REID, Russell Francis ‘Bluey’

Surrounded by his loving family, Bluey passed away peacefully at the Mildura Health Private Hospital, on May 31 2026, aged 77 years. Loving husband of Judy. Cherished father and father-in-law, Bri and Paul, Brant and Greta. Adored Pa of Jack, Tom, Mia, and Eva. 

A Funeral Mass to celebrate Bluey's life will be conducted at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Eleventh Street, Mildura, on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at 1.30pm. At the conclusion of the service, the cortege will proceed to the Murray Pines Cemetery, Mildura South.

If preferred in lieu of flowers, donations to the ‘Pancare Foundation’ would be appreciated and may be left at the service, envelopes provided.  Donation can also be made on the following link - https://giving.pancare.org.au

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REID, Russell Francis ‘Bluey’ - 2026-06-10 1.30

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  • Murray and Wendy EMERSON

    Wendy and I send our deep condolences on the passing of Bluey. A great Police mate over a long period of time. Bluey and I lived together during Police Training in the police Depot Your squad mates and I will miss you blue, No more rolling the officers bowling green Rest in piece mate,

  • Anna, Rod, Billy & Georgie Carberry

    Bluey, you and Judy shared a special love that I always admired. You were the perfect couple in my eyes. My thoughts are with Judy and the family. Rest in peace.

  • Andrea Cox

    My heartfelt condolences during this difficult time.

  • CROZIER

    Our condolences to Judy and Family

  • Leanne Bell (Annie)

    Loved working with you at GCH Russell.
    Your fabulous cooking skills will always be remembered fondly. Especially loved your quiche Lorraine.