It is with great sadness that we announce the death Mrs Geraldine Ellen CHIRNSIDE.
A Restricted Funeral Service (Due to COVID19) will be held for Mrs Geraldine Ellen CHIRNSIDE late of Dingwall. Geraldine will be laid to rest at the Echuca Cemetery.
We wish to encourage you to express your sympathies and condolences to the family via a post on this announcement which the family are able to access and read.
(All messages are pending the approval of staff to avoid inappropriate content)
Geraldine’s Service will be live streamed on SATURDAY (2nd October 2021) commencing at 10.30am.
Please go to the Live Stream Tab on our main page where the service will be streamed live on Saturday.
Dear Louis, Hamish and Dave, it has taken me this long to sit quietly and watch the farewell to Geraldine. The shock of the news has passed, but tears still welled at the tributes you made. The stories from friends and family honoured the loss of such a bright, strong woman. Go well keeping close all the great memories. Margot and Stephen Henty
Dear Louie, Hamish & David,
Deeply saddened to hear of your loss of Geraldine.
You are in my thoughts & prayers.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Dear Louis – belated us my sadness for you. Words cannot express the departure of Geraldine. She will continue to live as part of you, and thus is not anywhere, but with you. Sincerely Alan English
Deepest sympathy Lou, Hamish and David.
So sad to hear of your loss. Geraldine was a warm and wonderful person whose kindness I will never forget. Stace
To Louis and family
We were saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Geraldine. Our sincere condolences to you all and we are thinking of you at this sad time. Wonderful memories are yours to keep forever.
Kerry, Jennifer and family
Dear Louis, Hamish and David,
Words cannot express the sadness that we are feeling for your family right now at the passing of Geraldine. We were fortunate enough to be able to watch the beautiful ceremony online and although shedding a tear at many moments, we were comforted seeing so many family and friends being able to be there to share their experiences and memories about Geraldine.
Our deepest condolences and thoughts during this time. We are just so grateful that we were able to see Geraldine at our wedding two years ago, where she and Louis made the long journey up to Hong Kong to be with us. We feel so fortunate now that we were able to see her then.
Love
Tim, Nicole and Chloe
Dear Louis, Hamish and David. Geraldine was warm and welcoming from the moment we first met many, many years ago out at our much loved Wandella. She was always a delight to have a chat to. Her beautiful heart and infectious smile will be missed. Sending you all so much love xx
Dear Louis, Hamish and David.
I am so sorry about the loss of our beloved Geraldine. I send my deepest condolences to you and to your family. I can’t begin to understand how you must be feeling. Geraldine was extremely affectionate and a great personality. I had the honor and the pleasure to know her. I will always remember her cheerful smile and passion for life.
My love and sympathy to you and to your kids, Vitaliy
To Lou, Hamish & Dave & families,
Sending our love and deepest sympathy to you all. We will miss Geraldine so much ( her beautiful warm, cheeky personality and her infectious laughter).
Keeping you all in our prayers and thoughts.
Love Mark & Adrienne
Geraldine would be delighted hearing the stories and tributes made by Louis,Hamish and David, including her extended family members and friends,
Memories of great adventures experienced with Geraldine
Geraldine’s inspirational achievements and input and changing Agriculture across the Wide World are amazing.
Everyone did a great job.
Dear Louis,
Our sincere condolences to you, David, and Hamish. News of Geraldine’s passing has touched the hearts and lives of many people worldwide.
Her warm personality, thoughtfulness, generosity, loving kindness and laughter awarded her with many, many friends from every continent.
Cherish all the special memories as you remember all those “Good Times” you had with her. They will bring a smile to your face, will help you find
comfort, and bring peace to your hearts.
Our deepest sympathy,
Roger and Shirley Scriven
Dear Louis and family. Id like to extend my sincere sympathy on the loss of Geraldine. My thoughts are with you at this very sad time for your family. She will be greatly missed.
Thinking of you Gary Myers
Dearest Louis, Hamish and Dave and families,
Geraldine was the most amazing friendly, bubbly and beautiful lady whom you would never see without a smile. So warm and caring and will be greatly missed by so many. Sending you all so much love and courage as you grieve the loss of your beautiful wife and Mother. Thoughts and love to you all x
Trishelle Robinson
Dear Louis,
Our sincerest condolences to you and your family. Geraldine will be remembered as a very postive and kind person with a big heart and a great sense of adventure.
Love from Jonathan, Oksana and boys.
Dear Louis, Hamish, David and family, we send our love and condolences for the loss of beautiful Geraldine. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dear Lou, Hamish and Dave,
Very sad to hear of the sudden passing of Geraldine, such a lovely lady gone too soon.
Sending our love and thoughts,
Terry and Wilma, Renae and Brett, and Brenton.
Dear Lou, Dave and Hamish.
We were deeply saddened to hear that Geraldine had passed away – a huge loss for you to carry.
The Kennedy and O’Connor families shared many wonderful times together. We often visited Kildara Downs, or the Kennedys came to Lumeah.
Regularly, Don & Margaret, Tom & Clare travelled together.
Please extend our sincere condolences to all your extended families.
Maureen & Greg Liddell
Dear Louis and family,
Such sad news of Geraldine’s passing, I have fond memories of our school years together, sending my deepest condolences to you all .
Kath
Dear Louie, our thoughts are with you and your family. Neville and Judy
To Louis and family,
Deepest sympathy to you all on the loss of Geraldine.
Maria & Stretch Collins. 💕
Dear Loui, Hamish & Liz, Dave & Emily,
Geraldine was such a strong, intelligent, warm and generous woman! We are very lucky and grateful to have known her. Such an enjoyable and vibrant person to be around.
She was taken far too soon, but I’m sure she would have had no regrets. She lived her life to the full, was so well-traveled, cultured, and raised her boys to be the same.
Sending all our love at such a heartbreaking time.
Bree, Tommy & Harry Monaghan
Rest In Peace beautiful lady
Dear Louie, Hamish, & Dave
May our love, thoughts and prays surround you.
Geraldine will be remembered as a beautiful, kind, generous and always smiling and laughing precious friend, that you couldn’t help but love and admire.
Sending our love and support
Phil, Darlene, James, Sarah, Alex and family
Louis, Hamish and David. Geraldine’s achievements into Agriculture is known World Wide are Inspirational.The glowing Tributes by Geraldine’s family and friends testify her love of life, be it family friends,work, or as a true Farmer..Thank you for allowing us to attend.
Dear Lou,Hamish,David and extended Family.
Sending love and our deepest sympathy on the passing of Geraldine.
What an amazing lady, lived life to the Fullest.
Our thoughts are with you all.
All our love, Greg and Faye, Shane and Andrea and Family
Dear Uncle Louis, Hamish and David. We were so sad to hear of Aunty Geraldine’s sudden passing. Our thoughts are with you and we send much love and deepest condolences to you from Hong Kong.
Love Amy, Neil and Ray
We send our loving thoughts to you Lou and the boys at this sad and sudden loss. Geraldine would always make you feel welcome in any situation, a gift she would give freely to those around her. She will be sorely missed. All our love, Brad, Jan, Roy and Merilyn Stillard.
My condolences to Lou & Family.
I pass my condolences to Lou & Family.
A beautiful service for a beautiful women. Her impact was greater then most and she certainly didn’t wait to live her life to the fullest. Her happiness was infectious and her love for her family was so strong that she would make you feel a part of it, even if you weren’t. She will always live on through her incredible and loving family. Our thoughts are with all of you.
Love Sammy, Andy, Sophie and Mitchy x
Dear Louie and family, we extend our love and sympathy to you all on the passing of your loved Geraldine. Treasure your special memories close to your heart. Our thoughts and love are with you all.
Harry and Jill Dorman xx
Rest In Peace Dear Geraldine!
It has been a privilege to have known you & be able to attend your “Funeral via Live stream” & hear so much about your very full life and Loves.
Our thoughts and prayers are very much for You Lou and Hamish, David and Emily & Liz.
Deepest Sympathy to you all
Mary & John Barnett
Dear Louis, Hamish, David and families.
So sorry for the loss of Geraldine. Such a beautiful welcoming lady. The farewell you gave Gem was very fitting given these hard times. You all did an amazing service and I’m certain she would have loved everything about it. Our love and thoughts are with you all. Mark and Jodie Darroch
Dear Louis, David & Hamish, so sad to hear the passing of Geraldine, so many fun times together playing netball, training nights at Locky, we always loved Geraldine smiling face and the love she shared. Always a funny story or past memory to laugh about. Rest In Peace Geraldine you lovely lady. Thinking of you all love Mal & Cheryl xx
To Louie, Hamish, Dave and families.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this terrible time. Geraldine was one of the most beautiful, kind and thoughtful ladies we have had the privilege of calling a friend. Sending you all our love and support.
Helena, Zoe and Dennis Moon.
Dear Louis, Hamish and Dave,
We are so sad to hear of the passing of Geraldine – she was a beautiful lady inside and out. I still can’t believe she is gone but she will never be forgotten. Lots of love and hugs to you all, love Ange, Tony and Jett Banks xo
Dear Louis, Hamish, Dave & Families,
Very sorry for your loss. Geraldine was a wonderful lady and will be sadly missed by all.
Thoughts are with you all.
Mick & Sue
Dear Louis , our thoughts are with you and the boys, so sad, Alex and Kirsten
Dear Louie, Hamish, David and families.
What crappy news that your gorgeous Geraldine has passed away. Geraldines smile and bubbly presence will be greatly missed. Deepest condolences.
Peter & Kaye Hanson
To the Chirnside family,
We extend to you, our deepest sympathy at this sad, sad time. It was a privilege to have known Geraldine. We remember her warm, caring nature. We remember her always greeting us with a happy friendly smile. We are so fortunate to have known her as a result of the wonderful friendship that exists between David and Sam. We are grateful for the care and kindness shown to Sam and our family, Wonderful memories of such a beautiful person will live on forever and never be forgotten. Wishing you comfort and strength.
Love the Jarman family
Dear Louis, Hamish, David and families
So sorry to hear of the sudden and very sad loss of Geraldine. She was such a welcoming, supportive and fun-loving neighbour and friend. From Grand Final Day, Kerang Races, Friday night karaoke or houseboat escapes, a great time was always guaranteed when Geraldine was around. We have many fond memories of the times we shared together. We will miss her.
Our thoughts are with you all,
Ron, Deid and family
Dear louis and family
So sad to hear of Geraldines passing a beautiful lady who always made us most welcome in her home
Fondest memories
David and Bev Wallace
Louis, Hamish and Dave, we hope you find peace and strength in the countless memories you share as a family.
We are so grateful to have shared so many happy memories with Geraldine where we were welcomed into the home as family and knew we could always call on you in times of need.
May her vivacious spirit live on forever.
With all our love,
Jarred and Natalie.
Oh Dear Geraldine they say only the good are taken young. Fly high with the Angels. Sending lots of love to your family. Frances
Days have gone by and the shock still remains. How can such a beautiful, kind person be taken so suddenly. Louis, Hamish and Dave, our thoughts and love are with you at this very sad time. Your loss is shared by so many who had the opportunity to know Geraldine and she wil be in our hearts forever.
Dear Louis, Hamish and David, Wishing you all my heartfelt sympathy for your terrible loss. Geraldine was a truly beautiful person and will be sadly missed.
Brendan Watson and family.
Dear Louis , family and friends . Sending our love and deepest sympathy to you all on Geraldines passing . Thinking of you all at this sad time .
To Loui, Hamish & David, We can’t believe the news of Geraldine’s passing. Her quick moving bubbly personality always outgoing and welcoming. You’ll stop and have a cuppa! We will miss our neighbour and Dip Road friend. Take care guys, our thoughts are with you all. Geoff, Fiona, Keegan & Nathaniel Kendell
Dear Louis, Hamish and David, so many fond memories of time spent with you and Geraldine. She was a caring and fun-loving friend and a force to be reckoned with. One of the few people able to keep me in line! Lots of love to you all and wishing you solace as you go through this saddest of times. Hope to catch up with you, Louis soon.
Kindest regards from Barry and Robin and girls, Beechworth
Dear Louis, Hamish and Dave. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.
Terry & Pauline
Dear Loui, Hamish, David and extended family. Very, very sad to hear of Geraldine’s passing. Condolences to you all. Sharon, Terry and family 💐🌈
Dear Louie and family so sad to hear of Geraldine’s passing. Thinking of you at this very sad time. Gwen Dunstan and family.
Dear Louis, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest condolences to you and your family. Michael
Dear Louis, Hamish, David and families, so very sad and shocked to hear of the passing of dear Geraldine. Such a beautiful person who was always glad to see you, her infectious smile was contagious. Geraldine was always up for a chat and keen to know what the family was up to.
Our love goes out to you all.
Love Jan, Scott, Kianna, Laine & Jye Harry
Dear Louis and Family, It is with biggest sadness we recived the news about your big loss. We can´t find the words to express…
But we will always remember Geraldine for her kind heart and her lovely smiles. We will never forget the time we spend together and her warm welcoming us in her home & kitchen.
We are sending all our love to your family and wish Geraldine to rest in peace. ,
Yudee and Lars Runberg from Sweden
Dear Louis and Family, It is with biggest sadness we recived the news about your big loss. We can´t find the words to express…
But we will always remember Geraldine for her kind heart and her lovely smiles. We will never forget the time we spend together and her warm welcoming us in her home & kitchen.
We are sending all our love to your family and wish Geraldine to rest in peace. ,
Yudee and Lars Runberg from Sweden
Louis, very sorry indeed to learn of your sad loss, please accept my condolences.
Dear Louis Hamish and Dave. I am so sorry to hear you have lost Geraldine. It was a privilege to have known her. Thinking of you all. Best wishes Bryce
Dear Louie Hamish and Dave and all the extended family
We were so saddened to hear of the sudden passing of your wonderful wife and mother Geraldine.
The 25 years that we have travelled the World with you both leaves us with wonderful memories of her
vibrant personality and positive and joyous support for all she met. Her love for you and her family was
formost in her life.She will be sadly missed by all of you as well as her friends around the world.
Love and Blessings Anne Maree and Tim Dyer.
Dear Mr. Louis,
I am reminding myself of our nice meeting in Russian Fair. Meeting is beautiful! During your past lifetime, your meeting with your wife is a wonderful story. In your following lifetime, that nice memory together your wife will be your life-long treasure. Please do not be sad too much and too long time! Your wife will go on her love to you in another world. As a friend in China, I will also pray for you and concern aout you. Love will go on with you from your children, your other relatives and your friends, including me.
Best wishes,
Ms. Della from China
Dear Lou, David, Hamish and family. Deepest condolences to you all. Geraldine will be sorely missed always. She was my best friend from when we met, aged 7. We shared the most amazing times throughout childhood and into our teenage years. So much fun, and love and friendship. Hard to believe she’s gone.
All my love to you and the extended family,
Mary xxx
Dear Louis, we are saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Geraldine. Our thoughts are with you and your extended
family. No words can ease the pain you are suffering, but hope you can take comfort from all the wonderful memories
you have made together. Sincerely Meegan & Paul Joseph & Lynn Laing & Paul Wilson.
Dear Louis, Hamish & Dave on the sudden passing of Geraldine a caring wife and mother. We will miss that infectious smile and wicked twinkle in her eyes.
So glad we shared a memorable trip to Greece and isles back in 2014. Love and strength to you all . Robyn and Jack Nind 🌹🌈
There are no words that can convey the loss of someone so precious, who touched the hearts of all who came in contact with her, Geraldine’s beautiful smile and sparkling eyes lit up any forum that she entered, her kind and soft personality radiated to all, she will be sorely missed by near and far. We can only extend our love and sympathy to Louis, Hamish, David and their families hoping it eases the pain to some extent.
Vale Geraldine, a truly beautiful and wonderful person.
All our Love and Thoughts, Murray and Betty Lanyon and Family.
To Louis,Hamish & Dave , Deepest Sympathy. Daryl and Judi Elliott
Dear Louis, Hamish, David and your extended family. A great shock when we heard this sad news. Geraldine was a kind, considerate and genuine person, and offered us such warm friendship whenever we caught up. It was always a pleasure to be in her company. Our love and thoughts are with you.
Geraldine you were a dear friend at St.Mary’s Seymour. I have very happy memories of our time together. Rest In Peace.
Dear Louie, Hamish, Dave and Family. We were saddened to hear of the passing of Geraldine she will be missed by many. Our love and thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. Love from Rachel and Tyrone
To Louis, Hamish and David,
We cannot express enough our deepest condolences to you for the loss of your wonderful wife and mother. Geraldine was a tremendous person and always filled with so much kindness, grace and humour.
We are so grateful that she was able to attend our wedding 2 years ago and that she was there to share in our celebration, we are truly sorry that we cannot be there to share in the service and celebration of her life today.
Sending the deepest sympathies from Hong Kong during this time.
Love Tim, Nicole and Chloe
Thinking of you Lou, Dave and Hamish! Gez was absolutely one in a million, and lit up the room. I would have found myself in lots more trouble without her sandwiches and pep talks while I was hungover. She will be so missed. Lots of love to you all
Dear Louis and family, we are deeply saddened at the sudden passing of Geraldine, she was a very bubbly and happy person and she will be sorely missed. It was always a pleasure to see Geraldine, a beautiful lady with a beautiful smile. Please accept our deepest sympathies. Much love to all Cyril and Wilma SAUNDERS
Dear Louis,Hamish ,David and families.
What a wonderful woman and a beautiful friend to us all.
Thinking of you all lots of love
Graeme, Michele Collins and family xx
Dear Louis, Hamish and Dave. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you for the loss of the beautiful Geraldine. A true angel who looked after so many of us, put up with our 8 hours of band practice a day, fed us as we attempted to help around the farm on school holidays, and would drive us anywhere in the country to catch a local gig. Thoughts and prayers are with you all. Bryce
Louis and family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. You will miss Geraldine dearly, and her presence around the tomato world will also be sorely felt, especially amongst the Australian contingent. Geraldine was always warm, welcoming and fun-loving. There was never a dull moment when she was around. She lit up a room and lived life to the full. Thinking of you in this time of grieving. With love from Charles and Lesley
Louis, Hamish and David
It is fitting that when we read these many deserving tributes from all around the world as to Geraldine as a person and the life she led, that it is so plainly obvious that the warmth and happiness that she showed to us in life was just a snippet of what she gave to all those around her,
We are all extremely saddened by your loss but please find some strength from the amazing woman she was and the impact she had on so many people, what an amazing smile. Rejoice her life.
Sending our Love Roger and Robyn.
To Louis Hamish and David our sincere condolences for your loss of Geraldine. Our thoughts are with you. Mick and Heather Acocks
Dear Louis, Hamish ,David and family.
We wish to convey our sincere condolences and deepest sympathy on the passing of Geraldine. Sending all of our Love and our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Love from Glenn and Cath and the Rorato families.
Dear Loui, Hamish, David & Families, words fail us with the sudden passing of Geraldine. Such a shock for you all!! Deepest sympathy to you . From Barb, Rob Fenton and Families
Geraldine & Louis are long-time friends and business partners of Pik Rite, Inc. in the tomato industry. Geraldine was a bright and colorful soul, bringing joy wherever she went. The entire Pik Rite family extends prayers and sympathies to Louis, Hamish and Dave during this time of sorrow.
To Louis, Hamish and Dave,
Jarryd and I are so shocked and saddened to hear of the loss of Geraldine. Your family hold a special place with us and Geraldine would always make the time to say hello whenever we would see her and was always up for a chat. Her bubbly personality will be missed. Sending our sympathies to you all.
Katrina Thorne and Jarryd Clue
To Louis, Dave and Hamish,
Please accept our sincere condolences to you and all your family and friends. Geraldine was a genuinely beautiful lady, always welcoming, especially into the tomato group. We will miss her smile and chats and always the offer of a drink. All our love Graeme and Michelle
Dear Louis and family. We just found out tonight the passing of your loved wife and mother Geraldine. It was a real shock to hear the news. Geraldine was such a lovely lady, please know we are thinking of you all at this terrible time. Condolences to all the family from us.
Dear Louis, Hamish & Liz, Dave & Emily,
Sending our love and sincere condolences to you all on the sudden passing of Geraldine. A vibrant and welcoming lady; we will always remember great times on the houseboat and at the farm. You are in our thoughts.
Ryan, Meg, Xavier & Ethan Leahy xxxx
Dear Lou and boys,
Our deepest sympathy to you all on Geraldine’s sudden passing. Geraldine , a ray of sunshine and always a friendly smile. Very happy memories from Colbo and tomato days. Sending our love and thoughts to you all now and in the days ahead.
Tom, Yvonne and Tuohey family
Aloha Louis,
Sending our love and support to you, Hamish, and David.
My family are thankful for the joy, laughter, compassion, friendship, and so many fond memories of our special moments with Geraldine. She always went the extra mile to make sure everyone felt welcome and included. We are truly blessed and know Geraldine will always be with us.
To Louis & family,
We are sending our love & deepest sympathy to you all on Geraldine’s sudden passing.
Alan & Helen Rothacker(your Meering West neighbours)
To Louis, Hamish, David & Families. We are saddened by the news of Geraldine’s sudden passing. Please accept our deepest sympathy at this very sad time.
John & Kerrie Knight & Family.
Dear Louis, Hamish and Dave, It was with great sadness we heard about the passing of our good friend Geraldine. We have so many great memories of our fun times together, particularly on the Houseboat. She was a loving, kind soul that will be dearly missed. Sending our love to you all in this sad time. Ian & Marilyn and family
Deepest sympathies to Lou and family
Dear Lou, Hamish, Dave & extended family.
Our families have been close since I was a kid. There have been many amazing memories. My deepest sympathy to you all. I will never forget our trip with Geraldine in Europe in 2018 and our many boozy times on the houseboat…..
Rest in peace Geraldine xoxo
Dear Louis, Hamish and David,
It it with a great deal of sadness and sympathy on hearing the sudden passing of your beautiful wife and mom Geraldine.
Geraldine’s sweet smile and warm heart will be greatly missed. Bret and I have many wonderful memories of all the fun times spent with you and Geraldine traveling to different tomatoe industry meetings.
With much sympathy,
Susan & Bret Ferguson
Dear Louis, Hamish and David. Words are hard to find to express our sadness on the sudden death of your loving wife and mum Geraldine. We are left with many years of great memories that our families have shared together. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. All our love from Rob, Cheryl, Melissa, Ange, and Sam and families ❤️
Dear Louis and family, we also want to say that we will miss Geraldine smile and happiness. Our most sincere condoliencies.
We will make a toast with her white wine.
To Louis, Hamish and Dave. Lisa and I will always remember Geraldine’s wonderful spirit. What a joy she was to be around….so full of life and good cheer! Whenever her eyes connect with others…she’d smile. There’s a lesson in there for all of us. Here’s to Louis for finding a great wife…and to the boys for having such a great mom! Know that your friends in California are all toasting her/you guys tonight!
To Louis, Dave and Hamish, we were deeply saddened to hear of Geraldine’s passing away. Geraldine was such a beautiful woman, she lit up a room when she entered and you were drawn to her vibrance. We will remember her for the caring and kind manner in which she took an authentic interest in those she met. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all the family. Much love John and Jenny May. Xx
Holding your entire family in our hearts and knowing the deep love you shared with your beautiful Wife and Mother brings a sea of pain at this moment that can be overwhelming . Please know the joy you brought to this wonderful woman and hold that in your hearts forever. Our love and sympathy, Dave & Jigs Kibler
Louis I am so so sorry for your loss. Geraldine was a classic! We had some amazing times in Ukraine with you both as well in the states. She will be missed dearly by all. She is going to be in better place now. Geraldine was a wonderful person with a great sense of humor. I will always have great memories of her. I still get a smile from some of the one liners she had in the middle of no where Ukraine!
Dave and Hamish, you have been blessed with a great parents and I am sorry for the loss of your mother. I will be thinking about you guys. Your family is like family to us on this side of the pond. Our great condolences to you. I am so sorry and we are always here for you.
With much love and prayer from Justin and Marissa, Adele, Jason, Iryna and the rest of the old Ukraine gang. Celebrate Geraldine for life she lived.
Dear Louis, Hamish and Dave,
Our hearts are breaking for you.
Geraldine has given you a gift that many in this life will never receive. The gift of unconditional love and a steadfast loyalty to her family.
We will hold and treasure the memories forever.
We love you and we are praying for you.
Elvin and Molly Stoltzfus & family.
Dear Louis Hamish and Dave,
We will always carry Geraldine in our hearts and memories. Impossible to forget her smile and happiness. A real sun in our lives. A vital person that took life as it is, with joy,positive attitude,strenght and continuous support to her family and friends.
We will miss her. A big hug from Madrid.
Juanjo and family.
Dear Louis, I am very sad like all your friends because all of us lost the smile and happiness … Geraldine was always optimist, happy and when we met her the life was colorful . I sent you all my love and I will pray for her but I am sure she is with God making him smile.
Maria Del Mar
Louie and family,
So sad to hear of your loss. I have many great memories of Geraldine from the various tomato conferences we attended. She was a very special lady, full of life and very welcoming to one and all. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Best,
Aaron Barcellos
Dear Louis, Hamish and David. Our sincere condolences on the passing of Geraldine. We are saddened and shocked by this news and our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May Geraldine rest in peace. Amen.
Shannon Grieshop and everyone at J&M Manufacturing
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Geraldine. Our thoughts are with Louis, Hamish and David at this time and thankfully there are those special memories that we will never forget. We were fortunate to part of the Dip Rd fraternity for a number of years and those wonderful times we spent together, with the odd glass or two of Andrew Peace wine thrown in, will always be cherished. Alyne and Claire Fagg
Dear Louis,
My sincere condolences for such a sad loss. We will miss one of the most beautiful and fun smiles of the tomato industry!
My best regards from Spain.
Ricardo Lahera
Dear Louis, Hamish, David and extended families,
We are shocked and devastated for you on the untimely and sudden passing of Geraldine. She was such a friendly, happy and vibrant person and will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Our love and sympathy to you.
Julie, Dennis, Ben and Sam Taylor
Dear Louis,
I am very sad to learn of the death of Geraldine. I will remember her smile, her wonderful welcome in 2004 in Melbourne and the renewed pleasure each time to share a moment with her.
Our hearts go out to you and your family.
Thinking of you in these difficult times.
With caring thoughts,
François-Xavier
To Louis, Hamish, Dave and family, we heard with great sadness of Geraldine’s passing. There are no words to convey the deep sympathy we feel for you all in your grief. We know you must be absolutely devastated.
We all remember Geraldine with great affection, her beautiful smile , her cheerful and happy disposition, as well as her sense of fun and enthusiasm for life and adventure. We will never forget our wonderful “study” trips overseas together and are so grateful to have spent that time together. May you gain some comfort from the support of extended family and friends, and know that we are thinking of you all. Love from Richard, Cheryl, Mat, Erin and Andrew xxx
Dear Louis, Hamish and David,
We were shocked and deeply saddened to hear about the sudden passing of Geraldine. Geraldine was always such a warm, kind and personable woman. We send our condolences to you all during this difficult time and our thoughts are with you.
Love,
Melissa, Nick, Stella and Hugo Ruljancich
To Louis, Hamish, Dave and extended families. Our love and thoughts are with you all on the devastating news of Geraldines untimely passing. She was such a vibrant happy go lucky person whom we will remember with great fondness. Our deepest sympathy to you all love from Lynnie & Sambo .
To Louis, Hamish, David & extended families.
The Williamson family is saddened by the untimely death of Geraldine. She was a wonderful neighbour,dynamic, fun loving and committed to her family and business ventures. Dip Road parties will never be the same.
Love from Pam, Gerald, Peter & Christina
Dear Louie, Hamish and David,
Sending you all our love and support at his incredibly sad time. We are deeply shocked and saddened to hear of Geraldine’s passing. She was so full of life and vitality. Lots of love, Darren and Tania Sutherland. Xxxxx
Dear Louis, Hamish, Dave & extended families, we are sending love & condolences to you all. We are shocked & devasted by the news of Geraldines passing. What a wonderful, cheerful lady who lit up a room, whenever she entered. Kindest regards & love from Nola, Allan & all the Robinson families x
To Louis, Hamish and Dave, sending sincerest condolences on the passing of Geraldine. She had an instant impact on our Nuffield experience during our time in Turkey in 2016. She was great fun to be around and took great care of us all particularly when it came to making sure we were all well hydrated. God bless her soul. John Keely (India GFP 2016)
To Louis, Hamish and Dave, sending our sincere condolences on the passing of Geraldine, we are so saddened and shocked by this news, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love Nick and Maree Hunter and family
Dear Louis, Hamish and Dave. Our sincere sympathy on the loss of your beautiful wife and mother, Geraldine. Our hearts break for you as we all come to terms with the sudden loss of a special lady respected by all. We will miss her dearly as a friend and neighbour. That beautiful smile and gorgeous laugh will stay with us forever. Sleep peacefully Geraldine as you join the angels and fly high in the heavens.
All our love Lorraine and Graeme, Shane and Dawn and family 🍷