Te Paa – Lance (Pinky)

Born on June 22, 1950. Passed away August 20, 2022.

Dearly loved husband of Nikki

Father and father-in-law of Mandy and Andrew, Scott and Mandy, Richard and Amy, Wayne and Sherri

Adored Pinky Pa to Hayley, Ben, Ruby, Justin. Milly, Bella, Jack, Mitchell, Tommy and Lily.

 

On Saturday morning the world lost a beautiful soul.

We are heartbroken but we will ensure your legacy lives on through the music you gave us and the family bond you created.

Funeral Notice
Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel 437A Princes Drive, MorwellView Map
The Funeral Service and committal for cremation for Mr. Lance (Pinky) Te Paa will be held at Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel, 437A princes Drive Morwell on Friday August 26th 2022 commencing at 1.30pm
Tributes
  1. To all tepaa family thinking if you all, sincere condolences love from kuempflein family

    Sandra kuempflein August 21, 2022
  2. To Nikki and family, so very sad to hear of Pinky’s passing. Pinky was always such a happy person whenever you met him and he will be very much missed by all his family. Deepest sympathy in your loss and may Pinky Rest In Peace.

    Paul and Pam Vanderzalm August 21, 2022
  3. Sincere sympathy to Nikki, Mandy, Scott, Richard, Wayne and families on the passing of Pinky.
    Beautiful memories of days gone by.
    May the the love and support of family and friends and all your beautiful memories of Pinky comfort you all at this sad time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
    Much love to you all
    Julie Ryan and all the Ryan Family.

    Julie Ryan August 22, 2022
  4. Condolences to the Te Paa whanau.Prayers and thoughts are with you at this sad time.Thank you Pinky for the bond we shared together in the short time that we had. I will always have fond memories of you and our koreo.’Fly High Uncle’…Fly High!!

    Michael Spooner August 22, 2022
  5. Had a lot of laughs with this genuine nice bloke on the golf course. R.I.P. Pinky

    Neil Starkey August 22, 2022
  6. To Nikki and all your family, so sorry to have heard about Pinky, our condolences to you all, will be thinking of you all at this sad time….

    Lance, Luisa Oates and Family August 22, 2022
  7. To all the Tepaa family , . Pinky was an amazing musician and a wonderfull person who will be greatly missed.
    Sincere condolences from The MacCubbin family

    David MacCubbin August 23, 2022
  8. Sending love and our sincere condolences to Mandy, Nikki and the Boys and families. Growing up with the soulful sounds of Pinky and enjoying many amazing childhood memories with this beautiful family, our hearts and thoughts surround you in strength and loving memories of a wonderful human. Music heaven’ shines brighter than ever.. Rest in peace Pinky
    The Quinn family

    Lana Quinn August 23, 2022
  9. To Nikki and family, so sad to hear the news about Pinki. Many great golfing memories, great golfer, and a even better man. Thinking of you all, during this sad time.

    Neale Godenzi August 23, 2022
  10. To Nikki Mandy Scott Richard Wayne and familys thinking of you all at this sad time will miss that smiling face such a beautiful man and his music was the best Dianne Murray Tracy Nikki and Grant McCracken

    Dianne and Murray McCracken August 23, 2022
  11. Sending our condolences to Nicky, Mandy, Scott, Richard, Wayne and family’s. A great family man, and always very supportive in the basketball days..
    Rest In Peace
    Love from RusselI and Grace

    RusselI Thomas August 23, 2022
  12. To all the Tepaa family sorry to hear of the passing of Pinky such a lovely man . All his talents will be missed by as all .A legend in all ways RIP mate . Marty and Glynis Bugeja

    Martin Bugeja August 23, 2022
  13. Our thoughts are with all the family. Remembering Pinky’s fabulous music
    Such a loss. Deepest condolences. Val and Brian EDDY.

    Val Eddy August 23, 2022
  14. To Nikki and family, so very sad to hear of pinky’s passing,my deepest condolences, to you all, pinky, is now at peace. Lots of love Carol

    Carol Grigarius August 23, 2022
  15. To Nikki and families sincere condolences to you all on behalf of myself and family. Pinky was an absolute treasure. It was an honour to look after him. He will be greatly missed by everyone

    Elaine Willshire August 24, 2022
  16. Sincere sympathy to Nikki and family.

    Angelo Cesarello August 24, 2022
  17. Condolences to the Te Paa family. We remember Pinky as a lovely man during the days of the Morwell Rugby Club and more recently when Paul visited him at Morwell. Paul and Sonya Bramley.

    Sonya Bramley August 24, 2022
  18. To Nikki and family,
    Condolences to all of you. Prayers and thoughts are with you at this sad time.

    Phill and Irene Bramstedt August 25, 2022
  19. To Nikki and family

    Death brings a heartache, no one can heal.
    Love brings a memory, no one can steal.

    Colin Dixon & Linda

    Linda Dixon August 25, 2022
  20. Nikki so sad for loss thinking of you all judy & bill tumney

    Judy & bill tumney August 25, 2022
  21. Dear Nikki and family, Condolences on the passing of Pinky. Always a smile and a chat when we saw each other. Such a lovely man. Will be sadly missed. Marj, Julian and family

    Marj Cras August 25, 2022
  22. Nikki and family please accept my sincere condolences. We say goodbye to a top bloke. May he rest in peace

    Tony Basten August 25, 2022
  23. Deepest sympathy to Pinky’s family. The only man I worked with who always got his leave forms approved every time – I guess that happens when you sign the bosses signature! It was great to catch up with you again at Heritage Manor. RIP Pinky.

    Sam Soutar August 25, 2022
  24. Our deepest sympathy to you Nikki and the family ,
    We have such beautiful memories of a big hearted man who loved his family and had time for everyone ,
    Think of you ,

    Leigh and Leanne Lawrence August 25, 2022
  25. Dear Pinky
    Beautiful humble man.
    Lovely memories of silent night at the bowls club..
    Was so special to share the stage with you.
    RIP singing with angels
    Gaye Lynn xx

    Gaye Lynn Sinclair August 25, 2022
  26. To Nikki and family, so sorry to hear of the passing of Pinky, such a lovely man, RIP Pinky, Dan and Mary Langan

    Mary. Langan August 26, 2022
  27. R.I.P PINKY, GLAD I HAD THE PLEASURE OF WORKING WITH YOU AT YALLOURN YEARS AGO, CATCH UP ON THE OTHER SIDE.

    MARK LLOYD August 26, 2022
  28. Best wishes to Nikki and all the Te Paa family. Pinky was a much loved and loving family man who leaves fond memories for all who knew him. Our deepest condolences to you all from Nick and Lynne.

    Lynne Nikodemski August 26, 2022
  29. To dear Nikki and your lovely family, absolutely shattered to hear about the passing of Pinky. What a fantastic bloke. From the first time we met and every time after that, no matter how long it was between drinks, he always had time for a yap and a bit of a catch up. What a legend in sooo many ways. The world will be a sadder place without him in it, that’s for sure. Sincere condolences to the Te Paa family. RIP Pinky.

    Stephen Godwin August 26, 2022
  30. Sincere Condolences to Nikki, Scott, Richard, Wayne, Mandy & all his Mokopuna. Also to his Sisters Ricci, Tania & All their Whanau. So many Treasured Memories of Pinky from 1974 in Morwell, Churchill & Traralgon. A Legendary Singer with Natural Musical Talent 🎤🎼🎸, Awesome Sportsman as well, also had a Laugh 😂 when he was around. Moe Mai Ra Pinky🥰💞. Karen & Whanau🖤🤍

    Karen Eketone August 26, 2022
  31. To Richie and Family
    Condolences to you and your family .
    Thinking of you.

    Kane Williams Kate Brown August 26, 2022
  32. such great memories. thinking of u all at this sad time Nikki, how can anyone forget the voice, the man, the legend, Pinky, you will be for ever missed , Now teaching the angels how to sing <3

    Michelle Holland August 27, 2022
  33. Dear Nikki & Family

    Such sad news to hear of the passing of Pinky
    What a Man, What a voce ,What a Legend
    Now teaching the angels how to sing,
    RIP Pinky, you are so sadly missed by your beautiful family and friends xx

    Michelle Holland August 27, 2022
  34. Dear Nikki and family. Our thoughts and love are with you all. We have wonderful memories of Pinky and his friendship while we were in Tanjung Enim Indonesia as part of the Workshop Team expatriates. His happy “selamat siang” and “apa kabar” will be missed. David Krohn, Maree, Marianne, and John. Sampai jumpa lagi teman saya.

    David Krohn August 27, 2022
  35. To Nikki and family, so very sad to hear of Pinky’s passing. He was my first mixed doubles partner for tennis when I first moved to Morwell and he was encouraging, gentle spoken and very funny. RIP Pinky game, set and match to you

    TRACIE CAMPBELL August 27, 2022
  36. Sorry for you loss Nikki thinking of you and your family
    Love Donna and Sam

    Donna Mellon August 29, 2022
  37. To Nikki and family sorry for your loss
    Thinking of you at this sad time
    Love Donna and Sam

    Donna Mellon August 29, 2022
  38. Devastated to hear about the sad passing of my beloved vocal coach Pinky (30 years ago). He taught me so much and I’m indebted to him for his support.
    Huge condolences to Nikki, Mandy, Scott, Richard and Wayne and your families.
    Remembering the good times and even better music.

    Liz Tripodi September 11, 2022