GIBLIN – Al
Born Thursday July 15, 1948. Passed away Monday June 15, 2026.
Passed away peacefully on June 15, 2026.
Aged 77 years.
Dearly loved Husband of Jill.
Loved Father & Father-in-law of Stuart & Marnie, Greg, Emma & Brenton.
Cherished Pa of Mungo & Paddy; Albie & Joby; Charlie & Milla.
“Forever loved”
Go Doggies!
Funeral notice
Thursday June 25, 2026 - 2:00 pm
William Sheahan Funerals Chapel, cnr High Street & Murradoc Road, Drysdale
Get directionsFamily and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service for Mr Al Giblin to be held in our Chapel, cnr High St & Murradoc Rd, Drysdale on THURSDAY (June 25, 2026) at 2pm.
Private Cremation.
To view Al's service please see link below:
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Dear Jill and family ,
We are so sorry to hear about Al's passing
He was a true gentleman with a great sense of humour and loved his paintings of the Dell off which I have one . He will be sadly missed by you all and his wonderful friends he made over many years .
RIP Al
Suzy,Geoff and Tina Ridveway 💐June 27, 2026 2:03 pm
Thinking of our dear friend Jill and family on a farewell to Al a beautiful man may you RIP 🙏
We will miss you and remember you every time the Doggies play.Sandra and Peter
June 25, 2026 1:48 pm
Our sincere condolences to Jill and the whole Giblin family may Al rest in peace love Jude and Eric Dusink x
June 25, 2026 11:52 am
Thinking of you at this very sad time, Jill. You and Al were such a devoted, close couple and I know you will miss him deeply. You, Al and your wonderful family have created so many beautiful memories to treasure.
My condolences to you, the kids, partners and grandchildren. I am so sorry for your loss.
Rest peacefully Al,
Wendy Butteriss xoJune 24, 2026 9:13 pm
So very grateful to have had Al & Jill as friends for almost 50 years. When I think of Al, I think of his quick wit, his quips that I sometimes had to decipher on delay and his shared passion for the Doggies. ❤️🤍💙
An example of Al’s offbeat sense of humour was when we held a ‘D’ themed party for Den’s 40th. Al walked in with a light bulb around his neck. I thought, then asked what it had to do with the letter D? With that fabulous grin, he Al replied, “deLIGHTful”. (Only Al would have come up with that!) 😂
We were very privileged to catch up with Al the Friday before he passed. Again, Al’s sense of humour shone through when Den said, “Go Cats!”. Al’s response was immediate as he pointed to the door, “Out!”
Very proud to call this gentle, humble man our friend. Hope the Doggies can do you proud in September! ❤️🤍💙
June 24, 2026 8:53 pm
So very grateful to have had Al & Jill as friends for almost 50 years. When I think of Al, I think of his quick wit, his quips that I sometimes had to decipher on delay and his shared passion for the Doggies. ❤️🤍💙
An example of Al’s offbeat sense of humour was when we held a ‘D’ themed party for Den’s 40th. Al walked in with a light bulb around his neck. I thought, then asked what it had to do with the letter D? With that fabulous grin, he Al replied, “deLIGHTful”. (Only Al would have come up with that!) 😂
We were very privileged to catch up with Al the Friday before he passed. Again, Al’s sense of humour shone through when Den said, “Go Cats!”. Al’s response was immediate as he pointed to the door, “Out!”
Very proud to call this gentle, humble man our friend. Hope the Doggies can do you proud in September! ❤️🤍💙
June 24, 2026 8:52 pm
Dear Jill, Stuart, Greg, Emma and families
Our thoughts and love are with you all on the sad passing of Al
We know the beautiful memories and cherished times you all shared with Al will be with you always
RIP Al
Chris, Bron Dimo, Lee, Renee and familiesJune 24, 2026 4:50 pm
Dear JIll, my friend for over 60 years, my deepest sympathy on the passing of your beloved Al. He was a man in a million, a great conversationalist with a wonderful sense of humour and we were all privileged to know him. Prayers to comfort you and Al’s family through this sad time of loss.
Yvonne YoungJune 23, 2026 8:18 pm
Dear Jill
I will be thinking of you on Thursday. I hope you can take comfort from all your friends and your lovely family at this difficult time.
We arrive home late on Thursday and will miss the funeral.
Blessings to you all Jacqui and Gene from number 11.June 23, 2026 12:26 pm
Dear Jill and family
It has been a pleasure knowing you even being for a short amount of time. Your love and devotion to Al has shone through. We send you our deepest condolences at this very sad time.
Jane and MarkJune 22, 2026 8:44 pm
Jill & Alphonse - what a life you shared! You brought a wonderful group of children into the world and had amazing careers. Your union is something to be admired. At peace Al and Jill, you supported him through his biggest challenge. Love, Sue & Greg Walton
June 22, 2026 6:26 pm
Dera Jill and family
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Al may he rest in peace.Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.
From all the Irish cousins in StrabaneJune 21, 2026 12:17 am
Dear Jill and Family,
My Heart is sad for you at this time of Al‘s death. May God help you to find peace in your hearts. Jill, you and Al were such a wonderful TOGETHER couple. I thank the Lord that I could have you as dear friends for so many years. Yes, it all began when Jill and I started teaching at Colac West in 1974. We certainly had some fun times!! Today as I sit in my living room in Saskatchewan and look across the room, I am so happy to see Al’s painting of the sea. It’s a real treasure from Al.
Dear Jill, Hugs to you and all the family.
Elsie LehmannJune 20, 2026 3:44 pm
Al Giblin
Been a pleasure to have come across Al and Jill Giblin - 2 highly regarded staff members at Altona North PS in 1974. Al and I went on to complete the Special Ed Course in 1978 - a great course and a great year of getting to know Al, Jill, Stu, the baby at that stage, and the 1 eyed cat of Flax Street Werribee( if my memory of the address serves me correctly). Thankfully, often a guest for a meal and Jill became a personal secretary/assignment proofreader / typist to her husband and myself! So grateful! It was in this year also that I was to meet my wife to be in 1984, Deborah Donlen!Moving to Drysdale PS in 1986 rekindled our Giblin/Carlon connection with both of our families sending their respective children to the school that Jill, Deb and I worked at and enjoyed for many years - Al being the principal at Portarlington PS!
Memories of Al!
Al was a terrific bloke with a quick wit and a fantastic sense of humour! He always presented as a calm person, who could read situations intuitively and respond accordingly!He, Jill and 3 kiddlets made you feel welcome to be in their company, sharing a meal, beer, always a joke and footy story re his beloved Bulldogs, which went down well with Greg and Em, and Deb and half of our children!!
His leadership talents were recognised locally when he was elected Principal of Portarlington PS! It was in this role down the track that Al showed his conviction, personal regard and welfare for his fellow staff members in choosing to step down in this principal role, because the Ed Dept. put all principals in a compromised position with firing/hiring staff, a situation Al was not personally comfortable with and a decision I highly respected Al for making to this very day!
I’m glad he got to see his doggies get the premiership in 2016 - one of the best finals series I’ve ever seen a team play to win the Big One!
He had artistic talents in making his famous polystyrene cut outs of footy teams and his actual paintings he would do of seaside scenes - one of which we are lucky to have!
Ha! Like me, not so good with mechanical things! Al borrowed my mower one day but when I got it back there were a few parts not where they should have been!! 😂
Pleasingly we were able to catch up recently, and again got to see and hear that grin and chuckle he’d have often - he lived life, was a fantastic family man and always saw the positive and fun side of it! RIP Al - gone but never forgotten!!
June 19, 2026 3:41 pm
Dear Jill, thinking of you and hoping your Family will be your rock as I'm sure they will be
June 18, 2026 10:58 pm
Dear Jill and family
We offer our love and sympathy on the passing of Al.
He was the biggest part of our early lives and a lifelong mate and friend
We’ll miss his amiable gentle self and his wonderful humour.
Farewell dear friend
Tony and Gayl SullivanJune 18, 2026 9:43 am
Dear Jill and family
Sending love and healing to your heart's as you learn to navigate life without your beautiful Al.
RIPJune 18, 2026 6:43 am
Our family has another big hole in it tonight. We love you Uncle Al.
June 17, 2026 9:12 pm
Al you will be sadly missed. We will miss you when we have our neighbourly get togethers, R.I.P amazing friend 🩵
June 17, 2026 8:24 pm
I have so many fond memories of Al, and the Clifton Springs Tennis Club. Remembering Al and Jill, a loving, happy couple and their lovely family. May memories of the happy days help ease your grief and pain. Julie Beck
June 17, 2026 7:32 pm
Dear Jill & family
You and AL shared something so beautiful. I hope those memories bring you some comfort during this heartbreaking time."
Thinking of all allJune 17, 2026 6:48 pm
A well loved husband, father, grandfather & friend. Gone too soon. Sleep well Al.
June 17, 2026 6:16 pm