Born March 29, 1952. Passed away June 12, 2026.

Passed away peacefully at Benalla Health after a brave battle

Aged 74 Years.

Loved and loving Husband of Maree (Married 54 Years).

Much loved and adored Father and Father-In-Law of Jason and Melissa, Simon and Kathleen, Aaron (dec), and Anita.

Loved and adored “Opa/Pa” to Abbey and Jayden; Alex and Cara;  Scarlett and Makayla; Archer and Noah and Great Pa to Daisy and Charlie.

“To the world you were one, but to us you are the world”

As per Jeff’s wishes, no funeral service to be held

Private Cremation

Maree and family would like to sincerely thank the following for the exceptional care given to Jeff and the family thoughout his illness:

The staff of Church Street Surgery, Doctors Nathan Fahn and Ryan Waddell, the Benalla Palliative Care Team and the District Nurses, and all the nurses/ staff of Benalla Hospital

Tributes

1. So very sad news . My thoughts are with you Maree and all your beautiful family. Treasure all those beautiful memories and they will help and guide you through this difficult days ahead. My thoughts are of you and your loved ones.Gayle Rheese and family

   Gayle Rheese

   June 17, 2026 2:39 pm

2. Saying goodbye hurts,
   But having you as a brother was one of the greatest gifts of my life,
   I will miss you Jeff,
   Rest in the arms of Mum and Dad.
   Max and Sharon.

   Max Kaine

   June 17, 2026 12:50 pm

3. RIP Dad.
   Even though you are gone, you will never be forgotten. You will forever remain in our hearts and minds, and you will always be loved.

   You are now reunited with Nana, Pa, and Aaron.

   Forever loved and deeply missed.

   From Jason and Melissa
   Grandkids Abbey and Jayden
   Great-Grandkids Daisy and Charlie ❤️

   Jason Kaine

   June 16, 2026 4:17 pm

4. Jeff you may be gone but will never be forgotten, to Maree and family to lose this great man and mate we will never forget him.RIP Jeff. love Graham and ANTHEA

   Graham Park

   June 16, 2026 3:59 pm