MOTTON – Ralph Leslie
Passed away at home surrounded by his family, Sunday 6th July 2025.
Much loved husband of Gianna.
Loving and devoted father and father in law of Danielle, Tania & Shane.
Loved brother and brother-in-law of David (dec) & Marjorie, George & Shirley (dec) & Annie, Russell & Glenys.
He was a magnificent man, with a cheeky smile and energy that lit up the room.
Always deeply admired, respected and dearly loved by all who knew him.
Aged 81 years
Forever now in the hearts and places that gave him joy!
Rest in Peace PB
A Memorial Service to Celebrate the Life of Mr Ralph Leslie Motton will be held at the Korumburra Amenities Complex (Korumburra Showgrounds), Sth. Gippsland H'Way, Korumburra on WEDNESDAY July 16th 2025, commencing at 2:00pm.
***We apologise for the previously advertised time of 1.00pm in the Sentinel Times. Please note that Ralph Motton’s service will now take place at 2:00pm.
This Service will be live streamed, to view please CLICK HERE.
Condolences to the Motton family at this sad time. Allan and Sue Ward.
July 7, 2025So sorry to hear about Ralph, condolences to Gianna and family at this sad time.
July 7, 2025Dear Ralph, thank you for the fatherly love you gave me, you always made me feel part of your family even though thousands of kilometres separated us.
July 7, 2025
Thank you for your love, your generosity, the example of life you will leave me.
I love you and you will live forever in my secret memories, those where my greatest affections are.
Gianna, Danielle, Tania & Shane, although physically distant, I am close to you with my heart.Ralph was such a wonderful, genuine man and he will be greatly missed.
July 8, 2025
My deepest condolences to Gianna and family for your loss.My heartfelt condolences to Gianna, Danielle & Tania on the passing of your husband and father. Thinking of you all at this sad time. R.I.P Ralph.
July 8, 2025
Leanne O’NeillOur deepest condolences go out to Gianna, Danielle and Tanya. He was such a wonderful man, and his cheeky smile will be missed. May his memory bring some peace and a smile to your thoughts.
July 8, 2025The South Gippsland Pistol club offer our deepest condolences to Gianna & Family, also condolences to the Outtrim and District Pistol Club, Ralph definitely excelled in the Sport, he will be sadly missed.
July 8, 2025Our sincere condolences to Gianna and family, he will leave a huge hole in our hearts and sport rest in peace mate
July 8, 2025My condolences to the Motton family. Ralph was always so helpful at the Outtrim pistol club and I always loved having a chat with him and sharing experiences.
July 8, 2025Condolences to the Motton family. Neighbours for many years. Sue (Slater )
July 9, 2025Wonderful memories of a wonderful man. With love to Gianna, Danielle, Tania and Shane.
Christine, Cameron, Eliza, Penny,Luke and Angus xxxxxx
July 9, 2025Our deepest condolences to Gianna and family. Words cannot express the loss to all who knew Ralph. His smile could light up a room and his banter would leave you laughing for many an hour. A friend, a gentleman, a true competitor and a great Coach. He will be sadly missed by us.
July 9, 2025
Stacey and Greg.Our sincere condolences to the Motton family.
Our hearts go out to you during this time of sorrow.Henry & Adele
July 9, 2025Our deepest condolences to Gianna and family we were deeply saddened in hearing of the passing of Ralph always greeting everyone with a beautiful smile may your many beautiful memories keep you strong .
July 10, 2025To Gianna, Danielle, Tania and Family.
My dear, funny, happy, smiley, Cousin Ralph.
Your photo here is how I will always remember you.
I loved hearing your happy stories whenever I saw you.Condolences to you all and keep happy memories close to
your heart.Love ,
July 10, 2025
Jenny Varone
( nee Miller)Gianna I’m so sorry & to hear of Ralph’s passing my thoughts are with you all.
I have many happy memories of you both – we had some fun times.
Best Wishes to you & Danielle & Tanya.Kerry Hogan xxx
July 10, 2025Oh what can I say about this wonderful and caring man. He always took the ‘Mickey’ out of me for not speaking the Aussie language, as I am a Kiwi, But I still loved him to the moon and back. Hope you and Gray have fun fishing in the early hours of the morning. 😂My sincere sympathy to Gianna, Danielle, Tania & Shane at this very sad time. RIP my lovely friend. 😘. From Veronica, Rebecca and Ryan
July 11, 2025To Dear Gianna , Dan , Tan & Shane, sending lots of love to you all in this time of sorrow, so many great memories growing up with Ralph & his big smile & practical jokes.
July 11, 2025
With Love from Louise Weir & the Malady Family xxxxA lovely man and also a great sportsman who will be sadly missed by all that knew him. Condolences to Gianna and family.
July 11, 2025
Paddy EldredI felt the love Tania had for her Dad from the moment I met her. Forever in your heart Tan. Sending love and strength to you and your family as you all navigate a new normal.
July 11, 2025
Love KirstenAll our love and thoughts are with you Gianna, Danielle, Tanya and Shane during this sad time, Ralph was a true gentleman leaving so many wonderful memories. 💙🩵
July 11, 2025
Peter and Heather GristTo the family of Ralph , I extend my deepest sympathies to you all, I enjoyed catching up with Ralph at all our pistol club matches, we both attended over many years , I am very sorry I can not attend funeral as I am overseas I will not be home in time . I will certainly miss his happy smiling face RIP Ralph.
July 12, 2025Gianna,Tanya,Shane and Danielle
July 16, 2025
Our deepest sympathy on the passing of Ralph.He was a man of amazing integrity who cared so much for his family and friends.I will miss our weekly catch ups .
Trevor and Judith WilsonRalph was always a helpful person, he gave wisdom and knowledge freely to others. He was devot to his club and a constant figure throughout the years. Important to all members new and old. He’ll be incredibly missed by all.
July 16, 2025Thinking of you all during these difficult times. Our deepest condolences.
July 20, 2025
Sarina & James Olsen