
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.
Jay passed away suddenly but peacefully at his home on Thursday 30 March in the garden which gave him so much pleasure and inspiration. Loved and loving husband of Rita for over 69 years. Father to Julia, Stella, Paul, Bill, Linda, and their partners. Brother to Fran, Grandfather to Amanda, Ben, Natasha, Toni, Kate, Daniel, Martin, Nicholas, Emma, Steven, Tim, Emily, and their partners. Great Grandfather to Jaxon, Charlie, Lochie, Archie, Liam and Hayden.
Thank you for everything that you have done for us and the opportunities that you provided. We will all miss you but will always have many fond memories of the times spent together. An eventful journey over 90 years from rural Yugoslavia to peaceful Somers with smatterings of chaos along the way. Now time for you to rest.
A private family funeral will be held on 20 April 2023.
Funeral by : Le Pine Funerals Hastings
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