ROFE, Helena (Lena) Gwendoline (née Forder)

Born on October 15, 1924. Passed away July 14, 2023.

Passed away peacefully at Latrobe Regional Hospital, surrounded by family, on Friday 14 July 2023.

Aged 98 years.

Much loved wife of Jack (Dec).

Loving mother and mother in-law to Alan & Noelene (Both Dec), Carol (Dec) & Peter and Cheryl (Dec).

Adored Nan to Darlene & Mitch, Belinda & Kyal, Karen, Natalie & Brett, Narelle & Mark, Warren, Dwayne & Kate.

Cherished Great Gran to Shannon & Jess, Sarah & Nick, Billie, Kobi, Ashton, Georjia, Paige, Addy, Elijah (Dec), Cooper, Noah and Ollie.

Loved Great Great Gran to Max.

A loving lady, so good and kind,
What wonderful memories you’ve left behind.
Silent thoughts may bring a tear,
For a lady we miss and loved so dear.

‘Reunited with her loved ones’

Funeral Notice
Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel 260 Princes Highway, TraralgonView Map
The Funeral Service for Mrs Helena Gwendoline Rofe will be held at Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel, 260 Princes Highway, Traralgon on FRIDAY (July 28, 2023) commencing at 11.00 am.

At the conclusion of the Service the Funeral will leave for the Traralgon Cemetery, Gippsland Memorial Park.

Lena's service will also be livestreamed.

To view the livestream, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
Tributes
  1. A beautiful lady, finally reunited with her loving Family. May you rest in eternal peace Lena. Love Shirl & Nev.

    Shirley Brady July 19, 2023
  2. The best nan in the whole wide world. You loved your family so much and you showed us that from the day we took our first breath until the day you took your last. You’ve endured so much heart ache over the years but you soldiered on for as long as you possibly could. It’s now your time to rest Nan. We take comfort in knowing that you are now reunited with your husband and kids. You will be missed beyond measure. Thank you nan, from the bottom of my heart, I will love you always and forever. Darlene xx

    Darlene Musgrove July 19, 2023
  3. Dearest Leney, what can I say. Life can be so cruel and you never let it get you down. You were a legend to us all.we are going to miss you mate, almost 50 years as the best Mother in law a bloke could ask for. R.I.P. XX Pete

    Peter Cantwell July 19, 2023
  4. I will miss my good friend of many years. We were young mothers supporting each other way back then. Many happy and sad times shared over the years. My thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
    Love from Joan Swan and family. x

    Joan Swan July 19, 2023
  5. nan word cannot describe how you truly impacted my life .
    Your funny sense of humour , the quiet conversation we had when needing a shoulder . No judgement just warmth and understanding . You taught me some wonderful values just by being you . Your love and kindness was alway felt .
    The wonderful memories we all share . You will be forever in our hearts . My love to you forever Little Lene . Karen Xx

    Karen Bovill July 28, 2023