Hodge (née Back) - The funeral of Mrs Barbara Ellen Hodge of Paynesville, formerly of Gelantipy will arrive at the Buchan Cemetery on Friday (Dec. 5), 2025, at 11.00am for a graveside service. No flowers by request Donations to Gelantipy and Buchan Bush Nurse would be appreciated. A recording of Barbara’s service is available here. Hodge (née Back) - Barbara Ellen of Paynesville, formerly of Gelantipy. Aged 91 years. Born 5th August 1934, Battersea London, England – Died 23rd November 2025, Paynesville, Victoria. Daughter to Rose (dec.). Loving wife of Nigel (dec.) and mother to Quentin and a very proud Grandmother to Lachie and Riley. It’s time to be reunited with Dad, you will probably find him at the Bar with a glass of beer, telling stories and laughing with his mates. I will miss you so very much and I will always carry your memory in my heart and listen out for your words of wisdom. Your loving Son Quentin, Lachie and Riley. Thank you to our Gelantipy Bush Nurses, past and present who supported and guided our family through Mum’s Dementia. Thank you to the continued commitment from staff and carers at Opal Paynesville over the last 12 years and granting Barb’s final days as comfortable and peaceful. Sometimes, it’s the gifts we didn’t realise we received that are our most precious in life. Rest in peace Mum.