COURTNEY – John Hedley

Born Friday March 20, 1959. Passed away Thursday May 14, 2026.


John passed away on May 14th, 2026.

Aged 67 years.

John is dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all of his family and friends.

Funeral notice


Service

Thursday May 28, 2026 - 11:00 am

William Sheahan Funerals Chapel, cnr High Street & Murradoc Road, Drysdale

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Family and friends are invited to attend a Service to Celebrate the Life of John Hedley Courtney to be held in our Chapel, cnr High St & Murradoc Rd, Drysdale on THURSDAY (May 28, 2026) commencing at 11:00am, followed by Burial at the Drysdale Cemetery.

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Tributes

  1. Very sad to hear of JC’s passing. A ripping bloke and a true gentleman. Will be sadly missed by all who worked at Essendon.
    Bruce Thomas

    Bruce Thomas

    May 28, 2026 5:40 pm

  2. Our sincere condolences to COURTNEY FAMILY. John was a genuine gentleman a true friend to all pleasure to have known him. Rest peacefully John
    Tony & Sue D’Andrea

    Tony & Sue D’Andrea

    May 28, 2026 12:51 pm

  3. John - with great memories of squad 1/84 at the academy days and beyond. My sincere condolences to John’s family.
    Rest in peace John

    Matthew Wurf

    May 28, 2026 12:07 pm

  4. Sad news to hear of the passing of John, many great memories of working together over the years with a lot of laughs along the way. Condolences to all John’s family and friends
    Rest peacefully John

    Colin Carty

    May 28, 2026 11:06 am

  5. Saddened to hear of the passing of JC. It was always a great day at work when I saw I was rostered on with him. He was a true gentleman with a calm caring nature and a willingness to help anyone. I’m sad I can’t be there in person today but my heart goes out to John’s family and friends. Rest in Peace JC. Thanks for the memories.

    Melinda Lenders

    May 28, 2026 10:10 am

  6. Hey JC

    Great neighbour and good camping trips.

    I won’t forget you making my mates and I accountable throwing rocks on the roofs.

    The unmarked car flashing lights @
    145 Springs road.

    Thinking of the Courtney family.

    Dan Harry Noah Van Wanrooy
    Michelle Smith

    Dan Van Wanrooy

    May 28, 2026 10:10 am

  7. Condolences to John’s family & friends.
    Fond memories of a former work colleague.
    David & Vicki Key

    David Key

    May 28, 2026 10:02 am

  8. My condolences to Sean Wayne & family.John was a lovely man & always proud of his family. May you RIP.

    Chris Barnett

    May 26, 2026 5:34 pm

  9. Sad news, a great bloke and workmate. Condolences to John’s family. One of life’s good guys.

    John Rose

    May 21, 2026 9:48 pm

  10. Deepest sympathy to the COURTNEY Family.A great person and mate.everlasting memories of our camping trips on the Murray.R.I.P JC.

    John Boyle

    May 21, 2026 11:14 am

  11. JC - great work mate and friend. A true gentleman

    Harold GRIMWOOD

    May 21, 2026 9:15 am

  12. To Dear Wayne,Sean,Jess,Addison & Elsie & John’s family.

    Remembering our years as friends & neighbours.

    Rest Peacefully John.

    Heather Boyle.

    Heather Boyle

    May 21, 2026 9:15 am

  13. A true gentleman. Loved you J.C.

    Julie

    May 20, 2026 7:45 pm