Livestream Funeral Services
Livestreaming of Funeral Services is available for families who request us to arrange this service.
To watch a livestream Service, please refer to the Death and Funeral notices on this page and if the Service is to be livestreamed a link to click ‘HERE’ will be placed in the notice a few days prior to the Service. Click the link approx 15 minutes prior to the Service. Then click on the arrow in the centre of the opening screen and the Service will commence at the time advised.
At the completion of the Service the link will become inactive until the following day, the Service can then be watched again on the same link.
The video link will stay active for several weeks.
Please note – you will never be asked for credit card or bank details to view a livestream
If you have any difficulty accessing the link, please call us and we will be happy to assist you.
LAUCKE, Max McDonald
Peacefully at Barossa Village on 16 June 2025.
Aged 85 years.
Dearly loved husband of Rosemary, father of Samuel, Bridget, Thomas and their families.
AT PEACE.
Max requested no funeral service to be held.
RECENT DEATH & FUNERAL NOTICES
KRAFT, Keith Valentine
Passed away peacefully on Friday 6 June 2025 at Barossa Village.
Aged 92 years.
Loved husband of the late Jean and Marjorie.
Much loved Dad of Wayne and Helen, Ross and Marilyn, Jenny and Mark.
Loved Grandpa of Sally, Emma and Jarrod.
Great Grandpa of Macy, Keira and Jasmine.
Always loved, always remembered.
Keith’s family invite all who wish to attend a Service to Celebrate his life, to be held in its entirety in the Barossa Funerals Chapel, 51 Basedow Road Tanunda, on Tuesday 17 June 2025 at 2:00pm.
To join the Service for Keith by livestream click HERE
MOORE, Kathleen Jean (nee Burgess)
Passed away peacefully on Saturday 7 June 2025.
Aged 91 years.
Cherished and loved Mother of Stephen, Robert and Lynne.
Adored and special Grandma to Emily and Daniel, Maddie and Shonae, Jarrod and Liana, Daniel, Rachel and Riley.
Forever in our hearts.
Kath will be farewelled at a private ceremony.
“King of Merlot”
IRVINE, James Gilmour “Jim”
Jim passed away peacefully surrounded by love on Sunday 25 May 2025.
Aged 92 years.
Dearly loved husband of Marjorie for almost 68 wonderful years.
Much loved Dad of Jo and Peter, Kate and Al.
Loved Grandad of Tom and Sam.
Much loved brother of Colleen (d) and George, and Margaret and Gordon (d).
Loved brother-in-law to Robert and Anita, and Craig.
“A life well lived, in the pursuit of excellence”
Our family extend a very special thank you to doctors, nurses and carers at Lutheran Homes Barossa, for your love and care, you are amazing!
Come and join us to raise a glass or two for Jim, at Levrier Wines Cellar Door, 928 Research Road, Nuriootpa from 2:00pm on Sunday 15 June 2025.
The tribute to Jim will commence at 2.30 pm.
Click HERE to join Jim’s tribute by livestream.
A memorial donation to Starlight Children’s Foundation would be appreciated by Jim’s family and can be made online. Envelopes will also be available.
VALENTE, Brenton Paul
Peacefully passed with your hand held and Foo Fighters playing.
Aged 53 years.
Our loss is immense, yet we will cherish the beautiful life and memories we made.
Forever in our hearts, partner Michelle Wilksch, children Olivia and Zoe, Jordan and Amelia, Mum Else, Dad Harry (dec), brother Jason, sister Belinda (dec) + DJ.
We will miss you ‘Everlong’
A celebration of Brenton’s life will be held at the Nuriootpa Bowling Club, on Friday 13 June 2025 at 2:00pm.
Please wear attire, with flat shoes, to play bowls.
Private Cremation.
ROSENZWEIG, W. Kevin
Formerly of Towitta.
Born 23 June 1932, passed away peacefully on 1 June 2025.
Aged 92 years.
Remembered by Andrew and Jenny, Trevor, Fiona, Melissa and their families.
Rest Peacefully Dad.
Family and friends are invited to attend the Committal Service for Kevin at Sedan Cemetery, to be held on Thursday 12 June 2025 at 12:30pm.
All welcome.
BARTSCH, Debra Anne (nee Jantke)
30.12.1968 ~ 19.5.2025
Deb’s candle has finally burnt out at just 56 years of age, after a courageous battle of ill health for 24 years.
Loving wife of Steven.
Loving Mother and Mother-in-law of Daniel and Ashley, Amy and Dane.
Daughter of Dennis (dec), and Joy and Glen Schultz.
Much loved sister of Teresa and Ben, loved Aunty of Lauren; and loved sister of Paul.
Thank you for the years we shared, the love you gave to your family and the way you cared. In our hearts you will stay, loved and remembered every day.
Rest in Peace.
The family of Deb invite all who wish to attend a Service to Celebrate her Life to be held on Friday 6 June 2025 at 2:30pm in St Petri Lutheran Church, Second Street, Nuriootpa. Deb will then be laid to rest in the Dorrien Cemetery.
ZEUNERT, Roma Doreen (nee Fechner)
6/6/1935 ~ 26/5/2025
Passed away peacefully at Lutheran Homes Barossa, Tanunda.
Dearly loved wife of Elmore for 46 years.
Youngest child of the late Paul and Clara Fechner.
Loved sister and sister-in-law of Ron and Mary Fechner, Melvyn and Lorna Fechner, Audrey and Mick Zanker, Lorna and Eric Schmidtke, Mavis and Harold Gerhardy, Garry and Mavis Fechner (all dec), Val and Bob (dec) Collins.
Much loved by her many nieces and nephews.
Many thanks to Dr David Adams, Dr Chris Hoff and the caring staff of Lutheran Homes Barossa.
Now resting in God’s care.
Family and friends are invited to attend the Celebration of Life for Roma, to be held on Thursday 5 June 2025 at 11:00am, at the North Rhine St Peter’s Lutheran Church, 801 Keyneton Road, Keyneton, followed by her committal in the adjacent cemetery.
Click HERE to join Roma’s service by livestream. Unfortunately our videographer experienced technical issues with connection for the livestream today. Roma’s Service is now available to watch as a recording on the same link. We sincerely apologise.
ZUCH, Antonia Wilhelmina “Tonny”
2.9.1941 ~ 17.5.2025
Passed away peacefully surrounded by love, at the Mount Pleasant Residential Care Facility.
Loving, devoted wife to Wolfgang (dec).
Cherished Mum of Ingrid and Dave, and Erika (dec).
Adored Oma to James, Maggy, Georgina and their partners.
Private family funeral will be held.
TAMKE, Noreen “Wendy” (nee Hage)
The family of Wendy is saddened to announce her passing on 18 May 2025 at Barossa Village.
Aged 88 years.
Much loved mother and grandmother.
Forever loved and always in our hearts.
A celebration of Wendy’s life will be held on Friday 30 May 2025 at 11:00am, graveside in the Greenock Cemetery.
PAECH, Malcolm Robert
Of Nuriootpa.
Passed away peacefully on 18 May 2025.
Aged 83 years.
Dearly loved husband of Una for 61 years.
Much loved Father and Father-in-law of Julie and Tim, Darryl and Michelle, Marie and Wayne.
Loved Poppa of Luke and Amy, Jami and Blake, Ryan and Tegan, Carley and Chad, Katie and Guy, Chelsea and Daniel, Jemma and David.
Loving Great Poppa of 11 great grandchildren.
Loved and adored by everyone. Will forever be in our hearts.
The family of Malcolm invite all who wish to attend a Service to Celebrate his life to be held on Tuesday 27 May 2025 at 10:30am in the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 6 Penrice Road, Nuriootpa.
Family and friends to reconvene at the Palmer Cemetery at 2:30pm for Malcolm’s committal.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation can be made to Royal Flying Doctor Service online. Envelopes will be available at the Service.
NELDNER, Raymond “Cedric”
Died peacefully at Lutheran Homes Barossa on Sunday 18 May 2025.
Aged 92 years.
Dearly loved husband of Neta for over 67 years.
Loving Dad and Father-in-law of Phil and Katrina, Mike and Felicia, Jo and Ron, Chris and Carolyn.
Adored Papa of Lauren and Mark, Emily and Matt, Lachlan; Josh and Alex, Ben and Alice, Cass and Peter; Jemma and Daniel, Dane and Daria; Jarrad, Tennille and Matt, and Parker.
Great Papa of Austin, Sterling, Darcy, Elsie; Lincoln, Abby, Hayley, Robbie, Riley, Ellen, Fletcher; Sophia, Penelope; Hayes, Ethan, and Blair.
In God’s care.
The family of Cedric invite all who wish to attend a Service to Celebrate his life, to be held on Saturday 24 May 2025 at 11:00am in the Tabor Lutheran Church, 77 Murray Street, Tanunda, to be followed by his burial in the Tabor Cemetery.
A donation in Cedric’s memory can be made to Dementia Australia. Envelopes will be available at the Service.
CHILTON, John Wayne
Passed away peacefully in the Barossa Village Nursing Home, Nuriootpa on Sunday 11 May 2025.
Aged 77 years.
Loved husband to Vonnie.
Loved Father to Kara and Nathan.
Adored Grandfather to Madison and Amelia.
Loved by his family and all who knew him.
The family of John invite all who wish to attend a Service to celebrate his life, to be held in its entirety in the Barossa Funerals Chapel, 51 Basedow Road, Tanunda on Wednesday 21 May 2025 at 2:00pm.
RABOT, Emeile ‘Ray’
Passed away on 7 May 2025.
Aged 93 years.
Devoted husband of Betty (d).
Father of Emeile and Chris, Carol and Don.
Grandad of Geoffrey and Felicity.
Will be missed.
Thank you to the caring staff of Eucalyptus House, ACH Elizabeth South.
A private cremation will be held.
LIEBELT, Irene Veronica (nee Henke)
4/2/1945 ~ 3/5/2025
Passed away peacefully at the Tanunda Hospital, aged 80 years.
We were so blessed to have you as our role model and champion in life, to guide and support us through the good and bad times. The devotion and love you gave to your family shone through in everything you did for us. Your passion and dedication for the local community was inspiring. A woman of great strength and kindness who we will forever cherish and remember.
Dearly loved Mother, Mother-in-Law and Grandmother of Greg and Helen, Dylan and Elisha, Alex, Sean; Peter and Andrea, Tahlia, Hudson and Jazmine; Edward and Wendy, Kirrilee, Tyson and Eliza, Jade and Zane, Aiden; Diana and Andrew, Jennifer and Henry, Samantha and Luke, Isabel, and Benjamin.
Now resting with her Heavenly Father. Be at peace forevermore.
The family of Irene invite all who wish to attend a Service to Celebrate her Life, to be held on Friday 16 May 2025 at 1:00pm in the St John’s Lutheran Church, Margaret Street, Lyndoch, to be followed by her committal in the St Jakobi Lutheran Cemetery.
Donations in memory of Irene can be made to Barossa Area Fundraisers for Cancer. Envelopes will be available at the service.
Click HERE to join Irene’s Service by livestream.
KLEINIG, Ruth Valma (nee Roehr)
16/11/1943 ~ 5/5/2025
Passed away peacefully at the Royal Adelaide Hospital, with her family by her side, after a short illness.
Beloved wife of Royce for 59 years.
Loving mother and grandmother of Peter; Wendy, Bradley, and Rhylee; Andrew and Angela, Sonia and Cam, Ben, and Matthew; Marion, Rachael and Sam, Josh, and Caleb.
The Lord is my Shepherd.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service for Ruth, to be held on Wednesday 14 May 2025 at 11:00am in Neukirch Pilgrim Lutheran Church, 655 Belvidere Road, Ebenezer, to be followed by Ruth’s Committal in Neukirch Lutheran Cemetery.
LANGE, Tracy Nicole (nee Schneider)
Tracy passed away peacefully surrounded by love on Sunday 4 May 2025.
Aged 51 years.
Dearly loved Mum of Danielle and Courtney.
Adored soulmate of Andrew.
Much loved daughter of Kay and Robert.
Loving sister of Cristy and Barry (dec).
Loved Aunty of Spencer and Wilson.
Bonus Mum of Tyler and Mikaela.
Forever in our hearts.
Tracy’s family would like to thank Barossa Palliative Care, Barossa Village, AMC, LMH and RAH for their devoted care and support over the past few years, we will be forever grateful for your care.
The family of Tracy invite all who wish to attend a Memorial Service to celebrate Tracy’s life, to be held on Monday 12 May 2025 at 1:00pm in the Tanunda Football Clubrooms, 1 Park Street, Tanunda.
In lieu of flowers, a donation in memory of Tracy to Cancer Council SA or Hospital Research Foundation can be made online. Envelopes will be available at the Service.
To join Tracy’s Service by livestream click HERE
HENSCHKE, Donald Edgar ‘Don’
Passed away peacefully with his family at his side, on 23 April 2025.
Aged 83 years.
Dearly loved husband of Alma (dec).
Loving Dad and Father-in-law of Brett and Lesleigh; Paula and Paul.
Adored Poppa of Jasmine and Blade.
Deeply loved, forever missed.
A private family service will be held.
RICE, Ian Mayo
Ian passed away peacefully on 11 April 2025.
Aged 88 years.
Dearly loved husband of Bev (dec).
Loving Dad and Father-in-law of David; Kathryn and Rob.
Caring grandfather of William, Georgia; Alyssa, Jacinta and Liora.
In God’s care.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service for Ian to be held on Monday 28 April 2025 at 11.00am in the Angaston Uniting Church, 12-14 Sturt Street Angaston, to be followed by Ian’s committal in the Truro Cemetery.
AMTSBERG, Lissy
29.5.1923 ~ 19.4.2025
It is with great sadness we announce that Lissy passed away peacefully at the Barossa Village, a month short of 102 years.
She will be sadly missed by her children Hagen, Paul, Ray, Gina, their partners, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great great grandchild.
According to her wishes, there will be no funeral, but a celebration of her life will be held at a later date.
Many thanks and appreciation to her carers at Barossa Village.
She will be sadly missed.
HAHN, Norman Leslie
22.3.1925 ~ 12.4.2025
Dearly loved husband of Ruth (dec).
Loving father and father-in-law of Lynette and Ken; Chris and Julie; Kathryn and Brett.
Treasured Grandpa of Nicole and Tim; Nathan and Sammi; Ryan and Crystal; Gabby; Jesse and Jess; Tiarna and James; Noah and Beth; Trent and Jarrod.
Adored Great-Grandpa of Aquila, Kieren, Mackenzie, Toby; Logan, Ezekiel; Jack, Milo; Charlie and Ava.
We have been blessed by your 100 years of faith, love, courage and kindness.
Thank you to the dedicated and caring staff at Barossa Village, also to Dr. Michael Hoopmann.
Safe in the arms of Jesus.
A celebration of Norman’s life will be held at the Strait Gate Lutheran Church, Light Pass on Wednesday 23 April 2025 at 1:30pm followed by his committal in the adjoining cemetery.
Donations in memory of Norman, in lieu of flowers, to Australian Lutheran World Service, can be made online https://www.alws.org.au or at the service.
Click HERE to join Norman’s Service by livestream.
RATTEI, Keith Herbert
Of Springton, SA.
12.4.1939 ~ 11.4.2025
Passed away peacefully one day short of his 86th birthday.
Devoted Son of Herbert (dec) and Frieda (dec) Rattei.
Cherished brother of Lorraine (dec) and Melvyn Sonntag, David and Joyce Rattei.
Loved Uncle to Peter and Sarah, Cooper, Aidan, Julius and Sofia Sonntag.
A gentleman of his land.
The Lord is my Shepherd.
KRAEHENBUHL, Dean Leyland
Passed away peacefully on Monday 7 April 2025.
Aged 83 years.
Much loved and caring husband of Cheryl for almost 55 years.
Loved father of Nicole, Paul and Georgina, and sons-in-law Ed and Ben.
Cherished Pops to Elise, Clancy, Yves, Margaux and James.
Raising a glass to you, Dino!
With gratitude to the Tanunda Hospital Palliative Care Team – Angels walking amongst us.
The Funeral Service to celebrate Dean’s life will be held on Thursday 17 April 2025 at 10:30am in the Langmeil Lutheran Church, 7 Maria Street, Tanunda.
Private Cremation.
In lieu of flowers, a donation in memory of Dean, to Canteen Australia would be appreciated, and can be made online. Envelopes will also be available at the Service.
KUCHEL, Keith Wilfred
Passed away peacefully at Lutheran Homes Barossa on 6 April 2025.
Aged 96 years.
Dearly loved husband of Thora (dec).
Cherished and loving Dad of Roger, Marilyn and Chris.
Loved father-in-law of Kathy and Greg.
Adored Grandpa of Georgia; Rajiv, Anita; Amy, Chelsea and Kaitlin.
Great Grandpa of Ela, Amara; Maya and Ethan.
Your memory is the greatest treasure to have and to hold in our hearts forever.
Sincere thanks to all at Lutheran Homes Barossa for their loving care.
Keith’s family invite all who wish to attend a Service to celebrate his life on Wednesday 16 April 2025 at 10:00am in The Gramp Chapel, 27 Bridge Street Tanunda, to be followed by Keith’s Committal in the St John’s Lutheran Cemetery, Tanunda.
HODGES, Lorraine Laura (nee Below)
Passed away at home on 18 March 2025.
Aged 86 years.
Beloved wife of Len (dec).
Loved mother and mother-in-law of Sandra; Tim and Sharon; Darlene and Simon; Amanda and Daryl.
Loved Gran of Kelly and Mick; Stacey and Luke, Caitlin and Riley; Kimberly and Thomas; and Mikayla, and Great-Gran of Blair, Lilly, Hayley and Grace.
Will be missed.
To commemorate Lorraine’s life, a service will be held on Friday 11 April 2025 at 11:00am in the Barossa Funerals Chapel, 51 Basedow Road, Tanunda. Lorraine will be laid to rest in the Nuriootpa Cemetery following refreshments.
BURGESS, Ronald Stanley
Passed away, in the company of loved ones, on 30 March 2025.
Aged 87 years.
Loving husband of Valerie.
Dad to Joanne, Sharon (dec), Steven, Jeremy and El.
Much loved and loving Grandpa and Great-Grandpa.
Ron was a kind and gentle man and will be very much missed.
KLEINIG, Margaret Valma (nee Schilling)
Passed away peacefully into the Shepherd’s arms on 30 March 2025.
Aged 89 years.
Wife of Mervyn (dec).
Mother of Trevor, Kevin, Robin, Greg and Julie, and their partners.
14 Grandchildren and 11 Great-Grandchildren.
Mum and Dad reunited.
The family of Margaret invite relatives and friends to attend her Funeral Service on Thursday 3 April 2025 at 1:00pm in the Gramp Chapel, Lutheran Homes Barossa, 27 Bridge Street, Tanunda. Following refreshments, Margaret will be laid to rest in the Nuriootpa Cemetery.
Click HERE to join Margaret’s Service by livestream.
NICHOLLS, Harold ‘Nick’
Peacefully passed away on 22 March 2025.
Aged 96 years.
Dearly loved husband of Mavis (dec).
Cherished Dad of Mike and Sue; and Judy.
Grandad to Michaela and David.
Privately cremated, as Harold wished.
BRAUNACK, Betty Lorraine (nee Clerke)
Born 19 January 1930, passed away peacefully on 21 March 2025.
Dearly loved wife of Roland ‘Roly’ (dec).
Dearest Mum of Graham and Jenny; David and Ann; and Kym (dec).
Grandma and Great-Grandma of Scotty and Cathy, Sasha and Chace; Darren and Rosa, Cohen, Sienna and Kiara; Travis and Zac.
Grandma and Great-Grandma of Kimberly and Will. Layla, Adam (now in heaven), Ella and Louis; Jamie-Lee and Andrew, Ellie and Ivy.
In God’s loving care.
Thank you to Lutheran Homes Barossa for your care.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service for Betty to be held on Thursday 27 March 2025 at 2:00pm in the Langmeil Lutheran Church, 7 Maria Street, Tanunda, to be followed by Betty’s committal in the adjoining cemetery.
Click HERE to join Betty’s Service by livestream.
CODRINGTON, Lance David
Passed away peacefully on 9 March 2025.
Aged 97 years.
Dearly loved husband of Vera (dec).
Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Ian and Susanne, Tony and Keryl, Jennifer and Peter.
Cherished Poppa Cody of Michelle and David, Cathie and Chris, John and Mei; Leith, Tamryn and Grant; Ben and Nasim, and Sam.
Adored Great Poppa Cody of Bella and Charlie; Indiana and Anastasia.
In God’s care.
The family of Lance invite relatives and friends to the Celebration of his Life to be held on Tuesday 25 March 2025 at 11:00am in the Barossa Funerals Chapel, 51 Basedow Road, Tanunda.
Click HERE to join Lance’s Service by livestream.
ROESLER, Nola Lorraine (nee Pumpa)
Passed away peacefully on Sunday 9 March 2025, of Eden Valley.
Aged 86 years.
Loved wife of Gordon (dec).
Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Neil and Lydia; Sharon and Scott.
Nana Nola of Joshua and Shaii, Tristen and Maddi, and Charlotte. Great-grandmother to Finnick.
Loved sister of Leon.
At Rest.
Nola’s family invite relatives and friends to the Celebration of her Life on Friday 21 March 2025 at 2:00pm at the St Petri Lutheran Church, Eden Valley, and then laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery.
STEPHENS, Peter Robert
Surrounded by loved ones, Peter passed away peacefully in the RAH on 25 February 2025.
Aged 79 years.
Unconditionally loved by Geraldine for over 60 years.
Forever in our hearts. Sweet is the sleep that ends all pain.
Adored Uncle of Liz and Malcolm, Alex and Lucy, and Erin.
At peace after a courageous battle. Now in God’s care.
A celebration of Peter’s life will be held on Friday 14 March 2025 at 3:00pm in the Barossa Funerals Chapel, 51 Basedow Road, Tanunda.
In lieu of flowers a memorial donation to Lung Foundation Australia would be appreciated. A direct link to the tribute donation page is available HERE.
Private Burial.
PRZIBILLA, Avis Mary (nee Jordan)
Born, lived for 102 years, and passed away 4 March 2025, in Riverton.
Devoted wife of Malcolm (dec).
Lovingly remembered by her son Graham, daughter-in-law Denise (dec), grandchildren Skye and Daniel, Jason and Amanda, Sam and Tayla, and cherished great-grandchildren Maya, James, Zara, Connor, Max, Riley, Billy, Milly and Aubree.
Remembered with love by her family.
The family of Avis invite all who wish to attend a Service to celebrate her life, to be held on Wednesday 12 March 2025 at 1:00pm in the Riverton Uniting Church, followed by her committal in the Riverton Cemetery.
EDWARDS, Roger Maxwell
Passed away peacefully on 26 February 2025.
Aged 81 years.
Much loved husband of Jenni.
Loved Dad of Brenton and Jenny, Greg and Rosie.
Loved Pa of Jacque.
Loved Grandfather of Johnathon, Julia, Rachael and Jake, Hayley, James, and Abbey.
Loved Great Grandfather of Celine.
In God’s care.
Our family thank the wonderful staff at Wirraminna for their loving care.
A celebration of Roger’s life will be held in St John’s Lutheran Church, Margaret Street, Lyndoch, at 2:00pm on Tuesday 11 March 2025.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to SA Police Legacy would be appreciated. Envelopes will be available at the Service.
Click HERE to join Roger’s Service by livestream.
Private Cremation.
CARNELLY, Darren Peter
Aged 54 years.
Goodbye my best friend, my husband, my soulmate.
Thank you for raising our four lovely children, Ty, Makayla, Ryan and Bradley, who have matured into loving adults with your guidance. Time spent with you will be memories I will treasure. I am going to miss our adventures.
You will now be at peace. Forever camping.
Love, your Michele xxx 
Darren’s cremation has been held privately.
KENNETT, Coral Joan (nee Hahn)
Passed away peacefully on 27 February 2025 at Lutheran Homes Barossa.
Aged 91 years.
Reunited with her dearly loved husband Ian.
Loving Mum and Grandma of Brett and Silvia, Anita (dec) and John (dec). Natalie and Andy, Zac, Jesh and Noah.
Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.
Coral’s family invite all who wish to attend a Service to celebrate her life to be held on Friday 7 March 2025 at 10:30am in the Gramp Chapel, 27 Bridge Street, Tanunda, followed by her burial in the Bethany Cemetery.
Garden flowers welcomed.
Click HERE to join Coral’s Service by livestream.
ALTUS, Clair Barbara (nee Kleinig)
Passed away peacefully at Lutheran Homes Barossa on 21 February 2025.
Aged 94 years.
Dearly loved wife of Des (dec).
Loving Mother of Peter and adored Nanna of Bronte, Mother and Mother-in-law of Jo and Alan Bartsch, and adored Nanna of Alex, and to her sons Michael and Christopher (both dec).
Thank you to all the caring, compassionate staff in ABGO at Lutheran Homes Barossa.
Forever in our hearts.
Family and friends of Clair are invited to attend her Funeral Service to be held on Thursday 6 March 2025 at 10:30am at Grace ‘St Paul’s’ Lutheran Church, Murray Street, Tanunda and then laid to rest in the Tabor Cemetery, Tanunda.
In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to Finke River Mission. Envelopes will be available at the service.
SITTERS, Geraldine Marie (nee South)
2.1.1938 ~ 15.2.2025
Dearly loved wife of Brian.
Loving mother of Louise, Leonie, Sara, Matthew and Bridget and their families.
Life has to end, love doesn’t.
A private family gathering has been held, as per Gerry’s wishes.
Please note the service recording will now not be publicly available to watch.
HAMMERLING, Vivian Naomi (nee Noack)
Passed away peacefully at home on 12 February 2025.
Aged 75 years.
Loved and loving wife of Glen.
Daughter of the late Millie and Clem Noack of St Kitts.
Loving sister to Rueben and Ruth; and Michael (dec).
Adored Aunty to Peter, Charmaine, Susanne and Sarah, their partners and families.
Now in God’s care.
Glen invites family and friends to Vivian’s Funeral Service on Tuesday 25 February 2025 at 10:30am in the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Penrice Road, Nuriootpa, then laid to rest in the Nuriootpa Cemetery.
MUTER, William ‘Bill’
Passed away peacefully on 17 February 2025.
Aged 93 years.
Dearly loved husband of Helen.
Loving Dad and Father-in-law of Carolanne and Campbell, Stuart and Ellie.
Adored Pop of Jack, Henry and Will.
Thank you to Barossa Village, in particular Matt and Dr Hoff.
Private Cremation.
A memorial service to celebrate Bill’s life will be held in Castle Hill, New South Wales.
NOACK, Kevin Norman
Passed away suddenly at home on 4 February 2025.
Aged 78 years.
Dearly loved husband of Clarice (dec).
Loved father and father-in-law of Wayne and Jennifer.
Adored Grandpa of Chloe and Scott.
Dear friend of Shirley.
Will be greatly missed by your loving family. Reunited with Clarice in Heaven.
To commemorate Kevin’s life, a service will be held on Friday 21 February 2025 at 10:00am in the Langmeil Lutheran Church, Maria Street, Tanunda, with his burial in the Langmeil Cemetery.
KURTZ, Nancy Elizabeth (nee Schliebs)
14.11.1939 – 5.2.2025
Aged 85 years
Much loved wife of Geoff. Married for 60 wonderful years, full of love, adventure and fun.
Loved mother of Nicolas, Samuel and Lucinda and dear friend to Kells, Bernie and Ryan.
Adored Nan to Rajan and Charlie.
A gracious lady and quiet achiever. Nancy will be missed by many relatives and friends.
Pancreatic Cancer patient, gone to be with her Lord. Will be sadly missed by us all.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service to celebrate Nancy’s life to be held on Wednesday 19 February 2025 at 11:00 am in the Langmeil Lutheran Church, Maria Street, Tanunda, followed by Nancy’s committal in the Langmeil Cemetery.
A donation to Australian Cancer Research Foundation would be most appreciated by Nancy’s family. Donations can be made online by clicking HERE. Donation Envelopes will be available at the Service.
McHENDRIE, Alexander Finlay
14 July 1927 to 7 February 2025.
Dearly loved husband of Louie for 74 years, less a few days.
Loved father of Tina and Chris, Alby and Jill, Bruce and Pauline, Doug (dec).
Grand dad and Great Grand dad.
Uncle to many.
Thank you Barossa Village for looking after him for the last two years, especially for the last two weeks.
Louie and family invite all who wish to attend a Service to Celebrate Alex’s life, to be held on Wednesday 19 February 2025 at 11:00am in its entirety, in the Angaston Uniting Church, Sturt Street, Angaston.
To join the Service for Alex by livestream, click HERE
No flowers please, a donation in Alex’s memory to Barossa Area Fundraisers for Cancer would be appreciated. Envelopes will be available at the Service.
PFEIFFER, David Andrew
30.4.1954 ~ 10.2.2025
70 years old.
Dearly loved son of Alf and Vera (both dec).
Dearly loved brother of John, brother-in-law of Kathy.
Quietly the angels came, quickly they called your name. A happy smile, a heart of gold, memories of you David will always be precious, will never grow old and will always be held.
A man of God. We reunite at the rapture.
To commemorate David’s life, a service will be held on Tuesday 18 February 2025 at 1:30pm in the St Petri Lutheran Church, Nuriootpa, with David’s burial in the Tabor Cemetery, Tanunda.
QUIGLEY, Shane “Charlie”
Passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at his home on Monday 3 February 2025.
Aged 67 years.
Beloved brother of Jen. How blessed I was to have you as my brother.
Son of Kevin Quigley (dec) and Margaret Philpott (dec).
Step brother to Andrew and Vicki; and Simon.
As per Charlie’s wishes, private arrangements have been made.
Your cosmic joyride awaits ~ Doctor Who
NIELSEN, Egon
Born in Denmark on 2 November.1932, passed away peacefully in his sleep at Angaston on 21 January 2025.
Aged 92 years.
Happily married to Hanna for 66 years.
Loved by his sons Lars, Davy and Leo, and their partners.
Farfar to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
“Don’t do as I do, do as I say!”
A celebration of Egon’s life will be held in the Angaston Football Clubrooms, Washington Street, Angaston at 2:00pm on Thursday 6 February 2025.
Service Livestream – We apologise for the interruption to sound at the beginning of Egon’s service. The service has been edited and can be watched by clicking HERE
BELL, Kenneth Arthur
Passed away on 8 January 2025 at 81 years young.
Ken was a deeply loved husband to Sylvia, and a cherished father, grandpa and great-grandpa to Julie, Robert, Amy, Samuel, Tash, Melody and Grace.
A private cremation has taken place, a Celebration of Life service will be held on Thursday 6 February 2025 at 10:00am in the Barossa Bush Chapel, Penrice Road, Nuriootpa.
SCHWIER, Kerry Lynne
Passed away peacefully at the Angaston Hospital on 25 January 2025 surrounded by her loving family.
Aged 58 years.
Loving and adored life partner of Steven. Will love and miss you forever.
Dearly loved and loving daughter of Jan and Don. Forever loved, forever missed, forever in our hearts.
Loved and cherished sister and sister-in-law of Debbie and Joe. Devoted, adored, and fun-loving Aunty of Elsa and Lilly. In our hearts you will always stay, loved and remembered every day.
You were loved and will be sadly missed. You will always be remembered by those whose life you touched. ~ Bill and Beverly
Devoted and dedicated Teacher-Librarian at Faith Lutheran College for 37 years. Her life was a testament to the profound impact a teacher can have on generations of students.
Kerry will be fondly remembered for her bright, cheerful, fun-loving nature, her fearless independence, and her great sense of humour.
‘Wherever a beautiful soul has been, there is a trail of beautiful memories’. ~ unknown author.
Taken too soon. In God’s care.
It is Kerry’s wish to have a private family funeral.
STOTT, Roger Edward
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on 23 January 2025.
Aged 85 years.
Dearly loved husband of Jenny (d).
Loved and remembered by Michelle and John; Nicole and Glen, and his grandchildren Liam, Laura, Rebecca; Jessica and Matthew.
In God’s Care.
A celebration of Roger’s life will be held on Friday 31 January 2025 at 11:00am in the Barossa Funerals Chapel, 51 Basedow Road, Tanunda.
GILES, Irene Thelma (nee Loffler)
20.02.1928 – 21.01.2025
Passed away peacefully at Barossa Village.
Wife of Charlie (dec).
Dear Mother and Mother-in-law to Patricia (dec) and Chris (dec), Kathleen (dec) and John (dec) and Garry (dec), Heather, Jennifer and Andrew, Ron and Elizabeth.
Loving Grandma to Steven, Sharon, Peter, Ron, Yoalande, Chad, Eillema, Zachary and Eron and their partners, and Great Grandma to Taylor, Halle, Kelliegh, Karmichael, Harry, Felix and Milla.
Loved and loving Mother, teacher and best friend of Heather. Rest in Peace
Much loved Mum and Mother-in-law to Ron and Elizabeth. Caring Grandma to Zachary and Jasmine, Eron and Antony. Forever thankful.
Thank you to the staff of the Barossa Village for the wonderful care and support.
A celebration of Irene’s life will be held on Thursday 30th January 2025 at 2:00 pm at the Eudunda Hospital Day Care Centre followed by her committal in the Truro Cemetery.
Click HERE to join Irene’s service by livestream.
ROENNFELDT, Bevan John
16.9.1940 ~ 2.1.2025
Passed away at Barossa Village.
Aged 84 years.
Dearly loved husband of Margaret.
Cherished Dad of Stuart, Heidi (dec) and Petrina.
Father-in-law of Anne, Anthony and Carl.
Much loved Grandpa of Alison, Daniel, Benjamin, Hannah and Miranda.
Safe in the arms of Jesus.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service for Bevan, to be held on Friday 24 January 2025 at 2:00pm in the St Michael’s Lutheran Church, Marananga, followed by Bevan’s committal in the adjoining cemetery.
Service Livestream – we apologise for the interruption with the livestream of Bevan’s service. The service is now available to view as a recording please click HERE
COMBE, Julie Ann (nee Cronin)
Julie’s journey on earth ended on Sunday 19 January 2025, surrounded by love and now reunited with her beloved Roy.
Aged 77 years.
Adored Mum of Sarah and Matthew, and their partners Adam and Renee, Nanna of Ashten, Poppy and Aliyah.
“We are lost without her, she raised her family who are strong and united, and we know she will forever be with us”.
The celebration of Julie’s life will be held on Friday 24 January 2025 at 10:30 am in Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church, Gawler Street, Nuriootpa.
A donation to Barossa Area Fundraisers for Cancer, rather than flowers, to continue Julie’s work is appreciated and can be made either at the service or online.
JONES, John Alan
4 June 1946 – 4 January 2025
Fought with courage until the end.
Beloved husband of Pam, loving father to Melissa and Rebecca, cherished father-in-law to Toby, and adored Papa to Lily Rose.
Loved and respected by many, he will be deeply missed.
“I will always love you” – Pam. 💕
Family and friends are welcome to gather and celebrate his life, at Wanera Wine Bar, 65 Murray Street, Angaston, on Thursday 23 January 2025 from 2.00pm to 4.00 pm.
HEMPEL, Thomas Oscar “Tom”
29.3.1927 ~ 10.1.2025
Aged 97 years.
Dearly loved husband of Anna, married for 69 years.
Cherished father of Gary, Carol and Clive.
Adored grandfather to 14 and great-grandfather to 17 children.
Lovingly remembered, forever in our hearts.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service for Tom, to be held on Thursday 23 January 2025 at 1:00pm in the Bethany Lutheran Church, Bethany, followed by his committal in the Bethany Cemetery.
O’BRIEN, Norman
Passed away peacefully on 10 January 2025.
Aged 88 years.
Dearly loved husband of Eva.
Much loved father of Dianne, Greg and Alisha.
Father in law of Peter, Monique and Daniel.
Poppy to Kate and Nick.
Norm will be greatly missed by family and friends.
Norm’s family invite all who wish to attend the Service to celebrate his life on Tuesday 21 January 2025 at 10:30am in the Barossa Funerals Chapel, 51 Basedow Road, Tanunda.
Donations in memory of Norm can be made to Surf Lifesaving SA online.
To join Norm’s service by livestream click HERE
Norm would want you to come in smart casual, your best RM Williams shirt or something red/white.