BENTVELZEN – Leo

Thanks Uncle Leo for being a big part of our lives as we were growing up. One could almost say a 2nd father figure. I especially enjoyed your help and support you offered us in Pinnaroo on the farm. You certainly taught me a lot more than you would have ever known.
Rest In Peace.
Jeremy (Isan) Angel

Dear Leo was a great Bloke and cherished friend who will be missed greatly.
Our deepest sympathy and love to all Leo’s Family. xoxo

A ripper fella who will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Rest In Peace Leo. All our love to you Rosanna, Ryan, Kaila & Mitch

A lovely man taken to soon, love, hugs and sincerest condolences to Rosannna, Ryan, Mitch and Kaila.

With deepest sympathy Tish and Darren Cartwright, Rhys, Josh, Tristan and Rory Hanks x

Rosanna and family
Our sincere condolences goes to you all on this sad occasion.
He will be sadly missed by everyone here but at least he will be with Dasha camping and fishing.
Betty Clarke
Davin Clarke
Wendy and Dave Bernaldo
Jaria and Tully Bernaldo

Deepest sympathy Rosanna & family
Love and prayers 🙏🙏
Carmel & Robbie Kennedy

We will miss our Bloke calling in. The laughs, the noise, the kindness. Everything in his life was about Rosanna and the children. Such a special man. With love and thanks from Greg, Kath, Xavier and Dominic Davis.

Our sincere condolences to Rosanna and family. Leo, such a huge presence, giving time to all who knew him, will be sadly missed. Thanks Leo for your time and laughs while showing me the ropes at work. A great bloke taken way too soon.
Andy & Mandii Welsh

Very sorry to hear about Bloke leaving us. When Ken B was away – he kept an eye on the old girls next door at Ruby. Will miss his cheery smile & happy disposition.
Margery & Margaret Robson

You are in my prayers and thoughts,
Denise Brookes

Uncle Leo
Always in around growing up as kid, big family man always there to help you. Condolences to the entire family xx

We all will miss you Leo top Bloke spike & Joy

We were very lucky to have Leo as a valued employee for around 17 years. Leo always gave 100%, no matter what!
We treasure many memories of a Great BLOKE and dear friend.
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to Rosanna, Ryan, Kaila, Mitchell and all the Bentvelzen families.
Ross, Joan, Lisa, Jason and Luke Eldred.

Leo my big brother, you were a protector on our way to school, kept us entertained at Bent St and a teacher of many life skills. You left in a hurry, l can only think Mum needed one more hand to stir and roll the croquettes. Thinking of you Rosanna, Ryan, Kaila and Mitchell. Big hugs and love to you all.

So sorry to hear of this very sad news. Leo was such a lovely person and loved a chat. Thinking of you all xxx

Thinking of you all . Paula O’Neill

So sorry to hear of the passing of Leo . Fond memories of our time in the Leongatha Fire Brigade.

Laurie and Heather Best.

On behalf of Mary MacKillop Catholic Regional College our deepest condolences to Rosanna, Ryan Kaila and Mitchell. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this time.

Deepest Sympathy to Leo’s family on his passing, such a bright friendly person. Remembering our Fire Brigade days together, happy days with Leo and always ready for a chat
Eric , Glenn and Beverley Thompson.

The roads will be a little bit quieter without the voice coming over the radio, ” Hello neighbor ” . Sadly missed, thinking of Rosa ,Ryan,Kayla and Mitch.

Such a great bloke who we will miss very much, love to Rosanna, Ryan, Kaila and Mitch, so many happy memories for you. Peter and Heather xxxx

Sorry I can’t be there on Friday but my thoughts are with you Rosanna, Ryan, Kaila & Mitch. A great man taken much to soon xxx

Condolences to Rosanna, Ryan, Kaila and Mitch.
You’re in my thoughts and prayers

sorry to hear passing of leo.memories of leo at fire brigade.

Deepest sympathy to Rosanna and family .Ken and Kath Newton

Rosanna, Ryan, Kaila and Mitch. So sorry to hear about Leo’s passing. Our sincere condolences to you all and to Leo’s extended family.
Linda and Lachie Hughes.

Leo i will miss our banter and time on the road together you made my trips to Leongatha really enjoyable. Rest in peace 🙏 my friend. Jeff

Many happy memories of late card & Port nights with Pete & Robbie in the 80’s & 90’s. My deepest sympathy to Rosanna, Ryan, Kaila and Mitchell

So sad to hear of Leo,s sudden passing. Deepest sympathy to the Bentvelzen family.
Rest in peace Leo.
From the Rodwell family.xxxx

Sorry we can’t be there to say goodbye.
Will miss out chats over the radio.
Thinking of all the family.
Our deepest sympathy to
Rosanna Ryan Kaila and Mitchell.
All our love Garry Nanette Forrester & Family

Rest in peace Leo you are one out of the box pal always a pleasure to work with and I will miss our interaction and sarcasm, my condolences to you lovely wife and family coming to Leongatha won’t be quite the same. Cheers mate Jeff

Sad to hear of Leo’s passing,Condolences to the Bentvelzen Family.
Privilege to have known you Bloke.
Will miss the chats and banter at work.

Martin Burggraaff & Family

Rest in peace Leo, You were such a great loving family man. My condolences to Rosanna,Ryan,Kaila &Mitch.You will be missed but will live on in your beautiful family.

Lovely memories of nights out with Willy and Jenny Clarke. Condolences to your family.
Lyn Nash