Stefaan Bruno Isidoor Valvekens

Poirot - you will be missed To our wonderful Poirot - UGL can not be the same without you. Your warm spirit, sharp wit and dry humour will be missed by all of us. To Jo, Ruby and Abby, Stefaan was a very special man. He was extremely bright and capable and of enormous value to all of us. One can only imagine the hole he will leave for all of yo...more

Rachael from the Shire Dear Jo, Ruby and Abby, Just to let you know we will be joining you in your celebration of Stefaan’s life, not only with our thoughts and prayers, but also with a good old family BBQ come rain or shine. Followed by a dog walk around our beautiful U.K. countryside. Sending you all our love from the Shire, Rachael,...more

From your second home in North Leigh Fond memories of happy times eating your lovely food under the apple trees in New Yatt. You are missed. Love always. The Taylors. X

🕯 JWilks lit a candle Stefaan, we will remember you as a friendly hospitable person and an important part in a very lovely family, who will always have a place in our hearts even though they are far away. Jo, Ruby and Abby, wish we could be there to celebrate Stefaans life and achievements with you. Big hugs and lots of love from the Wilks family...more

🕯 Madonna Noonan lit a candle Darling Joanne, Ruby & Abby, there are no words to express how heartbroken I feel for you all over the tragic loss of our dear Stefaan. I am always here to talk to, dear Joey, and I send you and the girls love and hugs across the many miles xxxx

🕯 Emily Taylor lit a candle Dear Jo, Ruby & Abby, We all remember dear Stefaan so fondly here in Nor Lye. We are just so very very sad for you all to have lost such a fabulous husband and father and wish that we could give you all comfort in person rather than across the miles. Stefaan was one in a million but he leaves so many happy memories an...more

🕯 Michelle Singh lit a candle Darling Jo I am so sad to hear the news . I have such wonderful memories of this wonderful funny and kind man . I've thought of you both so many times over the years and very sorry that I didn't get to see this cuddly bear . Thank you for all the love you showed me and Harry especially. All our love Shelley , Ha...more

🕯 Timothy Keogh lit a candle Jo, I am so sad to hear this! I had the best times with your husband when I lived in Australia. I am sure he told you of the time that he, myself and a guy named Pascal Hubein got hammered at The Orient Pub in the Rocks in Sydney! One of my fondest memories. Or the time we drove to Copper Pedy from Adelaide! He had an ...more

🕯 Cassie lit a candle Dearest Jo, Ruby and Abby. I am so truly sad about Stefaan and you are all in my thoughts. I worked with Stefaan at UGL and he always took the time to come say hello and have a chat. He was so cheeky, funny and was just so lovely to work with. He always had a story to tell and one of our last conversations was about his anti...more

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🕯 Malcolm Tulip lit a candle Jo, Ruby and Abby, my thoughts are with you all at this time. Stefaan was a one off gentleman with a heart of gold who adored nothing more than his home life. His infectious smile and sense of humour will be missed as will the appreciation for an odd cheeky beer and good food we both shared. I was very honoured to get...more

🕯 Ruth Baillie lit a candle Darling Jo, Ruby and Abby No words can soften the pain of your loss but celebrating Stefaan's life is a fitting tribute to such a wonderful husband, father, friend and colleague. Our thoughts are with you and we hope you are able to smile a little as you say your goodbyes. With our love Bernard and Ruth xxxxx

🕯 Grant Stubbs lit a candle Stefaan, thank you for your friendship and the time you had at UGL. Although I only worked with you for a short time I enjoyed the work we did together, your sense of humour and outlook. You will be missed, Grant Stubbs

🕯 Peggy Dewael lit a candle We are shocked to hear Stefaan passed away, we share your sorrow and wish the family a lot of courage and strength, on behalf of me and my parents Paul & Lea Dewael-Valvekens

🕯 David Axon lit a candle Jo, Ruby and Abby, I am so so sorry and so sad to hear about Stefaan. Stefaan was one of my dearest friends. We used to spend a lot of time together - but not enough time, unfortunately. Time flies - and I have now lost someone I considered a dear dear friend. Am in tears as i write this; not a strong point of mine, ...more

🕯 Mike lit a candle Dear Valvekens family, Its been a while since I last spent some time with Stefaan., But, it only seems like yesterday, as we get older we gather many acquaintances along the way but if we are lucky as I have been you manage to gain a handful of true friends like Stefaan. Not only big in physical size, but in his heart,...more

🕯 julian stewart lit a candle Dear Stefaan. Well that was crap timing! We were hoping to see you soon! We'll miss you. OK perhaps the former landlords down the Plough may not but I know they all will in the Royal Oak in Ramsden. We'll miss your humour your bonhomie way - and your Cooking! I'm raising a Belgian beer to you as I write! Jules & Sa...more

🕯 Mrs. Joanne Louise Overall lit a candle Hello my darling wherever you are. Today was our 25th wedding anniversary wish you were here to celebrate. I miss you so very much. Life is too short. Thank you for watching over us and guiding me through. Thank you for showing me strength and courage to know how to deal with life without you. It’s only d...more