TEWIERIK, Theodore William (Theo)

Born on September 13, 1943. Passed away September 18, 2025.

Born in the Netherlands, proud Australian, died suddenly, though peacefully, at Latrobe Regional Health.

Loving husband of Judy.

Loving father of Corrina & Paul (Chalmers), Leonie, Geoffrey & Nicole, Michael & Fiona, Chiara & Dave (Collins), Tim & Rachel, and our cat, Meggie.

Loving Opa of Cameron, Emily, Rachel & Krysten. Artemis, Zac & Lydia. Maaike & Eliana. Lochlan & Calvin. Mara, Ayla & Lila.

Brother to Tonny (dec), George, Louis, John, Marcel (dec) & Paul.

A creative woodworker, avid reader and passionate gardener, we will miss all the deliveries… Thanks for all the vegies Theo!

Funeral Notice
Lumen Christi Catholic Church 35 Williams Avenue, ChurchillView Map
Requiem Mass for the Repose of the soul of Mr Theodore 'Theo' William Tewierik will be offered at Lumen Christi Catholic Church, 35 Williams Avenue, Churchill on FRIDAY (October 03, 2025) at 2.00 pm.

At the conclusion of Mass, the Hearse will depart for a Private Cremation.
Tributes
  1. Our condolences to Judy and all your family on the passing of Theo. Our thoughts are with you all Lyn & Ron

    Lyn & Ron Cook September 23, 2025
  2. Deepest Sympathy Judy and family. You’ve joined a group we never wanted to be in losing our loved one. Memories of you taking over from me as Quartermaster for Churchill Scout Group. So long ago. Thank you.

    MARG.

    Margaret Bruerton September 23, 2025
  3. Sincere condolences to Judy, Tim and all the family at this very sad time. Anne and Bruno Peterson

    Anne Peterson September 23, 2025
  4. Sincere condolences to Judy and family on the passing of Theo. Sorry for your loss – Our family are thinking of you all in this difficult time. May Theo rest in peace.

    Lorraine & Mike Bissett September 24, 2025
  5. Last sendoff wishes to my brother,rest in peace Theo,condolences to Judy and all the family,from your brother Lou

    Louis tewierik September 24, 2025
  6. Loving brother of George and dear brother in law of Marie,thanks for all the garden advice over the years and many other memories,condolences to Judith and family from George, Marie ,Linda,Debbie ,Paula and their families.

    George Te wierik. September 24, 2025
  7. Sincere condolences to you and your family Judy, may he rest in peace.

    Gail Whyms September 24, 2025
  8. Our Condolences to Judy, and all my cousin’s and their families, on the passing of Uncle Theo. Reunited with his brothers Tonny and Cel. Rest in Peace. Donna, Craig, Saskia, Madison and Chelsey Webster and families.

    Donna Webster September 25, 2025
  9. Dear Judy and family, very sorry to hear of the sad loss of Theo. – a very generous and kind man. With deepest sympathy Pam Crowley.

    Pam Crowley September 25, 2025
  10. Dear Judy,

    We are deeply saddened to hear of Theo’s passing. Please accept our heartfelt condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. The love and support of all will hopefully bring you comfort and cherished memories in the days ahead.

    With deepest sympathy.
    te Wierik Family (Geelong)

    te Wierik Family (Geelong) September 25, 2025
  11. We were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of our dear friend Theo.
    We will miss our regular catch-ups and his wisdom on many subjects.
    Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with Judy and her family at this difficult time.
    Theo’s life and legacy will remain an enduring inspiration to us all.
    RIP Mr T.
    Paul and Heidi Devlin

    Paul Devlin September 25, 2025
  12. Sending condolences to Judy and family on the passing of Theo many years ago he took our wedding photos another long term residence of Churchill Val and Lyndon Giles

    Val Giles September 25, 2025
  13. Deepest sympathy to Judy and family on the loss of Theo. From our early days at Yallourn Tech. To our men’s gatherings at Tamboritha. Thanks for your knowledge in the veggie garden.
    Rest in peace old friend.
    Paul and Pam

    Paul Vanderzalm September 25, 2025
  14. Loving brother of Cel (dec) and brother in law of Janine. Fond uncle of Jason and Lauren and their families. Sincere condolences to Judy and families. Many great memories

    Janine September 25, 2025
  15. Deepest sympathy Judy to you and all the family so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you

    Mary Giddens

    Mary Giddens September 26, 2025
  16. Sincere condolences to the family, thoughts are with you all, may the happy memories remain forever.

    The VIC Team September 26, 2025
  17. Dear Judy,
    Deeply saddened to hear of Theo’s passing away. May God strengthen and comfort you and the family during this difficult and sad time.
    May Theo Rest in Peace!
    Yvonne and Mike Matthyssen

    Yvonne Matthyssen September 27, 2025
  18. Our sincere condolences to you Judy and family.
    Love from John and Marie Thomas

    Jan piet aka john THomas September 27, 2025
  19. Our deepest sympathy to you Judy, your children and their families and to all that love Theo. R.I.P.
    Fred and Maryke DeGuara

    Maryke DeGuara September 28, 2025
  20. Dear Judy and family.
    Sincere condolences to you and
    all your family on the sad loss of
    a wonderful husband father and
    opa .
    May he rest in peace.
    Chris Glaubitz , and on behalf of
    our Kildare Old Girls’ group .

    Chris Glaubitz September 29, 2025
  21. Condolences to Judy & family.
    Thinking of you at this sad time.

    Margaret Cain

    Margaret Cain. September 29, 2025
  22. Sincere condolences to Judy and family. Brother Theo will.be sadly missed. Love John, Sue and family.

    John tewierik September 30, 2025
  23. Sincere condolences to Judy and your family on the passing of Theo

    Sonia Williams October 1, 2025
  24. My Condolences Judy. Theo was a funny stubborn yet sturdy man. His love for his family was unquestioning and strong.

    Julien. October 3, 2025
  25. Theo, what a lovely soul you were to my mother helping her out with her garden regularly and putting up with my father in the process. Tewierik’s have been known to our family since we moved to Churchill in 1984 particularly through my brothers at Lumen Christi with Michael and Myself at CRC with Corrine and Leonie. Mum of course with the church and Lumen Christi knew everyone and in particular those with giving and caring natures. I got to know Theo with my infrequent visits back to Australia or regular FaceTimes with mum and dad and could see how much Theo did for them. What an incredible commitment he made of his time, knowledge and care. A man of clear principles and awareness of morals his soul shone like a beacon.

    requiescat in pace Theo.

    Ben Parer October 3, 2025