with her.
Kirky’s work ethic and honesty was something to be admired and behold.
Memories of your life so well lived will be cherished by many.
Resting peacefully now.
Sincere condolences to Robert and David and Kirky’s extended family.Love and respect
Martin and CarmelMarch 02, 2026 7:42 pm
Thinking of you all at this sad time,RIP Kirky I miss our chats
March 02, 2026 5:15 pm
To Kirky’s boys my sympathy. Know that your mum was a very special nurse and someone many of us looked up to. So caring and enjoyed a chat when the work was done. Old school for sure.
March 01, 2026 6:16 pm
Dear Kirky,
All these tributes are a reflection of your life dedication to nursing. It was an honour to work along side you. Rest peacefully Kirky.
Sincere sympathy to your family.
Raelene Schultz.February 28, 2026 6:32 pm
So sorry to learn of the loss of dear Kirky. She was a great mentor and a hard worker who just got in and got the job done without fuss, and was always up for a chat whenever our paths crossed.
Rest in peace Kirky… you’ve earned it.Sincere sympathies to her loved ones
February 28, 2026 9:47 am
Deepest sympathy to all of Kirk’s family.
Fond memories of working with you Kirky over the years in Pollies. You were always so kind and hard working, and enjoyed lots of fun times in those days.Rest peacefully.
Di Whytcross
February 27, 2026 8:50 pm
My sympathy to the Kirkpatrick family. Kirky was a hard working gentle nurse who I enjoyed many years working with. RIP 💕
February 27, 2026 5:01 pm
My condolences to all Kirky's family.
Such an inspirational nurse! Always kind and very hard working!!
So many memories and stories of working together, especially in Polwarth house!!Rest in peace Kirk,
Marg Carter
February 27, 2026 12:42 pm
Wonderful memories of kirky,a kind, caring and hard working nurse.love and sympathy to all her family Judy Boyd.
February 27, 2026 12:29 pm
Kirk , u were one in a million ! Worked so hard with your nursing & all your farm work . Many happy times working together. Now with Susan . RIP
BerniceFebruary 27, 2026 11:07 am
Dear Kirky, such a character, hard working and so kind to all you cared for.
Special memories of times together at work and call ins later, catching up with all your stories.
Time to rest now Kirky.
Love to Jess, Chris, Hayden and Pat and familiesHelen and Geoff
February 27, 2026 9:54 am
Deepest sympathy to Kirky’s family. What an amazing, hard working, kind and caring woman. Always amazed at her strength and unending energy. You were a great mentor to young nurses starting out in their career. RIP
Karen GAYLARDFebruary 27, 2026 9:52 am
RIP Kirky. Always a hard worker and ready to help everyone. Those were the days
February 27, 2026 9:44 am
Great memories of our working days together Kirky ,A lovely caring nurse ,there was never a dull moment when you were around. Rest peacefully,
Rosie NewcombeFebruary 27, 2026 12:06 am
Remembering dear 'Kirkie'- a kind,compassionate and caring nurse of the 'old school'.
Always ready for a hard day's work,getting the job done,but also enjoyed a cheerful chat with all along the way.
Our sincere sympathy to her family on her passing.
Nurses and staff of North Two,old Colac Hospital.February 26, 2026 10:13 pm
My always beautiful Aunt, I have loved you every since I was little, YOU will all ways be my Auntie Sissy
February 26, 2026 3:44 pm
How sad I am to have read that you had passed away "Kirky"
I will always hold beautiful memories of working with you, and beside you all those years ago.
I always thought if I could be half the nurse you were I would be happy, you were so caring and compassionate always, and we : your nursing family were saddened when you lost your beautiful SusanMy sympathy to your boys and extended family.
May you always rest in peace lovely lady.
Jan WilsonFebruary 26, 2026 2:56 pm
Lots of fond memories working with Kirkie. She was an excellent worker and a kind and caring nurse. RIP. Aileen Kettle
February 26, 2026 1:30 pm