WILKINSON, Anola Agnes “Nellie”

On March 25, 2026 at Warrnambool.

Aged 86 years

Dearly loved mother of Gregory, Jillian, Desmond, Rodney, Margarite, Brendan, Leon, Gwendaline, Janine, Stephnie, Francine, Cynthia and their families.

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The Funeral Mass for NELLIE will be offered at St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Cnr Lava St and Kepler St, Warrnambool on TUESDAY (April 7) commencing at 1.30p.m.

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

Click this link to view the livestream of Nellie's Funeral Mass.

Funeral notice

Service

Tuesday April 07, 2026, 1:30pm

St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Lava Street, Warrnambool

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Cemetery location

Warrnambool Cemetery, Otway Road, Warrnambool

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Today we say goodbye to Nellie ••• a much loved sister, mother, grandmother and friend to many. Nellie, you will always remain in our hearts with love and cherished memories. Rest peacefully.❤️💔Now an ANGEL. Glenda & Willie.xx

Glenda Hand
April 07, 2026 8:58 am
Mum,Nana.
Farewell my beautiful Mum,with the biggest heart.
Your love will stay with me always,guiding me through every step of life.
Thank you for your kindness,your warmth,and the endless love you have gave so freely.
You will forever live on in our hearts
Cynthia,David.
Ashley & Maddy.
Brett & Grant

Cynthia Keegan
April 06, 2026 7:23 pm
My thoughts and prayers and for Nellie's Family at this sad time. Easter reminds us that Jesus was victorious over death. R.I.P. Father Lawrie

Lawrence O'Toole
April 04, 2026 8:21 pm
Her love, her humour, and her light hearted spirit will stay with us always.
She may no longer be with us, but her laughter, kindness and spirit live on-in our stories, our smiles and our hearts.

Much loved Mum, Nanna, Nanna Nellie of Margarite
Carley,
Danielle,Tyler, Jenson & Hunter
James, Caitlyn & Charlie

Forever loved & Missed

Margarite Chislett
April 02, 2026 10:49 am
“The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched — they must be felt with the heart.”

Mum, we have always felt your endless love in your warmth, kindness, strength, and comfort - as a mother, Nana, mentor, supporter and dear friend.

In the hearts of all who loved you, you will forever remain. You will be treasured always and held close in our memories.

We will carry the love and comfort you gave us throughout our lives, for it was planted deeply and will never fade.

Your presence we will miss, your memory we will cherish — loving you always, forgetting you never.

Admired by so many for your dedication, loyalty and commitment to others- this is not goodbye…..your generous spirit will live on in all of us.

You closed your eyes with one final tear, ready to rest. I will be forever grateful that I was by your side.

It was a privilege to care for and love you sweet Mum. May your soul rest peacefully. We know you gave your very best.

Now stretch your wings and fly.
Mahli will be there to meet you.
Hold her in your arms- you are free🕊️🩶🤍💫

Forever loved,

Fran, Stephen ✨, Ailie, Jordana, Jehrin and Kailam xxxx

Francine Bateman
April 01, 2026 4:45 pm
To our mother, Nana in heaven. We will always carry your love in our hearts. The gift of your love is something we will cherish forever.
Janine,John,Eric, Emma&Lenny, Renee.

Janine Kavanagh
March 31, 2026 4:02 pm
Condolences to Gwen, Jacob,Dean, Sam and their families.
There aren't any magic words that can ease your pain. All I can say for sure is that we'll always be here for you's, whenever you's need xx
Heartfelt sympathy to the rest of the family for your loss.
Rita Korewha.

Rita Korewha
March 28, 2026 4:43 pm
Sending deepest sympathy to all of the families that shared the wo derful life of a beautiful lady,"Nellie"now at peace.Safe in the arms of Jesus.Love Robin and Diane

Diane Roissetter
March 27, 2026 9:47 pm
Mum Nan

Those special memories of you will always bring a smile , if only we could have you back for a little while ,then we could sit and talk again just like we used to do , you always meant so very much and always will do too. The fact that your no longer here will always cause us pain but your forever in our hearts until we all meet again.

Leon Fiona Bianca Richard Felicity Connor Djana Douglas and Peter

Fiona Wilkinson
March 27, 2026 9:18 pm
Thinking of you all at this sad time love to you all ❤️

Sue And Pat Mooney
March 27, 2026 3:58 pm
Dear Jill,phil n families, thinking of you all at this sad time on the passing of Nellie, l know u cared for her n loved her dearly, memories are our greatest treasure, deepest sympathy ros mcbain

Ros Mcbain
March 27, 2026 12:51 pm
Nan

What an honour it was to have you as my Nan.
Thank you for the stories, the laughter, and the love and support you always showed.
You weren’t just my Nan — you were my safe place and my hero.
I loved sharing jokes with you, and most of all, simply spending time together.

Nan Nan

Thank you for all the cuddles in your chair while we watched movies,
for the tickles, the stories, and the chocolate we shared.
These memories will stay with me forever.

Love you always,
Amy and Cash

Amy Wilkinson
March 27, 2026 9:45 am
Deepest sympathy to Jill and your family,
From Margie Byron

Margaret Byron
March 26, 2026 9:01 pm
Loved Mum, Nanna & Great Nanna to
Brendan & Sue
Chloe & Ed,
Jadyn, Amy & Ronan
Breanna

A silent thought, a secret tear,
Keeps your memory ever near.
In our hearts forever xxx

Brendan Wilkinson
March 26, 2026 7:18 pm
Mum Nan Nan
"To the light that guided me,
As I stand where the ancient rainforest meets the dark, mirrored waters, I bring you here with me. I see your warmth in the sunlight and your steady strength in the quiet peaks.
Mum, you were the rock I leaned on and the haven where I always found peace. Looking at the reflections, I am reminded that you are still reflected in me—in my kindness, my resilience, and my love for this beautiful world.
As I journey through this wild place, let the stillness of the Rivers settle our hearts. I release my sorrow into these deep waters and keep only the love.
Thank you for being my world.
Rest in the beauty of this place, and in the eternal home of my heart.
Amen."
Love you Forever more Stef

Stephnie Kavanagh
March 26, 2026 6:59 pm
Darling Mum, Nan, Nan Nan to
Jill,Phillip
Jodie,Simon,Jessica,Ryan,Isabelle
Emily and Isla
Glenn,Shae,Beau,Nadia and Casey
Tim and Kalin
Sad are the hearts that love you,silent are the tears that fall.
Living our lives without you is the hardest part of all
Forever Loved

Jill Jans
March 26, 2026 3:04 pm

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16 responses to “WILKINSON, Anola Agnes ‘Nellie’”

Glenda Hand says:

April 7, 2026 at 8:58 am

Today we say goodbye to Nellie ••• a much loved sister, mother, grandmother and friend to many. Nellie, you will always remain in our hearts with love and cherished memories. Rest peacefully.❤️💔Now an ANGEL. Glenda & Willie.xx
Cynthia Keegan says:

April 6, 2026 at 7:23 pm

Mum,Nana.
Farewell my beautiful Mum,with the biggest heart.
Your love will stay with me always,guiding me through every step of life.
Thank you for your kindness,your warmth,and the endless love you have gave so freely.
You will forever live on in our hearts
Cynthia,David.
Ashley & Maddy.
Brett & Grant
Lawrence O'Toole says:

April 4, 2026 at 8:21 pm

My thoughts and prayers and for Nellie’s Family at this sad time. Easter reminds us that Jesus was victorious over death. R.I.P. Father Lawrie
Margarite Chislett says:

April 2, 2026 at 10:49 am

Her love, her humour, and her light hearted spirit will stay with us always.
She may no longer be with us, but her laughter, kindness and spirit live on-in our stories, our smiles and our hearts.

Much loved Mum, Nanna, Nanna Nellie of Margarite
Carley,
Danielle,Tyler, Jenson & Hunter
James, Caitlyn & Charlie

Forever loved & Missed
Francine Bateman says:

April 1, 2026 at 4:45 pm

“The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched — they must be felt with the heart.”

Mum, we have always felt your endless love in your warmth, kindness, strength, and comfort – as a mother, Nana, mentor, supporter and dear friend.

In the hearts of all who loved you, you will forever remain. You will be treasured always and held close in our memories.

We will carry the love and comfort you gave us throughout our lives, for it was planted deeply and will never fade.

Your presence we will miss, your memory we will cherish — loving you always, forgetting you never.

Admired by so many for your dedication, loyalty and commitment to others- this is not goodbye…..your generous spirit will live on in all of us.

You closed your eyes with one final tear, ready to rest. I will be forever grateful that I was by your side.

It was a privilege to care for and love you sweet Mum. May your soul rest peacefully. We know you gave your very best.

Now stretch your wings and fly.
Mahli will be there to meet you.
Hold her in your arms- you are free🕊️🩶🤍💫

Forever loved,

Fran, Stephen ✨, Ailie, Jordana, Jehrin and Kailam xxxx
Janine Kavanagh says:

March 31, 2026 at 4:02 pm

To our mother, Nana in heaven. We will always carry your love in our hearts. The gift of your love is something we will cherish forever.
Janine,John,Eric, Emma&Lenny, Renee.
Rita Korewha says:

March 28, 2026 at 4:43 pm

Condolences to Gwen, Jacob,Dean, Sam and their families.
There aren’t any magic words that can ease your pain. All I can say for sure is that we’ll always be here for you’s, whenever you’s need xx
Heartfelt sympathy to the rest of the family for your loss.
Rita Korewha.
Diane Roissetter says:

March 27, 2026 at 9:47 pm

Sending deepest sympathy to all of the families that shared the wo derful life of a beautiful lady,”Nellie”now at peace.Safe in the arms of Jesus.Love Robin and Diane
Fiona Wilkinson says:

March 27, 2026 at 9:18 pm

Mum Nan

Those special memories of you will always bring a smile , if only we could have you back for a little while ,then we could sit and talk again just like we used to do , you always meant so very much and always will do too. The fact that your no longer here will always cause us pain but your forever in our hearts until we all meet again.

Leon Fiona Bianca Richard Felicity Connor Djana Douglas and Peter
Sue and Pat Mooney says:

March 27, 2026 at 3:58 pm

Thinking of you all at this sad time love to you all ❤️
Ros mcbain says:

March 27, 2026 at 12:51 pm

Dear Jill,phil n families, thinking of you all at this sad time on the passing of Nellie, l know u cared for her n loved her dearly, memories are our greatest treasure, deepest sympathy ros mcbain
Amy Wilkinson says:

March 27, 2026 at 9:45 am

Nan

What an honour it was to have you as my Nan.
Thank you for the stories, the laughter, and the love and support you always showed.
You weren’t just my Nan — you were my safe place and my hero.
I loved sharing jokes with you, and most of all, simply spending time together.

Nan Nan

Thank you for all the cuddles in your chair while we watched movies,
for the tickles, the stories, and the chocolate we shared.
These memories will stay with me forever.

Love you always,
Amy and Cash
Margaret Byron says:

March 26, 2026 at 9:01 pm

Deepest sympathy to Jill and your family,
From Margie Byron
Brendan Wilkinson says:

March 26, 2026 at 7:18 pm

Loved Mum, Nanna & Great Nanna to
Brendan & Sue
Chloe & Ed,
Jadyn, Amy & Ronan
Breanna

A silent thought, a secret tear,
Keeps your memory ever near.
In our hearts forever xxx
Stephnie Kavanagh says:

March 26, 2026 at 6:59 pm

Mum Nan Nan
“To the light that guided me,
As I stand where the ancient rainforest meets the dark, mirrored waters, I bring you here with me. I see your warmth in the sunlight and your steady strength in the quiet peaks.
Mum, you were the rock I leaned on and the haven where I always found peace. Looking at the reflections, I am reminded that you are still reflected in me—in my kindness, my resilience, and my love for this beautiful world.
As I journey through this wild place, let the stillness of the Rivers settle our hearts. I release my sorrow into these deep waters and keep only the love.
Thank you for being my world.
Rest in the beauty of this place, and in the eternal home of my heart.
Amen.”
Love you Forever more Stef
Jill Jans says:

March 26, 2026 at 3:04 pm

Darling Mum, Nan, Nan Nan to
Jill,Phillip
Jodie,Simon,Jessica,Ryan,Isabelle
Emily and Isla
Glenn,Shae,Beau,Nadia and Casey
Tim and Kalin
Sad are the hearts that love you,silent are the tears that fall.
Living our lives without you is the hardest part of all
Forever Loved