KELLY, Anthony George
Born April 16, 1963. Passed away November 29, 2024.
16.04.63 - 29.11.24
Loved husband of Sue.
Adored father and father-in-law of Georgia and Lachy, Tom and Rachel, and Sam.
Proud Pa of Mac.
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Family and friends of ANTHONY are invited to a Memorial Service to celebrate his life at the Easten Park Chapel, 271 Raglan Pde Warrnambool on MONDAY (December 9) commencing at 2.00p.m.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the SWH Palliative care team. Envelopes will be available at the Service.
Please click on this link to watch Anthony's Funeral Service stream
Funeral notice
Service
Monday December 09, 2024, 2:00pm
Tributes
Leave a tributeSincere sympathy to Sue and family.
From Gavin and Kerryn Arnott and familyDecember 12, 2024 7:50 am
Sincere sympathy to Sue and family.
Gavin and Kerryn Arnott and family.December 12, 2024 7:47 am
Sending our deepest condolences to Sue, Georgia, Tom, Sam and extended family.
You are all in our thoughts at this diffucult time.
Emilie & HairyDecember 09, 2024 2:12 pm
Dear Sue and family
We are very sad to hear of Tony's death. Tony has always been a great colleague and encouragement at the hospital. Always calm in a storm and able to find a smile to keep us going. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Don and Katherine StewartDecember 09, 2024 1:15 pm
Dear Sue, Georgia Lachie Tom Rachel & Sam.
So very sorry for the loss of Ant who was always so loving and welcoming when Rachel joined the family, thanks for being her second dad.
Love to the whole family on this loss way too soon.
Cathy Ron & Scott KoenigDecember 09, 2024 11:42 am
Anthony, Ant, Tony,Kel
“The King of Campfires”
We will never forget the memories and great times.
Condolences and love to Sue, Georgia, Lachlan & Mac, Tom & Rachael, Sam,The 4WD Crew:
Annette & Ray, Daph & Sean, Beth & Drew, Cheryl & Terry, Lindy & Stephen, Rose & Danny (dec), Felicity & Peter, Sonia & JohnDecember 09, 2024 9:54 am
To Sue and family,it has been an honour to know Ants,and was saddened to know he had passed. Will always remember his smile and the fight he gave to stay with you all. RIP.
December 08, 2024 6:27 pm
Dear Sue & family,
Sending our condolences to you all. Tony was instrumental in my career as a theatre nurse, moving me off the wards many years ago! His quiet nature and caring personality will be missed.
Naomi & Jason WaterfallDecember 08, 2024 5:58 pm
To Sue and family, so sorry for your loss. We worked with Tony for many years. Always approachable, kind and trying to improve things, all the time with a great sense of humour. Gone too soon.
Angela Dawson and Keith CroninDecember 08, 2024 4:54 pm
Sue, Georgia, Tom, Sam and extended families we extend our deepest sympathy and love on the passing of Ant. such a great bloke who always had a smile on his face. R.I.P. Ant.
Rod, Jenny & family.December 07, 2024 10:03 am
Anthony, Ant, Tony,Kel
“The King of Campfires”
We will never forget the memories and great times.
Condolences and love to Sue, Georgia, Lachlan & Mac, Tom & Rachael, Sam,The 4WD Crew:
Annette & Ray, Daph & Sean, Beth & Drew, Cheryl & Terry, Lindy & Stephen, Rose & Danny (dec), Felicity & PeterDecember 06, 2024 9:31 pm
Dear Sue and Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Please know that my thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
I have such fond memories of the hospital golf days and our football catch-ups in Melbourne. Those moments will always bring a smile when I think of them.
Tony will be sadly missed, and will never be forgotten
December 06, 2024 3:32 pm
Dear Sue and Family, condolences to you all at this difficult time. Tony was an amazing man, always up for a laugh. I owe my career as a theatre nurse to Tony, he gave me encouragement and his support which I will never forget. I sincerely hope that your memories of wonderful times will help a little to get you through this sad time. RIP Tony, gone too young.
Vicky Ezard xx
December 05, 2024 11:01 pm
Fondly remembered as an outstanding and caring Nurse.
88th PTS Hamilton Base Hospital 1.8.83 - 11.8.86December 05, 2024 11:24 am
Dear Sue & Family, such sad news. Thinking of you all and sending lots of love
December 05, 2024 11:10 am
Dear Sue, Georgia, Tom ,Sam & families.
Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Ant was such a lovely person.Our prayers & thoughts are with you at this time.
Julianne Jones Adana Kinsella & family.December 05, 2024 9:23 am
Dear Sue and family ,
Deepest Sympathy to you all on the loss of Tony.
My Boss and friend for 30 years.
To me he was always happy , funny , kind , encouraging and supportive.
RIP Tony .December 04, 2024 8:54 pm
Dear Sue and family, I am so sorry for your loss. The years go bye and time passes so quickly. As kids I saw a lot more of Ant and enjoyed the time we spent together. I have fond memories of just the two of us going bowling one time together. Ant had the biggest smile and his beautiful blue eyes.
I’m glad he had such a loving wife in you Sue and loving kids, Ant would of adored you all.
RIP AntDecember 04, 2024 8:36 pm
So saddened to hear of a fantastic mate of many years passing Ant. Spent many years laughing ,singing golfing , camping, and just having a ripper time with Ant and Suz,Jon,Jan, Donna,Shaz. It's with a very heavy heart I pass on my sincere condolences to Suzie , and all the families on this very difficult time. R.I P Ant , will have an Arra for ya mate.
December 04, 2024 2:21 pm
To Sue Georgia Tom Sam siblings
Family and Friends
Ant’s spirit and big smile will always be by your side.
Ant will be in the constellations,sunsets sunrises sea gardens and all of nature
Ant was so lucky to have met you Sue-
A life that was loved
Teen and Powell family
Powell familyDecember 04, 2024 10:15 am
Tony always a friendly smiling face Deepest sympathy to his family on his death A great loss to the nursing profession Rest in peace your job is done
December 03, 2024 10:15 pm
Rest in Peace George, enjoy the fishing Annie Bob and family x
December 03, 2024 8:30 pm
To Sue & Family, you are all in my thoughts & prayers. Tony was one of the best bosses I’ve ever had when I was Unit Secretary for 7 years in the Operating Theatre.
Cherished memories
Jo Bowden (Dowd)December 03, 2024 8:13 pm
To Suzie and family
Thinking of you all at this sad time. Sending all our love and prayers to you
Love Auntie Elsie, uncle Nug, Cathie & family, Wayne and Karene xxxxDecember 03, 2024 5:05 pm
Tony was a great person to work with. Many nursing Managment meetings were lightened by him making everyone laugh. Deepest sympathy to his family and friends .
December 03, 2024 5:01 pm
Dear Sue, Georgia, Tom,Sam,Lachy and Rachel,
Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this very sad and difficult time.
Ant (Tony) was a great friend to me over many years who will be sadly missed.
Love Paula ForanDecember 03, 2024 2:03 pm
Dear Sue & family, We are so sorry for your loss. Tony loved his family above all.
As a colleague he was a wealth of information to all, always thinking of solutions & looking ahead to the future needs of the department. Always calm in a storm.
As a friend he was great fun, big smile, loved a party, a dance & was always willing to help out.
He was a true friend and loyal colleague and will be sorely missed by many.December 03, 2024 1:29 pm
Dear Suzie, Georgia, Tom,Sam, partners and families.
We remember the shared smile and fabulous hugs.
Ant will always be remembered as hard working, honest and a respectable man as a husband,father and for our family a great friend. How lucky we were to have known someone like Ant.
Sincerest thoughts and much love.
Bernie and Bruce Tichnon & Family XXXDecember 03, 2024 11:59 am
To Sue, Georgia, Tom, Sam and partners deepest condolences on the passing of Anthony - a husband, father and friend to many.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers as you now navigate a new normal.
take care
Mary McLeod xDecember 03, 2024 10:59 am
To Sue and family, deepest sympathy to you all on your loss of Tony. I worked with Tony for many years and always found him to be a kind ,caring and compassionate man. He was always dedicated and diligent about his work, seeking to find ways to improve and maintain a high standard of operating room management. Rest in peace now Tony .
Lauren kingDecember 03, 2024 9:24 am
To Sue and family. So sorry for your loss. A good man and old friend gone far too soon. Rest in peace old mate.
December 03, 2024 6:59 am
Dear Sue and family. Tony was instrumental in my career and supported me as a colleague and friend. Many a laugh but also wise words. Brillant at his job and a devoted family man. He will be missed greatly.
December 02, 2024 5:36 pm