HARBRIDGE, Ronald Edward

Born on August 16, 1947. Passed away November 9, 2025.

Passed away peacefully at home aged 78 years after a courageous battle surrounded by the love of his family & friends.

Dearly loved husband & soul mate of Gloria for 56 years.

Father & father-in-law of Peter & Sue, Sharon & James, Katherine & Matt.

Grandpa & Papa of Brendan & Caitlin, Samuel & Sophie, Nathan & Taylah, Charlie, Mitchell, Isabelle & Emma & 5 & ½ Great Grandchildren.

Amazing & treasured brother, Uncle & friend of many.

Special thanks to LCHS Palliative Care Team whose assistance was invaluable & greatly appreciated.

Funeral Notice
St James Anglican Church 100 Grey Street, TraralgonView Map
A Service of Thanksgiving for the Life of Mr Ronald Edward "Ron" Harbridge will be held at St James Anglican Church, 100 Grey Street, Traralgon on WEDNESDAY (November 19, 2025) commencing at 1.30 pm.

In lieu of flowers, online donations to LCHS Palliative Care Team would be appreciated.

Company Name: Latrobe Community Health Service
Address: PO Box 960, Morwell 3840
ABN: 74136502022
Name Bank: Commonwealth Bank of Australia
Branch: Morwell
BSB Number: 063-522
Account Number: 1019 4797
Reference: PC Donation
Using this reference in your transfer will assist us to make sure it gets to the right team for you.

Alternatively any donations to be made in Cash or Cheque can be made at any of the
below reception points:
Moe – 42 Fowler Street MOE VIC 3825
Morwell – 81-87 Buckley Street MORWELL VIC 3840
Traralgon – Cnr Seymour Street & Princess Fwy TRARALGON VIC 3844
Cheques can be mailed to:
PO BOX 960
MORWELL VIC 3840
(please do not send Cash through the post)

                         

                         Ron's service will also be livestreamed.

                        To view the livestream, please click here.
Tributes
  1. RIP Ron my condolences to Gloria & Families ❤️🙏

    Gonny De Groot November 10, 2025
  2. Oh Glors, am sooo sorry to see Ron has finally lost his hard fought battle! You were both such an inspiration as you gave it your all and kept us up to date with his traumatic journey! Life can be such a bitch at times and it’s so unfair that such good people have to be put through the mill like you have!
    Deepest sympathies to you, Glors, and both Ron’s and your own families! May he now rest easy! Lots of love and big hugs xx💖🌹

    Maree Hall November 10, 2025
  3. I’m sure all the wonderful memories you have helped make with family and friends will give everyone strength to say goodbye and remember you always with a smile. RIP Ron it was a pleasure to have known you and a shame to have only just reconnected lately wish we had more time. Thinking of you all love John and Vicki Pickett

    John and Vicki Pickett November 10, 2025
  4. To Sharon, Gloria and all the Harbridges . I am so sorry to hear of your huge loss . Sending love and strength to you all . I’m grateful I got to meet Ron all those years ago during our time in Traralgon.

    Mary Tyrrell ( UK and Ireland ) November 10, 2025
  5. To Gloria and all your family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time of losing dear Ron. Many memories are ours to keep of happy times spent together.

    Glenys & Brian Peck November 11, 2025
  6. Condolences to all the family – will miss his smiling face and kindness. Will miss making him a cuppa and getting out the gluten free shortbread biscuits.
    A wonderful man and Gloria too, happy memories of when you visited in Bairnsdale when we lived there and Yowah.

    Jenni Howe and John Harte November 11, 2025
  7. Our thoughts are with Gloria and families at this sad time.We have enjoyed our times spent with Ron and Gloria over the years and will miss the conversations.
    Peter and Jenny Uren

    Jenny Uren November 11, 2025
  8. Dear Gloria – our thoughts are with you at this sad time. May your special memories be with you always. Kind Regards from Lyn and Daryl Rawson

    Lynette RAWSON November 11, 2025
  9. Dear Gloria, so sorry for your loss may special memories help you over time. Kind regards Rhonda Fitch

    Rhonda Fitch November 11, 2025
  10. What a beautiful, gentle soul he was. Condolences to Gloria and family. 🙏🙏🙏

    Nickie Arnold November 11, 2025
  11. So sad to hear of Rons passing, we will always remember Ron as the “Worsley man”, he absolutely loved those cars.

    Jim Cantwell November 11, 2025
  12. To Gloria heartfelt condolences on your loss of Ron. Hope all your wonderful memories help you through this very sad time.

    Love Julie Taiur

    Julie Tairua November 11, 2025
  13. Ron was a valued and treasured part of the Aberfeldy Cemetery Trust family. He was always willing to do anything he could to help out and was an important part of all our working bees and Anzac Day services. Ron was kind and friendly to all of us and will be sadly missed. Our deepest sympathies to Gloria and all of Ron’s family.

    Kelly Smith (on behalf of the Aberfeldy Cemetery Trust) November 11, 2025
  14. Dear Gloria, Sharon, Pete and Katy,

    So very sad for the loss of your wonderful husband and dad. Ron was such a kind and gentle person. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this sad time.

    He’s up there playing cards with Soph.

    Love Megan, Brent, Mady and Annie xx

    Megan Russell November 12, 2025
  15. So sorry to hear of your much loved husband’s passing.

    Carmel Shippen November 12, 2025
  16. God Bless You Ron, We watched you struggle to stay with us all. Your Adoring family were all there for you throughout this horrible disease.
    You and Gloria have been a constant in our lives for 58 plus years. You and Ian were the closest of…
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    Cheryl & Ian (bear} Watson November 12, 2025
  17. God Bless you Ron, We watched you struggle to stay with us all. Your adoring family were all there for you throughout this horrible disease. You and Gloria have been a constant in our lives for 58 + years. You and Ian were the closest of friends since you started your apprenticeships together.
    We will always watch over Gloria for you. Ron you now and will be forever in our thoughts, Fly high with the Angels our Friend

    Cheryl & Ian (Bear} Watson November 12, 2025
  18. Thinking of you Gloria at this very sad time. Sending big hugs.
    Marg Warne

    Margaret Warne November 15, 2025
  19. Dear Gloria and family,

    Ron was a truly wonderful man — kind, genuine, always willing to help, and someone who made everyone around him feel valued. We will always remember his warmth, his gentle strength, and those good times spent together, especially the days fishing at Wingan Inlet.

    Most of all, it was clear how deeply he loved you. The bond you shared was something very special.

    Please know we are thinking of you and holding you close in our hearts.

    With love,
    Ron & Rhonda Dinsdale

    Rhonda Dinsdale November 16, 2025
  20. Dear Gloria and family, sending you all our sincere condolences. Ron was one in a million and you can all be proud of your love and care for him over these last few years.
    He was a true gentleman which is rare to find.
    Hang on tight to all the wonderful memories you have.
    Thinking of you at this sad time.
    Carol & Trevor Huffer.

    Carol Huffer November 17, 2025
  21. Dearest Gloria and family, so very sorry to hear of Ron’s recent passing.🥺😢 I know how many fabulous memories you have made together in travel, family, friends and life.
    He was so very lucky to have the best nurse caring for him throughout his battle with cancer. Take comfort in your beautiful memories and the love and support of your many family and friends.

    All my love and heartfelt sympathy
    Bev 🥺😘

    Bev Kerrigan November 18, 2025
  22. My heartfelt condolences to Gloria and family on the passing of Ron. May cherished memories bring you comfort during this difficult time, and may his legacy live on while remembering the love Ron shared with all of you.

    Kerry Harrington November 18, 2025
  23. Dear Gloria and family, sorry for your loss, Ron was a great person, I have many memories of the Tyers days and helping with shed building. Great family friends to mum.
    Thinking of you all.
    Dave, Melissa & Isabelle

    Dave Lewis November 19, 2025
  24. Sending sincere condolences to Gloria , Elizabeth and the family

    Brenda Leviston

    Brenda Leviston November 19, 2025
  25. Farewell Ron,
    Fond memories growing up and spending time with the Harbridge family in Tyers . I will remember Ron as a very gentle and kind man with a beautiful soul. Rest peacefully now.. My sincerest condolences to you Gloria..Peter, Sharon and Katherine along with the rest of your family.
    Sending all our love ..xxx
    Jo, Aaron & Ruby

    Joanne Lewis November 19, 2025