To Noel, Wanted to let you all know, I am doing the White/Hannan family history, so
many happy memories, and so many sad ones. Too many tears, but lots of smiles as well. Please ask Nan and Pop to send me some answers to the questions I forgot to ask while they were here!
Will ask Loris and your beautiful children to complete your section.
Miss you all, Hope you will like the booklet when it is finished, it is in honour of all of you.
xo Gail
Greg Lawson
In Church on Christmas day the priest said let's remember all our loved ones who won't be here this Christmas for the first time. I couldn't stop thinking of the Whites and how they must feel. We are probably all feeling the same way. So Noel, I just wanted you to know how proud of your family you would have been. You certainly set a wonderful example to us all as a Son, Husband, Father and Grand father and that example lives on through your family.
By the way, you have been cannonised. Your Mum now calls you Saint Noel and you deserve it.
jem
Hi Noely, I just wanted to say how truly beautiful our little early morning beach ceremony was on the Saturday after. There was a peaceful feeling which seemed to make everyones pain a little easier to bear. Meeting the cardiologist that was with you on the beach that fateful morning was to me a sign that you were there with us, allowing any questions to be asked before we all left the beach. How much more closure can you ask for ? xx When we got in the car, REM's classic 'Everybody Hurts' came on the radio and of course I burst into tears!!! Then last week I was asked to do a photo shoot for a family at Currumbin. It was a great shoot and I'd like to think that you were there with me in spirit :) Thanks for being such an awesome uncle :) xxx Love Jem
Travis
This was my Eulogy...
Dear Dad,
I am not sad, for how could I be. You were and are such a wonderful Father. The best I could have hoped for. No seriously, I can’t think of a better role model for a son like me, or even a grandson, to have. I have nothing but amazingly happy memories. You may have exited this earthly life too soon, but I want you to know, that you have left nothing here undone. You have taught Vanessa, Merryn and I all there is to know about life, love and the gift of family. And we will take it from here. Mum is in our care, and you don’t need to worry. Also, don’t worry about the unfinished tiles in the factory toilet, Sam will take care of them.
I will never forget you, because you aren’t really leaving. You have welded a place against my heart that can never be broken.
Especially I will remember you when…
When I am chewing on a T-bone steak, or sipping a Bundy and Coke
When the surf is pumping and the weather is fine, and I am too lazy to get out of bed at 6am.
When I take Sam and the kids on holidays, and I am looking in the rear vision mirror of our car, and see the most sturdy and practical of trailers I have ever seen, following me diligently.
Whenever I see the colour mushroom or gun-metal silver inside a house.
Whenever someone gives me a limp-wristed handshake
When I inhale the sweet fumes of salt and chorine from a pebble-mix pool.
When I am helping the kids get ready for school the next day, and am admiring their gigantic built-in robes.
Whenever I play the harmonica in the key of A or C.
Whenever I walk into a factory and hear the sounds of pop rivet guns and smell the scent of hand grease cleaner in a 25 litre can.
Whenever I hug Mum, and she rubs my back and cries.
Whenever the kids try to perform head-stands.
Whenever a surf ski cuts me off on a killer wave.
Whenever Billy Slater performs a miracle dash against the Broncos, and nobody is left sitting.
And I will remember you… When I am facing my final test, and am granted the keys to heaven, Because I know that I will see you and touch you again.
Until that day, may your gentleness be my guide, may your faith be my salvation, and may your love be my life.
Thankyou.
Vanessa Becker
‘Forever Shining’
As the sun rises, I think of you.
Refreshed, relaxed and energised. Ready to tackle the new day.
Beautiful rays of light shimmering, reaching out to greet anyone you meet. Your warmth already evident. And your light already starting to shine on those around you. At this peaceful, early time I know you are with me always. Helping to guide me through each day and shining a pathway for me to follow.
As the sun moves higher in the sky, I think of you.
Shining brightly. Comforting and warm. Constant.
Like the sun, you shone for everyone you knew. Reflecting your beauty on to all around. Sharing your energy and love with whoever was willing to accept it.
At this time of the day, I know you are with me always. Beaming brilliantly overhead, radiating warmth and offering support.
As the sun sets, I think of you.
Beautiful and quiet. Content.
Emanating a soothing calmness and offering strength as the day comes to a close.
The brightness we have known is gone, but the warmth lingers, never far away.
At this time of the day, I know you are with me always. Not visible, but present. Still offering light and warmth but at a place not here. Forever shining. Forever near.
I love you Dad. You are my shining light and I will be forever guided by you.
