EDWARDS, John Frederick Lee
Passed away at Paradise Beach, Victoria.
Son of Dr Frederick and Mrs Judith Edwards.
Father to Bailey, Zen and Elija.
You will not be forgotten.
Funeral NoticeI was very saddened to hear about the recent passing of John.
January 15, 2025
He was a hard working person, always trying to do his best. He was a gentle soul most of the time. Sadly he was also a very troubled soul. His heart was in the right place, just sometimes misdirected. I am also saddened that your children will miss future opportunities of getting to know you & your parents the opportunity to heal reconnections.
May you Rest In Peace. Gillian FytchThe news of Johns sudden passing has been sad to hear. John luved the wildlife in the area, his assistance with orphaned roos will sure be missed. He always offered a hand in the community gardens no matter the difficulties he would personally face in his own life. Listening to Enya was his way of chilling out and that was his advice to us.
January 15, 2025
‘Who can say where the road goes.’
Good bye John.On behalf of the Stolk family, (Alex and Gwen and their children Elizabeth, Geoff Kathryn and Sue and their families) I would like to express our condolences to Fred and Judy on the passing of John. May he rest in peace.
January 17, 2025Sincere condolences to Fred, Judy, Bailey & family so sorry to hear the passing of your son and father
January 17, 2025
Alec & Gail BaulchJohn had such a kind and curious soul. We had long discussions about many aspects of the human condition and life on this beautiful planet.
January 18, 2025
He put 100% into his volunteer work at Seeds Community Garden in Sale and also loved working with orphaned and injured kangaroos and wallabies in more recent months as well.
His photos of the sunrises and sunsets taken at each new camp were stunning.
I am sorry John that you didn’t find that elusive path out of the difficult circumstances that became your day to day experience. Travel free now my friend. Sally 👣 👣I was saddened to learn of John’ s death. He did a number of odd jobs around my place in Sale, including the pruning of an ancient mulberry tree. The tree is now regenerating and flourishing and will serve as an ongoing tribute to this kind and troubled soul. May he rest in peace.
January 19, 2025We will always remember John as a good man who did a lot for our Seed Community Garden in Sale. He had a friendly disposition and was always willing to help. John was a skilled gardener and good with his hands but was always willing to learn more and we would often chat about ideas and what to do next. Everyone who appreciates the new shade cover over the kids’ sandpit should remember that John recently helped to build this. We trusted John. He would often stay behind and lock up and put away tools etc after others had left. John and Maggie found and planted the kiwi fruit …now thriving over the pergola.
January 22, 2025
John regarded Seed as a refuge and a safe place . We miss him …go gently now John.
On behalf of all your friends at Sale Lakeside Community Garden
Fred HellriegelJohn was born on 16th March 1979 and adopted by Judi & I on 6th June 1989 when we lived in England. As small children he and his two younger brothers suffered severe parental abuse before being fostered. We believed his resultant behavioral issues could be improved but found helping with them very challenging. Emigrating to Australia in 1990 we hoped a fresh start for John might make a difference. He liked being at home in the country; but tried two different schools with little success. His behavior remained erratic and challenging. He spent much of his late teenage and early twenties travelling within Australia, sometimes working. As an adult he formed 3 long term relationships; fathering 3 children; Bailey, Zen and Eli. More recently his interest included involvement with the Men’s Shed at Paradise Beach, and he produced some household items which we cherish. John also worked with others developing the Community Garden in Sale. He took Judi and I there to show us his plants and seedlings. His passion was obvious. He also worked with orphaned animals and kangaroos. Another of his delights was photography. In 2023 he spent some time with us
January 22, 2025
after fracturing his ankle. This helped him to form a deeper relationship with his son Bailey. Towards the end of his life, he preferred to camp by and live in his car, despite offers of help. This lively character will be missed by those who knew him well. God rest his soul.My Dad was not just a father. In recent years he was a mentor, a friend and the type of person I could count on. When I think of all the memories we’ve had, taking me fishing along the Morwell River, teaching me a lot of survival and camping tips, talking and joking together. John has taught me many, many lessons in life; both big and small. Some of them were obvious – to be honest and kind to your family, to work hard and always stand up for myself. Thankyou Dad for everything. I love you and always will.
January 22, 2025So sad to hear of John’s passing and will always remember his hard work at Seed Community Garden and friendly chats that we had there. He made a really valuable contribution to Seed and willo be greatly missed.
January 24, 2025