Manuel (John) Augusto Rodrigues Fernandes

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 

Remembering Manuel

Manuel was one of those people who left an impression wherever he went. He had a big heart, a cheeky sense of humour, and an unmistakable laugh that could fill a room. Whether you met him once or had known him for decades, chances are you'd remember him.

Born in Portugal, Manuel came to Australia with little more than determination and an incredible work ethic. He never forgot where he came from, and through years of sacrifice, resilience and grit, built a life and legacy that made his family proud.

John had a gift for bringing people together. Family lunches were never rushed, there was always another story to tell, another oyster to shuck, another bowl of his famous soup to share, and usually a cheeky grin after sneaking another bottle of wine. 
His greatest legacy isn't measured by what he built, but by the people whose lives he shaped. His generosity, determination, loyalty and love for his family will live on through every story shared, every lesson remembered, and every generation that follows.

Manuel is lovingly remembered by his wife, Carole; his sons, John and Manuel; his grandchildren, Bella, Max, Noah, Hugo and Mia; and the many friends and members of the community whose lives he touched. We will miss his laugh, his stories, his stubbornness, his wisdom, his cooking and the way he made people feel welcome. We are incredibly grateful to have called him ours.

We would love for you to share any photos, stories, or special memories of Manuel on the memory wall below.
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July 5, 2026

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Poppy, I will always remember learning to shuck oysters with you, mustering cattle with nothing but a piece of poly pipe, and that unmistakable cheeky laugh of yours. I’ll remember sitting beside you on the couch while you held my hand a little too tightly, laughing over the movie Barnyard, long lunches and learning to cook amazing soups. You were stubborn, mischievous (something I inherited, along with your big back eyes) and completely unforgettable. I’m so proud to be your granddaughter x

Bella Fernandes

July 5, 2026

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And we still don't know what happened to that finger...

Noah Fernandes

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Delfin

Dad

Carole Fernandes

Valdimar Fernandes

Fernanda Fernandes

John Fernandes

Children

Max Fernandes

Hugo Fernandes

Mia Fernandes

Manuel Fernandes

Children

Bella Fernandes

Noah Fernandes

Severino Fernandes

Jose

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Valdimar Fernandes

Fernanda Fernandes

Severino Fernandes

Jose

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Carole Fernandes

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John Fernandes

Max Fernandes

Hugo Fernandes

Mia Fernandes

Manuel Fernandes

Bella Fernandes

Noah Fernandes

Manuel (John) Fernandes

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