Anne Longmire – Handley and Anderson Funeral Services

A private family burial will be held.

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LONGMIRE – Anne
23/04/1951 – 15/07/2021.
Much loved wife of Ray Watson, Mum to Alison (Daniel), Deirdre and William (Britt), and grandma to Miles, Ada and Cleo Loden.
Educator and historian.

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Pam Cupper says
July 16, 2021 at 4:16 pm

Anne was an outstanding role model: I first met her at Merbein High School on a teaching round, and later at Edenhope College as a principal mentor. She was so friendly and helpful. A great loss to history and to education.
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Jenny Osler (Wilson) says
July 17, 2021 at 6:50 pm

Fond memories of shared times at university and at Frank Tate House. Anne’s wonderful sense of fun, sharp wit and love of story telling. A committed historian and educator.who will be sorely missed.
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john shanahan says
July 19, 2021 at 4:18 pm

Our deepest sympathy to you Ray and your family at this sad time.
During this period of sorrow know that we are thinking of you,and may you find peace in the memories you and your family hold.
We remember Anne as an intelligent, fun loving person who made a huge contribution to the community.
Nola and John Shanahan Dimboola
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Judy Butler says
July 20, 2021 at 11:44 am

Deepest sympathy to Ray and family. It’s a long time since Warragul High School and the social events I went to with my now ex Grant and when I knew you both. Good memories.
Judy Butler
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  Phill Murphy says
  July 20, 2021 at 7:24 pm
  
  Deepest sympathy to Ray and family. I do remember Ray when we were doing online computer studies in the 80’s at your Dimboola home Anne was always amused with our mutterings and kept well clear..
  Happy memories I am sure
  Phill Murphy
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Ormond and Valma Pearson says
July 20, 2021 at 1:31 pm

It was a pleasure to know and work with Anne , during her time as a Director and Chair of West Gippsland Healthcare Group. Her wisdom , compassion and commitment is to admired and her positive influence benefited myself and our community. A truly great lady.
.Deepest sympathy to Ray and family.
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Ormond Pearson says
July 20, 2021 at 5:56 pm

It was a pleasure to work with Anne in her role as Director and Chair of West Gippsland Healthcare Group, a wonderful caring, committed person who was passionate about providing good healthcare for our community.
A wonderful lady who shared her skills, experience and knowledge to the benefit of others.
Deepest sympathy to Ray and the family
Ormond and Valma
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Helene Bush says
July 20, 2021 at 6:07 pm

Remembering Anne’s compassion and enthusiasm when she joined our Penguin Club at Dimboola . We loved Anne and had fun. Anne spent time tutoring the Aboriginal children and whoever wanted help, then left us with a wonderful history book on the Shire of Dimboola. Love to Ray, Alison, Deirdre, William and families. Helene Bush
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Phill Murphy says
July 20, 2021 at 7:25 pm

Deepest sympathy to Ray and family. I do remember Ray when we were doing online computer studies in the 80’s at your Dimboola home Anne was always amused with our mutterings and kept well clear..
Happy memories I am sure
Phill Murphy
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Marg Johnson says
July 21, 2021 at 5:24 pm

Anne was a member of Wonthaggi Golf club who loved her golf and her laughter and wonderful smile are everlasting memories of all the ladies who enjoyed her company
Condolences to her family at this sad time
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Margaret Ryan says
July 22, 2021 at 8:53 am

Sincere sympathy and thoughts to Anne’s husband and family at this sad time. The ladies of the Wonthaggi Golf Club remember Anne as a past member. She was a delightful person full of energy and good humour. Rest in Peace Anne. From the Ladies Committee and players.
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Lee Pattinson says
July 22, 2021 at 8:16 pm

I remember Anne being at the Warragul Primary School. She was a great listener and had a dry sense of humour. Condolences to all her family
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Jenny Williams says
July 22, 2021 at 9:11 pm

Saddened to read about Anne’s passing. Remembering back to Warragul High School days and what a vibrant, passionate, fun loving educator and person Anne was. My thoughts are with you Ray and family at this very sad time.
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Leila.M Oçonnor says
July 26, 2021 at 8:00 pm

Deepest sympathy Ray and Family,fond memories of your time in Dimboola,RIP Anne,from Basil Leila O’Connor and Family.
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Kim Webster says
August 7, 2021 at 10:41 am

So saddened to hear of Anne’s passing. She was very good to me as a new teacher at Warragul High School. I so admired her energy, wisdom and sense of fun. My sincere condolences to Ray and family. Vale Anne, I was privileged to work with you.
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Ruth Sheridan says
August 19, 2021 at 10:46 pm

Ray and family. So sad to read of Anne’s death. She was a great colleague and house mate. Fond memories of fun times at Merbein.