DEPPELER, Helen 🎥

Loving Wife of Stephen.

Adored Mother of Kate & Chris Meade, Peter & Wayne.

Cherished Nannie of Charlotte, Paddy & Chester. Noah, Gracie, Archie, Hamish, and Henry.

Loved daughter of Vincent & Noreen O’Connor and the 13 O’Connor siblings.

Double cream with cake, laughing, fashion & positivity.

Helen will be greatly missed by all that knew her.

Funeral Notice

Private service

The service will be available to view from 5:00pm Tuesday (Oct 19).

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  1. To Stephen, Kate & Chris, Peter & Wayne and families.
    Sorry to hear of the passing of Helen. She was always so lovely and will be greatly missed by all. Thoughts prayers and love with you all at this difficult time.

    Sean Malady October 15 2021 6:21 pm

  2. To Stephen and family ; thinking of you all at this sad time. In our thoughts and prayers . Marie Leske

    Marie Leske October 15 2021 9:46 pm

  3. To Stephen and family, and to Noreen and Helen’s siblings, our love and prayers to you all at the passing of Helen. Now at peace with Vin, Peter and Jayne.
    Bernie & Maureen O’Connor

    Bernie O'Connor October 16 2021 5:04 pm

  4. To Stephen and family and all the O’Connor families,
    Thinking of you all. Lovely memories of Helen and our times at Apollo Bay. Helen will be sadly missed.
    Love from the Callahan Family.

    Maree Lamanna October 17 2021 10:08 am

  5. To Stephen and family
    Helen will be sadly missed . Always thinking of others. Her bubbly presence will remain with us. Now at peace after her battle.
    Love Peter & Geraldine Kenna

    Peter & Geraldine Kenna October 17 2021 6:27 pm

  6. To Stephen, Family & All who loved Helen 🎈 My heartfelt condolences 💓
    Helen sure was one of a kind & will surely be missed my many.
    Thank you Hel’s for the laughs, your love & positivity.
    Ps & never sharing your lunch 😉

    Naomi October 17 2021 6:50 pm

  7. Dear Stephen Kate Peter Wayne & all of Helens family. Our thoughts are with you all – such a happy beautiful lady. So many memories for you all to treasure so very unfair – Love always Joy Chip Ebonie & Mat & family Kirbie & Scott & family xx

    Joy Willis October 17 2021 7:00 pm

  8. To all the Deppeler and wider family,
    I am thinking of you all at this sad time. She was always so positive…even in those awkward parent teacher interviews.
    Love to you all.
    Carolyne Wakefield

    Carolyne Wakefield October 17 2021 7:11 pm

  9. To Steve And Family, Helen will be Sadly missed Brett and I haven’t known you all long, but we feel like we have known you all our lives. She was a beautiful lady. Rest In Peace love.
    Brett & Michelle Duyvestyn
    😢😢😢😢

    Brett & Michelle Duyvestyn October 17 2021 7:17 pm

  10. Stephen, Kate & family, Peter, Wayne and family, Mrs O’Connor and the rest of the the family members, so sorry for your loss. She was was always there for all, my bridesmaid, godmother to my son, many special years with this beautiful lady, going to miss you girl but will will be having a picnic with you when lockdown is over.

    Anne Trewin October 17 2021 7:33 pm

  11. Sorry for your loss norren, O’Connor’s and the deppeler. I only knew Helen for a little bit while caring for her mother norren she was an amazing person and was an amazing daughter to norren always helping out and taking care of norren , you all are an amazing kind and loving family and are so strong hope you all are ok, rest in peice Helen

    Skye Mckenzie October 17 2021 7:44 pm

  12. I only met Helen a few times, but I still recall her smile and humour. I could see why Pete would always have fun stories to share at the station about his mum, and told them with such warmth, appreciation and love in his voice.
    Losing a loved one reminds us that we are all just guests here. It also reminds us to hug those left behind even tighter.
    Love to the Deppeler family as they are forced to enter the next phase of their story without one of their main characters. Love. Andrea, John and Fletcher Gibbins. X

    Andrea October 17 2021 7:51 pm

  13. Helen will be missed by everyone.
    Condolences to the Deppeler & O’Connor families. Reunited with the others

    Angela Dillon October 17 2021 7:54 pm

  14. My glorious and glamorous godmother. It’s all about you, Helen! Love to you all x

    Michael October 17 2021 8:07 pm

  15. So sorry for your loss. Helen was a valued workmate for our daughter Emma, she was very kind to her especially on Sunday morning, after a big Saturday night!
    Helen fought a great fight but was one that her beautiful personality couldn’t overcome.
    Rest In Peace Helen, you deserve it.
    You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
    Love Gerard, Annette and Emma Vogels.

    Annette Vogels October 17 2021 8:15 pm

  16. To Stephen, Kate, Chris & family, Peter, Wayne & family and the O’Connor family

    Our sincere sympathy to you all.
    Helen was a special person and it was a privilege to know her. Always a smile and so proud of her family and their achievements.

    Henry and Jeanette Toller-Bond

    Henry and Jeanette Toller-Bond October 17 2021 8:18 pm

  17. To Stephen, Kate, Peter and Wayne and families.
    Helen was a wonderful, bubbly lady who made everyone smile. Thinking of you all at this sad time. I have fond memories of us being “neighbours across the road”
    May she watch down upon you all with a smile on her face and pride in her heart.

    Debbie Van Es October 17 2021 8:18 pm

  18. To Stephen, Kate, Chris & family, Peter, Wayne & family and the O’Connor family

    Our sincere sympathy to you all.
    Helen was a special person and it was a privilege to know her. Always a smile and so proud of her family and their achievements.

    Henry and Jeanette Toller-Bond

    Henry and Jeanette Toller-Bond October 17 2021 8:18 pm

  19. Dear Deppeler and O’Connor families.
    Deepest Sympathy to you all on Helen’s passing. Such a lively and bubbly person, who will be sadly missed.
    May your strong family bonds give you strength in the coming weeks and months.
    Love Paul & Helen Bourke and family. xxx

    Helen & Paul Bourke October 17 2021 9:02 pm

  20. Steve, Kate, Chris & Family, Pete, Wayne & Family
    Our sincere sympathy to you all on the passing of Helen. She was a lovely lady with a beautiful nature. Our thoughts & prayers are with all.
    Annette & Trevor Gardner 💕

    Annette & Trevor Gardner October 17 2021 9:41 pm

  21. Our deepest sympathy to all the O’Connor family . Thinking of you all at this sad time . RIP Helen

    Suttie family October 17 2021 10:48 pm

  22. So sad to hear of Helens passing thinking of you all. Jo& terry hocking

    Jo hocking October 17 2021 10:55 pm

  23. Deepest sympathy to Stephen Kate Peter Wayne and all the O’Connor’s. Beautiful memories of one of the most special ladies in my life. It was an absolute privilege to be her friend. I’ll always live life having double cream and look at the sweets menu first when I’m out for a meal🤭. Helen was so proud and full of love for you all. She will be looking down smiling over you all in one of her black dress’s with sponge cake and double cream. Xox happy positive memories will always make us all smile about this special girl.

    Jenny Hawkins October 18 2021 6:52 am

  24. Thinking of you Kate and family.
    Your mum would be incredibly proud of you all.
    You have beautiful memories to keep close to you.
    Doreen. Xxx

    Doreen October 18 2021 10:55 am

  25. To Stephen and family, and to all who loved her,
    Helen was a cheerful, enthusiastic and welcoming person.
    So sorry for your loss

    Philip O'Connor and Frances Coffey October 18 2021 11:30 am

  26. To the Deppeler and O’Connor families
    Our Deepest sympathy to you and all who loved her.
    Always with a smile on her face
    Weir Family

    Voula Weir October 18 2021 12:43 pm

  27. Steve, Kate, Pete, Wayne and families, Helen was shining light that always brighten the day. Thinking of you and sending love. Rest easy now Helen 💖

    Graham & Lisa Sealey October 18 2021 1:39 pm

  28. Sending our most heartfelt condolences to Stephen, Kate, Chris, Pete, and Wayne. Thinking of you all at this very sad time. Wayne and Vickie Crole

    Vickie October 18 2021 4:51 pm

  29. To Stephen, Kate, Peter, Wayne and your families. I am sending so much love to you all. What a brave fight Helen put up, one that she should never have had too. I, like many others have many fond memories of Helen. She touched so many lives and will be sadly missed by us all. Love and sympathy <3 xoxo

    Anita Pender October 18 2021 4:53 pm

  30. Deepest sympathy to all the Deppler and O’Connor families.
    A bright vibrant aunt who was the life of the party.
    At rest with Dad, Pa and Jayne
    Lots of Love Joe, Amelia and Archie x

    Joseph, Amelia and Archie O’Connor October 18 2021 6:18 pm

  31. Selfless, Stylish, Hilarious & Honest, just to name a few characteristics of a beautiful woman called Helen.
    Love Ya Helen ❤️
    Heartbroken for all who knew & loved Helen especially Nanna, Stephen, Kate, Pete, Wayne, all her grand kiddies, siblings nephews & nieces 💔
    Jacinta ‘Cina’ will be well looked after 🌸
    Our love to you… Stephen, Gina & family xxxx

    S & G Mifsud October 18 2021 7:45 pm

  32. To Noreen and Families, Stephen and Family, thinking of you with much sadness at the passing of your Dear Helen ,may special memories keep her forever near. Love and prayers ,

    Helen Murphy and the Goggin Family

    Helen A Murphy October 18 2021 8:30 pm

  33. Helen has left an indelible impression on all who spent time with her. Even the most fleeting of moments or just a few hours here and there. Fond memories are yours to keep and treasure. Her legacy will live on with her treasured family. Sue, Mark, Lucy and Matilda

    Sue Johnson October 18 2021 9:02 pm

  34. My deepest condolences to Stephen Kate Wayne and Peter. I have such beautiful memories of Helen when we shared a house (and bedroom) in Kensington together when we were 20. She always had wise and practical advice. She was so positive and the best listener. I will never forget her. You are all so blessed to have had her all these years. Love Michelle

    Michelle Foster October 18 2021 10:50 pm

  35. Our deepest condolences to Stephen, Kate, Peter and the family. Helen was such a beautiful, funny, positive and kind person. I wil never forgot the time I got to spend with her and her infectious laugh. Sending all our love and wishes. Ellie and Jamie Angel x

    Ellie Angel October 19 2021 9:13 am

  36. Stephen, Kate, Peter, Wayne & families.

    Thinking of you all at this sad time.
    Helen had a very special sparkle that will stay in our hearts.

    Les, Drew, Gavan, Din, Carla Deppeler & families

    Carla Falk October 19 2021 9:28 am

  37. Too young, too soon, but boy the impact you have had on so many people through a simple random message on the phone, to a chat down the street, thru cake, thru work, thru your love of music and theatre, thru many acts of kindness.. Steve, Kate, Peter and Wayne you were blessed with one of life’s best, your children have known the love that many grandchildren can only dream of… our love strength and prayers to you all as you navigate your new life without your dearest Helen.. may you rest in peace beautiful lady in the arms of your family who have gone before you.. Andrea & Jack Weel

    Andrea Weel October 19 2021 9:59 am

  38. Thinking of the whole family at this sad time.

    I have many happy childhood memories thanks to Helen.
    May tender memories soften your grief as well.
    -Daniel

    Daniel Padgett October 19 2021 10:16 am

  39. To Stephen & Family and all the O’Connor Families
    Our Thoughts & Prayers are with you at this difficult time
    Helen was such a Beautiful Lady that will be sadly missed by many! 💖
    Love from all the Anderson Families xx

    Don, Mary-Ellen, Kathleen, Brian, Trish, Bernie, Matt, Loretta October 19 2021 10:42 am

  40. Thinking of you all today. From all the stories I’ve heard over the past few months, it sounds like Helen was one in a million, the perfect mum and wife. Love to Kate and Peter and families. ❤️❤️

    Lois and David Chislett October 19 2021 10:45 am

  41. To Stephen and family, with heart felt sympathy.

    Drew, Tracey, Rose and Ned Deppeler October 19 2021 10:48 am

  42. To the Deppeler family & Occonnor family deepest sympathy to you all such a wonderful lady so sad for you all Tina

    Tina matthews October 19 2021 1:14 pm

  43. To deppler and O’Connor family deepest sympathy for your loss. A beautiful woman who has left you all with beautiful memories.

    Sue mcelgunn October 19 2021 1:56 pm

  44. What a beautiful soul Helen is and always will be. love to the Deppeler family

    Aaron October 19 2021 3:07 pm

  45. Deepest sympathy to Steve, Kate,Peter and Wayne My memories of Helen go back to when as a group of girls we shared a house at the age of 20. Her vibrant, joyful and mischievous personality was wonderful and that didn’t change over the next 40 + years whenever we re connected as a group or with our families when they were younger. She will be really missed by all. She was an lovely friend,wife,mother and grandmother who made all our lives better for being a part of it . Love Stephanie Sammut xx

    Stephanie Sammut October 19 2021 3:44 pm

  46. To Stephen and the Deppeler family, thinking of you all at this very sad time. A gorgeous, funny and stylish lady. We will miss seeing her on our melbourne cup days in Colac. xx

    Jenny Gatens October 19 2021 4:18 pm

  47. Deepest sympathy to Stephen, Kate,Peter,and Wayne thinking of you all at this sad time. Lionel and Debbie spaull

    Debbie Spaull October 19 2021 4:31 pm

  48. We are saddened by your loss Peter. She was a wonderful mother. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Lyn and Denis

    Lyn Davies October 19 2021 4:57 pm

  49. Auntie Helen

    Forever in our hearts

    Mitch October 19 2021 5:02 pm

  50. Thinking of you all as you celebrate Helen’s life in this world and her many attributes
    May she rest in eternal Peace
    Teresa Darmody and Keith Satterley

    Teresa Darmody October 19 2021 5:06 pm

  51. Will miss you so much Helen…condolences to all your family. Sad we couldn’t be there . Love to you all.

    Lynda and Peter Page October 19 2021 5:13 pm

  52. Condolences Kate, Pete, Wayne & Stephen. Thinking of you all.
    Few people linger in our memories and hearts beyond a few years not to mention decades, but Helen was someone who captured that place for so many, including myself. What an immense gift she had for encouraging and cheering on others to push for fuller, passion-led and happier lives. She did that first for me at 15, and more recently at 36, reaching out off her own back just to be a supporter. She loved generously. Laughed generously.. Always gave life a red-hot-go. She was a Simpson Belle who added colour and richness. A legacy embraced by her children, whom she was so proud. Sending love xx

    Vicki Doak October 19 2021 5:36 pm

  53. To Steve, Kate, Peter, Wayne and families and the O’Connor families
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
    Fond memories of our beautiful, beautiful neighbour!

    Love, The Crowe’s

    The Crowe Family October 19 2021 5:47 pm

  54. Sleep softly Helen x yours was a life well lived your family are beautiful and so were you xxx deepest sympathy to all the family and friends ❤️

    Lyndy October 19 2021 5:57 pm

  55. To all the family of Helen I will alway remember Helen from our younger days in Simpson having lunch in park and of course Helen doing most of the talking RIP my old friend ❤️

    Carolynne Turner October 19 2021 5:58 pm

  56. Sending all our love to Steve, Kate, Pete, Wayne and all your families. Helen you were just a delight and will be greatly missed. Love always Josef, Olivia, Maisie and Sonny Gardner xo

    Olivia Gardner October 19 2021 6:00 pm

  57. R.I.P. Helen 🌸🌼
    Thinking of you all, and sending much love xxx

    Cheryl Cooper October 19 2021 6:15 pm

  58. Wonderful celebration of Helen’s life. She would be so proud of you kate and families. 💕

    Jan Sullivsn October 19 2021 6:24 pm

  59. An incredible lady with a BIG heart, who was loved by everyone. She will never be forgotten! Sending all our love and strength to Steve, Kate, Pete, Wayne and families XXX
    Joel, Simone, Lennie, Stella & Max Bell

    Simone & Joel Bell October 19 2021 6:49 pm

  60. To Stephen and family
    Too soon, Helen will be sadly missed. Always positive, always living life to the fullest. Thoughts with you, all the Deppelers and all the O’Connors.

    Phil Crowe October 19 2021 6:50 pm

  61. To Stephen,
    Kate, Peter and Wayne
    And all your families
    Thinking of you all as you say goodbye to your loved Helen.
    Frances O’Connor

    Frances O’Connor October 19 2021 7:08 pm

  62. To Stephen , Kate, Peter, Wayne Deppeler and O’Connor families
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this this time.
    Terribly sorry for your loss.
    Mary Martin Wilson and family and from the Dunnes

    Mary and Martin Wilson October 19 2021 7:11 pm

  63. Steve, Kate, Peter and Wayne. Thinking of you all at this sad time.

    Carol Fulford October 19 2021 8:06 pm

  64. We will all miss you so much. You were such a special friend to so many. The funny lady that we all loved to be around and invite to every party. The memories of going to musicals and the footy and then always enjoying the sweets.. A beautiful collection of memories, thank you to the family for sharing with us and thinking of you all.

    Sarah, Jarrad, Menzel and Nelson Cook October 19 2021 8:13 pm

  65. What a wonderful woman, always happy to say hello. She will be missed by many. All our love Aaron and Cassy Crole. Beautiful send off xx

    Cassy Aaron crole October 19 2021 8:31 pm

  66. Sending our love and deepest sympathy to Steve, Kate, Peter, Wayne and your families. Helen was such a beautiful person, who will be dearly missed by many. She was always interested in what you had been up to and always asked about our kids and grandkids. Such a bubbly positive person. What a beautiful service to celebrate her life. Love Jenny and Peter 💕💕

    Jenny and Peter de jong October 19 2021 8:51 pm

  67. Stephen & Family.
    So sorry to hear of your loss in Helen’s passing.
    Thinking of you.

    Patrick Dunne October 19 2021 8:59 pm

  68. Helen’s vibrancy, love and humour was a gift to everyone and will always continue be.
    Greatest love to Pete, Kate, Wayne, Stephen and family xx

    Sonia Moloney October 19 2021 9:09 pm

  69. Helen who brought so much joy from her infectious smile and beautiful personality.. passing on her wise full of life ideas to Peter-Kate-Wayne.. She wont be forgotten! Thinking of you all.. x

    Kat Blake October 19 2021 9:52 pm

  70. To the Deppeler and O’Conner families
    Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
    Helen you will be greatly missed. You always found time to stop and say hello.

    Carol and Mark Benton & families

    Carol Benton October 19 2021 10:16 pm

  71. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Blessings

    Cheryl Tregea October 19 2021 10:48 pm

  72. To Stephen, Kate, Peter, Wayne and family and all the O’Connor family,
    Thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult and sad time. What a beautiful service!.
    Clare and Rod Monk

    Clare Monk October 20 2021 12:16 am

  73. Our sympathies to Noreen, Stephen, Kate, Peter, Wayne & family. The service was so moving. Helen touched my life with her smile, warmth & a chat most weeks. One in a million.
    Donna, Chris, Britta & Simon Harkness

    Donna Harkness October 20 2021 12:32 pm

  74. To the O’Connor Family,
    Sincere sympathies to you all
    with love and prayers
    from The Creece Family

    Jane Petti October 20 2021 2:41 pm

  75. Deepest sympathy to Stephen, Kate, Peter, Wayne and families
    Helen was a beautiful woman inside and out and will be sadly missed by all.
    Love Nick and Edwina Hayes

    Edwina Hayes October 20 2021 9:38 pm

  76. To all the family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Helen was a loving, caring person, just like the rest of the clan. It was a beautiful send off for a beautiful lady. Greg and Kath McMeel

    Greg McMeel October 21 2021 12:06 pm

  77. Sympathy to Stephen, Kate, Peter, Wayne and families. She was a great lady, always ready with a smile and a chat.

    Maree Anderson October 21 2021 12:28 pm

  78. So sorry to learn about your loss Steven, Kate,Peter, and Wayne and family.
    Life is not about how long you live, but how well you live.
    Helen definitely did live her life well.
    My sincere condolences to you Steven and your family, and remember I am just next door for a chat or a cuppa.
    Jan Borsje

    Jan Borsje October 21 2021 8:12 pm

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