Victoria Stephenson 3 December, 1940 – 12 September, 2013
CONTRIBUTE
TO MEMORY TIMELINE
March 2011, Bonnie Doon, Good times with Mathew and Andrea, whilst staying with them in Australia.
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We have so many fond memories of our times spent with Mum and Dad on holidays at Broadbeach. We have spent so many great occasions relaxing over a BBQ or going to the beach. This photo is a great reminder of all of the happy family times we have spent together.
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Mums favourite flowers were always red roses. Thinking and loving you always. Margaret x
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"So sorry to hear about your loss. Words cannot express the sadness we felt when we found out that Victoria was so unwell. She was a kind hearted, generous woman who always had time for the people she loved. Our lives will not be the same without her in it. Missing you already."
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"Mum, you have had an incredible influence on my, Tom's and the grandkids lives and we are all going to miss you terribly. Olivia and Jessie think the world of their Nanna and are going to miss all the fun activities you did with them. You were the best mother and grandmother anyone could ask for and you will remain in our hearts forever. Love Margaret. xox"
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"Miss you so much Mum, life won't be the same without you in it! Rest in Peace. We will always miss you. Sue xox"
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"Nanna I love you so much. I will miss being able to share fun times with you. I am honoured to have you as my very special Nanna. You will always be in my thoughts. Hopefully you are at peace with Poppy Bill. Felix xo"
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"This is my favourite photo of you and Dad. I will never forget the good times we all shared. It seems like only yesterday that we were at this spot, together as a family. You were an inspiring and amazing individual and I will cherish the beautiful memories you gave us. Love you always, Justin. xx"
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"Nanna my memories of you will stay with me forever. We have shared so many great times together. You had a beautiful personality and such a caring way. You may be gone now, but I will remember you always. \r\nLove you Nanna Vicki From Olivia x"
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"My sincere condolences to all Victoria's family. Victoria was a beautiful person, loved and cherished by all who were privileged to know her."
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"My beautiful Nana, I am missing you so much. You are on my mind and in my heart every day. I love you to the moon and back. xxoo"
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"I will miss our times mulling over the crossword. These times together were great. Thinking of all your family at this sad time."
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"Victoria you were a delightful friend who was always there when needed.\r\nI will miss our weekly chats and catch-up. Love to your family and know that we have you all in our Prayers.\r\n\r\nJill & John"
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"Victoria we will miss you each week for our golf game. We have been playing together now for 26 years and not seeing you every week will hurt deeply. Our weekly crew were devastated to hear the news of your passing.\r\n\r\nJoanne"
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"Victoria was a dear friend and we want you all to know that we will be thinking of you as we can't attend the funeral as we are currently interstate.\r\n\r\nTom & Claire Nelson"
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"We love you Nana and will never forget you. We loved to share times with you and Pop.\r\n\r\nRest in peace"
"Victoria you were a beautiful lady that Betty and I enjoyed spending time with. Always a pleasure to be around. A cheery smile and warm welcome was always forthcoming.\n\nYou will be missed by all those that knew you.\n\nMichael & Betty x"
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"Rest in peace Victoria. The world is a sadder place for you not being a part of it.\r\n\r\nSteve x"
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"Victoria was a wonderful person and great friend. Always there to show her support to those around her.\r\n\r\nWill be sadly missed.\r\n\r\nMaria and Tony Vinotto"
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"Nana, you were a very special person in my life and I will always miss you. You will be remembered with loved and rest in peace."
"Aunty Victoria was a kind and generous person who will be missed at our family gatherings. I remember the very special times we spent together and the beautiful memories I will have always."
"Mum you were such a beautiful and loving person and I will miss your influence on me through life's journey.\r\n\r\nRest in peace.\r\n\r\nJustin"
"Nana there are so many things that I miss about you. You are remembered with love.\r\n\r\nKelly xo"
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"You often pop in to my thoughts Mum. Really miss you and I love you forever.\r\n\r\nMargaret x"
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"Always missing you Mum. Your ever present smile is something that I miss enormously. Always love you.\r\n\r\nJustin"
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Here's my tribute to Victoria - what a beautiful friend to both myself and my wife Suzanne. Roger
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Mum just wanted to add one of my favourite photos of you as I was thinking of you over the Mother's Day weekend. Marg x
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"Nana you were wonderful to be around and always so caring and considerate. Us grandkids will miss you but know that we all love you."
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"Mum, you have had an incredible influence on my, Tom's and the grandkids lives and we are all going to miss you terribly. Olivia and Jessie think the world of their Nanna and are going to miss all the fun activities you did with them. You were the best mother and grandmother anyone could ask for and you will remain in our hearts forever. Love Margaret. xox"
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"Nana you have been an incredible influence on my life. I miss you every single day. Always in our thoughts.\n\nJulia x"
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"I have a wonderful collection of memories and times we have shared over our 30 year friendship.\n\nRest in peace Victoria."
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"Mum, you have had an incredible influence on my, Tom's and the grandkids lives and we are all going to miss you terribly. Olivia and Jessie think the world of their Nanna and are going to miss all the fun activities you did with them. You were the best mother and grandmother anyone could ask for and you will remain in our hearts forever. Love Margaret. xox"
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"Mum, you have had an incredible influence on my, Tom's and the grandkids lives and we are all going to miss you terribly. Olivia and Jessie think the world of their Nanna and are going to miss all the fun activities you did with them. You were the best mother and grandmother anyone could ask for and you will remain in our hearts forever. Love Margaret. xox"
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"Mum, you have had an incredible influence on my, Tom's and the grandkids lives and we are all going to miss you terribly. Olivia and Jessie think the world of their Nanna and are going to miss all the fun activities you did with them. You were the best mother and grandmother anyone could ask for and you will remain in our hearts forever. Love Margaret. xox"
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"Mum, you have had an incredible influence on my, Tom's and the grandkids lives and we are all going to miss you terribly. Olivia and Jessie think the world of their Nanna and are going to miss all the fun activities you did with them. You were the best mother and grandmother anyone could ask for and you will remain in our hearts forever. Love Margaret. xox"
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"\"Our thoughts and Prayers are with Zia Angelina and Family \nMay Zio Nuzzo Rest In Peace .\nMuch Love to you all \nLivio and Laura\""
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"Thinking of you all at this time as you celebrate the life of your beautiful father Mercil and family. Wrapping our arms around you all and praying for strength. \n\nMuch love, The Fuller Family (Michael, Jo, Esther, Ingrid & Lil) xx"
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We had a wonderful time with Roger at Sydney 2007 Conference when the findings/abstracts of the research he funded and supervised on HIV in FSW in Jos were presented.
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We had a wonderful time with Roger at Sydney 2007 Conference when the findings/abstracts of the research he funded and supervised on HIV in FSW in Jos were presented.
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Thank you all for coming today to pay your respects to my very special Mum, Victoria. I know Mum would be touched by how many people are present today. Those close to her are not surprised because she provided so much love and friendship to so many people over her lifetime.
Mum kept positive about life right until the end. She fought extremely hard through her last stages of cancer and we wish to acknowledge the incredible care and support that Doctor Fitzpatrick and the staff at Mary MacKillop Aged Care provided — in particular thank you to Susan and Tom. You are all very special people.
Mum was the first born child to Brian and Barbara Stephenson in Berri in 1935. Then over the next 8 years her siblings Andrew, Kerri and Justine were born.
Schooling for Mum was at the local schools where she achieved above average marks. Upon leaving school she joined McCarthy Accountancy Firm in Berri. At the time she didn't know it but that decision was to change her life. She met and fell in love with Dad who was one of the junior Accountants at the firm who went on to become a Principal.
A couple of years later they married and moved to Renmark. They then started their family shortly after. Margaret was the first born in 1958, myself in 1961, Phillip in 1963 and then Sue in 1966. Four kids under 8! We went on to enjoy many family times together and some wonderful holidays to Broadbeach, Noosa, Caloundra, Coolum, Sydney, Fiji, New Zealand, Melbourne, Adelaide and only a couple of years ago all of us kids and grandchildren were delighted when Mum and Dad said that they would join us in New York for 2 weeks. We all had a wonderful time together, so many laughs and the opportunity to enjoy one another's company. This was to be the last of our family holidays as Dad died only a few months later and then not long after Dad died Mum was diagnosed with cancer.
Mum was an avid gardener and together with Dad would spend endless hours looking after their beautiful Garden at home. She enjoyed her morning swim at either the beach or in the family pool. She and Dad enjoyed walking, playing golf with many of their friends, doing the crossword together and enjoying a glass or two of Sauvignon Blanc or a cocktail on the balcony.
Mum had a wonderful group of friends, including close friends Tom and Claire Nelson, William and Judith Hayley and Kate and John Williamson. Our families shared many Christmas camping trips at Moreton Bay by the beach. Endless days in the water, BBQ dinners, lots of cricket, footy, cards and soaking up the sun.
Mum was delighted when the grandkids entered her life. She would happily babysit them, play games with them, teach them, pass on her wisdom to them but above all she provided them with unconditional love, support and friendship throughout their lives. Jessie, Lily, Olivia, Felix, Sam, Emma and Charlotte are all going to miss their Nana but they will never forget the influence she have had on their lives.
Losing a loved one is the most difficult thing we can go through and Mum I already miss you and know that I will have you in my thoughts every day.
I wish to finish my eulogy by saying:
My mother was one of the most beautiful and amazing people I have ever met and will probably ever meet. She had an incredible impact on my life and who I am today, her values are the same values that I try and live by. She spent her life caring for others; she never put herself before others. She would often go out of her way to extend love and support to those who were in need. I knew I could approach her no matter what the reason or circumstance and that she would provide the support I needed. I loved her with all my heart and will truly miss her.
Rest in peace Mum now that you are reunited with Dad, the love of your life.
Justin x
Kerri was too distraught to speak at her sister's funeral but has posted this tribute.
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Peter holding my daughter Amelia, the day she was borne. 21 years ago! View full message
Tom Orchard
March 2011, Bonnie Doon, Good times with Mathew and Andrea, whilst staying with them in Australia. View full message
Romany and Stephen Nolan
We have so many fond memories of our times spent with Mum and Dad on holidays at Broadbeach. We have spent so many great occasions relaxing over a BBQ or going to the beach. This photo is a great reminder of all of the happy family times we have spent together. View full message
Margaret Stephenson
Mums favourite flowers were always red roses. Thinking and loving you always. Margaret x View full message
Margaret Stephenson
"Nana, we love you so much. You will always be in our hearts and memories.\r\n\r\nLove\r\nLil x" View full message
"Mum we can't believe you have gone. You were an amazing Mother, Wife, Grandmother. We will miss you everyday.\r\n\r\nMarg x" View full message
"So sorry to hear about your loss. Words cannot express the sadness we felt when we found out that Victoria was so unwell. She was a kind hearted, generous woman who always had time for the people she loved. Our lives will not be the same without her in it. Missing you already." View full message
"Mum, you have had an incredible influence on my, Tom's and the grandkids lives and we are all going to miss you terribly. Olivia and Jessie think the world of their Nanna and are going to miss all the fun activities you did with them. You were the best mother and grandmother anyone could ask for and you will remain in our hearts forever. Love Margaret. xox" View full message
Margaret Stephenson
"Miss you so much Mum, life won't be the same without you in it! Rest in Peace. We will always miss you. Sue xox" View full message
"Nanna I love you so much. I will miss being able to share fun times with you. I am honoured to have you as my very special Nanna. You will always be in my thoughts. Hopefully you are at peace with Poppy Bill. Felix xo" View full message
"This is my favourite photo of you and Dad. I will never forget the good times we all shared. It seems like only yesterday that we were at this spot, together as a family. You were an inspiring and amazing individual and I will cherish the beautiful memories you gave us. Love you always, Justin. xx" View full message
Justin Stephenson
"Nanna my memories of you will stay with me forever. We have shared so many great times together. You had a beautiful personality and such a caring way. You may be gone now, but I will remember you always. \r\nLove you Nanna Vicki From Olivia x" View full message
Olivia Stephenson
"My sincere condolences to all Victoria's family. Victoria was a beautiful person, loved and cherished by all who were privileged to know her." View full message
George Miles
"My beautiful Nana, I am missing you so much. You are on my mind and in my heart every day. I love you to the moon and back. xxoo" View full message
"I will miss our times mulling over the crossword. These times together were great. Thinking of all your family at this sad time."
"Victoria you were a delightful friend who was always there when needed.\r\nI will miss our weekly chats and catch-up. Love to your family and know that we have you all in our Prayers.\r\n\r\nJill & John" View full message
"Victoria we will miss you each week for our golf game. We have been playing together now for 26 years and not seeing you every week will hurt deeply. Our weekly crew were devastated to hear the news of your passing.\r\n\r\nJoanne" View full message
"Victoria was a dear friend and we want you all to know that we will be thinking of you as we can't attend the funeral as we are currently interstate.\r\n\r\nTom & Claire Nelson" View full message
Tom & Claire Nelson"We love you Nana and will never forget you. We loved to share times with you and Pop.\r\n\r\nRest in peace" Read full message here.
"Nana, I love you with all my heart. Missing you always.\r\n\r\nJulia x" View full message
Julia Stephenson
"Nana,\r\n\r\nWe Love You\r\nWe Remember You\r\nWe laughed lots with You\r\nWe were inspired by You\r\n\r\nFelix x" View full message
"Victoria you were a beautiful lady that Betty and I enjoyed spending time with. Always a pleasure to be around. A cheery smile and warm welcome was always forthcoming.\n\nYou will be missed by all those that knew you.\n\nMichael & Betty x"
"Rest in peace Victoria. The world is a sadder place for you not being a part of it.\r\n\r\nSteve x" View full message
"Victoria was a wonderful person and great friend. Always there to show her support to those around her.\r\n\r\nWill be sadly missed.\r\n\r\nMaria and Tony Vinotto" View full message
"Nana, you were a very special person in my life and I will always miss you. You will be remembered with loved and rest in peace." Read full message here.
"Aunty Victoria was a kind and generous person who will be missed at our family gatherings. I remember the very special times we spent together and the beautiful memories I will have always." Read full message here.
"Mum you were such a beautiful and loving person and I will miss your influence on me through life's journey.\r\n\r\nRest in peace.\r\n\r\nJustin" Read full message here.
"Nana there are so many things that I miss about you. You are remembered with love.\r\n\r\nKelly xo" View full message
"You often pop in to my thoughts Mum. Really miss you and I love you forever.\r\n\r\nMargaret x" View full message
"Always missing you Mum. Your ever present smile is something that I miss enormously. Always love you.\r\n\r\nJustin" View full message
Here's my tribute to Victoria - what a beautiful friend to both myself and my wife Suzanne. Roger
Mum just wanted to add one of my favourite photos of you as I was thinking of you over the Mother's Day weekend. Marg x View full message
Margaret Stephenson
"Nana you were wonderful to be around and always so caring and considerate. Us grandkids will miss you but know that we all love you." View full message
"Mum, you have had an incredible influence on my, Tom's and the grandkids lives and we are all going to miss you terribly. Olivia and Jessie think the world of their Nanna and are going to miss all the fun activities you did with them. You were the best mother and grandmother anyone could ask for and you will remain in our hearts forever. Love Margaret. xox" View full message
"Nana you have been an incredible influence on my life. I miss you every single day. Always in our thoughts.\n\nJulia x" View full message
"I have a wonderful collection of memories and times we have shared over our 30 year friendship.\n\nRest in peace Victoria." View full message
"Mum, you have had an incredible influence on my, Tom's and the grandkids lives and we are all going to miss you terribly. Olivia and Jessie think the world of their Nanna and are going to miss all the fun activities you did with them. You were the best mother and grandmother anyone could ask for and you will remain in our hearts forever. Love Margaret. xox" View full message
"Victoria you were such a beautiful and thoughtful friend and one I will will miss every day." View full message
"Victoria all of your friends at the Golf Club will miss you. You have been a wonderful friend and we will miss you at our weekly Wednesday round."
"Mum, you have had an incredible influence on my, Tom's and the grandkids lives and we are all going to miss you terribly. Olivia and Jessie think the world of their Nanna and are going to miss all the fun activities you did with them. You were the best mother and grandmother anyone could ask for and you will remain in our hearts forever. Love Margaret. xox" View full message
"Lovely tribute to Mum from our wonderful friend Roger."
"Mum, you have had an incredible influence on my, Tom's and the grandkids lives and we are all going to miss you terribly. Olivia and Jessie think the world of their Nanna and are going to miss all the fun activities you did with them. You were the best mother and grandmother anyone could ask for and you will remain in our hearts forever. Love Margaret. xox" View full message
"A wonderful collection of photos to reflect on Victoria's wonderful life."
"What a special lady you were Victoria. Missed and loved by so many people. Rest in peace."
"Missing you. You are always in my thoughts. Friday night drinks haven't ever been same without you there."
"Mum, you have had an incredible influence on my, Tom's and the grandkids lives and we are all going to miss you terribly. Olivia and Jessie think the world of their Nanna and are going to miss all the fun activities you did with them. You were the best mother and grandmother anyone could ask for and you will remain in our hearts forever. Love Margaret. xox" View full message
"\"Our thoughts and Prayers are with Zia Angelina and Family \nMay Zio Nuzzo Rest In Peace .\nMuch Love to you all \nLivio and Laura\""
"Thinking of you all at this time as you celebrate the life of your beautiful father Mercil and family. Wrapping our arms around you all and praying for strength. \n\nMuch love, The Fuller Family (Michael, Jo, Esther, Ingrid & Lil) xx"
We had a wonderful time with Roger at Sydney 2007 Conference when the findings/abstracts of the research he funded and supervised on HIV in FSW in Jos were presented. View full message
Godwin Imade, Matthew Grigg & Solomon Sagay
We had a wonderful time with Roger at Sydney 2007 Conference when the findings/abstracts of the research he funded and supervised on HIV in FSW in Jos were presented. View full message
Godwin Imade, Matthew Grigg & Solomon Sagay
Thank you all for coming today to pay your respects to my very special Mum, Victoria. I know Mum would be touched by how many people are present today. Those close to her are not surprised because she provided so much love and friendship to so many people over her lifetime.
Mum kept positive about life right until the end. She fought extremely hard through her last stages of cancer and we wish to acknowledge the incredible care and support that Doctor Fitzpatrick and the staff at Mary MacKillop Aged Care provided — in particular thank you to Susan and Tom. You are all very special people.
Mum was the first born child to Brian and Barbara Stephenson in Berri in 1935. Then over the next 8 years her siblings Andrew, Kerri and Justine were born.
Schooling for Mum was at the local schools where she achieved above average marks. Upon leaving school she joined McCarthy Accountancy Firm in Berri. At the time she didn't know it but that decision was to change her life. She met and fell in love with Dad who was one of the junior Accountants at the firm who went on to become a Principal.
A couple of years later they married and moved to Renmark. They then started their family shortly after. Margaret was the first born in 1958, myself in 1961, Phillip in 1963 and then Sue in 1966. Four kids under 8! We went on to enjoy many family times together and some wonderful holidays to Broadbeach, Noosa, Caloundra, Coolum, Sydney, Fiji, New Zealand, Melbourne, Adelaide and only a couple of years ago all of us kids and grandchildren were delighted when Mum and Dad said that they would join us in New York for 2 weeks. We all had a wonderful time together, so many laughs and the opportunity to enjoy one another's company. This was to be the last of our family holidays as Dad died only a few months later and then not long after Dad died Mum was diagnosed with cancer.
Mum was an avid gardener and together with Dad would spend endless hours looking after their beautiful Garden at home. She enjoyed her morning swim at either the beach or in the family pool. She and Dad enjoyed walking, playing golf with many of their friends, doing the crossword together and enjoying a glass or two of Sauvignon Blanc or a cocktail on the balcony.
Mum had a wonderful group of friends, including close friends Tom and Claire Nelson, William and Judith Hayley and Kate and John Williamson. Our families shared many Christmas camping trips at Moreton Bay by the beach. Endless days in the water, BBQ dinners, lots of cricket, footy, cards and soaking up the sun.
Mum was delighted when the grandkids entered her life. She would happily babysit them, play games with them, teach them, pass on her wisdom to them but above all she provided them with unconditional love, support and friendship throughout their lives. Jessie, Lily, Olivia, Felix, Sam, Emma and Charlotte are all going to miss their Nana but they will never forget the influence she have had on their lives.
Losing a loved one is the most difficult thing we can go through and Mum I already miss you and know that I will have you in my thoughts every day.
I wish to finish my eulogy by saying:
My mother was one of the most beautiful and amazing people I have ever met and will probably ever meet. She had an incredible impact on my life and who I am today, her values are the same values that I try and live by. She spent her life caring for others; she never put herself before others. She would often go out of her way to extend love and support to those who were in need. I knew I could approach her no matter what the reason or circumstance and that she would provide the support I needed. I loved her with all my heart and will truly miss her.
Rest in peace Mum now that you are reunited with Dad, the love of your life.
Justin x Read full eulogy here.