The following message was published in The Age and Herald Sun newspapers on Monday 9 June and Tuesday 10 June 2014:
Incredibly kind and selfless husband and father who inspired his family and brought happiness to so many. Your sudden passing brought an end to a beautiful life, but we will always cherish our time together, and how fortunate we are to have had you in our lives. We'll love you always
- Margot, Nicholas, Simon and Amy.