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VAN DER HOPE, Robert Orr Hartmayer

Born November 23, 1941. Passed away November 10, 2026.


It is with great sadness that we announce Robert’s passing at Mercy Place Montrose
on the November 10, 2026.

Beloved partner of Marianne, much-loved father of Gwendolen and Gareth, Pa to Lily, Matilda and Mia and friend to Kim, David, Yvonne, Richard and many more comrades in art and life.

Robert was a naturopath and artist who made Warrnambool his home for 48 years.

Forever in our hearts and minds

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I’m the luckiest woman in the world to have known Rob, who was chosen by
God to be with me. A healer. Now at peace. ♥️ Marianne

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A Bahá’í and scholar of life – our Dad, Pa and dear friend worked tirelessly day and night examining what it meant to be human. A naturopath, artist, poet, eccentric; lover of music, literature, cricket and the Australian bush; explorer of spirituality and history – he stirred the souls and intellects of everyone privileged to know him. His spirit and creativity will live on for eternity through our memories and impressions of his life works. We miss you, comrade, and cherish the times we spent together.

Gwen, Gareth, Tilly, Lily, Mia, Yvonne, Kim, Richard and David.

“So powerful is the light of unity that it can illuminate the whole earth.” (Bahá’u’lláh)

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A private service will be held at Tower Hill Cemetery.

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