MELENHORST, Bernardus C.A. (Ben)
MELENHORST, Bernardus C.A. (Ben)
23.06.1936 – 29/9/2025
Husband of Faye (62yrs)
Father of Stephen, Nigel, Belinda, Daniel and families
Poppa to his extended family of grandchildren and great-grandchildren
R.I.P
Funeral NoticeAt the conclusion of Mass, the Funeral will leave for the Traralgon Cemetery, Gippsland Memorial Park.
The Requiem Mass for Ben will also be livestreamed.
To view the livestream, please CLICK HERE
Fond memories of Ben. A talented musician. Deepest sympathy to Fay and family
October 6, 2025We will always remember Ben for always being present, thoughtful and kind. We especially loved hearing stories about your younger days together. All our love.
October 6, 2025
Uwa and Greg ImhagweThinking of Faye and family at this sad time. All our love from the Rijs family.
October 7, 2025RIP Ben.
October 7, 2025
TO the Melenhorst Families, please accept my condolences.
One of natures lovliest men.
AdeleSincere condolences to Faye and all the Melenhorst
October 7, 2025
families. Ben was a wonderful man , generous and
hardworking in St Michael’s parish.
R I P Ben
Chris Glaubitz and familyFond memories of a beautliful family friend, Ben, Mr Melenhorst. I recall making you cups of coffee, when I did a stint in the office, at Gippsland Cement. Visits when we were kids. You had exquisite hand writing. You were a wonderful friend to my Mother & Father & to hear you sing & play the organ, was amazing. Many a memory, that I will hold dear. Lifetime memories. My condolonces to Fay, Stephen, Nigel, Belinda, Daniel & their families. All my Love Martha (van Vondel) & Steve Truin RIP Ben
October 7, 2025Heartfelt reflections of my father-in-law,
warmly remembered as ‘Poppa’ by our children.
Thank you for raising the man I love.
May we meet again in a much better place.To Faye and the family,
Our love, thoughts, and prayers are with you through this difficult time.With lots of love from Natalie, Zack, Ben, Sam, and Mikaylah
Revelation 21:4
October 8, 2025
“ And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain…”RIP uncle Ben. Condolences to aunty Faye , Steven, Nigel, Belinda, Daniel and families. Uncle Ben has now reunited with the family members gone before. Love and prayers 🙏. Yvonne Waanders
October 8, 2025