Wedding VUNINGOMA—NAKALEMA. Emmanuel Vuningoma, son of Simon and Hilda Senyonga (Wobulenzi, Luwero, Uganda), and Peruth Nakalema, daughter of Sanyu and Milly Kalema (Lubanjja, Mityana, Uganda), were married on 4.9.22 at College Park church, Adelaide, SA. Wolfgang Stefani, Joel Slade
Obituaries COONEY, George James, born 16.1.1938 in Nambour, Qld; died 2.7.22 in Buderim. On 2.1.1961 he married Lorna. George is survived by his wife (Nambour); sons, Leon and Jenny (Glasshouse Mountains) and David and Katie (Nambour); grandchildren, Benjamin, Kristy, Caitlyn, Paul and Megan; and great-grandchildren, Micah, Toby, Charli and Ollie. George exemplified what it means to live as a follower of Christ. People were touched by his kind Christian manner, whether it was during his many years working as a grader operator or serving in various capacities in the Church. George loved the Lord and was faithful until the end, looking forward to seeing his Saviour. Justin Lawman, Scott Wareham
GEELAN, Robert
Arthur, born 18.1.1938 in Hornsby, NSW; died 10.8.22 in Wyong Hospital, NSW. He was predeceased by his first wife, Jennifer, in 1991 and his son Jeffrey in 1991. In 1992 he married Christine Bradshaw. He is survived by Christine; children, David and Sue (Sydney), Paul and Vanessa (Cameron Park), Kathy (Brisbane, Qld), Dale and Danielle Bradshaw-Geelan (Oberon, NSW) and Andrew and Janna Cleverdon (Cooranbong); 16 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. In 1956 Bob commenced a lengthy 43 years of service with the Sanitarium Health Food Company. He was a loving, kind, generous man and a person of integrity. Bob served as a leader for the local fire service and was much involved in
church leadership. Strong of faith, he now rests in peace awaiting the coming of Jesus. Roger Nixon, Uriah St Juste, Paul Geelan, Kevin Geelan
LAWSON, Frances
Eloyce (nee Brennan), born 13.1.1936 in Launceston, Tas; died 5.9.22 in Canberra, ACT. She was predeceased by her husband Pastor Neil Lawson. Frances is survived by her children, Shelley, and Andrew and wife Sonya; and grandchildren, Brayden, Kaitlan, Zac, Jade, Christopher, Amy, Layla, Zack and Savannah. Pastor Neil and Frances lived and served across New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Queensland, Tasmania and Victoria. Frances was adored by many and will be remembered for her love for God, her compassionate nature and her willingness to serve others. Andrew McCrostie, Richie Ried, Nick Chan
LEGGEREIT, Reinhold
(Ron) Karl Hans, born 3.11.1929 in Oberhausen, Germany; died 16.8.22 in Bayside Nursing Home, Bonnells Bay, NSW. In 1951 he married Anna Chassee in Germany. She predeceased him in 1960. In 1973 he married Stella Johnson in the Parramatta church, Sydney, NSW. He is survived by his children, Harold and Jenny (Qld), Alfred and Annette (Qld), Suzie and Bob Gallagher (Qld), Hans and Tarryn (NSW) and Amanda (NSW); 11 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Following his work for Holden, Ron was employed by the SHF for several years. He loved God and his family and took every opportunity to share his faith in Jesus. Ron rests in peace awaiting the call of his Saviour. Roger Nixon
MALYCHA, Lillian Gwendolene
(nee Roberts), born 6.10.1945 in Kidsgrove, England; died 25.5.22 in Berri Hospital, SA. On 13.6.1965 she married Kevin at Stirling. Lillian is survived by her husband (Renmark); children, Jody and MarkPettet (Mildura), Todd and Miki
(Renmark) and Bradley (Melbourne, Vic); and grandchildren, Madelyn and Kaine, and Georgia and Minnie. Rest in peace Lillian until our Lord returns and gathers us together once again. Andy Krause
MATTHEWS, Joyce Elizabeth (nee Sippel), born 18.3.1929 in Attunga, NSW; died 7.9.22 in Laurieton. She was married to George, who predeceased her in 2012. Joyce is survived by her daughter, Kay Tiller (Tamworth); sons, Perry (Berkeley Vale) and Robert Pearce (Northern Beaches); four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; brothers, Ted Sippel and Norm Sippel; and sister, Doreen Barr. Joyce was active in her community and a foundation member of the Camden Haven church. Justin Boyd, David Price
NELISI, Fanovaka (Vaka), born
23.12.1953; died 13.8.22 in Auckland, NZ. He is survived by his wife, Mele (Auckland); and sons, Baird (Sydney, NSW), George (Gold Coast, Qld), Frank (Hong Kong) and Christopher (Auckland, NZ). Vaka was a faithful servant and leader of the Auckland Niuean church for more than 30 years. He passed away peacefully with his family
around him and now rests in Jesus awaiting resurrection day. Ben Timothy, Keni Nelisi
PAGE, David Alfred, born
11.9.1929 in Armidale, NSW; died 21.8.22 in Cooranbong. He was predeceased by his first wife, Maureen. He was also predeceased by his sons Chris and Phillip. He later married Rowena (also known as Carmel). David is survived by his wife (Cooranbong); and son, David (Nowra). David was a man of faith who made the most of what he had. He flew with Adventist Aviation into New Guinea. As a steadfast follower of Jesus, he brought his knowledge and skills to serve the church. He even developed a system to broadcast services from Memorial church into the homes of people in the area who couldn’t attend. Kenn Duke
SHANNON, Bernice (nee Freitag), born 24.8.1935 in Perth, WA; died 27.7.22 in Redcliffe Aged Care Home, Perth. She was predeceased by her husband, Aubrey in 2001. Bernice is survived by her children, Debbie and Dale. Bernice was a gentle, unassuming follower of Jesus, who loved to read her Bible. She died in Jesus and awaits His soon return. Gary Webster
Position Vacant PEOPLE AND CULTURE MANAGER—AUC OFFICE (FULL-TIME) RINGWOOD, VIC Are you a people person with a passion for helping others achieve in the workplace? The Seventh-day Adventist Church (AUC) Limited is seeking an experienced HR professional to join the team as people and culture manager. In this role, you will work closely with the Union secretary to ensure a healthy and positive working environment, enhancing the effectiveness of the Church in its mission across Australia. This broad and varied role requires the individual to possess well-developed organisational and administrative skills including strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise as well as maintain a high level of confidentiality. The successful candidate will also boast excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate and work in a team setting. If you have qualifications and experience in HR (or similar) and are looking for an opportunity to serve the Church, please contact Michael Worker at <michaelworker@adventist.org.au> for a position description and application requirements. The appointing body reserves the right to fill this position at its discretion and to close applications early. Only those who have a legal right to work in Australia may apply.
Applications close October 10, 2022.
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