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    Celebrating the life of

    Greg Doolan

    19 May 1953 - 16 Feb 2017

    Family and friends

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    πŸ•― Elizabeth Hartshorn lit a candle Go gently Greg. Music Heaven has another angel. Bless.

    Elizabeth Hartshorn22 Feb 2017

    πŸ•― coralie hamilton lit a candle You bought so much joy to many people. I did not see a lot of you but I know that you were a good person and you will be missed. R.I.P Greg

    coralie hamilton22 Feb 2017

    πŸ•― Paul McGovern lit a candle The best mate and supporter anyone could hope for...always there with a word of advice or encouragement and always delivered with a smile...you are one in a million mate...I will always love you and cherish our great friendship

    Paul McGovern22 Feb 2017

    πŸ•― Glenda Bowers lit a candle You will be missed by all who knew you. Sadest of condolences to all your family and friends. Let your light shine Greg rest in peace. Bowers family (George & Joan of Bracken Ridge have known you since 1974).

    Glenda Bowers22 Feb 2017

    πŸ•― Ross McLean lit a candle Great people, pass all but too soon, as he had only a short time to leave his footprints in the everlasting musical sand of time. Best mates never part as you will always be with me. Rest well mate.

    Ross McLean22 Feb 2017

    πŸ•― Danni hogan lit a candle Goodbye My Dearest Friend, You have been like a brother to me for over 40 years, an inspiration in good times and bad times you shall live on in my heart forever my deepest condolances, prayers and love to Laura and the family. Danni and Paul Hogan.

    Danni hogan22 Feb 2017

    πŸ•― Merilyn Probst lit a candle Forever remembered. Forever missed.

    Merilyn Probst22 Feb 2017

    🌷 Elizabeth Hartshorn gave a flower

    Elizabeth Hartshorn22 Feb 2017

    πŸ•― Lynette Edwards lit a candle RIP, Greg

    Lynette Edwards22 Feb 2017

    πŸ•― Roseanne Holliday lit a candle For all the love and laughter...Thankyou. Soar high Greg.

    Roseanne Holliday22 Feb 2017

    🌷 Elizabeth Hartshorn gave a flower

    Elizabeth Hartshorn22 Feb 2017

    πŸ•― Wendy Cawte lit a candle Flying up from Adelaide to be there for your fare well tour. Miakarla and I loved everything about you and Laura - much love. xx

    Wendy Cawte22 Feb 2017

    🌷 Donna Lowe gave a flower

    Donna Lowe23 Feb 2017

    πŸ•― Sue Hutchison lit a candle On behalf of Freedom Coasters, Gold Coast, we will miss you.

    Sue Hutchison23 Feb 2017

    πŸ•― Carmel lit a candle RIP Greg Doolan. So sad that you are departing this earthly music stage so soon. You will never be forgotten. Time to now rock with the Angels. Thank you. Carmel Dendle ex circuit band member... "Tenderness"

    Carmel -23 Feb 2017

    πŸ•― Donna Lowe lit a candle May the music and the laughs continue up there in heaven and may the Angels take care of you

    Donna Lowe23 Feb 2017
    23 Feb 2017

    Wendy Cawte

    πŸ•― Pat Moore lit a candle True entertainer and good sport. Knew him and the Waks well since Seagulls "Zoo" days. Such a loss.

    Pat Moore23 Feb 2017

    πŸ•― Donna Lowe lit a candle I have been a huge fan since the Kuraby Hotel days - I always thought that you would be around always and to hear of your passing brings me huge grief .. I will always remember your smile your humpour and of course the music No one ever sang American Trilogy as good as you did .. Always be in my heart and I will always co...

    Donna Lowe23 Feb 2017
    23 Feb 2017

    Donna Lowe

    23 Feb 2017

    White Lady Funerals

    So sorry and shocked to hear the Sad News of Greg's passing - we didn't know him personally but enjoyed his and Wickety Wak's entertaining Shows for many years. We saw the Boys at Twin Towns in 2016 for a re-union Show, and Greg played a Solo on his Guitar. So wonderful and memorable. He really made that Guitar sing to the Audience. Our Family sen...

    Stone Family Stone Family23 Feb 2017

    πŸ•― Graham Stephenson lit a candle To our dear and wonderful friend Greg. We are missing you so much. Your music and personality brought joy and happiness into our lives We always will love you and never forget you, and our love and thoughts are for beautiful Laura. Sincere thoughts from Marjolyn and Graham.

    Graham Stephenson24 Feb 2017
    25 Feb 2017

    Karen Teagle

    25 Feb 2017

    Duncan Stuart

    πŸ•― Duncan Stuart lit a candle We have too suddenly and so sadly lost the indefatigable and irreplaceable Greg Doolan, the undisputed giant of Qld FUN MUSIC cabaret since 1975. He was and remains THE inspiration for many of us wannabies also committed to FUN MUSIC cabaret. Fortunately for me in these tragic circumstances, I last saw GD in TOP form o...

    Duncan Stuart25 Feb 2017

    πŸ•― Barry Miller lit a candle Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal. May the constant love of caring friends soften your sadness. May cherished memories bring you the moments of comfort. May lasting peace surround your grieving heart. My deepest sympathy to Laura and family. It was a real privilege to...

    Barry Miller26 Feb 2017

    🌷 Neville Pedersen gave a flower It's a crying shame to loose Greg a friend for 24 years. To Laura and all the DOOLAN clan my dèepest sympathy and respect for a great man who always had smile on his face. A great entertainer but a greater human being. With respect Neville Pedro Pedersen Goombungee and Booduh

    Neville Pedersen27 Feb 2017

    πŸ•― andrea boeck cooper lit a candle . My beautiful grandma Kitty Pete used to be a comedian with Greg's father , on the stage. She spoke of you often and that is how I learned of Wickety Wack. Sending my love and strength to your family at this sad and difficult time.

    andrea boeck cooper27 Feb 2017

    πŸ•― Duncan Stuart lit a candle When I recorded Greg with Normie Rowe on 17 Dec 2016 at Twin Towns I was worried that this could be the last time I'd see Normie Rowe ... it was then not possible that Greg Doolan would soon be lost to us all. Greg's loss leaves a HUGE legacy and he made a big difference - the world is a much better place because of th...

    Duncan Stuart27 Feb 2017

    πŸ•― Marie Crawford lit a candle RIP Greg. Thanks for the happy memories and great entertainment. With love from Marie & Terry Crawford

    Marie Crawford28 Feb 2017
    28 Feb 2017

    Anita Hicks Playing for Aussie Red Hat Day

    πŸ•― Harry Ash lit a candle OMG I feel so sad. I could not make the service because of work commitments. I wish all the most compassion to Laura and the family. I hope to catch up later Laura. They broke the mould when he was born. There will never be another loveable Greg. I miss him. Cheers Harry and Verg.

    Harry Ash28 Feb 2017

    🌷 Susan Betts gave a flower Thank you for your ability to bring light into the lives of so many people for so many years and thank you for your generosity to your fans.

    Susan Betts28 Feb 2017

    πŸ•― Karen Teagle lit a candle My parents met Greg and Laura many years ago when they would play at Burleigh Bears. I remember they would go and dance every weekend that Greg and Laura were playing. Soon after the whole Family would come and enjoy the music and dancing. Everyone always had a fantastic time when Greg and Laura were playing! They soon ...

    Karen Teagle28 Feb 2017

    πŸ•― Lesley lit a candle My deepest condolences to the entire Doolan family. I remember Greg from the good old Kuraby with his early Wickety Wak days & watched them grow into the sensational cabaret band we all love - I've never known such a diverse performer, he certainly was the epitome of his craft. He always made time for his endless fans who fo...

    Lesley -28 Feb 2017
    28 Feb 2017

    Graham Stephenson

    πŸ•― Ross Winn lit a candle

    Ross Winn1 Mar 2017
    1 Mar 2017

    Ross Winn

    πŸ•― Duncan Stuart lit a candle Too short glimpse from yesterday's funeral/memorial https://youtu.be/LL7uzndWFjc

    Duncan Stuart1 Mar 2017
    1 Mar 2017

    Beverly Barnett (Performer)

    πŸ•― Ross Winn lit a candle R I P good friend Keep Rock'n and keep Smiling Love from Ross and Lyndell Winn and the Bayside Rockers.

    Ross Winn1 Mar 2017
    17 May 2017

    Michael Burton Wickety Wak & Mike Burton & Alyshia Burton

    πŸ•― Michael Burton lit a candle Hi Big Buddy,,, Thank you for 33 wonderful years as my Mate,,,,We saw a lot & went thru a lot together,, I am going to miss our times together Mate But you will always be in my Heart & Thoughts.. Love Ya Greggles... RIP until we meet again

    Michael Burton17 May 2017
    17 May 2017

    Michael Burton

    17 May 2017

    Michael Burton Greg with Alyshia Burton

    πŸ•― Michael Burton lit a candle Happy Birthday Greg for tomorrow the 19th May,,, I will be having a Beer or 2 for you & thinking of you...All the Best my Mate

    Michael Burton18 May 2017

    πŸ•― Roseanne Holliday lit a candle Happy Birthday Greg...hope you're jammin' away somewhere. Love and light....Roseanne x

    Roseanne Holliday19 May 2017
    20 May 2017

    Michael Burton

    20 May 2017

    Michael Burton

    20 May 2017

    Michael Burton

    πŸ•― Roseanne Holliday lit a candle One year on and I miss your voice and your smile and your larger than life presence. I think of you often and know that wherever you are you’re okay, because you lived this life with a generous heart and always gave of yourself to others. Rest easy you beautiful soul.

    Roseanne Holliday16 Feb 2018

    πŸ•― Michael Burton lit a candle One year ago today we said our goodbye,, not a day goes by that I don't think about you Mate, the many happy memories of our very long friendship.. miss you heaps Mate & always will

    Michael Burton1 Mar 2018

    πŸ•― Roseanne Holliday lit a candle Happy Birthday Greg.... you’re sharing the date with a royal wedding now. I’d love to hear the joke you would somehow make out of all that... it’d be a good one. Thanks for all the laughs xo

    Roseanne Holliday19 May 2018

    πŸ•― Michael Burton lit a candle Wow another year without you Mate & another Birthday roles around,, Have a Happy Birthday Mate, I wish you were here to celebrate it with... Miss you heaps my big buddy,, I will be making sure I will be having a beer or 2 with you today.. always in my thoughts & heart Mate.

    Michael Burton19 May 2018

    πŸ•― Michael Burton lit a candle Another Christmas without you here to celebrate with Mate,, I hope you have a great one.. Miss you you big buddy.. I will have a drink or 2 for you.. always in my heart & thoughts Mate.. RIP & God Bless

    Michael Burton28 Dec 2018

    πŸ•― Roseanne Holliday lit a candle Another year without you here making people happy through the gift of your song and good humor. Songs pop up on the radio that bring back such happy memories.... I’ll never forget... Rest easy Greg x

    Roseanne Holliday16 Feb 2019

    πŸ•― Michael Burton lit a candle Another year flys by without you here my Mate,,, Miss you heaps but you always live on in my many happy memories of our long friendship we had together... you will always be in my thoughts & heart Mate until we meet up again.. RIP my Friend

    Michael Burton16 Feb 2019

    πŸ•― Michael Burton lit a candle Wow yet another year flys by without you Mate & another Birthday roles around,, Have a Happy Birthday Mate, I wish you were here to celebrate it with... Miss you heaps my big buddy,, I will be making sure I will be having a beer or 2 with you today.. always in my thoughts & heart Mate... hope you are celebrating with ...

    Michael Burton19 May 2019

    πŸ•― Roseanne Holliday lit a candle Happy Birthday Greg...hope it’s a good one, wherever you are.

    Roseanne Holliday19 May 2019
    22 Jun 2019

    Michael Burton I miss you each & every day Mate

    πŸ•― Michael Burton lit a candle Hi again Mate, Well another Christmas has come & gone....Miss not having you here for our Xmas get togethers but I did have a nice day with Laura & a drink to you the other day... Miss you heaps Mate, always in my thoughts & heart Mate

    Michael Burton28 Dec 2019

    Listened to New Horizons today and smiled. You may have left this world but your spirit lives on Greg. Always remembered

    Roseanne Holliday16 Feb 2020

    πŸ•― Michael Burton lit a candle Hi Mate, I can't believe it has been 3 years since you were taken from this world,,Not a day goes by that you are not on my mind & in my heart...I will always cherish the long mate ship we had over many happy years...always in my my memories mate..until we meet again

    Michael Burton16 Feb 2020

    πŸ•― Michael Burton lit a candle Hi Mate, I can't believe it has been 3 years since you were taken from this world,,Not a day goes by that you are not on my mind & in my heart...I will always cherish the long mateship we had over many happy years...always in my my memories mate..until we meet again

    Michael Burton16 Feb 2020

    πŸ•― Michael Burton lit a candle Happy Birthday Greg, another one has rolled around mate, I wish you were here to have a Beer or 2 to celebrate with..Not a day goes by without me thinking about you & our Long friendship...Miss you heaps Mate forever in my Heart and thoughts

    Michael Burton18 May 2020

    πŸ•― Roseanne Holliday lit a candle Happy Birthday Greg... hope your light is shining bright. I’d have a chardy but I don’t drink anymore. Instead I’ll just remember the laughs you gave us all.

    Roseanne Holliday19 May 2020

    πŸ•― Michael Burton lit a candle Hi Mate, sorry I am a little late but just wanted to say that you were in my thoughts on the 16th Sept your wedding Anniversary & I shared a drink with Laura to celebrate your special day together... Miss you then & always Mate

    Michael Burton19 Sep 2020

    πŸ•― Michael Burton lit a candle Hi Mate, well here is again another Christmas..Miss not having you here for our Christmas get together with our families sharing good food, Drinks and great times..I will be getting together with Laura on Boxing and will share a glass or 2 to you mate... Merry Christmas my Friend... Miss & eve you heaps..always in my ...

    Michael Burton24 Dec 2020

    πŸ•― Michael Burton lit a candle Happy New Year Mate (2021)... Miss you Big time Mate But managed to have a Drink to you with Laura last night at midnight & remembered the many happy times we all had at the NYE shows

    Michael Burton1 Jan 2021

    Miss you mate..thank you for 35 wonderful years of our mate ship ..you are thought of more like my Brother than a friend..we seen & did a lot together over the years & you were always there when things got tuff.. I am going to miss you Buddy but you will never be far from my thoughts, always in my heart

    Michael Burton15 Feb 2021

    πŸ•― Michael Burton lit a candle I can't believe it has been 4 years since you left us Mate,, There is not a day goes by that you are not in my thoughts & in my heart...always sadly missed mate...RIP until we meet again

    Michael Burton15 Feb 2021

    πŸ•― Roseanne Holliday lit a candle No matter the time... a world without you in it Greg, just doesn’t seem right. Thank God for the gift of music that keeps your spirit alive. I miss you x

    Roseanne Holliday16 Feb 2021

    πŸ•― Michael Burton lit a candle Happy Heavenly Birthday to my Long time Best Buddy Greg,, not a day goes by that I don't miss you Mate,, always in my thoughts & Heart .. I will be having a beer or 2 to celebrate with you today.....Happy Birthday Mate

    Michael Burton19 May 2021

    πŸ•― Roseanne Holliday lit a candle Happy Birthday Greg, my wish for you is that wherever you are your soul is content. It’s your day to shine...I’ll be looking for the rainbow.

    Roseanne Holliday19 May 2021