CHESSUM, Desmond John
Loving husband of Anne.
Loving father of Russell and Daniel, and their partners Justine and Emma.
Grandad to Chelsea, Austin, Archie, Olivia, Mason, Shannea and Billy.
RIP
Funeral NoticeDear Anne, Russell, Danny, partners and grandchildren. We are so sorry for your loss.
Also condolences to all the Chessum Family.
R.I.P DesLove Graeme and Gel Giles
February 22, 2026Sending our heart felt condolences to Anne Russ & Dan. Fondest memories of Des we have still talk about them till this Day . Was a great mate to little Dyl when we lived next door . forever pulling pranks on him like telling him lemons taste so good he would bite into it like an apple Des would be squirming then feeding him anchovies telling Dyl they were lollies & getting him to empty the Ute of his cordial bottles “beer” lol & teaching him along the way to say Green not Breen . ! Best memories great bloke xo Thinking of you all Shelley Allan Dylan & Corey Hall
February 22, 2026To Ann Russel and Danial and family sorry to hear about des at this sad time
February 22, 2026Great friend of Bluey’s. Condolences to Anne, Russell, Danny and families from Gwen Brien, Narelle, George, Marli and Kohen.
February 23, 2026To Anne & family & the extended Chessum family
Thinking of you all at this very sad time
Mick & Linda BushellDes you were a great workmate for many years
February 23, 2026
Mick BushellCondolences to Anne, Russ and Danny,
A good friend will be sadly missed.
February 23, 2026
My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.Your loss is heartbreaking, your tears are felt, we stand beside you Ann and family. Our love is with you at this sad time.
Josh and Kristy Rae xx
February 23, 2026To Ann Russel and Danny and family Pauline thinking of you all at this sad time Pauline rae
February 23, 2026To Dear Anne, Russell and Daniel, and their partners Justine and Emma.
February 24, 2026
Grandad to Chelsea, Austin, Archie, Olivia, Mason, Shannea and Billy…. We are so sorry for your loss of Des ,, We didn’t know Des very well, but we know that he was much loved by you all. You are all in our hearts during this sad time …To Anne and all the Chessum family.My sincere condolence’s condolences .We worked together on many jobs over many years, some more challenging than others, but we always had a laugh and a joke along the way.It was a pleasure to know to know Des as a friend and workmate.
February 24, 2026Sending my sincere condolences to Anne, Russell and Daniel. My heart breaks for you. Hold each other close and lean on those around you. Regards Sarah Hunter
February 25, 2026I knew Des and worked with Anne a long time ago and cherish those memories. My condolences to Anne and family, Des was a beautiful soul, always a gentleman xxx Lori
February 25, 2026My thoughts are with Des’s family and friends. A good friend and mate of many. RIP Mate
February 25, 2026To Ann , Russell and Daniel my thoughts are with you and all the chessum families des was a wonderful person who will be missed by all
February 26, 2026Desi,
February 26, 2026
Thank you for your friendship and the kindness you always showed our family.
The time you spent teaching our kids to fish and sharing your bush skills will never be forgotten.
Rest peacefully. 🤍Desi,
February 26, 2026
So many great memories shared around the campfire on our weekends away.
The friendships forged over the last 30 years will always be remembered and never forgotten.
Rest in peace, mate.
condolences to Ann & Russ
tribute from
Glenn “Skinner” McKenzieSo sad to hear of Des’s passing, our deepest condolences to Anne and family, sending our love Bruce & Sue Hillier.
February 27, 2026Condolences to Anne, Russell,Danny and Chessum family. Our thoughts are with you all. Gerri. Kevin and family 🌹
February 28, 2026