Denis Stanes – Handley and Anderson Funeral Services

Date of Funeral

November 28, 2022

STANES - Denis Matthew
05-07-1946 to 17-11-2022
Loving husband of 50 years to Lorraine.
Father to Matthew, Julie and Katrina. Father in law to Peter and Poppy to
Mackenzie, Georgia and Ayva.
Taken too soon, he will be missed by so many.
May he now rest in peace with the Lord after a long courageous battle.

Obituary
Condolences

Requiem Mass for the Repose of the Soul of Mr. Denis Matthew Stanes
was offered at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Korumburra Road, Wonthaggi
on MONDAY (Nov. 28, 2022) commencing at 2:00pm.
At the conclusion of Mass the funeral will leave for the Wonthaggi Cemetery.

Link for Denis States’ Funeral video:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/vsihak8k0692fc3/Denis%20Stanes%27%20Funeral.m4v?dl=0

Condolences(16)

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Tracey Finlay says
November 21, 2022 at 7:40 pm

Sincere condolences to Matt, and family on the passing of his much loved dad.
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Matt & Juvilyn Gage says
November 21, 2022 at 10:13 pm

Deepest sympathy to the Stanes family, Denis always stopped for a quick chat and had a story to share. No matter what Denis turned his hand to, it was done right. He will be missed.
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Trish Slink says
November 22, 2022 at 7:46 am

I will miss the witty comments that we shared & your dry humour Rest In Peace Denise.
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Kristine McRae says
November 22, 2022 at 10:14 am

We know the journey and have many shared memories.Denis,.
Lorraine, Matthew, Julie, Katrina and your wonderful family, please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers today and always.
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  Lee & Chris Clements says
  November 22, 2022 at 9:26 pm
  
  Denis was generous with his time always liked to have a little chat. He put his heart and soul into golf in our district and then into bowls. We considered Denis to be a friend and will miss his clever and funny quips about life. We extend sincere condolences to his wife, Lorraine, and their family.
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Anne Tschiderer says
November 22, 2022 at 11:18 am

Loving thoughts to Lorraine, Matt, Julie, Katrina and family. The commitment shown by Denis to the South Gippsland golf and lawn bowls districts is well known and appreciated. Denis gave 100% to anything he undertook- he didn’t mind being labelled “Denis the Menace”. I will miss our many in-depth discussions, and the many stories he would relate from his association with so many people over his 76 years. Not missing the ringtone on his phone though!!
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Sue Hoskin says
November 22, 2022 at 3:23 pm

The Meeniyan Golf club would like to send condolences to Lorraine and family on the passing of Dennis. Dennis was a long standing and very efficient Secretary of the South Gippsland Golf Association.
Everything was organized so well when Dennis was in charge.

Job well done Dennis. Rest in peace.
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Jill Watson says
November 22, 2022 at 7:26 pm

Sincere sympathy to Lorraine, Matt ,Julie and Katrina and family, on the passing of Dennis, may you hold on to all your precious memories …Jill and Terry
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Guy says
November 22, 2022 at 7:49 pm

There are few that for all the right reasons are never forgotten. Denis is one of the few and my friend who I will never forget. Miss you mate.
Condolences to Lorraine and family.
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SGGInc Board says
November 23, 2022 at 5:16 pm

The South Gippsland Golf Association Board members would like to send sincere condolences to Lorraine and family on the passing of Denis. Denis was a most respected and hardworking Secretary for many years. His commitment to the betterment of all district golf will always be remembered.
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Terri BURNS says
November 23, 2022 at 6:38 pm

SPECIAL THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU LORRAINE AND FAMILY
IM SURE ALL THE GREAT MEMORIES THAT YOU HAVE OF DENNIS WILL HELP YOU THROUGHT THIS DIFFICULT TIME IN YOUR LIVES
TERRI BURNS
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Bev Sloan says
November 24, 2022 at 10:53 am

Sincere condolences to Lorraine and family. Sending our thoughts to you at this very sad time. Rest peacefully Denis.
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Andy Schrape says
November 27, 2022 at 5:54 pm

Sincere and deep condolences to Denis’s family. A great sense of humour. He always had a very funny story and they were all true. Very sorry that I can’t be at the funeral.
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Pam Shackelford says
November 27, 2022 at 9:18 pm

Deepest sympathy to Lorraine, Matt, Julie & Katrina on your loss.
Our thoughts are with you. Pam & Ian
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Joanna Lomagno says
November 28, 2022 at 5:52 pm

To Lorraine and family,
Denis was a great man and friend to me.
I will miss his smiling face around the Wonthaggi bowling club and other clubs.
Sorry I couldn’t make it to the funeral today.
Wonthaggi bowling club last a great member.
Thinking of you at this time.
Lots of love Joanna Lomagno
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Guy says
December 4, 2023 at 7:38 pm

Over a year ago this true gentleman left us to go on another adventure that I’m sure wasn’t on his current bucket list. It is true to say that I miss him more than I could have imagined and that he is very often in my thoughts. Rest in peace my friend.