HIGHDALE, Gavan John ‘Horny’

Born on September 5, 1965. Passed away October 3, 2023.

Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones, aged 58 years.

Much loved and adored husband of Leonie.

Fun loving father of Matthew, Nathan, Lachlan, Cameron, Holly and their partners.

‘Grumpy’ to granddaughter Harper.

Follow your Poppa.”

Funeral Notice
Chapel of North West Funerals 596 Deakin Avenue, MilduraView Map

Family and friends of the late Mr Gavan Highdale are respectfully informed that his funeral service will be conducted at the Chapel of North West Funerals, 596 Deakin Avenue, Mildura on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at 1.30pm.

At the conclusion of the service the cortege will proceed to the Mildura Lawn Cemetery (Lawn 2), Karadoc Avenue, Nichols Point.

To watch Gavan's service livestream or recording, click the link below:

WATCH GAVAN'S FUNERAL SERVICE HERE
Tributes
  1. Our Sympathy goes out to Auntie Isobel,Leonie and Family.No words will ease your pain but your memories will remain forever.
    Love to you all
    Greg ,Merinda and Family xxx

    Merinda Sandwith October 5, 2023
  2. Sincere condolences to all the family on the passing of Gavan. From Mike and Sandi Fitzpatrick and family.

    Sandra Fitzpatrick October 6, 2023
  3. Dear Leonie, Matt, Cameron, Nathan, Holly and families,
    We are so deeply saddened by the passing of Gavan..Such a fun spirited, family man, always up for a chat and a laugh. Thinking of you all at this extremely difficult and sad time, sending you all so much love and strength.

    Megan, Joy, Lindsay Laurie and families October 6, 2023
  4. Our thoughts are with you all on the sad passing of Gavin .Sue ,Bernie Gerard Kelly and Jess

    Sue, Bernie, Gerard Kelly and Jess October 7, 2023
  5. Our sincere condolences to Leonie and all of the Highdale family. Gav was a great guy and good customer of Mini Mix when we owned the business. Good memories are never forgotten. He will be dearly missed. Mick & Jo Bleeser.

    Jo Bleeser October 7, 2023
  6. Leonie my Deepest sympathy on your loss of Gavin
    My thoughts are with you and your family

    Carmel McCarthy of bread and butter bakery

    Carmel McCarthy October 7, 2023
  7. Dear Leonie, Matthew , Nathan,Lachlan, Cameron , Holly and family
    Omg we couldn’t believe this when we read in paper.
    There are no words to describe how you’re all feeling at this very sad time.
    Gavan was a true friend and loved by all, he will be missed

    Sorry we can’t be there
    Leonie and Des Thomas

    Leonie & Des Thomas October 7, 2023
  8. Dear Leonie,
    My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
    Remembering Gavan’s big smile, his sense of fun and his love of music.
    Thinking of you all.

    Janine Dellar xo

    Janine Dellar October 7, 2023
  9. To Leonie and ex family sending much love to you all Gavan played a big part in Sunraysia all those beautiful edges he put in so many gardens I was lucky to work with him when he done many flowerbeds in Deakin avenue when I worked for the council all those years ago always a joke a laugh great eye for detail and our trip to expo 88 when you two first meet great times gav he will be watching over you all rest easy mate Shirlene (cowey) hocking ray and Marcus

    Shirlene hocking October 7, 2023
  10. Sincere condolences to Leonid and family. Shocked and saddend by the news of Gavan’s passing. A great bloke and all-rounder good guy. Gave will be missed by many. Much love and sympathy from Christine and Jimmy.

    Christine McIntosh & Jimmy Annand October 8, 2023
  11. Our love and sympathy to Aunty Isobell, Leonie and all the family on the sad passing of Gavan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
    Love to you all,
    Ed (Uncle Chic), Cheryl, Neil and family.

    Cheryl Wallis October 8, 2023
  12. Dear Leonie, Matt, Lachlan, Cameron, Nathan, Holly and families,
    Sending my heartfelt condolences on the death of Gavan. I remember his involvement at the school when I was teaching at NPPS. A great family man and community member,
    Sincerely, Helen Stagg, Adelaide .

    Helen stagg October 8, 2023
  13. Dear Leonie, Matthew , Nathan, Lachlan, Cameron , Holly and family
    Incredible sad news to hear of Gav. From growing up with Gav he was a “character” – heart aches at times like this so our thoughts and love to you Leonie & family.

    Sorry we can’t be there.

    Paul and Sue Mulder

    Paul & Sue Mulder October 9, 2023
  14. Dear Leonie and family,
    Our heartfelt condolences to you at this sad, tragic time.
    Our thoughts have been with you all week, no words can truly comfort your sorrow.
    We will always remember Gavin’s big sunny smile and his cheeky personality.
    Sending you wishes of love and strength and blessings at this difficult time and for the future.

    You are in our prayers,
    With love from Rick & Naomi Fleming-Stuart.

    Rick Fleming-Stuart October 9, 2023
  15. Deepest sympathy on sad loss of Gavin , I will miss you having drinks together at the pub, Condolences to all the family.
    Frank and Elvera Cua.💐💐🙏🙏

    Elvera Cua October 9, 2023
  16. Many condolences to gav’s family on the sad loss of a very fun outgoing and genuine good bloke. Will remember all the good times had in the irymple pub rocking the juke box. Rest in peace mate hope the music is as good up there as it was all those nights.
    From Brett and Tamara johns

    Brett johns October 9, 2023
  17. Thoughts, love and prayers to you all Leonie, Holly, Cameron, Lachlan, Matt Nathan and partners on this very sad occasion
    Marlene, Bugs, Stacey 🥲❤️❤️

    Marlene byrnes October 9, 2023
  18. My sincerest and deepest sympathy to Leonie all the highdale family on the sudden passing of Gavan, always a smile on his face will be sadly missed by all
    my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time all

    Virginia Sylvia October 9, 2023
  19. I can’t say I’ve ever used the name Gavan, but I do have very fond memories of our times together – mostly over a beer or three and always with a lot of laughter. Sincere condolences to the family. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. RIP Horny. Johnsy in Adelaide

    Craig Johns October 10, 2023
  20. Dear Leonie,
    Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
    Remembering Gavan’s big smile and laughter are with us.
    Thinking of you all.

    Michael & Lyndall Mather

    Michael Mather October 10, 2023
  21. Top bloke who will be missed by many

    Amanda October 10, 2023
  22. Gav, thankyou for bringing so many laughs at work. It was always fun while you were on shift. The airport wasn’t the same after your ‘airline’ retirement. Fond memories of road trips with a titan engine in the back of the ute. Leonie – part of the airline crew – always smiling – the shaking of your head when Gav was up to something. Love you Both Mike and Leanne

    Michael Ferrett October 10, 2023
  23. Thinking of you all at this terribly sad time. Gavan would be so proud of you all.
    Hugs Sandy x

    Sandy Davison October 10, 2023
  24. So sorry to hear of the passing of Gavan. A lovely man whom always had a smile and ready for a chat. Deepest sympathies to Leonie and family.
    Jane Hill
    Robin & Margaret Hill

    Jane hill October 10, 2023
  25. To Leonie and family
    Our hearts go out to you at this extremely hard time on the loss of Gav . May he rest easy knowing he has blessed 4 peoples lives with the donation of life . Such a beautiful gift
    Love and strength to you all . Love The Galys xx

    Julie galbraith October 10, 2023