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STRAW – Keith Richard (Dick)

Born on July 1, 1929. Passed away July 18, 2023.

Passed away suddenly, aged 94.
Beloved husband of Patricia (dec.).
Loved father and father-in-law of Heather and Garry, Bruce and Heather, Peggy and Trevor, Ruth and Peter, Keith and Susan, and Ian (dec.).
Grandpa to 15, Great Grandpa to 9.

A true gentleman who lived a long and happy life.
Its hard to forget someone who gave us so much to remember.

Reunited with Pat.

Funeral Notice
Uniting Church 14 Station Street, FosterView Map

A Funeral Service to Celebrate the Life of Mr. Keith Richard (Dick) Straw will be held at the Uniting Church, 14 Station Street, Foster on FRIDAY July 28, 2023, commencing 1.30pm. The Funeral will leave at the conclusion of the Service for the Foster Cemetery.

In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cancer Council Victoria. To donate, please click on the following link. Cancer Council Victoria

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  1. A good friend for 75 years . Plenty of great memories of Koonwarra Young Farmers club days .Safe in the arms of Jesus well done , Good & faithful servant

    Ken Caithness July 19, 2023

  2. Our condolences to the Straw Family. Dick was a true gentleman and family man. He will be sadly missed by his family and the community in general..our thoughts are with his family at this sad time.

    Rat and Heather Poletti July 19, 2023

  3. Our condolences to the Straw Family. Dick was a true gentleman and family man. He will be sadly missed by his family and the community in general..our thoughts are with his family at this sad time.

    Ray and Heather Poletti July 19, 2023

  4. A dear friend, sadly missed, now at peace.

    Maureen Gilder July 19, 2023

  5. A true gentleman. I’ll miss our little chats and seeing you on your scooter. Rest in Paradise, Mr Straw.

    Corinna Stefani July 20, 2023

  6. Sincere condolences to the Straw family on the loss of Dick . He was a fine gentleman respected by all . Rest peacefully now Dick . From the Farrell family. .

    Dawn Farrell July 20, 2023

  7. A real gentleman that I met through he photography club. Condolences to the family.

    Ruth & Ian Le Serve July 20, 2023

  8. So sad to hear of the passing of Dick Straw. What a gentleman, so involved with everything in Foster. The Uniting Church Foster will really miss him. Thanks for all your help Dick, May God Bless You. Well Done Thou, good and Faithful Servant.

    Jan Newling July 20, 2023

  9. Dear Dick was such a generous Christian who by his example fed the souls and lives of those around him. He was so giving of his time, his talents, his prayers and his love. A truly wonderful man who has gone on to greater glory. Our sincere condolences to all Dick’s Family.

    Rob & Jan Mortlock July 21, 2023

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    Glenice Emmerson July 21, 2023

  11. Sincere condolences to the Straw Family. All good memories of when Dick used to work for Dad many years ago. A life well lived will be well remembered.
    Rodney, Glenice and Joan Emmerson

    Glenice Emmerson July 21, 2023

  12. Our condolences to the Straw Family. Dick was a long standing member of FAMDA and a Life Member. He appeared in many shows with us and worked on set building on many more. He was a cheerful, friendly gentleman who never had a bad word to say about anyone.
    Our company is diminished by his loss.

    Jennifer Paragreen July 21, 2023

  13. Condolences to the family. An amazing life – lovely man

    Peter and Thelma Woods July 24, 2023