DITCHBURN, Ian Richard

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Ian on Saturday October 18, 2025 aged 66 years. Dearly loved husband of Caroline. Devoted father and father-in-law of Jason and Renee, Benjamin and Cristie, Damien and Christie. Adored Pop of Havana, William, Paris, Mila, Fletcher, Archie, Lincoln, and Gabrielle. Loved son the Richard and Margaret (both dec). Loving brother of Lynda and Vincenzo Manno.

 

 ‘He will be deeply missed and forever loved’

 

A funeral service to celebrate Ian’s life will be held at St Margaret’s Anglican Church, Mildura on Friday October 24, 2025 at 10.00am. The cortege will proceed to the Murray Pines Lawn Cemetery. 

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  • Lorraine Kennedy

    Dear Caroline and families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time.
    We trust that you will have many precious memories to keep in your hearts!
    Love from Lorraine (Gooch) and Brian Kennedy xx

  • Tony & Kris Nyberg

    Great man, work friend and a true friend,
    Lots of laughs and beers.
    Sadly missed

  • Allan And Sue Weller

    Our sincere condolences to the passing of Ian our thoughts are with you at this dad time.

  • Luke Thorbjornsen

    To our friend and long time soldier of ACTROL Mildura, We will miss you and our whole industry mourns today. Thankyou for the laughs over the years. Fly High Brother

  • Warwick

    Ian, back in the day you and carol were my second set of parents. I’ve always loved and respected you and the family. All of my condolences go out to mamma carol and her beautiful 3 lads. Damien my best mate, Jason and Ben. Xx much love ❤️ wazzie