IAN MALCOLM CHARTRES GOLDFINCH

What a man and what a great example to all who knew him, Goldie was always so welcoming and interested in what I’d been up to. My condolences to Chenda, Phillip, Dunc and Alec, take comfort in a life well lived and the love in all our hearts.

As bloddy foreiners from Munich, we have been with Ian and Chenda on seversl trips up to these special areas, where trees developped a belly.. Ian decided where to go, and Chemda prepared what to eat. And at the end of theses long days,we all were happy. Gerhild and Hemann Wagner What wonderful memories back home.

As bloddy foreiners from Munich, we have been with Ian and Chenda on seversl trips to these special areas, where trees have developped a belly.. Ian decided where to go, and Chemda prepared what to eat. And at the end of theses long days,we all were happy. Gerhild and Hemann Wagner Wonderful memories back home.

What a great man and family. Give thanks that we were able to meet and catch up with Ian, Chenda, Phil and Abi last year. Thinking of you, all our love.

Always the memories of Goldie and Jerdacuttup Players. A big presence in our district. Condolences to Chenda from Lesley and Peter Buegge

Wonderful memories of GOLDIE

Farewell Goldie, I’m sure you will be given a fitting service and send off by Chenda and family. Never above me, never below me, never in front or behind, always beside me.

For ever Ian.

Wonderful memories of a wonderful man

Thank you for a wonderful life. The most generous man in the world.

What an amazing man - thank you Ian for so much love and fun.

Thank you for all your love and fun.

All my love to Ian a wonderful man. Thank you for all your love and fun.

All my love to my wonderful brother in law. Belinda

Much love and admiration from The HamiltonForough family. It is so poignant that the second of the two eldest children of Mum and Lois has now died. I visited Ian and Richenda more than a quarter of a century ago and felt enormous respect For their pioneering labours in WA’s south West. It was also special to catch up with Ian and Chenda at Kay’s wedding. Our hearts and sympathy are with Chenda and the family.

Words will never completely capture or descibe Goldy. What he achieved for his family, his friends, his community almost fades into insignificance when your reflect on how Ian's grace, wisdom, humour, his generous soul and deeds imprinted on your heart. Goldy passing leaves a hole that will never be filled. Rest In Peace Ian

The Goldfinch family has been a bedrock of the Ravensthorpe and Jerdacuttup communities for decades. Ian was the best politician that never made it to parliament. He was fair, firm and witty and a great listener. I will miss the old bugger as we would always a discussion about world, state and Australian affairs. It will be something I will really miss. Good thing he has a strong wife in Chenda and a the boys. I know the service for him will reveal a voluminous range of achievements he has done. The world needs more Goldies.

It was truly wonderful to see Ian and Chenda in London for the birthday celebrations at Philip and Abi’s and have Angus able to meet you both and so many family members. We send our condolences and our special Chartres love to you all. Ali (Chartres) and Angus (David Chartres) Willis xx

Sincere condolences to you Chenda and family for the loss of your big man. A great character who will be well remembered. Sending all my sympathies and good wishes for your journey ahead.

Condolences Goldfinch family. Yr father , husband , uncle, mate was a great man who loved what he did for all that crossed his path. A big man with a big heart. RIP Ian.

Our deepest sympathy to Chenda and family on the death of Ian. We both have the fondest memories of Ian, Chenda and family while we were in Jerdacuttup in 1974 and 1975.

SEPWA is deeply saddened by Ian's passing and we offer our sincere condolences to Chenda, their children, family and friends. Ian's vision and passion for agriculture, and for the Shire of Ravensthorpe, was evident to all who had the privilege of working alongside him. SEPWA will always be grateful for his service.