OATES, Lance William
13.02.1950 – 14.09.2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Lance, aged 76 years with his loving family by his side.
Dearly loved husband of Luisa.
Much loved father of Janine and Graham, and father-in-law of Pete and Kellie. Adored Pop of Ayva, Callum, Charlize and Hudson.
Our heartfelt thanks to the medical teams at Monash Hospital Clayton for their exceptional care and compassion shown to Lance during his battle with this extremely rare disease where he was taken from us far too soon.
Forever in our hearts and now at peace.
Funeral NoticeLances service will also be livestreamed.
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Sending our deepest sympathy to Luisa and family. Lance was a lovely man and always had a smile whenever we seen him.
September 21, 2026
Linda & DavidSo sorry Luisa to hear of the passing of Lance condolences to you and your family thinking of you xxx
September 21, 2026So sorry to hear the passing of lance rest peacefully Frank Jeanette Tabone Vicky bounds 🙏🙏
September 21, 2026Dear Luisa and Family we are thinking of you all at this sad time. Lance was a lovely person to all he met.He will be dearly missed at the members draws.Please accept our heartfelt sympathy from both of us.Sue and Wayne Knibbs.
September 21, 2026A friendship formed on JayBee bus tours. Lance always had a friendly greeting and a cheery goodbye. Trips will not be the same without you Lance.
September 21, 2026Dear Luisa, Janine, Graham and families
September 21, 2026
Lance has been such a wonderful friend to us for the past 50 odd years and many laughs together. Our heart is broken and we will miss him dearly. Rest in peace our friend.
Love Phil and Kaye BroadbentAll our love and thoughts to you and all the family.love dice&mick
September 21, 2026Sincere condolences to Luisa and family on the loss of Lance.
September 21, 2026
A truly wonderful man gone too soon. Happy memories.
Tom and Pam PinkertonThinking of you Luisa and family sending my loving sympathy
September 21, 2026
I enjoyed our trips together and our Mid Vally catch ups. We will miss Lance ❤❤Fellow friend, fellow traveller.
September 21, 2026
Your final journey but will be remembered by many
Heartfelt sympathy to you Luisa,and the family.To Luisa and family ,
We were very sad to read where Lance had past away.
We met Lance at the CMGC on Wednesdays playing what’s called the chicken run 9 holes of golf.
He always said hello, what’s happening with interest with his cheeky smile with a drink in hand.
Our condolences are with you all.
RIP Lance, a great bloke.
Yours in golf Sue and Craig Gosling
September 21, 2026Thinking of you, Luisa and Family. I will always remember that cheeky laugh and your banter with Phil on our table at the RSL. You will be truely missed.
September 22, 2026My love to Luisa and family on the loss of Lance. Always a smile and loved the banter with Phil.You will be truly missed at RSL Members Draw on our table..Such a shock to hear of his passing.
September 22, 2026Dear Luisa and family
September 22, 2026
Our deepest sympathy and thoughts for your loss, words are not enough to express the emotions felt. Lance always had smile and the small talks we had we enjoyed. Lance was a really decent person and gentleman, not many in this world. We are happy to have known him. Our deepest 🙏 condolences .
Aldo ,Nuch and family.Dear Luisa, Janine, Graham and your extended family.
September 22, 2026
May the love and support of family and friends and all your beautiful memories of Lance comfort you at this sad time.
Lance was not just a great neighbour but a friend from St Vincent’s Junior Football Club days. He always up for a chat over the fence. He is so missed.
Much love to you, Julie (Barry Dec) Steven and all the Ryan familyDear Luisa and family,
September 23, 2026
I’m so sorry and shocked to hear of the passing of Lance.
My deepest condolences go out to you all at this very sad time.
Love Linda Casey xx