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CLAPHAM, Daniel James

Born June 5, 1989. Passed away September 1, 2024.


Bro. Gone to the Grand Lodge Above
Much loved son of Denise and Kerry
Loved brother of Jacob and Katya

L’ hitraot “until we meet again”

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The Funeral Mass for DANIEL will be offered at St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Lava Street, Warrnambool on MONDAY (September 16) commencing at 1.00p.m.

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

Please click on this link to watch Daniel's Funeral Service stream 

Funeral notice


Service

Monday September 16, 2024, 1:00pm

Cemetery location

Tower Hill Cemetery, Settlers Lane, Illowa

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  1. Dear Denise, Kerry,Jacob, Katya,My prayers are with you all, his family, his friends. This very sad news was heartbreaking.
    My deepest Sympathys to you. Forever in your hearts. In Gods Care now.
    Hilda Cook and Family

    Hilda Cook

    September 20, 2024 6:46 pm

  2. Our thoughts are with you all at this very sad time.
    Michael and Denise Mugavin.

    Denise Mugavin

    September 17, 2024 8:02 am

  3. Bro Daniel was a man of great integrity and kindness, deeply respected within our Masonic community. His memory will remain in the hearts of all who knew him. May you find peace and comfort in the cherished memories you shared together.

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of grief.

    Williamstown Lodge #16

    Sudarshan Ramakrishnan

    September 16, 2024 2:56 pm

  4. In the silence of the Temple's light,
    A brother ascends beyond the night.
    Through pillars tall and paths unknown,
    He finds the mysteries, once seeds now sown.

    As the compass spins, the square aligns,
    He journeys where no shadow binds.
    Beyond the veil, beyond the wall,
    To the Pleroma, the source of all.

    He spoke of Sophia, wisdom’s grace,
    The fallen spark, the endless chase.
    From darkness sprung, yet yearning bright,
    He sought the truth in endless flight.

    Like the Master Builder in his craft,
    He shaped the world, both fore and aft.
    A soul enlightened, now set free,
    He walks the stars, eternally.

    The Great Architect, with gentle hand,
    Welcomes him to the promised land.
    Where knowledge flows, and Light is clear,
    Daniel, our brother, you are near.

    Though oceans wide between us lay,
    Your light shone bright, across the way.
    From distant shores, you touched us all,
    Your presence missed in every hall.

    To friends and family, hearts entwined,
    Your spirit’s warmth, forever kind.
    You’ll be missed from France to distant skies,
    Until we meet where no one dies.

    Caïn Leinekugel

    September 16, 2024 1:00 pm

  5. A warm hand on your shoulder; a firm grip of your hand or a close hug. Are these things enough to help you with your grief? If so, I give them. Valé Daniel. ‘So Mote It Be’

    Richard Ziegeler

    September 16, 2024 8:38 am

  6. Heartfelt sympathy to you all, Kerry, Denise, Jacob and Katya. We are so saddened to hear of Daniel's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. From Alan & Kathy Snell and family

    Kathy Snell

    September 15, 2024 8:18 pm

  7. Our heartfelt sympathy to Denise , Kerry, Jacob & Katya on the heartbreaking loss of Daniel.
    With love from Maryanne, Anthony and all the Finnigan family. Xx

    Maryanne Evans

    September 15, 2024 7:31 pm

  8. Deepest Sympathy Denise and Kerry and family on the loss of your. Beautiful son.....in Gods Care..Geraldine (Gleeson) Peter Rachel John Melican

    Geraldine Peter Melican

    September 15, 2024 6:24 pm

  9. Beautiful memories of a kind & loving man..
    Our deepest love to Denise, Kerry,Jacob & Katya.
    Carmel & Johno
    🌹🌹

    Carmel Hards

    September 12, 2024 7:20 pm

  10. Dear Denise, Kerry, Jacob, my deepest sympathy to you all….
    Fiona Scott

    Fiona Scott

    September 12, 2024 6:13 pm

  11. Condolences to Denise & Kerry.
    Thinking of you both at this time. 💔

    Gary HUMM

    September 12, 2024 10:19 am

  12. Loving thoughts to Kerry,Denise,Jacob and Katya on the passing Daniel, fond memories of Chris growing up with Daniel, Peter,Kerrin and Family

    Kerrin Earls

    September 12, 2024 9:10 am

  13. So sorry to hear the sad news about Daniel. Hold dear the special memories you created together as you walk this very difficult journey.
    Love Jeanette and Ian Hodges,
    (and Mavis Bourke) XX
    (Mum reminisced with me today the joy Daniel showed as a baby when she played ‘round and round the garden’ with him.)

    Jeanette Hodges

    September 11, 2024 8:21 pm

  14. Daniel had a smile that shone and lit up the room when he walked in.His gentle caring and loving nature is his legacy. Our deepest sympathy to Kerry Denise and Jacob .
    Ev and Jason Hall

    Ev Hall

    September 11, 2024 2:14 pm

  15. My deepest condolences to your family. I only met Daniel a few times and he was such a wonderful man. Take care of yourselves

    Onder Mete

    September 10, 2024 4:43 pm

  16. To Kerry, Denise & Jacob.
    Our thoughts are with you all on the sad loss of your son & brother Daniel. May you have many happy memories to share to help ease the pain of his passing.

    Stephen & Helen Kelly & family.

    Helen Kelly

    September 10, 2024 3:26 pm

  17. On behalf of the Worshipful Master Officers and Brethren of the Williamstown Lodge we offer our condolences to Daniel's extended family on his passing.
    SMIB

    Terry John Clifton

    September 10, 2024 11:44 am

  18. Thinking of you in this time of sorrow and loss. Jeremy has many fond memories of growing up with Daniel and is deeply saddened to hear of your loss.
    Mick, Angela, Jeremy,Laura and Sophie Sully.

    Angela Sully

    September 10, 2024 8:03 am

  19. Our. Loving thoughts Denise Kerry Jacob Katya and all the famil y on the loss of a. Kind. Loving boy Judy and Harry schonewille and family xxxx

    Judy Schonewille

    September 09, 2024 8:26 am

  20. Sending all our love. Many fond memories of Daniel as a child playing across the yard and all the mischief that was caused. Daniel will be missed greatly from myself and my children.
    Much love, rochelle, nathan, and children. Xx

    Rochelle

    September 08, 2024 11:08 pm

  21. So sorry to hear the sad news of Daniel’s passing. My thoughts are with you all

    Annette Kelson

    September 08, 2024 9:24 pm

  22. Deepest sympathies to all the family on this sad loss, thinking of you all
    Jan ONeill and families

    Jan ONeill

    September 08, 2024 9:23 am

  23. Deepest sympathy to Kerry, Denise, Jacob and Katya on the sad passing of Daniel. Wonderful memories of Daniel growing up as our neighbor. Your smile and kind nature will never be forgotten. Sending all our love and thinking of all the family. 💐XXXX.

    Val Tanner and family.

    Val Tanner

    September 07, 2024 11:08 pm

  24. Deepest sympathies to all the family at this sad time, thinking of you all

    Jan O'Neill and families

    Jan ONeill

    September 06, 2024 5:03 pm

  25. Sending our heartfelt condolences to Denise, Kerry, Jacob and Katya and the many family and friends who knew and loved Daniel. Such fond memories of him as a young boy at St Pius and Emmanuel College. A beautiful young man who will always be held close in the hearts of those who love him.
    Ar dheis de go rating a anam
    The Lane and Whelan Family Ireland

    Sharon Lane

    September 06, 2024 4:23 pm

  26. My Deepest Sympathies to you all,Thinking of you at this very sad time.Lorraine Frewin & Family.

    Lorraine Frewin

    September 06, 2024 12:07 pm

  27. We’re so sorry to hear this sad news. Our deepest sympathies to Denise, Kerry, Jacob, Katya and families.
    Brian, Marlene Riordan and family x

    Marlen Riordan

    September 06, 2024 11:58 am

  28. Thinking of you all.

    Sally Pymer

    September 06, 2024 10:38 am

  29. Condolences to Kerry, Denise, their siblings and families.

    Peter Cleary

    September 06, 2024 12:11 am

  30. Our Heartfelt Sympathy and thoughts are with you Denise , Kerry , Jacob and Katya at this sad time xx

    Sue - Emma and Jed Miller

    Sue Miller

    September 05, 2024 8:44 pm