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RICHARDS, Ian (Dusty)

Born on February 6, 1949. Passed away October 15, 2026.

Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at LRH on October 15, 2026

Aged 77 Years.

Loving partner to Gayle.

Much loved father and father in-law of Sharon, Mandy (dec.), Paul and Joanne.

Adored Granddad to Lara, Hayden, and Lucas.

 

                    Reunited with his beloved little girl, Mandy

                                        Forever in our hearts

Funeral Notice
Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel 260 Princes Highway , TraralgonView Map
The Funeral Service for Mr Ian (Dusty) Richards will be held at Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel, 260 Princes Highway, Traralgon on FRIDAY (October 23, 2026) commencing at 11.00 am

At the conclusion of the Service, the Funeral will leave for the Gormandale Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, online donations to Fight Parkinsons Victoria would be appreciated, to make a donation, please CLICK HERE.
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Tributes

  1. R.I.P. Dusty true gentleman & good friend. Condolences to Gayle & Family

    Neil Starkey October 16, 2026

  2. To Sharon, Sticks and extended families. Sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. Always enjoyed talking cricket or footy with Dusty. He was a legend of a bloke…..RIP Dusty

    Brett Meyer October 16, 2026

  3. A true gentleman, Thank’s Dusty for the loan of your Benz
    So Lynton Alan & Myself to get our Endorsement .

    Graeme Crawford October 16, 2026

  4. RIP Dusty a true gentleman and great mate to Daisy Siddle

    Trish October 16, 2026

  5. Sorry to hear of Dusty’s passing. Condolences to the family
    RIP Dusty

    Cheryl Watson October 16, 2026

  6. Rip dusty, was always up for a chat at the footy and would do anything to help. Legend of a man and a great person. My condolences to Sharon, sticks and the rest of the family

    Gavin Batchelor October 16, 2026

  7. Deepest sympathies to Sharon, Sticks and Jo and family. Always remember Dusty “getting rid” of the magpie that swooped and pecked my head coming from Gormandale East Primary School, and of course all the times playing at Gormy where Dusty was fixture. RIP Dusty.
    Mick Meyer

    Mick Meyer October 16, 2026

  8. So sad to hear about your passing Dusty,you taught me how to drive trucks which I believe you were one of the best,Then I worked for you and you never questioned anything that I had done. You were a long time family friend to our family you will be sadly missed but never forgotten
    Greg & Paula

    Greg Cummins October 16, 2026

  9. Sincere condolences to Gayle & family… Dusty will be truly missed.. you were a true friend Dusty .. farewell mate .. Ollie ( & Gail )

    Gail Bianconi October 16, 2026

  10. Dusty was a great friend to Lino and I for many years and fortunate to have a few celebration together- we missed your visits and dry wit and know your in a better place now. Our sincere condolences to Gayle, Sharon, Paul, Joanne and families. We’ll miss you Dusty!

    Belinda and Lino Bortolin October 16, 2026

  11. R.I.P. Dusty a True Log Truck driver and friend.
    Condolences to Gayle and Family
    John Kennedy

    John Kennedy October 17, 2026

  12. To Sharon, Paul and family,
    So sorry to hear of Dusty’s passing. We have very fond memories of competing with Dusty around the Campdrafts and especially the guys trips to Warwick,.unfortunately we will be unable to attend his funeral as we are in QLD at this time of the year. RIP mate

    Ken and Alison Boulton October 18, 2026

  13. Rest in peace Dusty. A true gentleman, Deepest sympathy to family and friends.

    Bryan Lyons October 20, 2026

  14. Our deepest sympathies to Gail, Sharon, Paul and Jo and family.
    Rest in peace Dusty
    Kerrie, Chris & Family

    Kerrie Robertson October 21, 2026