Malcolm "Tubby" Maurice KELSON

Passed away peacefully at Lyndoch Living on August 30, 2025.

Aged 77 years

Loving husband of Ann.

Loving father and father-in-law of Tania and Neil, Jodi and Shane.

Adored Pa of Jordan and Olivia, Chloe, James and Chezanne, and friend of Leatham and Darcy.

Loving son of Ned and Bessie (both deceased) and little brother of Margaret (dec.), Bill,
Ronald (dec.) and their families.

*****

The Funeral Liturgy for MALCOLM will be held at St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Lava Street, Warrnambool on THURSDAY (September 4) commencing at 2.00pm

The cortège will leave the Church at the conclusion of Funeral Liturgy for the
Tower Hill Cemetery.

Please click this link to view the livestream of Malcolm’s Funeral Liturgy.

Funeral Notice

ServiceSeptember 4, 2025 - 2:00 pmLava Street Warrnambool, VIC View MapVenue: St Josephs Catholic Church

Tributes

  1. Deepest sympathy to Ann, Tania, Jodie and families on the sad loss of Tubby. Love and thoughts are with you all.💔

    Cindy Gilmour September 4, 2025
  2. Dear Ann, Tanya and Jodie a family much love on the parting of Tubby 💓💓 Marnie and family xxx

    Marnie Rowe September 4, 2025
  3. Such a sad loss for all that knew Tubby, he was such a great man who will be fondly remembered.
    Deepest sympathy to Ann, Jodi and families.

    Patreena Kelly September 4, 2025
  4. Deepest sypthney to Ann Tania Jodie and thier families .GEORGE and Janeece Noonan.

    George Noonan September 4, 2025
  5. Deepest sypthney to Ann Tania Jodie and thier families .GEORGE and Janeece Noonan.

    George Noonan September 4, 2025
  6. Deepest sympathy to Ann, Tanya, Jodie and family. Many fond memories of Tubby at Dennington football and cricket. RIP Tubby.

    Clare Clarke September 4, 2025
  7. Aunty Ann, cousins Tania and Jodi.
    Prayers are with you at this sad time. Remember Uncle Tubby as the footy enthusiast and mad stamp collector.
    Love to all.

    Karen Garton September 4, 2025
  8. Sorry you had to go through such a tough courageous battle Tubby you sure were a top mate Rest easy my Friend Bob

    Bob Malady September 4, 2025
  9. Deepest sympathy on the passing of Tubby, fun memories of his cheeky character during the Shamrock day.

    Thinking of you all
    Jan

    Jan Mackenzie September 3, 2025
  10. Anne & all the Kelson family, so sorry to hear this sad news, Terry talked about ‘Tubby’ with great memories of the ‘Dennington Boys’ back in the 40s, 50s, 60s with many great times had by all, thoughts with you all, Sharon & Terry (passed) Boswell 🥀🥀🥀

    Sharon Boswell September 3, 2025
  11. Sincere condolences to Ann & family on the loss of Tubby. Ray & Sandra Broderick Gold Coast

    Ray Broderick September 3, 2025
  12. Ann & Family our sincere condolences on the loss of a wonderful man. Always on for a chat, family, cricket, football, horses and I loved our time together working on the wicket at Dennington.
    Sadly missed, rest peacefully Tubby.

    Darryl Gunther September 3, 2025
  13. To Ann, Jodi, Tania and families,

    Deepest sympathy on the sad loss of Malcolm. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.

    Clare Gleeson.

    Clare Gleeson September 3, 2025
  14. Dear Ann, Tania, Jodi and Family,

    We were so sorry to hear about Tubby’s passing. Please accept our deepest condolences. He was a truly special person—kind, warm, and full of character—and he will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

    Our hearts go out to you during this incredibly difficult time. We hope you find comfort in the love you shared and the many cherished memories that will always live on in your hearts.

    Please know that we are thinking of you all and sending love, strength, and support.

    Jason (mongrel) and Anna McDonough and family

    McDonough family September 2, 2025
  15. To Auntie Ann, Cousins Tania and Jodi. Deepest sympathy on the passing of Uncle Tubby.
    Fond memories.

    Leon and Elizabeth Williams September 2, 2025
  16. To Ann Tania,Neil,Jodie,Shane,Jordan,Chloe James and Cheyenne, our thoughts are with on the loss of a dear husband ,father and grandfather.Our loved ones are only lent to us,Memories are forever.💙💔

    Lorraine, Louy Brendan Craig,Mark and families. September 2, 2025
  17. Will miss you Great man, especially your wise words on all to do with wicket preparation, and run making. Jamie, Kate, Maggie and Wil

    Jamie Fogarty September 2, 2025
  18. Remember when he came to the Warrnambool market with his footy cards doing the swaps with as great man

    Janine sheen September 2, 2025
  19. Dear Jodie and family. Deepest Sympathy on the loss of your Tubby. Thinking of you all…x

    Toni and family

    Toni Fox September 2, 2025
  20. Condolences to family and friends. Fond memories of watching Malcolm play footy at Dennington, then catching up with him in later years at the races.

    Peter Fletcher September 1, 2025
  21. So very sad to see the passing of Tubbie, an iconic figure at Dennington and a really great character at the Nestle’ factory. Heartfelt sympathies to Ann, Tania, Jodi and families

    Leon Maguire September 1, 2025
  22. Condolences to Ann.Tania.Jodi and families thinking of you all from Herbie.Pauline and girls 🌹🌹

    Pauline Elliott September 1, 2025
  23. To Ann and families deepest sympathy on the sad passing of tubby great friend and neighbour of 51 years will miss our front fence talks Kerry Glenda Sharna Jarrod and their families

    Kerry Moloney September 1, 2025