Hi Jo,

I haven’t met your father but seeing you, I can imagine him as a loving and funny soul spreading love and smiles around, including Heaven now.

I am sure his soul will continue to love, care and protect his girls.
Whenever you see a rainbow next time, remember he is smiling at you.
He will continue to live in all of you, so keep smiling.
God bless you all.

With love, Vandana

Hi Jo,
I haven’t met your father but heard a lot of funny stories from you.
He looks so happy in this picture.
No words could subside this pain and it’s a very difficult time for you and your family, but this will pass soon.
May his soul rest in peace.
May God bless you and your family with more power to overcome this tragic incident.
God bless you all !

Kind Regards
Sanghita

We were shocked to learn of the passing of John. He was so vibrant and full of life that we expected him to live forever.
John was a great mentor particularly for me when I worked with him in the Melbourne East Divisional Office. Through his leadership, he inspired me to go on to bigger and better things.
To put it simply, he was ahead of his time at Australia Post.
We grew to be great friends with both John and Lorraine. We had great times at their holiday home at Noojee with their three girls. We regularly caught up with them at their home in Vermont for dinners and celebrations.
When JB and Lorraine moved to the coast at Frog Hollow, we would stay with them for weekends, have a drink or two, and chat about the old days.
Although I left Australia Post for the private sector, JB was always interested in my career and what I was doing.
During my time at Melbourne East Divisional Office, JB and myself would sometimes visit the Blackburn Hotel on a Friday Night. I think we must have stayed a little late one time and JB suggested I come home for dinner. There were no mobile phones in those days, so JB couldn’t tell Lorraine I was coming for dinner. Nevertheless, we jumped in his car and headed to his home, and it was way past dinner time. We parked in his driveway, boldly walked up the stairs to the front door and knocked. Lorraine came to the door, opened it and immediately ushered John inside. The door closed, leaving me on the porch. There were a couple of words spoken, and I didn’t know whether to stay or run! I thought I might get a dressing down for keeping JB out too late. After a few seconds, Lorraine opened the door again and charming as always, gave me a hug and said. ‘Come in Kenn’.
It wasn’t until my wife Lynne got a call from Lorraine advising of my whereabouts, that I got my dressing down when she came to pick me up at John and Lorraine’s home.
It’s hard to believe that John is no longer with us. He was universally loved by his colleagues, friends and especially his family.
He was so proud of his girls and his grandchildren.
To Lorraine, her girls, grandchildren and the entire family, Lynne and I send you our deepest sympathies.
There are some who bring a light so great to the world that after they have gone, the light remains.
John’s light will indeed live on in us forever.
Kenn and Lynne Moulynox

Small in stature but large in confidence and ability.
A friend and work colleague who left his mark.
Norma and I send our deepest condolences to John’s family and friends.
Sorry we are unable to be there.

You old bugger JB, we were looking forward to our annual Bradbury/Thomas reunion next week and your 80th birthday next year.
We’ll really miss belting out the Frank Sinatra songs and sharing a glass of red or 3 with you.
You and your beautiful family have been such a big part of our lives for nearly 50 years and you will be missed a lot.
Thanks for the memories JB ❤️
– Carol and Thommo 😍😍

Thinking of you Lorraine and family my thoughts and prayers are with you all ❤️

Dear Bradbury neighbours
So sorry for your loss.
He was a part of my childhood and always had that cheeky smile.
He had a laugh with Mum and Dad and enjoyed a brew or two.
I know he always brought love, kindness and a lot of spunk to our street.
Condolences to you all
Sue