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NICHOLSON, Ross Edward Henry

Born June 29, 1948. Passed away June 1, 2026.


Passed away suddenly at the Gold Coast on the 1st of June 2026.

Loving husband of Dianne (56 years of bliss).

Loved Father and father-in-law of Leanne, Phillip and Leeann,

Stuart and Shari, Kerrie and Hendarto.

Adored Poppa of Maddie and Tom, Lachie and Julz,

Bailey and Shona, Sammie and Sima.

Forever in our hearts

*****

Family and friends of ROSS are invited to attend a Service at the Eastern Park Chapel,

271 Raglan Parade, Warrnambool on FRIDAY (June 12) commencing at 10.00am.

The cortège will leave at the conclusion of the Service for the
Tooram Memorial Park Cemetery.

Funeral notice


Service

Friday June 12, 2026, 10:00am

Eastern Park Chapel, 271 Raglan Parade, Warrnambool

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Cemetery location

Tooram Memorial Park Cemetery, Hopkins Point Road, Allansford

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  1. So sad to hear of Ross’s passing.
    He was a wonderful man and I always enjoyed catching up with him over the many years I knew him.
    My condolences to the family.

    Geoff Lowe

    June 17, 2026 12:52 pm

  2. To Phil and family. Thinking of you all at this sad time.
    Marg Coomber

    Margaret Coomber

    June 17, 2026 10:13 am

  3. Condolences to the family on passing of Ross. A truly genuine man who will be missed by many
    Norm & Barnie McCosker

    Kathleen McCosker

    June 13, 2026 9:07 am

  4. I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Uncle Ross. Sending my love to Dianne, Phillip, Leanne, Stuart, Kerrie and families. Thinking of you all during this time. Lots of Love, Justine X

    Justine Nicholson

    June 11, 2026 7:59 pm

  5. To Dear Dianne & the Fam.
    I was shocked to hear the sad news of Ross’s sudden passing 😢
    You were always a wonderful couple 👩🏻‍❤️‍👨🏻 (56 years 💕)
    I have so many fun & laughter memories of the early years when we all got together.
    R.I.P - Ross
    “Hearts don’t heal overnight.
    Give yourself all the time
    you need”
    Heartfelt Condolences 🌹 & Love -
    Chris (Nicholson)xo & family

    Chris Nicholson

    June 11, 2026 6:32 pm

  6. To dear Dianne and family. We were so saddened to hear of the passing of Ross. Our deepest condolences extended to you all during this sad time. Our love and thoughts are with you. Love Leon and Colleen,Darcy,Aiden Stuart and their families.

    Colleen Stuart

    June 11, 2026 2:00 pm

  7. Our deepest condolences to you all at this difficult time. Sending much strength and comfort.
    Julie and Andrew Giblin and family.

    Julie Giblin

    June 11, 2026 9:56 am

  8. Condolences to Dianne & family on the sudden passing of Ross, our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
    Tony & Tracey Frost.

    Tracey Frost

    June 10, 2026 9:02 pm

  9. Deepest sympathy to Dianne & Family. Sorry to hear your sad news
    Bev and Bob

    Bev & Bob Mccosh

    June 10, 2026 5:55 pm

  10. So sorry to hear of Ross’s sudden passing deepest condolences to Dianne Leann Philip Stuart Kerrie and families. I will always have fond memories of Ross and his Jag when I was a kid growing up down the Lakeway from you. He was a funny loving man.
    Sorry for your loss
    Michelle Roberts and family

    Michelle Roberts

    June 09, 2026 1:37 pm

  11. So sorry to hear of Ross’s passing Dianne & Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ross will be sadly missed by many.
    Heather & Paul Gleeson

    Heather Gleeson

    June 09, 2026 12:16 pm

  12. Thinking of you Diane & family, on the sudden passing of your beloved Ross. He was a wonderful fellow and will be missed immensely by us all! Heartfelt condolences from Rose & Jack Hurley & family!🌹

    Rose Hurley

    June 09, 2026 11:10 am

  13. Deepest sympathy to Dianne and family.
    Alan loved catching up with Ross for a chat. He will be sorely missed.
    Alan and Debbie McLean 😞

    Deborah McLean

    June 08, 2026 6:57 pm

  14. To Dianne & Family,We are saddened to hear the passing of Ross,sending our love at this difficult time.You have so many SPECIAL memories to hang onto. RIP ROSS
    BARRY & MARGARET SMITH

    Barry Smith

    June 07, 2026 7:05 pm

  15. Ross was a much respected neighbour for many years. We send heartfelt condolences to Dianne and the Nicholson family on the passing of Ross.
    Alex, Rachelle, Luka and Carys

    Alex Gebert And Rachelle Quarrell

    June 07, 2026 11:15 am

  16. Condolences to Phil an Family and the boys @ Morse Bearings Ross was a great fella and was very helpful and will be missed by many RIP Ross

    Shirl McCosker

    June 06, 2026 12:42 pm

  17. So sorry to hear of the passing of Mr Nicholson deepest sympathies to Mrs Nicolson Leanne Philip Stuart and Kerry. I will always have found memories growing up down the road from you all. Sending love to you all at this sad time
    Michelle Roberts and family

    Michelle Roberts

    June 06, 2026 11:55 am

  18. Sending my love and condolences to Dianne, Phil and Lea, Lachie, Bailey, Sammy and family. Such a lovely man. Rest peacefully.
    Goldie

    Goldie Goldstraw

    June 06, 2026 11:47 am

  19. So sad to read of Ross's passing, our thoughts are with you Dianne & family, so lovely to have been together for 56 years
    Ken & Liz Sheppard

    Liz Sheppard

    June 06, 2026 7:04 am

  20. Deepest condolences to Dianne, Phil and Lee and all the Nicholson Families on the passing of a wonderful husband,father,grandfather and true gentleman.
    A great man who has left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him.

    Rest in peace Ross

    Trevor,Andrea,Eamon and Mackenzie Dowd

    Trevor Dowd

    June 05, 2026 8:51 pm

  21. On behalf of the Northern Raiders Cricket Club we would like to past on our condolences to Phil and all the Nicholson Families on the passing of Ross.
    A true gentleman and long time supporter of our club and Purnim Rec Reserve.
    His multi- generational connection to our club through Phil and his grand children made him a vital part of who we are as a club.
    Rest in peace Ross

    Trevor Dowd (Co- President NRCC)

    June 05, 2026 8:40 pm

  22. Our deepest condolences to his wife Dianne and family. Ross was a long time supporter and generous sponsor of the Truck Show.

    Koroit Truck Show Committee

    June 04, 2026 10:07 pm

  23. Condolences..To Phil and your Families and your Staff past and present Ross and Co always were Available 24/7…🙏.R.I.P….John O’Connor..And a Good Fella was Ross…

    John O’Connor Grassmere.

    June 04, 2026 9:53 pm

  24. Deepest sympathy to Dianne and family on the passing of Ross. My thoughts are with you all at this very sad time. R.I.P. Ross

    Lyn Gent (Dryburgh)

    June 04, 2026 8:42 pm

  25. To Dianne and family so sorry to hear of the passing of Ross.our thoughts and prayers are with you all .
    Noellene and Ian

    Noellene Campbell

    June 04, 2026 11:49 am

  26. Dianne and all the family
    So sad to hear of the passing of Ross. Over the years we loved having a chat. Our thoughts are will you all
    Barry Andrea Smith & family (Mepunga East)

    Barry & Andrea Smith

    June 04, 2026 11:28 am

  27. RiP Ross, I always enjoyed a chat. Some of your insights on life have stuck with me.
    Condolences to all of His family and past and present employees. He will be missed.

    Neil Dumesny

    June 04, 2026 11:15 am

  28. To Dianne and family, so sorry to hear about the sudden passing of Ross.
    Love Elaine and Mick Walters

    Michael Walters

    June 03, 2026 6:00 pm

  29. Great memories of a great man. Ross was great friends and neighbour of Tom and Jude. Rest easy Ross. My sympathany to Dianne and family

    Wayne Beames

    June 03, 2026 5:22 pm

  30. Deepest sympathy Dianne and family on the passing of Ross a true gentleman.
    Rest peacefully Ross. My thoughts are with you all.
    Michelle Brereton

    Michelle Brereton

    June 03, 2026 5:18 pm

  31. Deepest sympathy Dianne and Family.love and thoughts are with you all. May Ross rest in peace. Anthony and Colleen Jess Brooke and their families.

    Colleen Fitzgerald

    June 03, 2026 10:57 am

  32. So sad to hear of Ross’s passing he was a great man and I always enjoyed having a chat with him.
    My condolences to Dianne, Phil, Stue and the rest of the family.

    Garry Drake

    June 02, 2026 7:46 pm