Ernest Ross Smith – Handley and Anderson Funeral Services

Date of Funeral

July 6, 2023

SMITH, Ernest ROSS

MLA Parliament of Victoria
LTCOL Australian Army

24/01/1938 – 22/06/2023

Loved and loving husband of Sarah.

Proud father of Harriet, Alex, Jann and Sarah, stepfather of Richard and James,
grandfather of Liam, Emily, Xavier, Lachlan, Hugh, Henry, Hugo and George.

Always a strong, committed and loyal presence.
He was loved and will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Obituary
Condolences

The Funeral Service for Mr Ross Smith will be held at the

Anglican Church of Ascension, The Crescent, Inverloch

on THURSDAY (July 6, 2023) commencing at 2:00pm.

The Funeral Service was Livestreamed. To watch the recording, click on Link below.

https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/xw7vv1iqkhhmp7ijsdy0a/ROSS_SMITH.mp4?rlkey=dty15kia52gq70m2msxxlu874&dl=0

As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers,
donations may be sent to the St Vincent Foundation.

With Ross Smith as the “Honoree” money will be directed to Research into Parkinson’s disease

STV Foundation : Donate SVHM Public

Condolences(6)

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Sandra Thorley says
June 26, 2023 at 5:42 pm

Dear Sarah and family, I am so sorry that your beloved Ross has passed away. He fought for so long but he was tired and needed to rest. Sincere sympathies to you all. Sandra Thorley.
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Colleen Black says
June 27, 2023 at 4:15 pm

Dear Sarah and family,
So very sorry to hear of Ross’s passing. We got to know Ross rather well after purchasing your home at 47 Remington Drive and will always remember him as a true gentleman. May he RIP. Condolences to you all.
Mike and Colleen Black
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Val Lawrence says
June 27, 2023 at 9:16 pm

Dear Sarah, So sorry to know of Ross’s passing, Ross was a true gentleman, always considerate and caring, intelligent, good fun and a pleasure to know. He was also a very much admired member of the Australian Army and a dedicated politician, he served his country and community with dedication and integrity.. we are thinking of you and your family. Love Val Lawrence and family
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Lyn Shaw says
June 30, 2023 at 7:29 pm

Deepest Sympathy Sarah & family….. many happy memories to treasure.
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Janette Beecroft says
July 6, 2023 at 1:44 pm

Dear Sarah and Harriet, we read that Ross had passed away and send our condolences. We recall many vibrant conversations with Ross over the years in Glen Waverley and Mount View and enjoyed his company and wisdom. Our best wishes to you both and the wider family, Janette and Grahame Beecroft
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Paul Mitchell says
October 28, 2023 at 11:07 pm

Dear Sarah and family,
It is with great sorrow that I recently learned of the passing of Ross. Please accept my most sincere condolences for your loss. I learned a lot from Ross and look back with fond memories of our time together in the late 90s. Both you and Ross made me feel like part of your family during this time and I thank you for this. I would love to pay my respects in person in December when I visit Victoria.
Love and best wishes,
Paul Mitchell