The following messages of condolence and symbols
have been added in memory of Alan.

A Tribute to Alan Howarth
This "Relationship" commenced when Anne & Joan started school at MORONGO as "6 Year Olds"
It "GREW" as Anne & Alan "joined" with Joan & Geoff in Engagement Parties & Weddings
THEN - there were ALL of Those "2nd Term School Holidays" on "The Sunshine Coast Q'Land". "The Howarths" driving from Geelong to ALEXANDRA HEADLAND. "The Swains" driving from Melbourne to CALOUNDRA. The CHILDREN "Migrating" between "Residences" - Intermingling on ALMOST a "Day to Day" Basis. The "Drive Home" almost "In Convoy" - staying together at "The Same Motels" on the 2 Nights.Alan stopping at "The Fisherman's Wharf" wnen leaving the "Sunshine Coast" to BUY that "Nights Seafood Dinner" for ALL !! Geoff's "Job" was to "Get Rid of The Rubbish" in "Neighbouring RUBBISH BINS" - sometimes climbing Back Fences!!
THEN - there was the "Time" when "Howarth Children" moved to Melbourne for "Unversity Study" & or "Work" and would VISIT "The SWAINS" at Box Hill
THEN - After Retiring from TEACHING - Alan "Got Involved in Speech Therapy" - HELPING MANY "Youngsters" with SPEECH Problems . ALWAYS - THE HELPING HAND THEN - There were THOSE OVERSEAS TRIPS Anne & Alan did with Joan & Geoff: The "Trip to Vanuatu - The "Thatched Roof" - The LOVELY "Ocean Views" from Our Rooms". That "Trip to The Isle of Harris" & Scotland in June/July -their SUMMER. The 4 of Us Walking Along The Beach "In Our OverCoats" !!
That "Trip down THE DANUBE" from AMSTERDAM to BUDAPEST. Those "Little Towns & Villages" we VISITED - THE LOCHS - that Lifted The Boat UP Hills AND DOWN The Other Side.
Those were THE Days - My Friend - WE Thought that THEY WOULD NEVER END
THEN - there were those "MEETINGS for Lunch" at "The Halfway House" - WERIBEE MANSION
Great that - Our Daughter Lib - home from Canada - & Son - Mike were able to "Catch Up" as Barwon Heads in Jan
Thank You ALAN for "Your Contrubution" to OUR Lives AND "The Lives of Our 3 Children
REST IN PEACE

A Tribute to Alan Howarth
This "Relationship" commenced when Anne & Joan started school at MORONGO as "6 Year Olds"
It "GREW" as Anne & Alan "joined" with Joan & Geoff in Engagement Parties & Weddings
THEN - there were ALL of Those "2nd Term School Holidays" on "The Sunshine Coast Q'Land". "The Howarths" driving from Geelong to ALEXANDRA HEADLAND. "The Swains" driving from Melbourne to CALOUNDRA. The CHILDREN "Migrating" between "Residences" - Intermingling on ALMOST a "Day to Day" Basis. The "Drive Home" almost "In Convoy" - staying together at "The Same Motels" on the 2 Nights.Alan stopping at "The Fisherman's Wharf" wnen leaving the "Sunshine Coast" to BUY that "Nights Seafood Dinner" for ALL !! Geoff's "Job" was to "Get Rid of The Rubbish" in "Neighbouring RUBBISH BINS" - sometimes climbing Back Fences!!
THEN - there was the "Time" when "Howarth Children" moved to Melbourne for "Unversity Study" & or "Work" and would VISIT "The SWAINS" at Box Hill
THEN - After Retiring from TEACHING - Alan "Got Involved in Speech Therapy" - HELPING MANY "Youngsters" with SPEECH Problems . ALWAYS - THE HELPING HAND THEN - There were THOSE OVERSEAS TRIPS Anne & Alan did with Joan & Geoff: The "Trip to Vanuatu - The "Thatched Roof" - The LOVELY "Ocean Views" from Our Rooms". That "Trip to The Isle of Harris" & Scotland in June/July -their SUMMER. The 4 of Us Walking Along The Beach "In Our OverCoats" !!
That "Trip down THE DANUBE" from AMSTERDAM to BUDAPEST. Those "Little Towns & Villages" we VISITED - THE LOCHS - that Lifted The Boat UP Hills AND DOWN The Other Side.
Those were THE Days - My Friend - WE Thought that THEY WOULD NEVER END
THEN - there were those "MEETINGS for Lunch" at "The Halfway House" - WERIBEE MANSION
Great that - Our Daughter Lib - home from Canada - & Son - Mike were able to "Catch Up" as Barwon Heads in Jan
Thank You ALAN for "Your Contrubution" to OUR Lives AND "The Lives of Our 3 Children
REST IN PEACE

My deepest sympathy to Anne, Christine, Peter, David, Andrew and your families. I am so sorry for your loss.
I am grateful for all that Alan gave to this world, and to have had the honour to share some of the journey with him. Mum and Anne have shared a special bond for around 85 years, and in turn I have had the good fortune to share experiences with Anne, Alan and the family over my 62 years. Alan was always curious, supportive, encouraging, passionate about learning and education and the children/ families he worked with, and fun. I loved catching up with him.
I am grateful to have been able to view his service, thanks. I loved the service, the tributes, the readings etc, seeing some members of the family, learning more about Alan and his amazing, giving life, and of course the glorious opera to conclude (it made me laugh, gave me joy, helped my sorrow and lifted my heart). With gratitude for Alan, and his special soul. In celebration of a glorious life lived. With all my love.

Deepest sympathy Anne, Christine and families,
Such a special, beautiful memory of Alan at Meaghan + Cameron's wedding.
Our thoughts are with you all.

Wonderful and supportive with family and friends. As a speech pathologist he has left an enormous legacy particularly with his work and advocacy within the department of education.

A wonderful man, who made a huge impression in my life, forever loved. Beautiful memories remain in my heart for always

We are not able to Attend the Funeral as my wife Joan is in “AGED CARE” & the Location is “Beyond My Driving Range”.
We have made “Arrangements” for Joan & I to “View The Webcast” in the “Facility”
We would like “The Family” to know of “Our Tribute” to Alan – A “Family Association” that goes back 84 Years
to Anne & Joan “Starting School at Morongo” 84 Years Ago.

Cheers
Geoff SWAIN

To Anne and Family,

Bev (nee Parker) and I send our deepest condolences to your family on the death of Alan.
Somehow I thought that Alan was invincible and would live forever.

Alan had a hand in my early years, first as a Sunday school teacher at Christ Church and later as the leader of the CEBS. I was in St Aidan's Group and the other was At Alban's meeting underneath the church hall. Camps at Modewarre at the Smith's farm were great adventures that Alan ran.

I too, was a Junior Legatee with Geelong Legacy, and understand the difficulties that Alan and his mother faced in his formative years,and I am aware of the assistance that Legacy provided to them.
My mother (Grace) and Alan's mother were both involved with the Widow's Guild at Geelong Legacy.
At thirteen when my father died, Geelong Legacy stepped in to assist with my education and welfare. I recall going to Legacy camps at Ocean Grove where Alan was the Camp Leader. Great fun!
My mother was involved with the widow's groups at Geelong Legacy for 47 years so it became somewhat natural that I would become more involved. I was invited to become a Legatee on my retirement and have been for 25 years including a term as President.

Alan has lived a full and varied life from which you all can draw wonderful times to recall.
May I wish the extended Howarth family strength at this sad time.

Russ Cameron

It was such a privilege to work alongside Alan as a speech pathologist in the Dept.of Education , Manifold Heights, Geelong in1986-1995..
Alan was a delight with work with and a man of great humour and integrity who shared his incredible knowledge with warmth and generosity .
Rest gently dear Alan

Wonderful teacher and speech pathologist that helped my son with his STASM and literacy. VALE Alan

Deepest sympathy to all of Alan's family.
Fond memories of our "Boss" at Norlane Primary School in the 1980's.