PUPILLO, Shirley Annette (Formerly HOPKINS) (née RICHARDSON)
We are heartbroken to announce the death of Shirley Annette Pupillo, who passed away suddenly, but peacefully, in Mildura, aged 81 years.
Treasured daughter of Enda (dec) and William Bruce Richardson (dec) of Charam, Victoria, and loved sister of John, Dianne, Beverley, Elizabeth and Peter.
Beloved wife of Sam, dearly loved Mum and Step Mum to Melissa, Julie, Leon, Anthony and Andrew and cherished Nanna to Taylor, Jackson, Tamara, Grehem, Chloe, Sam, Nicolas, Lila and Ivy.
A champion lawn bowler and a remarkable woman who has left us too soon. Forever in our hearts, she will be deeply missed by all that knew and loved her.
Funeral NoticeFamily and friends of the late Mrs Shirley Pupillo are respectfully informed that her funeral service will be conducted at the Chapel of North West Funerals on Friday, 8 May 2026, at 10:30am. A private cremation will follow.
Watch Funeral Service HereOur sincere condolences to Sam , Julie , Melissa , Leon Andrew and Anthony and families 💐❤️🙏Rip Shirley
April 28, 2026Our sincerest sympathies to Sam, Julie, Taylor, Melissa,Leon, Anthony, Andrew and their families. I have a lot of fond memories of Shirl the curl. She was a lovely lady and will be very much missed. RIP Shirl.
Angela, Max and Thomas Beard ❤️❤️❤️
April 28, 2026I loved you endlessly before you left, and I’ll keep loving you just as hard until I see you again ✨🪽I miss you Nana
April 28, 2026No words can say how much I will miss you Shirley. Always thought we could grow old together😭
April 28, 2026
My costume designer, my stage manager, and my ardent supporter. How I will miss you😱😭
Rest in Peace special lady.Rest peacefully Aunty Shirley, I will cherish the many beautiful memories of our time spent together at Nanna and Pa’s farm. Sending all our love to Uncle Sam and family.
April 28, 2026So sorry to hear about your loss of the lovely Shirley🥲
April 29, 2026
Such a huge part of my childhood and the Connell whanau ❤️I’m so sad and shocked to hear this news. Shirley was an amazing friend to our mum. Condolences to all the family. Love from Dianne, Annita and David Connell xxx
April 29, 2026Dearest Sam, Melissa, Jules, Leon, Anthony & Andrew and families – we are sorry we can’t be back in Mildura with you all. Shirley will always be remembered for her big smile, her incredible memory of all family events and timelines, her love of bowls and music. She will be deeply missed.
May 3, 2026
Love Simone, Axel & boysMy Mum Mum when I was traveling and picking grapes, you always made me feel safe and part of the family. I will miss you so much. You made me feel part of the family. My heart is breaking. I will miss you, rest in peace, my beautiful lady you are an angel and I’m sure you’re gonna be up there with all the best❤️❤️❤️❤️😘😘😘
May 3, 2026Rest in peace, beautiful lady you’re an angel. Love you so much.
May 3, 2026Rest in peace, Mum Mum I love you so much when I was picking grapes. U made me so comfortable. Made me feel so safe.you are an angel. Love you miss you.
May 3, 2026Heart felt condolences Julie, Melissa & Family❤️
May 6, 2026
Your gorgeous Mum was a lovely lady always presented beautifully.
R.I.P. Shirley xoSorry for loss, thinking of you all at this difficult time 🙏
May 7, 2026So sorry to hear this Melissa and family. I have amazing memories of Shirley, spending time with Melissa at her house as teens. A lovely lady!
May 7, 2026I’m so sorry for your loss Sam! My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time
May 8, 2026To Sam and family. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Sending love and sincerest condolences, Barry, Mandy , Jodie and Shane..
May 8, 2026