McColl – Barbara May (nee Callister)
With great sadness, her family announce that Barbara passed away peacefully at Leongatha Hospital, following a short illness which she fought with grace and dignity.
Loving daughter of Mabel and Claude Callister (both dec.), dearly loved sister of Margaret Campbell (Mardan), Ken Callister (dec.) and John Callister (dec.)
Devoted and loving wife of John McColl (Mardan) for 59 glorious years.
Beloved mother of Damian, Andrea, Grant and Bradley: we will always honor your memory Mum. Treasured Gran to Noah, Abbey, Sam, Anais, and Clove; her love will be felt in their lives always.
Caring mother-in-law to Tracie McColl, Timna Dunn and Bruce Beacom and loyal sister-in-law to Robert Campbell (Mardan) and May Callister (Leongatha)Cherished Aunty Barb to Darren, Dean, Nicole, Janet, and Barry.
Gardening the heavens forever
Funeral Notice
Deepest sympathy to John and family. Barbara was a lovely lady and a good friend to all. Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time. Sincerely , Lois & Graham Young
February 16, 2023Sincere sympathy to John and families on the loss of Barbara. Marlene (Crawford)
February 17, 2023A lovely lady , sympathy to John and families ..
February 17, 2023
A loving sister of Margaret .. My thoughts are with you all .. Marion Oldham ..My Deepest Sympathy to John and family. Also her sister dear sister Margaret. Barb and I were great friends at High School. I will miss our chats Barb.
February 17, 2023To Margaret & family sorry to hear about the passing of Barbara our thoughts are with you at this sad time . Marlene & Allan Rayson
February 17, 2023John and family sorry to hear of Barbara’s passing our sympathy and love go out to all the family
Love Len and Carol Hoober
February 17, 2023Our sincere sympathy to Barbara’s family. A beautiful lady who will be missed so much. Jeanie and Ron Funnell. 💐💐💐💐
February 17, 2023Thinking of Barb’s family at this very sad time. A kind and gentle lady at rest.
February 17, 2023
A breeze will touch your check as she leaves a kiss when she passes by, the sun the stars and the moon will shine bright to remind you of her beautiful smile. RIP BarbRest In Peace Barbara in Gods tender loving care no more suffer bless to the family from Richard and Margaret Denbrok
February 18, 2023Barbara was such a lovely , caring lady…
February 18, 2023
So kind. Always interested in how you are.. always enjoyed nice chats when come across each other.
A beautifull lady who will never be forgotten.
My thoughts are with her family at the loss of a wonderfull person.
Marjie Pearson.To John and family so sorry we can’t be with you on Thursday.
February 18, 2023
Barbara was always such a beautiful,caring lady and will be sadly missed.
Marg and Rod Cantwell and Hec and Elaine Opray.Very sad news. A very special Kindergarten Teacher, so caring. Mrs McColl would always say hello and know my name if I saw her up the street, so friendly. Much love to Brad and all of the family at this sad time x
February 19, 2023Condolences to John &family. Barb a kind and gentle lady with a big heart ♥️ Always friendly.
RIP Barb. Stella & Joe Cannata 💕💕💐
February 19, 2023Deepest sympathy to John and fam from the Smits fam, great memories from our time in Mardan as a neighbour and friend. So sad to hear the news.
February 19, 2023Our sincere condolences to John and family on the passing of Barbara. She was a lovely lady, loved her family. Sorry we cannot attend her memorial service on Thursday. Sue and Eric
February 20, 2023Will miss the chats when meeting in the street. A wonderful kindergarten teacher, who was always interested in what her past students were up to. Such a lovely lady
February 20, 2023Always ready for a good chat will be sadly missed .Graeme and Maureen .Lifetime friend and neighbour of Coulter family
February 20, 2023John and family, so sorry to hear of Barbara’s passing. Thinking of you all Julie Boyd
February 20, 2023Deepest sympathy to Barbara’s family, she was a lovely lady, I always enjoyed meeting her, she always had time for a chat.
February 20, 2023Deepest sympathy to John and family. Barb was a lovely lady . 💐
February 20, 2023Cherished memories of a beautiful lady with a lovely garden full of flowers. Sending love to the McColl family xx
February 20, 2023Always remembered as a beautiful, kind and caring lady. Admired for her grace and the deep love she had for her family and community.
February 22, 2023Dear John & family my deepest sympathies. Barb was such a special person, she will be sadly missed by so many, The Ladies Guild of St Peter’s would always look forward to her beautiful Floral Arrangements she would so willingly do for the Flowers in Praise display held during the Daffodil Festival. Rest in Peace Dear Barb 🙏 Coral Johnston
February 22, 2023Loving wife, mother, sister and family member. Fond memories of childhood visits. Loved niece of Bert and Joyce (dec) and cousin of Marilyn, Valerie, Lois, Max (dec) and Lois Callister. Deepest sympathy.
February 22, 2023Condolences to John and family. Barbara was a lovely lady who was always willing to stop and chat. Will be sadly missed. Geoff and Bev Coulter.
February 23, 2023Our deepest sympathy to John and families on the passing of Barbara. Barbara will be surely missed, such a lovely lady. May your loving memories help you through each day.
February 24, 2023
Pam and RodApologies for my belated message – have just heard this very sad news. I have such lovely memories of Mrs McColl as the kindest kinder teacher who my mother says still asked after me every time they saw each other in the street. Sending sincere sympathy to you all. She will always be remembered so fondly.
March 26, 2023