2 June 1944 - 15 July 2025
Tribute
In loving memory of John Sanderson.
Late of Ballina, and formerly of Geelong, Victoria.
Passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones, aged 81 years.
Dearly loved, & loving Husband of 57 years to Elwyn.
Much loved Father and Father-In-Law of Wayne & Cheryl, and Brian & Kylie.
Cherished Pa of Paris, Alannah (‘P & Pops’), Will and Harry.
Much loved Brother of Maureen(dec) & Margaret, and Brother-In-Law of John, Ted(dec) and Lesley.
Forever in our hearts.
Funeral Details
As per John’s wishes, a Private Service has been held.
11 replies on “SANDERSON, Godfrey John”
We will miss you dearly Dad.
We love you very much and your strength, resilience and determination to be the very best you could will live on in us until we all meet again.
Love always Wayne, Cheryl, P and Poppy xxx
Till we meet againl Lad thanks for being the best big brother and brother in law any one could wish for RIP❤️
SANDERSON, JOHN
Aunty Elwyn,Wayne,Brian and Families our thoughts and Love go out to you all 🩷💙💙.
A loyal family member who had enormous strength and determination, a fighter till the end .
He will be fondly remembered by us all 💙🍺
Debbie and Mark 😘.
I will always remember John welcoming me into the Sanderson home as children. The fishing trips on the bay and hunting out in the bush. The squash games down at the Belmont Courts. Stern when we needed guidance, but always caring and keeping an eye out as we learnt to find our way through our youth. A lovely man.
Condolences to Elwyn, Wayne, Brian and Families .
Powell Family
I will always remember John welcoming me into the Sanderson home as children. The fishing trips on the bay and hunting out in the bush. The squash games down at the Belmont Courts. Stern when we needed guidance, but always caring and keeping an eye out as we learnt to find our way through our youth. A lovely man.
Condolences to Elwyn, Wayne, Brian and Families .
Powell Family
John a true gentleman, always a smile and a great chat , Ken and I both enjoyed John’s chats , catching up on news from Warrnambool and Port Fairy , when John came into the boat shop .
Sending condolences to the family 💐
It is with great sadness that I write this message. I am so grateful to John and Elwyn Sanderson for opening their home to me when I needed it most.
John, thank you for all the great times you helped create during the good old court days. As a young man, you had more of an influence on me than you probably realised — and for that, I thank you.
And when you have a beer with Pat and Rod, please thank them too. 🍻
Condolences to Elwyn, Wayne, Brian and Families.
Cheers,
Deano and family.
John was a hardworking man that cared deeply for his family.
He was a great friend who loved life.
I have some awesome childhood memories of holidays & fun times in the crt
Sending love & hugs Elwyn, Wayne, Brian &
families ❤️
Michelle+ Brett +Lachlan+ Ashlyn Hobbs
So many wonderful memories of the times we shared with Dad and as a family. He was determined to live life to the full and battle on whatever the challenge. Always caring, supportive and helping guide us through life. Will be sadly missed. But in our hearts and thoughts forever.
Love Brian, Kylie, Will and Harry❤️❤️❤️
Elwyn,Wayne,Brian and Families condolences on the passing of Uncle John.
We enjoyed a lot of fun times growing up as kids skiing, fishing and spending holidays and Christmas together.
Uncle John demonstrated his strength and determination right up too his passing.
He will be fondly remembered.
James, Tracey and families. 🙏🏼❤️
It is with great sadness that I write this message. I so grateful to John and Elwyn Sanderson for opening their home to me when I needed it most.
John, thank you for all the great times you helped create during the good old court days. As a young man, you had more of an influence on me than you probably realised — and for that, I thank you.
And when you have a beer with Pat and Rod, please thank them too. 🍻
Condolences to Elwyn, Wayne, Brian and Families.
Cheers,
Deano and family.