Reginald Donald Speldewinde
21 February, 1942 – 8 August, 2023
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Tam, Graham, Mikayla and family,
Deepest condolences, we loved spending time with your family, especially your friendly father. He always was there to listen, loved talking to Dave about soccer and always had a smile on his face.
We are gear for you all and will never forget Reg xxx
Reg, you are one of life’s true gentlemen. Everyone was welcomed into your family with kindness and an open heart. You were always interested to know about people, their lives and their own family. It’s been a pleasure to have been a part of your and Trisette’s life, thank you. Your legacy will forever live on through Tam & Chris.
RIP Reg 💜
Uncle Reggie was a big man with an even bigger heart. I remember, even as a child, feeling so welcomed and loved. His love for his family was the centerpiece of his life and I couldn’t be more proud to be a small part of that big life. To my Auntie Trissette, Tammy and Chris, sending you my deepest condolences and prayers during this difficult time. Love Jesse and Family. Xx
Trisette and family
My sincere condolences to you all. Reg was such a lovely neighbour; he was always so kind and friendly to me. I will miss our chats very, very much. He always had plenty of news for me - always up with the latest!
I will keep you in my prayers.
May all your wonderful memories give you great comfort; never to be forgotten.
JJ xx
Memories of working with you delivering food and liquor from Archie's great times R.I.P.
Memorable times lots of music and food good times R.I.P. Reg
I always loved coming to the parties for Tam, as I knew we were going to see you, Trisha, and the rest of the Speldewinde family. Reg, you really were a special person – your inner glow radiated, your charm, made people around you feel so special. You had a skill where you would make people feel at ease, and you always made sure Leon and I had something to eat and drink! Tam definitely takes after you!
We have just finished watching your service, and we admire what a beautiful family you had around you and how much you gave to life. You are an example of the saying "what you put into life, is what you get out of life" - and your life was full of love.
Leon and I are about to watch the Matildas' match, and I'm sure they will get a goal just for you. Thinking of you all. Sim and Leon x
A life well lived and celebrated with friends and those he loved.
Reggie will be missed by all, but especially his family and grandchildren. Loving, devoted, happy go lucky and welcoming to all is how he will be remembered ,as well as his love of partying, dancing and singing. 🌹
Words can’t encapsulate loss. My condolences go out to the Speldewindes and extended family. Such a tight knit clan with family at the very core of Reg and his very being. A warm and loving man. Rest In Peace amongst the stars. X
What a man,the service could have gone for 6 hours to talk about Reggie. We were outside the family unit but with Reg we were welcomed as part of it. Lee called him Uncle Reg. Both Reg and Trisette were always interested in what you had to say not that you got a great chance,Reggie could talk the leg off a chair. We were so disappointed we could not be there to farewell him as we both have the utmost respect for him. You would love to have had him as a Husband ,Father , Uncle , Grandfather, Father in Law we were privileged to be able to consider him a true friend and I think he felt that way about us. I know this time is hard for the family but you all have some fantastic memories to reminisce about. Reggie left nothing untied ,he took it all out on the park . Our sincere condolences to all family and friends and we are so lucky Reggie crossed our path RIP Reg
An incredible celebration of Reg's life - a wonderful man, friend, Husband, Pa and Dad, and he lives on in you all - you all did him proud.
Wednesday was a wonderful tribute and celebration to a life well lived.
RIP Reg 💗
Reg, I am going to miss your “always on “ energy and love of having a good time with your family and friends. Thankyou so much for making me apart of your family from the 1st day I arrived in Australia, for all the wonderful memories I will cherish : sharing so many delicious meals prepared by Trissette , for always extending that generosity to my mum and dad whenever they came to Australia , for supporting my family in so many ways : of how genuinely interested and supportive you always were in James cricket , so often coming to watch him , notably his premiership win in the 1sts when he was just 16 . Thankyou - love you , rest in peace xx Jo
Reggie's larger than life personality, humour, sense of fun & cheeky smile leave us with fond memories. He was so warm & welcoming; he made us feel like part of the family & we truly loved that. He brightened the room & the world. Our hearts are with Trissette, Tamara, Chris & family
Reg a beautiful man gone too soon. You always made Emilio and I feel so welcome and happy. So blessed to have had you in our lives even if it was short and sweet.
Condolences to Trissette, Tam, Chris and families xx
Rest in peace uncle Reggie, we will certainly miss your fun and jovial nature! Thank you for touching all our lives and for always bringing such positive energy to the room and for keeping my family close to your heart - for this I will always be grateful. Aunty Trisette, Tammy, Chris and family - our sincerest condolences to you all during this difficult time.
With much love,
Aneesha & Kanishka
What a beautiful service for a beautiful man. Thank you Aunty Tris, Tammy, Chris and family for making the live stream available so we could watch from overseas. It was and still is a shock to hear that Uncle Reggie is no longer with us. We will certainly miss seeing him at our many amazing family events. It was great knowing Uncle Reg and we’ll cherish all the time we got to spend together. We’re thinking of all our family in this very difficult time.
Rest In Peace, Uncle Reg.
Sebastian, Amelia & Jack xxx
To my Beautiful Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you this day as you all celebrate the extraordinary Life of Uncle Reggie. I will always remember his wonderful joyful embrace , huge smile and fun just written all over him!
So much love
Jem and Family xxxx
We are so sad that you have lost your beloved Reg and so suddenly. We send our love and hugs to you all to help get you through this terrible time. We are sorry that we are so far away. We will miss Reg very much as he was the life and soul of every party and lived life to the fullest. Reg was very generous and he loved entertaining and feeding everyone and we were grateful recipients on many occasions. He loved his family so very much and was obviously so proud of you all. We are so grateful that we saw Reg and Trisette just before we left Australia on holiday. We have so many happy memories of Reg including in England. We hope your day of celebrating Reg’s wonderful life goes as well as possible. Love and hugs Michael and Lorraine xxxxxxx
Thanks Reg for always being so supportive. It was always great to have a chat with you about the Pies. Always loved seeing you with your family. Thanks for your encouragement and interest in our family.
Love from
Brian, Bridgette, Harry, Ned and Felix
Your warmth and kindness and joy of life was the first thing one felt on meeting you Reg, your love for your beautiful wife, your beautiful children and their families was palpable. Thank you for generously accepting me and mine into your family. Thank you for loving my brother Graham and Mikayla. May your journey to the next place be joyous. May peace and happiness and love envelop you and surround you. Sending much love from us all, Margaret, Malcolm, Larissa, Marua, Allan and Donna
Both myself and Jean are very saddened to hear of the recent passing of Reg, together with his wife Trisette, the were somebody we had got to know very well, over our many visits to Australia.
It was always an absolute delight, to be entertained by them both enjoying the special crab curry.
Our condolences lay with you all at this very difficult time.
Love to all,
Jean and Keith.
Always the life of the party, uncle Reg was a fantastic man, always up for a wonderful chat. He’s beloved pies always a topic a heart against my saints! So glad he was able to enjoy the family’s love and joy at every opportunity. He will be dearly missed and loved.
Dearest Trisette, Tam, Chris, Gin, Hugo, Lola, Graham & Mikayla,
With a heavy heart we send our condolences to you all on the passing of a beloved husband, father, father in law, grand father, brother, uncle and friend.
Reg was a special uncle who always cared about our well-being. We will miss him tremendously, especially at our family gatherings.
RIP dearest Reg in your new home, which is our Lord’s Kingdom. 🙏♥️🙏
With all our love Larry & Virginia xx
Tris, Tam and Chris, my condolences at the passing of Reggie. A great man and like a second dad for much of my teenage years. I loved the parties, music and family gatherings. Reggie loved a dance and a drink. Will be sorely missed and hope you celebrate a man who loved life.
What a warm, welcoming and humble man you were Reg, you always made people feel at home. Your legacy will continue to live on and thrive through your wonderful wife, children and grandchildren. You were greatly loved by your family and friends and will be forever missed. Wishing you all peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow. Lots of love Nav, Paula, Talissa, Natalia, Hunter and Alexa xx
Dearest Uncle Reg,
Your passing away was such a shock to all of us. You were my Dad's favourite brother as you were the youngest in the speldewinde siblings of 7. Uncle Reg you always opened the doors of your home to Ashley and myself and never failed to call us over to your home whenever we visited aussy. Your loss to the family will be deeply missed. We have the consolation that you are now reunited with your loving parents, Dad and U Ian in the beautiful Garden God has created for you all.
May your Soul RIP.
Your loving Niece
Michelle
Dearest Speldewinde family,
I didn’t know Reg that well but I do know that his love of family and his influence on all of your lives was profound. He’s touched so many but his legacy lives on in all of you. And he loved an event, just like you Tam. All the best for tomorrow xx
Reggie you were one of the kindest people I had the pleasure of knowing and spending time with when I was in Australia all those years ago. I’m so sad to hear of your passing and will remember you fondly. Sleep Tight x
Love Abbie, Isobel & William x
I have lost an uncle and a mate, loved your company, loved you, parties will never be the same, no more belly dancing, miss , David Puta my favourite nephew and Matchung when are you coming over for dinner , miss my calls after every Collingwood game.
Will always remember the rugby games, you, dad, uncle Ian sitting on the balcony having a scotch or 20, I just hope the liquor cabinet is full when you get there and you will be with your buddy Loz again, leave me a bottle when I get there I want to enjoy our times together again.
Never forget you Reg
Miss you heaps mate x
Dear Tris, Chris, Tam, Gin, Graham, Hugo, Lola and Mikayla.
Our deepest condolences to you all. The world has lost a wonderful man and he will be very much missed.
Will always remember our chats at school pick up many years ago and Scarlett talking about when you picked her up with Lola to take her dancing after feeding them pies and sausage rolls. Scarlett has such fond memories and we are grateful to you for your kindness.
RIP beautiful Reggie
Love Steve, Renee and Scarlett xxx
Our deepest sympathies to Trissete, Tammy, Chris and families at this sad time.
Thoughts and prayers are with you all🙏🙏
Dear Tam and family,
Our condolences and love to you all.
Always in our thoughts
❤️
Kaz, Tong, Indi, Jayden
Dear Chris, Gin and families
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time.
Love Janine Cameron & Family
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