FENTON, Edwin “Ted”
Born Monday December 09, 1935. Passed away Monday February 24, 2025.
Passed away peacefully on Monday, February 24, 2025.
Dearly loved husband of Jude. Much adored father of Wayne, Paul and Robyn. Father-in-law to Yvonne, Janet and Warren. Loving Grandpa to Luke and Rachel, Beau and Morgan; Jess, Cooper, Tia and partners. Great Grandpa to Ted and Murphy.
Dearly loved and loving husband of Jude ‘Toots’. Thank you for 64 years plus of lovely togetherness and for our precious family. Keep dancing my love. Jude
So much to thank you for Dad:
- the fierce loyalty you had for your family
- the huge personality that you were
- the ability to make people laugh, even complete strangers
- the fantastic provider that you were
- the love you showed all the family members, particularly your precious Jude.
Wayne, Paul, Robyn and families.
Special thanks to all the staff at both Colac Area Health and Mercy Aged Care.
Funeral notice
A Memorial Service to celebrate the life of Mr. Edwin "Ted" Fenton will be held at the Colac Lake Bowling Club, Armstrong Street, Colac on Thursday, March 6, 2025 commencing at 1.30 pm.
In accordance with Ted's wishes, a private cremation will be held.
For those unable to attend, CLICK HERE to view the livestream.
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Leave a tributeDear Judy & Family
Our heartfelt sympathy to you all and sending hugs during this difficult time.
Shane & Heather BullenMarch 06, 2025 8:11 pm
Fond memories of Ted during his time at the Simpson Pub. Always up for a talk. Thoughts are with Judy and the extended Fenton family.
Russell and Linda White.March 06, 2025 7:02 pm
Sending our heartfelt sympathy to Jude and all the Fenton family. Many memories of lots of fun and laughter at Simpson Hotel. Love Joe, Betty Seuren & family
March 05, 2025 8:10 pm
To Judy and Family
Our most heartfelt condolences to you all on the passing of Ted. A true gentleman xx
From Wayne Vickie Crole and FamiliesMarch 05, 2025 8:08 pm
To Judy & Family.
Thinking of you all on the passing of Ted.. A beautiful man now at rest.. Our Deepest Sympathy & our love to you all..
Peter & Paula Till ❤️March 05, 2025 7:40 pm
Dear Judy and Family,
We send our sympathy and love to you all.
Ted was amazing and was a wonderful publican with you at Simpson.
So many people remember him so well as do we.
Love Nick and BiddyMarch 05, 2025 3:53 pm
With fond memories of fun, happy times playing Table Tennis. A true gentleman! RIP Ted. Condolences to Jude and all the family.
March 05, 2025 3:51 pm
Dear Jude, Wayne, Paul and Robyn
So sorry to hear of Ted’s passing.
Sadly I can’t be there.
Love you all Helen and Geoff
March 05, 2025 2:13 pm
Dear Jude and family
Sharing in your sadness as we all remember Ted.
He was a legend to the Simpson Community,a great Publican and a great bloke.
Thinking of you all as you celebrate Teds remarkable life.
May your beautiful memories provide comfort during this difficult time.
From. Mike, Diane Alstin and FamilyMarch 05, 2025 11:23 am
Dear Jude, Wayne & Yvonne, Paul & Janet, Robyn & Warren and all extended family. Thinking of you all as we reflect on dear Ted’s long life. My condolences to you all. So many special moments, much fun and laughter, remembering his hospitality, his loving heart for family and kindness to friends. He will be missed and remembered well by all who knew him.
Deepest sympathy
Miffy 🥰🙏March 04, 2025 9:32 am
To Dear Judy and families,
Our Deepest Sympathy to you all on the loss of Ted.Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
Ted was "The Host with the Most".
Many thanks for memories yourself and Ted created of those Simpson times.
Lyn Thomson and family.March 03, 2025 11:22 am
Dear Jude, Wayne,Paul, Robyn and families, Our thoughts are with you and sending much love and hugs to you all at this very sad time. What a wonderful man was your Ted, so caring, kind, funny and always up for a chat. We have wonderful memories of the times we stayed at your hotels with the family, always warm and welcoming and entertaining us with stories and jokes.
He will forever be in your hearts ♥️
Rest in Peace Ted
Love Tracey and Mal BevanMarch 03, 2025 10:33 am
Dearest Jude, Wayne, Paul, Robyn and families
So sorry to hear Ted passed away, he will be sadly missed. I have many fond memories of spending time with Ted, Jude and familles over year’s gone by. A true gentleman and character, sending heaps of love to you all at this difficult time. Vicky and Geoff O’Dwyer ❤️March 01, 2025 4:35 pm
Dear Jude,My deepest sympathies to you and your family on the passing of Ted.You are in my thoughts.Gerda Hintum
February 28, 2025 6:36 pm
Sincere sympathy Jude to you and your family on the loss of your husband and father. Don’t see you often now, but good memories of our TOWN days. My thoughts are with you
Love Vonda Carson.February 27, 2025 2:29 pm
I am so sad I have lost my beautiful brother in law Ted who was the love of my sisters life. The 3 of us had so many good times and outings together. My memories will never be forgotten. You were a big part of my life for 67 years. You were such a loving, kind family man and you will live in my heart forever.
February 27, 2025 10:44 am
There are not enough kind words I can say about how much I loved my Uncle Ted. You were such a generous, loving man and I always looked up to you as a father figure. I was lucky enough to go on many holidays with you, Aunty Jude and my cousins and have a life time of memories. You taught me so many things and showed endless love. You even knew how to shoe the boys away when I turned a teenager ha ha. Not only were you such a wonderful family man, you opened your doors to all our friends who spent many times at your Hotels. I am going to miss our dancing so much. No-one else can do the Uncle Ted shuffle like you. Whilst we all have a large hole in our heart now that your gone I know you are in a better place and you will live on forever. I love you Uncle Ted with all my heart and promise you we will look after Aunty Jude who was the love of your life. Rest in peace my darling.
Love Michelle and Terry
February 27, 2025 9:28 am
Sincere sympathy for your loss. Ted had a personality larger than life and we will always have fond memories of his humour and cheeky comments.
He could always point out the lighter side of any situation and bring a smile to your face.
He will always have a special place in our hearts.
Condolences to Jude, Paul, Wayne, Robyn and families.Glenda, Ashley, Carly and Kirk Fenton
February 27, 2025 9:11 am
Judy to you and your family our thoughts are with you all. We have many happy memories of our time in Simpson with yourself & Ted.
Betty & Ken Unwin, Kilmore. Vic.February 27, 2025 7:59 am
I am so sad, Uncle Ted , I have always looked up to you as a very special person, the way you loved Aunty Jude, and what a fantastic family man you were. I have always thought of you as a father figure, always there for me, you were always the life of every party, you could dance better than all of us young ones, you will be so sadly missed, but you will hold a special place in my heart forever, I will never forget, I love you with all of my heart ❤️
February 27, 2025 12:25 am
Ted was the best publican I have known. Always had a smile on his face and a good joke to tell. He will be sadly missed by many.
Deepest sympathy to Jude and family.
February 26, 2025 10:29 pm
To dear Jude, Rob, Woz, Jess, Coop, Tia. Wayne & Yvonne, Paul & Janet & families,
Our heartfelt sympathy to you all on the sad passing of Ted. A truly wonderful and funny man that made us laugh whenever our family got together.
A life well lived full of love from his beautiful family and now may he rest in peace ♥️
Love, Ian, Richelle, Charlie, Millie & Jack Seuren XxxFebruary 26, 2025 9:44 pm
Our deepest sympathies to you all! May you find some comfort from all the beautiful memories you hold 🌹
Karen Seamus Conor Declan Sinead and Ash 💗
February 26, 2025 8:33 pm
Dear Mrs Fenno, Paul, Janet, Wayne, Yvonne, Robyn, Wazza and families,
Our sincere condolences to you all. Teddy was larger than life and an inspiration to giving things a go. We loved him dearly and there are so many memories we’ll cherish. Always quick with a joke and a fierce love for his family. Always in our thoughts
Cheers to you Teddy
February 26, 2025 8:10 pm
Deepest sympathy Judy and family. So many wonderful memories of Ted working at the hotel.
Julie Leon
Nicholas Emily & Jessica WetemansFebruary 26, 2025 6:43 pm
It’s sad to say goodbye to such an amazing man. He was always the fun uncle who made us laugh. Aunty Judy and Uncle Ted were always there for our family especially when mum and dad were unwell. It is so sad to say goodbye to such a beautiful family person. Condolences to Judy, Wayne, Robyn Paul and families Donna xxxx
February 26, 2025 6:20 pm
Dear Judy, so sorry to hear of Ted’s passing. He was a jokester and always up for a chat about anything and everything. I’m sure Dad and he will be up there planning the next big thing together and getting into trouble no doubt.
Love to you and the family 💔Sue
February 26, 2025 6:06 pm
My dearest Uncle Teddy Bear, how you will be missed. My childhood was filled with fun and laughter and you being in it made it all the better. Love Michelle
February 26, 2025 5:52 pm
So sorry to hear about your dear husband and dad. Thinking of all the Fenton/McKay families 🥀
Marg & Darky Williamson & family xxFebruary 26, 2025 5:49 pm
To dear Jude and family. We are saddened to hear of Ted's passing.May he Rest in Peace.
February 26, 2025 3:35 pm