MAFS expert Mel Schilling dies aged 54
Mel Schilling, beloved MAFS relationship expert, has died aged 54 after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
18°CGERARDIS, Francesco
Born in
Oppido Mamertina,
Reggio Calabria, Italy
on 6 September 1933
Passed away peacefully surrounded by his
loving family
on 8 April 2026
Aged 92 years
Beloved husband of
Franca
Adored and loved father
and father-in-law of
Pino and Mirella,
Tina and John
Proud, loved and adored Nonno of
Michael,
Rose-Marie and Matthew,
Jessica and Sam,
Natalie and Daniel,
Tiana and Liam
Loving son of
Giuseppe and Concetta
(both dec)
Loving son-in-law of
Rocco and Caterina
(both dec)
Loving brother of
Luigi, Carmela and Pasquale
(all dec)
Loved and respected by all who knew him
Francesco will be lovingly remembered by all his nieces, nephews, extended family and friends in
Australia and Italy
Riposa in Pace
Caro Amore, Papa e Nonno
You were the most devoted, hardworking, loving, joyful and generous man -
the heart and patriarch of our family.
Your courage to embrace every challenge has inspired us to face life without fear. From your journey from Italy with only what you could carry, to building a life in Australia and raising a family, you are truly an inspiration to us all.
We will forever miss you,
our Francesco
We love you eternally,
may you rest in peace.
Please refer to a later edition of The Advertiser
for Funeral Details
BOWEN FUNERALS
8336 9994
Funeral by : Bowen Funerals
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