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Your physical body was no longer a fit garment for your wonderful spirit, so on the night of Thursday 16th July 2015, your spirit quietly laid your body aside, and Passed On to inherit and put on your Heavenly Garment, which was and is Eternally Yours.  ALL that which is YOU lives on... everything that made YOU... YOU ... : Your love for me and our family, your commitment to us, you putting us first in your life .... that lives on Eternally.  Everything in you to which I respond and everything in you which responds to me :  is as Everlasting as Life Itself.  Your love for me and our family... and our love for you... is Eternal - Now, Always, Forever.  You are missed and loved by our whole family around the world.   As for me .... Knowing how much and how deeply you love me is what keeps me going.... and you know : YOU were and always will be the Love of my Life. 

March 9, 2018
March 9, 2018
Romsey Tribute from Maree Snow ..

Very fond memories of you providing delicious food, and Errol's warm greetings... you were both such loving hosts. Wonder times Merle!
Love ... Maree
March 9, 2018
March 9, 2018
Romsey Tribute from Gwen DeCarolis

There were many happy memories. Especially the curries, especially the chicken curry whee I could feel comfortable to eat the bones!! it was always a home. Love and blessings for your and Errol's friendship.
Love ... Gwen...
March 7, 2018
March 7, 2018
Tribute from Charlie and Sandra on our home in Romsey...
7th March 2018


Many of our happiest memories are from Romsey too. From the friendship and knowledge that we received from you and Errol. We will never forget your love and friendship and all the great times and laughs we shared together. Both of you have been instrumental in changing our lives and deeper knowledge and understanding of our beloved God.

May God continue to bless you and your loved ones.

God bless..
Charlie and Sandra
January 19, 2018
January 19, 2018
19th January 2015 ... the first of your three trips in the ambulance to the hospital... some days will always be in my memory...
Love you always.... xxxxxxxooooooo
December 31, 2017
December 31, 2017
My dearest brother Errol
Wishing you and all our loved ones celebrating with you a very
Happy 2018.
Missing you and our dearly beloved family very much
Daphne and Barbara
December 24, 2017
December 24, 2017
HAPPY CHRISTMAS LOVE OF MY LIFE
I know you and all our family must enjoy the brightest and most glorious celebrations in Heaven. You are always in my love and thoughts ... And I know I am always in yours... The same with our family.  We have photos of you everywhere... All my love .. I think of you... I miss you ... Xxxxxxxooooooo
December 18, 2017
December 18, 2017
Christmas Wishes from Daphne ... she cannot always access the Page easily....


Dear Merle

Can you please wish my brother Errol for me on his Memorial Page

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A Joyful Happy Christmas to you Errol and all our loved ones in heaven as you celebrate your 3rd year without your loved ones on earth.  Can you please give a big hug to both our Mums and Dad and Austin from Barbara and myself. 
We miss you dearly. Big hug to you too.

Loving sister - Daphne
October 7, 2017
October 7, 2017
Message from Daphne ... which I am doing on her behalf since she could not access the Page ...

I tried accessing Errol's Memorial Page through Facebook like I always do, but once again I could not gain access to leave a tribute. Could you kindly do this honour for me please. Sorry about this.

Please tell my Dearest Brother that I am sending him a belated 55th Happy Emerald Wedding Anniversary today 7th October. I had so much on my mind yesterday I completely forgot. I know Errol you are saying that is inexcusable. Sincere apologies for this.

Love you forever. Big hug and love to our beautiful Mum, Dad, Step Mum and Austin.

Your loving sister - Daph
October 5, 2017
October 5, 2017
Friday 6th October 2017 ... Australia Time 5.30 a.m.

Errol ... love of my life.... Today is our 55th Emerald Wedding Anniversary.... To celebrate this wonderful occasion I took our family on a Carnival Spirit Cruise to the South Pacific Islands ... and fulfilled your Dream...

Today here is my Tribute to our 55th Wedding Anniversary :

Our love affair is a wondrous thing
That we'll rejoice in remembering
Our love was born with our first embrace
And a page was torn out of time and space
Our love affair, may it always be
A flame to burn through eternity
So take my hand with a fervent prayer
That we may live and we may share
A love affair to remember....

In my Engagement Ring you had inscribed : "My Love Is Forever" ...
My Love Is Forever as well... and this is my Tribute to US.

ALL MY LOVE AND THOUGHTS ALWAYS....
September 2, 2017
September 2, 2017
It is Father's Day in Australia : Sunday 3rd September 2017
HAPPY FATHER'S DAY MY LOVE .... WE ARE ALL THINKING OF YOU TODAY WITH LOVE AND HUGS... YOU ARE A GREAT AND WONDERFUL FATHER AND DADA .... ENJOY YOUR SPECIAL DAY WITH MARIE-LOUISE AND FREYA.... TELL THEM TO GIVE YOU A VERY BIG HUG FROM ALL OF US HERE IN THE EARTH REALM.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
July 16, 2017
July 16, 2017
Dear Uncle Errol
Two whole years have passed since you have departed for your heavenly abode. It has been immensely difficult for Aunty Merle and the rest of the family, I am sure... Your memory lives on in them... My mother-in-law wants you to know how much she misses you... Otis and I still reminisce about the time we spent together during our Easter holidays in Melbourne, during your anniversary and the last time we saw you in Sydney before your cruise.. Rest in peace uncle... May God Bless you...
July 16, 2017
July 16, 2017
2 years on and it still feels like yesterday.
The family get togethers just don't feel the same anymore and I don't think that will change any time soon.
Thank you again, for everything.
We miss you every day UE.
Lots of love
-Nephew
July 16, 2017
July 16, 2017
Oh Dad,

The last two days have been full of memories of your last two days with us two years ago. Hurting memories of the hospital that are usually locked away because that is not what you want for us. You want us to remember the laughter and love, not just the loss. Tomorrow we'll start the third year without you and we'll smile again, but not tonight.

Isabella really remembers you, but Lucas still can't really talk about you. The change in him since you left us has been obvious and remains. We're all still trying to heal. Help us. Especially Mum and Lucas.

We think of you and talk of you often. Stay near.

We always love you and miss you.
July 16, 2017
July 16, 2017
Dear Errol and your loving grieving family....the photos have brought back memories for me -seeing your kind smiling -always positive presence at our extended family gatherings. You dancing with Merle and my mum Sheila and even patiently jiving with me. You are so missed and loved by all who knew you. Such love and memories remain always.
I cannot imagine Merle's sadness over the loss of you -her soul-mate, best friend and life companion....yet our thoughts are particularly with her and your children and grandchildren. Much aroha (love) from NZ from us 3 here in Dunedin. xxx
July 15, 2017
July 15, 2017
TRIBUTE FROM DAPH... she could not access the Page from her side... so I have lit a candle on her behalf and pasted her Tribute....

My Dearest Brother Errol. Two years to the day 16th July 2015 since you passed away leaving all your loved ones including Barbara and myself completely devastated. Merle and family are going to the cemetery today 16th July and will be laying a Cross on your grave you both got for your 50th Golden Anniversary.  Your immediate family will also be celebrating a lunch in your honour.
I was reading today through all the stories on your Web Page and have learned more about you from these stories then I knew you personally in real life. I love the sketch you did of Merle from one of her original photos, it looks so professional. Then the woodwork slide and table you made for your dear grandchildren to have fun with. Prue has taken after you re: artwork and Derek re: woodwork. I loved the beard you had to grow when you were ill in hospital. I had to look twice to see if it was really you. Yes I know you shaved it in the end and looked your handsome self again.
Jeff has really excelled himself in making your Web Page so professional and very interesting to read, with loads of gorgeous photos of all the family celebrating numerous holidays and functions etc. There are many clever things he has done on the web page and I am sure you are so very proud of him. Your grandchildren look gorgeous and pretty grown up now.
Continue to enjoy your wonderful life in heaven with all the peace and tranquility you are having with all our loved ones, especially our beautiful gorgeous Mum and our handsome Dad, not forgetting Austin if he has joined you all too. I envy you so much meeting Mum before me. I think of her all the time wishing I knew her and whether I look anything like her. Give them each a big hug from me and the biggest hug is from me to you.
Love you always and forever and miss you loads
Daph xx
July 15, 2017
July 15, 2017
Errol ... love of my life... it is about 6.30 a.m. Sunday 16th July 2017 Australia Time.... and it is 2 whole heart-aching years without you. 
I have seen you in my dreams, danced with you ... and it is wonderful for me... but how I miss having you with me. It is two years since I held your hand in mine .... made you your breakfast, sat down to lunch with you while we had a glass of sherry and watched TV....
You have seen the wonderful video and photos Jeff has put onto your Page for today. Sandra and our grand-children watched the video yesterday with Jeff.
David has made a strong wooden cross and attached the one we got for our 50th Anniversary onto it to put onto your grave today.
Sandra spent yesterday having an very emotional day thinking of you... we exchanged a lot of emails about you.
Daph has written a beautiful Tribute to you ...
Angela is posting a Tribute on Facebook.
I went for a very long walk yesterday - over one hour - just thinking of you, missing you... talking to you.
We are going to Watergardens for Lunch today, and then onto the cemetery to put the Cross onto your grave.
You have left me a wonderful legacy in our three children. I am able to see our grand-children grow up. Sergio and Darrin do so much for me. I am blessed.
You are always in our thoughts and love. I know for sure we are always in your love and care.
I MISS YOU SO VERY MUCH ... AND SO DO OUR CHILDREN AND GRAND-CHILDREN... AND ALL OUR FAMILY ALL AROUND THE WORLD. 
I LOVE YOU MY SOUL-MATE.... AND I KNOW HOW MUCH YOU LOVE ME... AND THAT KEEPS ME GOING..... I WILL KEEP SEEING YOU IN MY DREAMS ... TILL WE MEET IN HEAVEN... XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
April 16, 2017
April 16, 2017
HAPPY EASTER 2017 MY LOVE...
THINKING OF YOU AS ALWAYS ....
XXXXXXXXXXXOOOOOOOOOOO
April 10, 2017
April 10, 2017
WE LOVE YOU WE MISS YOU WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU
LUCAS! XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

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This beautiful Tribute was typed by Lucas himself... his own words... and I just sat and watched him typing this message to his Dada... and tears welled up ....
April 9, 2017
April 9, 2017
Happy birthday Uncle Errol... Thinking of you and the family. Rest in Peace...
April 8, 2017
April 8, 2017
SUNDAY 9TH APRIL 2017
HAPPY 76TH BIRTHDAY MY LOVE ...
OUR FAMILY WILL BE CELEBRATING AT LUNCH TODAY AT 1.00 P.M. AT THE JOLLY MILLER IM GISBORNE.
I AM SURE YOU WILL BE CELEBRATING WITH OUR FAMILY ABD FRIENDS IN HEAVEN.
ALL MY LOVE AND LOADS OF HUGS AND KISSES
MERLE XXXXXXXXXXXXXXOOOOOOOOOOOO
April 8, 2017
April 8, 2017
Hello my dearest brother, I am visiting your Memorial Page once again to wish you a very joyful Happy Birthday. I am sure you and the rest of our loved ones in heaven have big plans to celebrate your birthday. Your dearest wife and family as you must already know are celebrating your birthday with a family lunch at David's house on Sunday 9th your actual birthday. It is still Saturday the 8th in the UK but thought I would wish you today. I was once again looking through all the beautiful photos on your web page and reading through some of the messages as they are millions which just makes one so emotional. For me and I guess Barbara it is easier for us to cope with your passing as we did not see you every day. It does hit me when I go onto your Memorial Page though. Your beautiful children are looking after their Mum with such love and kindness, but no matter what that big void without you being around her cannot be filled. She is definitely getting a little better as the months and years go by taking little steps at a time. Love you unconditionally and loads of hugs to both our Mums and Dad. A special big HUG for our own Mum. I do long to see her. Your loving sister - Daph xx
January 16, 2017
January 16, 2017
Today 16th January 2017 ... 1 year and 6 months ... today I sorted your clothes in Romsey. Part of me was numb while doing it. I wanted to sort your clothes today... 18 months later ...now it is done. 
I know you would be glad to see loads given to charity. That "chapter" is now done. It is past 10 p.m. and the numbness I felt while doing your clothes today is now beginning to wear off a bit ... and I am slowly becoming aware that there is a finality in what I did today... yet nothing has really changed ... I love you... I miss you... I think of you... always.
Xxxxxxoooooo
December 31, 2016
December 31, 2016
ERROL LOVE OF MY LIFE.... HAPPY NEW YEAR 2017... I LOVE YOU... OUR FAMILY LOVES YOU....  AND I KNOW HOW MUCH YOU LOVE ME AND OUR FAMILY.... THAT IS FOR ALWAYS.
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I have done your chapter ... this is just my 2017 New Year Hug to you!!!
I listened to Florence Lacey sing "It only takes a moment" on YouTube... and it is perfect for us for tonight... and for every 31st Night... at Midnight after I say The Lord's Prayer I will listen to her sing it on YouTube ... and I know you will be with me... All my love always.
December 30, 2016
December 30, 2016
A very Happy New Year to you Dearest Errol and to our wonderful parents and Austin in heaven. Two years have gone by so quickly without you in all our lives. We miss you dearly and you are always in our thoughts and hearts. Love you always. Daph xx
December 24, 2016
December 24, 2016
Hello my dearest brother Errol. I don't look at your Memorial Page as often as I should, as it just brings bad memories to light and confirm you are not around with us any more. When I read through some of Merle and the children and grandchildren's tributes on your memorial page tears just keep flowing. Living in the UK I sometimes feel you are still around and then it hits me when I see photos of you on my computer which Jeff quite often sends me. I am sure you will have a lovely time in heaven for Christmas with all our family. Give our parents a big hug and kiss from me and ask them to give you a big hug and kiss too from me. Love you always - Daphxx
December 24, 2016
December 24, 2016
HAPPY CHRISTMAS 2016 LOVE OF MY LIFE.
I LNOW YOU ARE WITH US WHILE WE CELEBRATE THE BIRTH OF JESUS ... AS YOU ARE CELEBRATING IN HEAVEN. 
I LOVE YOU ... I MISS YOU ... I THINK OF YOU .... ALWAYS AND FOREVER... IN THE WORDS OF THAT SONG ... FOREVER LOVE ...
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December 7, 2016
December 7, 2016
Hello Dada
I love you
__ I miss you *******
From :
Your Grand-son
Lucas
xxxxxooooo
November 21, 2016
November 21, 2016
Hello Dada
I love you... i miss you... i think of you.... JUST LIKE NANA....
I have started a new school .... Heskett Primary School... I like it 100%. 
Love from
Your grand-son
Lucas xxxxooooo
October 10, 2016
October 10, 2016
Hello my handsome brother Errol. It is a little over two months since I have looked at your Memorial Page not because I have forgotten about you - no way, but I like the children get too tearful when I read all the beautiful heart warming stories all your lovely friends and family have said about you. In my mind when I don't look at the Memorial Page then I feel you are still around and with us all. I am sorry I missed your 54th Wedding Anniversary on the 6th October and could not wish you on your web page as I was unwell and still fighting off a very bad stubborn cough that refuses to leave me. Tomorrow is your darling wife's birthday and we both will be chatting on Skype for a while. No doubt she will be very emotional not having you around in person but in spirit you will be watching over her. Though it is a year and 3 months almost since your passing, it feels like only yesterday. Miss you loads. Your loving sister - Daph
October 6, 2016
October 6, 2016
Happy anniversary to you my darling sister and my most beloved BIL xxxx❤️❤️❤️
October 5, 2016
October 5, 2016
Hello Dada
I have started Red Rock Christian College yesterday 4th October 2016.
I say prayers before I start my class. I am learning Christian Stuff. 
Love from
LUCAS xxxxxoooooo
October 5, 2016
October 5, 2016
In Australia it is Thursday 6th October 2016 : 5.50 a.m.

HAPPY 54TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY MY LOVE....
I WILL BE IN AIRPORT WEST TODAY THINKING OF YOU...
I WILL GO INTO ALDI AND SHOP FOR A FEW THINGS, AND THEN STAND AT THE COUNTER WHERE YOU STOOD EACH WEEK AND PACKED OUR GROCERIES...
I WILL LOOK AROUND THE SHOPS... AT LUNCH TIME I WILL GO TO THE FOOD COURT AND GET KFC AND HAVE LUNCH THERE KNOWING YOU ARE WITH ME AS ALWAYS.
I LOVE THE "WALK OF FAITH" PAINTING THAT WAS ON MY DESK CALENDAR FOR TODAY... IT WAS SUCH A SYMBOLIC ONE FOR THE TWO OF US.
THANK YOU FOR THE LEGACY YOU LEFT ME... OUR THREE WONDERFUL CHILDREN WHO ARE TAKING SUCH GREAT CARE OF ME.
I LOVE YOU AND WE WILL ENJOY SPENDING OUR SPECIAL DAY TOGETHER AS USUAL... YOU IN HEAVEN AND ME ON EARTH...
ALL MY LOVE AND HUGS AND KISSSES
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY ERROL MY LOVE..
I LOVE YOU ALWAYS AND FOREVER.... "TILL THE TWELFTH OF NEVER" ....
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September 3, 2016
September 3, 2016
In Australia it is Sunday 4th September 2016

HAPPY FATHRR'S DAY MY LOVE ... FROM ME AND OUR FAMILY.
ENJOY YOUR DAY WITH OUR DAUGHTER AND GRAND-DAUGHTER
WISH MY DAD AND YOUR DAD A 'HAPPY FATHER'S' DAY' FOR ME AND THE FAMILY .
XXXXXOOO XXXOOO
August 10, 2016
August 10, 2016
Tribute from Leanne and Family ... received in the post today:

Dear Mrs D and Family
It is wonderful to have this opportunity to celebrate Errol's life with you again, one year after his passing. We feel truly lucky to have known Errol and shared his company at many of your family occasions - Sandra and Sergio's Wedding, your Wedding Anniversaries, and the births of Lucas and Isabella. He was such a kind, gentle, faithful, intelligent and funny man - and always made us feel so welcome. THANK YOU.
August 4, 2016
August 4, 2016
My dearest brother Errol, I just wanted to have another look through your Memorial Web Page today as Merle and Jeff among other family and friends have left so many loving tributes to you. It makes me tearful each time I look at the web page, but it broke my heart to see a photograph of your favourite chair with your spectacles lying on the arm of the chair. It was a big melt down for me to see that and to realise it is true you are no more with us on earth. Missing you so very much. Your loving sister - Daphne
July 21, 2016
July 21, 2016
Anniversary Tribute from Roxy

Thank you so much for such a lovely lunch what a beautiful afternoon Uncle Errol would have absolutely been so happy and delighted seeing us all there ❤
July 18, 2016
July 18, 2016
Tribute from PAUL, ANNA AND LUCA

Dear Errol
You have left a legacy behind that enriches the world. I look around the room and realize just how many people love you, and how many of us miss you. Errol, (to me it remains Mr DeSilva) the man I met all those years ago, as a young man, alway enjoyed our chats and your smile!! I hope you had a wine with Dad!
PAUL.
July 18, 2016
July 18, 2016
Anniversary Tribute from CHARLIE:

Dear Errol,
As I write this memorial note, I feel like I am writing to a dedicated Angel and a gallant Soldier in God’s army, who has now passed the test of time and is living in the promised freedom in the Heavenly Realm.
I feel so deeply gifted by having known you for several treasured years, both as a truly great Friend and trusted Confidant. Your energetic effort in assisting my spiritual development will never be forgotten.
Whenever, you cross my mind, I take joy in recalling the fond memories of the many humorous times and laughter that we shared together. In particular: the adventures during Queensland holiday, Seniors’ Outings, Home repairs, Roof-top discussions, Sudoku game sessions, supervising my singing during prayer group sessions, and many more.
I am forever thankful for your friendship and sharing your wisdom and advice whenever sought.
My dear Friend, you are so sadly missed. But I take comfort in knowing that you are now forever in “Safe Hands” and reaping the eternal rewards as promised by our Creator.
May you continue to enjoy your just and well deserved reward.
ADIOS – My Friend …… Charlie Gatt
July 18, 2016
July 18, 2016
Anniversary Tribute from ROB

Dear Errol... old friend, mate... there is a hole in the bucket which we cannot repair.. Jaya will try for you!
ROB
July 18, 2016
July 18, 2016
Anniversary Tribute from : GWEN & LOU

Whenever Lou saw Merle and Errol he would say to them : they would be a lovely couple when they grew up!!!!

When I used to visit Merle and Errol I would get some rice and curry. I felt so comfortable being in their present and enjoying the meal, that I picked up the bones and ate them with my fingers. A real gift to be so comfortable in their presence. I still taste the delicious rice and curry!
GWEN
July 18, 2016
July 18, 2016
First Anniversary Tribute from : MARY AND ROD

Errol always loved a party. We were at his place one night and the police knocked on the door because there had been a complaint about the noise. The police were very surprised when Errol answered the door!!!! They thought it would have been someone much younger!

MARY AND ROD
July 18, 2016
July 18, 2016
Anniversary Tribute from : Teresa and Mirella Moppi

Dear Errol
There is a yellow brightness in the room in memory of you. It lights up and shines with love and laughter. You may not be here with us physically, but your spirit is never far. God Bless
With love
TERESA AND MIRELLA MOPPI
July 18, 2016
July 18, 2016
Anniversary Tribute from : DENIS

Remembering you and Merle doing the Rock and Roll brings back fond memories

DENIS
July 18, 2016
July 18, 2016
Anniversary Tribute from ; EILEEN

The memories we cherish of your welcoming at your house to our prayer group Holy Name of Jesus will forever be with us. The love you showed each of us during the blessing with the Holy Oil. Also the Christmas Crib you and Merle spent so much time beautifying in the Romsey Church was great for all parishioners to share. WE THANK YOU.
EILEEN
July 18, 2016
July 18, 2016
Anniversary Tribute from : SANDRA GATT

His departure from this earth was our loss but it was Heaven's gain. Now he lives with Jesus our Lord. He was such a dear friend and is sadly missed. It is hard for Merle and the family, and also friends to adjust, but I don't think he would want us to grieve forever. We loved his company and his cheeky smile, and will always be loved by all. 
God Bless
xxxooo
SANDRA G.
July 18, 2016
July 18, 2016
Anniversary Tribute from : STEVE HOLGATE

Errol I remember and miss your beaming smile, and warm personality. It was always fun to watch you both dance, and you were a great couple dancing! Errol you always had fun 'winding up' Merle and then waiting for Merle to correct you!  I have vivid memories of your setting up the books for singing at church, and you hosting parties with style. Missing you heaps.
STEVE
July 18, 2016
July 18, 2016
Anniversary Tribute from : ANTHONY GARTNER

I remember Errol as someone with an infectious zest for Life, with a generous smile and loving heart. I remember fondly his enthusiasm for others and the special person that he was and forever will be.
Fond memories become the most precious of pearls.
ANTHONY
July 18, 2016
July 18, 2016
Anniversary Tribute from : MAUREEN AND BRIAN

Errol will always be remembered for his hugs and talks at prayer group. I learned a lot from our chats together and also our meals. Brian always says : 60 chews to one meat ball! HA! HA!
Peace be with all his family.
MAUREEN AND BRIAN XOXO
July 18, 2016
July 18, 2016
Anniversary Tribute from : MAREE SNOW

I loved when Errol would sang at the Romsey Church, 'Elvis style' - he would wear a white suit and move just like Elvis.... great entertainment! Errol's gentle smile and great hugs and love of humanity. He was very blessed to have a soul partner as a wife - Merle, and beautiful children and grand-children he loved and cherished We miss you Errol, however, we were fortunate to be a part of your life.
MAREE XXOO
July 18, 2016
July 18, 2016
Anniversary Tribute from ; GENNY
Dearest Errol -miss your infectious smile, your hospitality and warm welcoming hugs. You are always in my thoughts and prayers.
Lots of love and kisses
GENNY
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Tribute Posted on behalf of Daphne :

My Dearest Brother Errol, a very Happy Birthday. You will always be most loved and missed always. Your loving sisters, Daphne & Barbara

{Photo posted in Gallery by Jeff on behalf of Daphne}
Daphne
December 18, 2023
December 18, 2023
Wishing you my Dearest Brother Errol a very Happy & Blessed Christmas this year. You have two more family members joining you this year to celebrate this great amazing day, your dear sister-in-law Angela and your cousin Arline along with all the other beloved family members of ours in heaven.

Love and miss you always
Barbara & Daphne
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April 16
Hello my love … a long “chat” today ….❣️❣️❣️
David and Darrin collected me this morning, and we went for Brunch in Caroline Springs.  Near the cafe was a large Indian Supermarket and I bought 10 packets of Dhal Purées!  So glad to get the kind we like.   ****
I will go to Gisborne next week - David will collect me, but he wants to make sure the dust work is done before I go back.  I know you are watching all the HUGE renovations they are doing!  You would have seen all the IKEA stuff in the garage … there were literally hundreds of boxes… ****
You saw the car they bought! It has all the ‘bells & whistles’ - you know what they are like! It is an electric car and does all sorts of clever things.  It looks very good. They are happy with it, they will enjoy it - and that is what is important for all our family - it is what you and I have always wanted for them.****
I worry about Sandra - sometimes she works during the weekend, or gets up very early to work on her  students reports.  Actually none of our three children take care of themselves.  Jeff needs new glasses.  David’s knee may need an operation.  ****
Anyway … Now I want to “chat” to you about two books I am reading on Kindle.  I am going to pretend we are sitting on our green sofas in Romsey or in the computer room in front of our screens - and we are “chatting” about these books.  I read a lot since your Transition .. there are two books I am reading on Kindle at present - I read some from each (!) : “Quantum Life” [Steve McVey], “Christ Code” [Carla Burns], Steve McVey and Carla Burns are both strong believers in Jesus - and both writers match up Spiritual and Quantum Physics in amazing and important ways - I think they have degrees in their fields of expertise.  It is also nice to read these books while I am watching “Chosen”.  
In “Quantum Life” a part of Bruce Lipton’s “Biology of Belief” was quoted which amazed me.  He is a Cellular Biologist…  “Cells are not just little organic robots waiting to receive instructions from our genes. They are intelligent and interact with their environment and with each other, constantly changing their behaviour to fit the ever changing world around them. And just as our beliefs, perceptions, and experiences can affect the way we interact with the world, they can also directly influence the way our cells function, dividing and reproducing or withering and dying based on the messages they receive from our thoughts, feelings and spoken words.  Cells exposed to positive words and thoughts respond by growing and multiplying. Cells exposed to negative words and thoughts slow down.  Words and Thoughts affect at Cellular Level.  Words are the fundamental units of creation, a unit of consciousness, and our world is created through the fusion of units of consciousness.”   {Double W.O.W. !?!? Trying to get my head around this!}. 
{No wonder Jesus Said …. “You will have whatever you Say”}!!!  
“Quantum Life” and “Christ Code” both also talk about “Spiritual and Quantum Entanglement“ (!?!?!)  This is what Jesus Prayed “That we be One” - I never realized this.  Both books talk about “SuperPosition” (?!?!) -  being in two places simultaneously.  “Omnipresent” - Jesus in Heaven and on Earth…  
Jesus said to His disciples - He had a lot to tell them ‘but they were not ready for it’.  I don’t think we are ready for this even now! It is mind-boggling.  I read a chapter - then have to read again …  
The film “The Matrix” is mentioned- with the Blue Pill and the Red Pill - I don’t think I have seen this movie. 
I love having a Kindle - I can read such great stuff on it!!  I get instant delivery of my books which is good.  One of the best gifts Jeff could have given me.
Well my love - that is my “chat” for now.  You will know and understand all this now (I think once we get to Heaven all information is down-loaded into us!) - but it is a LOT for my 85 year old brain cells to take in!!  Hence the amount of !?!?!?!? & !!!!! marks in this “chat”.   
May “chat” more about this next month …
I LOVE YOU… I THINK OF YOU… I MISS YOU….   Yours always and forever 
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Happy Birthday

April 9
HAPPY BIRTHDAY my love … 83 years old today.  I just saw the background has “Happy Birthday” … that is lovely of Jeff.
As usual I took our Family out to lunch for your birthday.  We went to Arundel Farm Estate and it was a great success!  Everyone really liked the venue, the food and the service.  The weather was great - warm and sunny.  We talked about how long you took to make your moves during the RISK Board Game … Jeff and David used to watch half an episode of something while you were making up your mind!!!!  It was a good lunch and I am sure you were enjoying seeing us all enjoying it all. 
I have put Daphne’s message onto your Page, and Jeff put the photo she sent onto the Gallery. 
I have asked Jeff to put our Lunch Group Photo onto your Page - Sandra thought it would be really nice to have it there.  First time we took a Family Group Photo at one of your Lunch Celebrations. Jeff put your 70th Birthday photos on your Page … you enjoyed that party so much.  The cake had your photo on it - you really liked that idea. 
So many memories come to mind - many times when your birthday fell on a Prayer Group Meeting Day - I skipped the meeting, and had a Birthday Lunch with the Prayer Group instead!  They always enjoyed it!  And so did you. 
I remember ever since my fall in Romsey Church - whenever we went up stairs you went behind me, and coming down stairs you went before me.  I am sure you watch me going up and down stairs now! 
I also remember you did not like having to find the end of the toilet roll!  So whenever we had visitors or after our prayer meetings - I always make sure I checked the toilet roll so that the end was showing.   
Another memory - I did not like saying “Sorry” so I would make you a cup of tea instead and you used to say that was my way of saying “Sorry” …. 
We did not only share memories of our 53years married life …. We shared memories from before we were married … All the family parties …. Visiting family on Christmas Day.  
Another memory… 18th April 2015 … the last time you and I danced together at the Maltese Dance - in fact that was the last time we went to the Maltese Dance as a Prayer Group.  I wore my Grey Chiffon outfit - I have never worn it since.  
Jeff put me onto such a GREAT series : “The CHOSEN” - I have to stop myself from watching more than one a day.  We would have so enjoyed watching it together.  It is all about Jesus and His Life .. they show His Mother Mary with grey hair.  They have stories of the various apostles … which are so interesting.  Mathew seems to have Autism … and is brilliant with numbers.  We really would have loved watching this series … not sure if we could have stopped with one episode a day! 
Well my love … once again Happy Birthday … I am sure our Family in Heaven are celebrating. 
I LOVE YOU… I MISS YOU… I THINK OF YOU …. Yours always and forever 
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16th February 2024

February 16
16th February 2024
Another month has passed.  Spent most of January in Delahey - came to Gisborne on 6th February and going back to Delahey tomorrow (17th).  Isabella having her first sleepover on Saturday, so Sandra and Sergio plan to enjoy a well-deserved night away.  I will stay with Lucas and it will be a relaxed night with movie and takeout! I think it will be Indian - spicy for both of us.  
Jeff spent Sunday night in Gisborne with me and I made him whatever food he wanted to take home. It was a very enjoyable night and we watched “Noah” movie.  He had some problems after his trip to the dentist which had me worried about him - seems to be OK now, but he was restricted for quite a while on what he could eat.  He is still coughing a bit.  
No matter how old our children get - we still worry about them - that never goes away.  
I enjoyed some nice lunches with David, Darrin and also one which included Jaye before the three of them went for their Comedy-Fancy Dress 3 night  Cruise.  They said it was OK - they only dressed up on the first night.  
I have my Vitamin B injection on the 23rd and seeing the rheumatologist on the 29th.  Sandra taking me for both.  
I am back in Gisborne on the 1st - David will collect me - and I will be there for three weeks while they are in Korea.  I will paint, journal, meditate, watch movies in my iPad!  Laundry and dishwasher will only be used twice a week because there is just myself.  Jeff will come up for a weekend and of course Sandra will be in touch via text and phone. She has a key to Gisborne.  So all is very well covered.  
Every month I send the 4 grand-nieces a small fun packet either from Kmart or Amazon.  I used to treat with pizza but sometimes there was a bit of a hassle with delivery being late and as it was dinner time it got a bit stressful for me trying to chase it up.  So I changed it to a fun packet once a month.  
Sheila and Brenda are planning to go on a cruise together - it will be good for them.  I know going on trips or Senior Lunches with Angela was good for me.  
David said if I want to go on a cruise he and Darrin would be happy to take with me - and get our dog-sitter - and I just pay for myself.  I prefer to do a family holiday - because I think they would have to adjust their activities to my age, and it will not be that much fun for them stuck with me for a whole trip. When we go as a Family it is so much easier and better because there are more family members to share slower activities with me!  
We have our Auckland/Fiji Cruise to look forward to in September - which is really very nice.  
Lucas is happy he has his computer etc in his room now.  He and Isabella have had some of their friends over for play dates which was fun for them.  
Well my love - that is me for now.  
I have been doing some painting - at present I am enjoying Abstract Painting -  it is quite relaxing and fun… quite therapeutic   
Also David got me new iPad and Kindle covers… yellow iPad and red Kindle.. very nice.  
You know all of these things which I have written about - but I need my “special chat time” with you.   
I LOVE YOU… I MISS YOU…. I THINK OF YOU …. Yours always and forever xxxxxxxxxxxoooooooooo❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️
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31st March 2024 : Easter Sunday & Sandra’s Birthday

March 31
Happy Easter my love - to you and to all our Family in Heaven.
It has been a very enjoyable day … we gave Sandra her Birthday Gifts which she loved!
Later Jeff, David and Darrin came over around 1.00 p.m. for Lunch, and David made a huge cake! It was really good.
We had an Easter Egg Hunt which was fun for all. Lunch was a lot of very nice starters, followed by fried chilli chicken with noodles, along with roast chicken in bread rolls, and a lovely salad.  Later we sang Happy Birthday, and enjoyed the cake with ice cream and cream.
David and Darrin have just left to go back for the dogs, Jeff is here watching Dr Who with the family.  
I have come up to my room to “chat” with you on your Page.
I am sure Heaven is Celebrating with Great Joy the Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ.
I LOVE YOU… I MISS YOU… I THINK OF YOU…
yours always and forever 
Happy Easter 
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16th March 2024

March 16
16th March 2024
Well my love - another month has gone past. 
I am in Gisborne with the dogs - David and Darrin are in Korea for three weeks.  They return on the 24th March.  It has been a quiet time - I have done a LOT of Journaling - writing and decorating the pages of my Journals.  I find writing and decorating my Journals very Therapeutic. A lot of Kindle reading and watching stuff on my iPad. 
Sandra and I had our appointments with the rheumatologist on the 29th February. It was a long drive there … results for both of us were good : nothing major or serious.  We are both still in pain and stiffness- this will ease for me with the Vitamin B injections, and for Sandra with exercises and physiotheraphy. 
Jeff came up last Sunday and had roast beef, roast poand Yorkshire pudding. I made him potato chops, lentil burgers and mince to take home. We watched a good movie together. It was really so nice to see him. 
Sandra wants to come up this weekend- I have told her I am fine, and D&D are back next Sunday.  Everyone has been in touch with me daily!!! Including David! He has texted, videoed, sent photos. 
Daph and I had a video chat this week and it was good chatting with each other. Jeff has put a lovely photo on your Page of you and Daph when we were in Bali for their 50th Anniversary. Lucas had some exams on this week and also next week. 
Isabella often send me emoji hearts texts! 
This year Sandra’s Birthday is on Easter Sunday - last year your birthday was on Easter Sunday.  I have been checking out restaurants for your Birthday Lunch which will be on Saturday 6th April. We may go back to Digger’s Rest Winery again … it was a really nice place.  But I am still hoping to find somewhere else just as nice. 
Not sure what Sandra and Sergio will do for Sandra’s Birthday. David asked if I knew - I told him I don’t know.  
Daph is trying to arrange something for Dicki’s birthday- she is finding it difficult to find a suitable place.  
I have ordered Sandra’s Birthday Gift from Amazon - it will arrive on 24th March (International).  
Our Valqui Family and I exchange Easter Eggs - I have to order/buy my Easter Eggs.  The boys don’t want Easter Eggs. I sent the 4 grandnieces some Fun Easter stuff from KMart - I asked Roxy and Shane to give the box to the girls for Easter.   Shiloh is making her First Communion on the 19th May - Angela will be so happy.   We will all attend whatever is being arranged. It is a Special Occasion.  
I miss you. When I was scrolling through my iPad two Elvis Presley song came up - “The Wonder of you” and “If I can Dream” which was played at your Funeral.  Of course I was in tears.  I was OK again … memories will always be there no matter how many years go past. You still “send” me Sunflowers in amazing ways!  
Well … that is all my “chat” for now!! 
I LOVE YOU… I MISS YOU… I THINK OF YOU…. 
Yours always and forever xxxxxxxxxxoooooooo❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️

Lucas : 14th Birthday

November 10, 2023
Hello my love
Today 10th November 2023 Lucas celebrated his 14th birthday!! I don’t know where the years have gone. He and Isabella have grown so quickly.  There are no longer Birthday Parties for them - just ‘something’ with their friends. 
I remember the night he was born - so premature (as we know he was actually due in January) - but with Sandra having pre-eclampsia and being diabetic, her doctor felt the safest option was early delivery.  You and I, along with Jeff, David (he flew down immediately), Sergio’s Aunt Rosa and his cousin Chucho - we were all at the hospital - in the waiting area. At long last we were called to go up, and Sergio was waiting for us - we took turns to go in to see Lucas - he was in an incubator and looked so small … we all had our phone cameras on! 
When we finally left the hospital, you, David and I on our way to Romsey - the rest of the family going back to their homes - we phoned Angela and went to Atwood first.  Angela got so excited seeing the photos of Lucas on our phones.  Angela and I both got a bit teary .. we were all so thankful everything worked out safely for mother and baby.  
When I look at Lucas now - I am still amazed at the total change in him.  It wasn’t gradual over a period of time - it just happened so suddenly … Miracles do happen!!  
BTW … you know I had my pneumonia vaccine yesterday - I did rather well … It lasts 10 years - more than enough time for me!
We have returned home  dinner at a very nice Mexican Restaurant Watergardens - the staff were so good.  Jeff, David and Darrin came  - Jeff from across the city with a lot of traffic on Friday night.  Jeff and Lucas chatted all evening!!! Lucas got a Marvel Play Station which is the highlight for his birthday. 
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On a different topic - Charlie is in hospital- he has had two stents put in, with another scheduled in a week’s time.  So Sandra and his family are all concerned about him. I sent him a lovely pop-up “Get Well” card which was delivered today.***
That is me for now.
I LOVE YOU … I MISS YOU … I THINK OF YOU ….  Yours always and forever Xxxxooooxxxxoooo❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️

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