DRISCOLL – Eric Patrick

Born on October 1, 1929. Passed away August 19, 2020.

Passed away peacefully at home in Morwell on 19th August 2020

Aged 90 years

Dearly loved husband of Joan (Dec)

Much loved father and father in law of Kaylene and Wayne,  Suzanne and Juris.

Adored Pop to Cheree and James, Kristy, Jason, JJ, Attrayoo and Monica, Zannie and Lachlan.

Great pop to Paige, Chloe and Brooklyn.

Funeral Notice
Due to COVID19 restrictions the Funeral Service for
Mr Eric Patrick Driscoll will be a private Funeral, by invitation only.
A service to celebrate Eric's life will be live streamed from Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel Traralgon on Friday August 28th, 2020 at 11.00am

To view the live stream, Click here.
Tributes
  1. We were sorry to hear Eric had passed away, he was one of nature’s gentleman.. Condolences to Erics’ family.

    Karen and Robert Stockdale

    Robert and Karen Stockdale August 24, 2020
  2. You were one of the boys, and I will be missing you differently each day.

    Juris Junior Driscoll-Plavins August 24, 2020
  3. One of natures gentleman with a heart of gold and a very good mate .

    Alan Vernon August 24, 2020
  4. A DAUGHTERS LOVE FOR HER FATHER

    MY FATHER WHO IS IN HEAVEN NOW

    HOW OUR TIME TOGETHER ON EARTH PASSED ONLY WE KNOW

    OUR LOVE FOR EACH OTHER THROUGH OUR LIFE SHARING

    KNOW ING EACH OTHER, AS ONLY FATHER AND DAUGHTER IN LIFE TIME SHARING EXPERIENCES

    KNEW IT WOULD TAKE US THROUGH TO THE TOGETHER LIVING OF TIME, TIME

    WRITTEN FOR YOU FATHER BY YOUR DAUGHTER SUZANNE

    Suzanne Driscoll-Plavins August 24, 2020
  5. Eric a long time friend and mate I remember the many days the horn on your car beeped and our lunch was being cooked
    The meals we had with you me and Robert at the farm will never be forgotten
    The nights at the Morwell Bowling Club were nights to remember and the look on your face when you were lucky enough to win a prize
    You will Be Sadly missed by all your
    Friends
    RIP Mate
    Jeff and Shirley Sawyer

    Jeff Sawyer August 24, 2020
  6. Sincere condolences to Kayleen, Wayne and the rest of Eric’s family. I remember Eric from the SECV days and had a few catch-ups with him recently when I was at my unit.
    He was a true gentleman. RIP Eric
    Sue Ikin

    Sue Ikin August 24, 2020
  7. Eric was a devoted second husband to June (dec – née Pickering and formerly Hutchinson) for 19 years. He will be sadly missed by Julie, Mick, Ian, Glenys, Kerryn, Kieran, Murray and Vanessa. He was a loving Pops to Mace, Brianna, Matt, Lloyd, Luke, Sarah, David, Emily and Katrina. Also Great Pops to 13 and one on the way. Rest easy Mate , love from the Hutchie side of your family.

    Glenys Franettovich August 25, 2020
  8. Goodby old friend. We will miss you especially on Friday nights at the Morwell Bowling Club.
    Wal, Lois Oxley and families

    Wal Oxley August 25, 2020
  9. Eric, your friendly nature and generosity, your love for family and your ever smiling nature will be missed.
    Your love and life with our mum June was wonderful to be a part of . You were the only grand pop’s ours kids knew and for that I thank you for being a part of their and our lives. Miss you Kerryn ,Kieran Luke ,Eli, Oden and Delilah, Sarah and Chris and 1/2 you didn’t quite get to meet.

    Kerryn Ruane August 25, 2020
  10. To our loved pops
    We will always remember you with your bright smile and telling us stories of your life.
    Such a kind and loving pops to us all. Thank you for taking us in as your own and loving us as we loved you.
    Such a special part of our lives that will never be forgotten
    Rest In Peace and loving you always
    Love your Hutchinson grandchildren & families David & Melissa, Emily & Josh, Katrina & Simon, Lacey, Blair Lola & Poppy xxx

    David Emily & Katrina Hutchinson August 26, 2020
  11. Good by my friend I will miss David and my favourite coffee and punting chat spot in dining room. Sad I didn’t catch up one more time. Ness and I will miss your cheeky grin and quick humour. Rest in peace hope there’s a TAB with VB stubbies up there xxx.

    Murray Hutchinson August 26, 2020
  12. From all Eric’s SECV Fire Service buddies, it was sad to hear that Eric has passed away. Eric was a dedicated Fire Officer & at the same time he was acknowledged as one of the boy’s, he was a great leader, mentor and friend to all.
    He will be sadly missed by all his work colleagues
    Sincere condolences to Eric’s family.

    Graham Perkins August 26, 2020
  13. Eric, you were a true gentleman.
    Always understanding
    Always inclusive
    Always kind and considerate to others
    Always a loving “Pops” to our family for 28+ years.
    If we all aspire to treat people as you did, the world will be a better place.
    You will be missed and thought of fondly with love.
    Cheryl and Paul Cooke. xxx

    Cheryl Cooke August 26, 2020
  14. Eric was a much loved member of our family for over 28 years. We will remember him as fiercely loyal to family and friends.
    I will always be grateful for his loving care of Mum in her final weeks.
    Rest easy and “wave to each other” from your resting places.

    Julie Randall August 26, 2020
  15. WE are sorry to learn of your passing Eric. We will miss your friendship and your presence at at Hutchie family gathering . Pat Ruane and family

    Pat Ruane August 27, 2020
  16. Sad to hear you’ve passed Eric, always one of my favourite customers, Rest in peace Mate.

    Steve Banks August 28, 2020