KELSON, Malcolm Maurice “Tubby”
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.
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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.
Tributes
Leave a tributeDeepest sympathy to Ann, Tania, Jodie and families on the sad loss of Tubby. Love and thoughts are with you all.💔
September 04, 2025 10:58 pm
Dear Ann, Tanya and Jodie a family much love on the parting of Tubby 💓💓 Marnie and family xxx
September 04, 2025 1:35 pm
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.September 04, 2025 1:20 pm
Deepest sypthney to Ann Tania Jodie and thier families .GEORGE and Janeece Noonan.
September 04, 2025 1:18 pm
Deepest sypthney to Ann Tania Jodie and thier families .GEORGE and Janeece Noonan.
September 04, 2025 1:17 pm
Deepest sympathy to Ann, Tanya, Jodie and family. Many fond memories of Tubby at Dennington football and cricket. RIP Tubby.
September 04, 2025 12:14 pm
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.September 04, 2025 11:01 am
Sorry you had to go through such a tough courageous battle Tubby you sure were a top mate Rest easy my Friend Bob
September 04, 2025 9:42 am
Deepest sympathy on the passing of Tubby, fun memories of his cheeky character during the Shamrock day.
Thinking of you all
JanSeptember 03, 2025 4:39 pm
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 🥀🥀🥀
September 03, 2025 2:58 pm
Sincere condolences to Ann & family on the loss of Tubby. Ray & Sandra Broderick Gold Coast
September 03, 2025 12:50 pm
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.September 03, 2025 12:10 pm
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.
September 03, 2025 11:48 am
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
September 02, 2025 9:44 pm
To Auntie Ann, Cousins Tania and Jodi. Deepest sympathy on the passing of Uncle Tubby.
Fond memories.September 02, 2025 6:27 pm
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.💙💔
September 02, 2025 5:37 pm
Will miss you Great man, especially your wise words on all to do with wicket preparation, and run making. Jamie, Kate, Maggie and Wil
September 02, 2025 11:40 am
Remember when he came to the Warrnambool market with his footy cards doing the swaps with as great man
September 02, 2025 9:39 am
Dear Jodie and family. Deepest Sympathy on the loss of your Tubby. Thinking of you all...x
Toni and family
September 02, 2025 6:03 am
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.
September 01, 2025 6:31 pm
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
September 01, 2025 4:27 pm
Condolences to Ann.Tania.Jodi and families thinking of you all from Herbie.Pauline and girls 🌹🌹
September 01, 2025 3:57 pm
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
September 01, 2025 3:51 pm