Christine Anne Paull 29 July, 1949 – 28 June, 2023
Julie Butcher & Marcel Colman
I first met Chris when she was working at the South Yarra Dental Group, around 1997-8 ish. I was a sales rep, calling on the practice every week - as you did in those days. Chris was warm and welcoming and very soon we became special friends beyond work. Shortly after this, she met Geoff and I met Marcel, and we four shared many happy times together. I also enjoyed having Chris to myself over the Tuesday lunches when she was working in Collins Street, where we solved the problems of the world. Chris was so proud of her beautiful family, and I came to know them well, through her. Her love and sensitivity were particularly evident when she welcomed a long-awaited dog, Otto into my world. Chris was such a kind and dear person that I valued my friendship with her deeply. I loved her feisty character, her opinions and her politics. She was such a treasure. We send our sincere condolences to Geoff and Deanne and Kate and Heidi, Ange and Emma and all the family. We will never forget her. Love and hugs, from Julie, Marcel and Otto
Julie Butcher & Marcel Colman
> VIEW ON MEMORY TIMELINEDi and Phill Cobbin
Chris came into my life nearly 60 years ago when she attended my 10th birthday party. She has been a part of my life ever since, an important and loved member of our family. As a friend, sister-in-law and aunt she has displayed genuine interest in many aspects of family life and provided wonderful and valuable guidance when needed. There are so many happy memories of family gatherings, holidays and celebrations of important milestones across several generations that we can look back on with a great deal of love and gratitude. As these important occasions continue we will miss her presence but will no doubt feel her spirit with us all. Our thoughts go out to Geoff, Deanne, Kate, Heidi and all the boys. Farewell dear friend and sister we will miss you. Di and Phill, Noni and Drew, Jo, Pete, Alex and Ethan.
Di and Phill Cobbin
> VIEW ON MEMORY TIMELINEKeith Satterley
To Geoff, Deanne, Kate & Heidi and your extended families, sincere condolences from Tee, Keith, Michael and Sarah. We are really going to miss Chris and will love and cherish her forever. She was forever inclusive in her thoughts and actions, with a great sense of humour. She was always kind and generous and thoughtful of others. She shared her love with Deanne and Anthony, Kate and Kieran and their three boys, and Heidi and Rob with their two boys. Chris also shared her later life with Geoff and his extended family. She made everyone feel welcome and loved. My memories of Chris go back to Strathmore Primary and Secondary School days when I used to enjoy the company of the Watts family (Wilma, Wallace, Peter, Chris and Bruce). Our experiences extended to the MYF (Methodist Youth Fellowship) where Chris was developing her skills as a vibrant member of that group. We went on Progressive dinners and Sunday School picnics in the back of a furniture van converted in to a “bus” for trips to Mordialloc Beach and the like. I used to walk my bike home from Strathmore High School, up Progress Street, in the company of Chris and Peter and other friends. They were happy times for all. Chris married Kevin and when she was a few months pregnant, she agreed to let Kevin come away with me on a 3-week dash through central Australia, covering thousands of kilometres. We returned home wiser and wearier, and Chris went on to give birth to a healthy bouncing baby girl, Deanne. When I taught in Derrinallum, Chris made sure she made the effort to come and see me and fitted in so well to the country life provided by my hosts. Our friendship continued and strengthened. We will miss her enthusiasm for life, her humour and her acute ability to see my weaknesses and happily point them out to me! She brought Geoff into our lives and we value every minute of their special relationship. May the care and thoughts of those around you help you Geoff through the days ahead. Chris’ love for her children and grand children was unbounded and I know that they will miss her for ever. I know that in the midst of your grief on Wednesday you celebrate her life and love. We will miss Chris, her love, her compassion, her courage, her positivity, her cheerful personality and her beautiful soul.
