
Simon Townsend: Pioneer of Australian Children's Television
A tribute to Simon Townsend, creator of Wonder World, celebrating his contributions to Australian children’s television and his lasting legacy.
Born in Marigliano, Prov. Naples, Italy on February 2,1934
Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family in Adelaide, South Australia on November 22,2020
Aged 86 years
Beloved husband of Raffaela
Cherished father and father-in-law of Assunta and Rocco, Filippo and Cynthia, Maria and Mark, Giuseppe and Lianna
Adored Nonno of Anthony, John, Elysse, Nicolas, Joseph, Julia, Marcello, Matias, Mercer, Natalia and Massimo
Much loved son of Filippo and Maria (both deceased)
Reunited with his sisters and brother, sadly missed
Loved and remembered always by all his brothers, sister-in-laws and brother-in-laws, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends in Australia, Italy and Argentina
In lieu of flowers a donation in memory of Antonio may be made to Royal Adelaide Hospital Research Fund. Envelopes will be available at the Church
Rest In Peace
Due to the current Covid-19 funeral attendance restrictions will apply. Mass will be live streamed
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