It is with deep sadness that we inform you of the passing of Lion Michael Brown in the early hours of Sunday 28 December. We remember Michael  for his outstanding service to Lions and to his community. 

Michael served as a Director this year and Cake Chairperson for a number of years. He served in Lions for more than 20 years, and his dedication was exemplified by him continuing to sell Lions cakes even from his hospital bed. At our Changeover in July, Michael was awarded the Ian M Stockdale Humanitarian Award in recognition of his commitment to humanitarian services.

Our thoughts are with his wife, Gena and Michael’s family during this difficult time.

Date: Tuesday, 6 January 2026
Time: 2pm
Location: St Paul’s Anglican Church, 4 Cross Street, Cleveland

It is with sad news that we inform our members that PDG Brian Gent OAM (1977-78) passed away yesterday 23/12/25. Brian was the First DG for the newly formed Q District in 1977. He was a member of Surfers Paradise and later moved to the Lions Club of Southport, where he served until 2016.

PDG Brian and Noreen celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary last year.

PDG Brian was awarded an OAM in 2017 for service to the community of the Gold Coast.

PDG Brian played an important role in the Lions Haven for the Aged 

https://www.lions201q1.org.au/images/newsletters/news-2020-21/201Q1-2020-08_August.pdf (See page 9)

Our thoughts and gratitude are with Brian's Family for his years of service to Lions and his community.

Lion Charmian Cornell

I am advising of the sudden passing of our Club Treasurer, Christine de Carteret.  She was ill last Friday and went to the hospital and passed away on 23 August 2025.  We are in touch with the family and have been assisting them. Our Club will be holding a small gathering at the Den on a date to be announced.  She was a much-loved member of our Club and championed our push to support Chappies in the schools.

Memorial Service
The de Carteret family and the PBC Lions Club will be holding a memorial for Christine at the Den on Tuesday, 9th September, Murtha Drive, Elanora at 12noon – 2.30pm   The Auxiliary have offered to cater for the event.  Could I ask that Lions coordinate with Joy Mattingley for the catering on 0407 843 858.  

The Funeral for Lion Ross Bussell is to be held on Friday 5th September 2025 - 11am, at the Anglican Church, Albert St, Moree NSW.

A memorial service to celebrate the life of Lion Jean McNeill is to be held on Tuesday 12th August 2025 - 12pm midday at the Paradise Point Uniting Church, 126 Paradise Parade Paradise Point QLD 4216