
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.
June 12, 1923 - August 9, 2024
Passed away peacefully at Balaklava Hospital.
Aged 101 years.
Loved husband of the late Merle.
Dearly loved dad and father-in-law of Malcolm and Jo May, Margaret and the late Bevan Baker, Janice and Murray Smith, Dianne and Marc van Kleef.
Adored papa of Nick and Amy, Simon and Karla, and Susannah and Joe; Kelly and Andrew, and Abbey; Carly and Greg, Erin and Michael, and Jess and Eoin; Sophie and Heath, and Sam.
Doting Papa and Big Papa of 19 great-grandchildren.
Family, farming, community and faith - a long life well lived.
Loved and remembered always.
Funeral by : Taylor & Forgie: Cowan Street Gawler Funerals
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