GANNON, John Alfred

Passed away February 14, 2026.

Born on March 16th, 1944. Passed away peacefully at home.

Aged 81years.

Loving husband to Tonia.

Much loved Father and Father in-law of Tracey and Peter, and Peter and Jennifer.

Adored Grandad of Kelsey and Bailey, Jacob and Bianca, and Sonny(dec).

Though his smiles are gone forever, and his hand we cannot touch, we shall never lose the memories of one we loved so much.

“REST PEACEFULLY ON HEAVENS FAIRWAY”

Funeral Notice
The funeral and burial for Mr John Gannon will be held at Saint Aidans Anglican Church, 111 Torres Street Newborough on

WEDNESDAY (February 25th, 2026) commencing at 1.00pm.

At the conclusion of the service we will leave for the Yallourn Cemetery.

At the families request they have asked if you can wear a splash of BLACK and WHITE.
Tributes
  1. RIP John πŸ€πŸ–€
    Deepest sympathy to all the family

    Faye and Anthony Harris February 17, 2026
  2. Sorry for your loss. John was a great foreman back in the day at the textile mill. We have fond memories of John and his family.

    Ellen & Lino Frendo February 17, 2026
  3. Vale to a lovely bloke with poor taste in footy teams and a gorgeous family. I wish I spent more time with him and have only happy memories. I assume you’ve just gone to play golf and have a beer with my dad.

    Jason Cavallaro February 17, 2026
  4. RIP πŸ–€πŸ€
    Deepest condolences to the whole family. Sending prayers and strength to help you through this tough times

    Pirotta Family February 18, 2026
  5. Rest peacefully , it was a long journey.. but you were never alone. You will be sadly missed by those who knew you and will not be forgotten. R.I.P. Deepest sympathy to the family. Thinking of you at this sad time.

    Judy and Hank

    Judy and Hank February 19, 2026
  6. Deepest sympathy to Tonia and family,he was a great person to work with

    Lorraine Southon February 19, 2026
  7. We are sad that our friend John has left us but feel his beautiful soul will be welcomed into paradise. Rest In Peace John.
    Our condolences to dear Tonia and family. Our thoughts are with you.
    Angus and Liz πŸ™

    Elizabeth Hodge & Angus McGillivray February 19, 2026
  8. Sincerest condolences to Tonia and family on the loss of dear John – you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this time. πŸ™πŸ»β€οΈ

    Anton & Vivie Hackenberger (& family) February 19, 2026
  9. Sincere condolences to Tonia , Tracey and your extended family..Thinking of you at this sad time.
    R.I.P JOHN.

    Kathy RoseπŸ’πŸ’πŸ’

    Kathy Rose February 21, 2026
  10. John our neighbour for over 50 years.
    Our children grew up together and are still friends till this day. You + Tonia were an important part of their childhood memories. We’ll miss seeing you + Tonia walking around Newborough + Moe.
    Sending love to Tonia, Tracey, Peter + family.
    Rest peacefully now John.

    Janet Hutchison February 21, 2026
  11. Our sincere heartfelt condolences to Tonia, Tracey, Peter and family our hearts and thoughts go out to you on the sad loss of your beloved Jonh RIP πŸ™
    Monika and Tony Frendo

    Monika Frendo February 21, 2026
  12. RIP John we had some funny times at Rocklea back in the day, thinking of your family RIPπŸ™ David and Lee Anne Borg πŸ’™

    David Borg February 22, 2026
  13. I met John and Tonia in Adelaide in the 70s at Camelec cables where John was a Fitter and Turner and myself an Electrical Fitter. We always worked well together and we remained friends over all these years. He will be sadly missed Peter and Marlene

    Peter February 23, 2026