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KOENDERS – John William (Jan Willem)

Born on April 27, 1943. Passed away January 2, 2025.

Passed away suddenly but peacefully, aged 81 years.
Beloved husband of Diane (dec.)
Loving father of John (& his partner, Nelly), Jane (& her husband, Russell)
& Emily (& her husband, Harry).
Proud grandfather of Josh, Chelsea, Tahlia, Alyssa, Matisse & Paris.
Devoted brother to Nettie.
A magnificent artist with exceptional natural talent.
Mum & Dad Reunited
Love is Eternal.

Funeral Notice
Space47 47 McCartin Street, LeongathaView Map

The Family of the Late John William (Jan Willem) Koenders  invite you to a gathering for light refreshments to Honour and Remember John. This will be held at Space47, 47 McCartin Street, Leongatha on WEDNESDAY, January 15, 2025 commencing 2.30pm.

A private Graveside Service will be held for family only.

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Tributes

  1. A brilliant artist, honoured to have some of his paintings.
    RIP John, you and your work will be sadly missed.

    Joan Peters January 6, 2025

  2. My condolences to the family in this sad time. 🤗🤗

    Aileen Clark January 7, 2025

  3. Condolences to all family members now re-united with Di, painting together again.

    Pat and Keith Kuhne January 7, 2025

  4. So very sorry for your loss, my heart goes out to this beautiful family I send my love and my condolences from my family to yours Kerry and Darren Hanks 💔 😢

    Kerty Hanks January 7, 2025

  5. Such a loss of a brilliant artist and man. Our lives were affected spiritually and emotionally by both John and Di. They will never be forgotten.

    Ian and Beverley Macqueen January 7, 2025

  6. Condolences to all of John’s family. A great artist reunited with Di again.
    Rhonda Debenham and John Stephens.

    Rhonda Debenham January 8, 2025

  7. My deepest condolences to the family, such a talented person, will never be forgotten by his family and friends..

    Veronica P Kilpin January 8, 2025

  8. Found out today I have lost a wonderful friend. John the talks and the laughter we had we will miss you. RIP Roslyn & Kevin.

    Handley Funeral Services January 10, 2025

  9. Such a kind and generous gentleman. The art world has lost an important part of it. Much love to all the family, you are in our thoughts. Peter and Lisa Brown 💔💔

    Lisa & Peter Brown January 10, 2025

  10. John, our Friday’s won’t be the same without a visit to your place to finish off our day..
    To think that last Friday was going to be our last..

    The laughter, the banter, the tears, the smiles, the cheeky comments, the Dutch licorice, & the sneaky chips..
    The “yes dear”, “I really do love you girls”, “ why do you need to know that”, “Bye girls god bless” “Love you” with my cheeky reply “ we love you too” every week will be sadly missed.

    Reunited your loving soulmate and artist partner Di and your forever companion Maggie..

    RIP John “The Artist” your stories, memories and artwork will leave an imprint in my life forever..

    Marnie Whiteside January 10, 2025

  11. Condolences to Jane and Emily and family as you know I loved the art work thinking of you all at this time very polite man
    Sincere regards
    Donna Atkins

    Donnamarie Atkins January 14, 2025

  12. Fridays are definitely not going to be the same for us girls
    Always greetings with smiles, grumbles and giggles .

    Discussion on some very different subjects and lesson taught on politics art and travels people you had met what a wonderful live lived and experience much with the love of u life Di and family
    Rest in peace John the ‘artist your memories and stories live on in your art and memorable stories told and shared
    You will be sadly missed

    Claire January 15, 2025