In Loving Memory of

Anna Holyoak

13th July 1981 - 17th September 2026

Anna grew up in California with her loving parents and sister. She was surrounded by her cystic fibrosis and transplant community. She received the gift of new lungs in 2010. She thrived winning gold medals across the world. She met her husband Terry at the transplant games of America and moved to Australia in 2017. They received the gift of growing their family from Michelle Lehman and welcomed Zoe into the world in the middle of the pandemic. She continued to watch her child grow into the vision she had of her when she first met Terry. Her tenacity for life bought her more beautiful days so that she could spend time raising her daughter with Terry.

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So so sorry! Anna was a treasure and she will never be forgotten. She has touched so many people in this world. Robin and Doug we are here for you. Sending love to all of you ❤️❤️❤️

AC
Aileen Cohen Sep 25, 2026 06:52 AM

There will never, ever, ever be another Anna Modlin Holyoak! Anna was hilarious, quirky, crazy, charismatic, insightful, resilient, deep. She loved her people sooo deeply and we loved her right back. She was my musical theater buddy, my improv partner, retreat roomie, shared my love of “hospital ice”, taught me how to scrapbook….i could go on and on. I will remember, miss, and love her for all the days of my life. Sending all my love to Zoe, Terry, Robin, Doug, Sara and everyone else who knew and loved Anna

LS
Linda Shak Sep 25, 2026 06:41 AM

Thank you Anna for sharing your journey being a recipient to our family being a doner family. To see you fulfill a full life of marriage, family and loving home, gives comfort knowing you loved life to the fullest. We will miss your smile your sharing and your strong mindset when things were not so good. We will keep watch over Terry and Zoe and know they will continue on your fight. Terry, Zoe and extended family, I want to extend my deepest condolences to you all. Anytime you need anything Terry, we are family by blood, please reach out.

SS
Susan Saunders Sep 24, 2026 08:15 PM

Mate condolences to you and the family.i can say a thousand words but they will not bring the beautiful lady back , We know we meet through Kev and to have a great friendship with you guys for a long time .very strong lady and yourself with everything you guys have been through.
RIP Anna

CG
Colin Green Sep 24, 2026 05:34 PM

Terry, I’m so sorry for your loss. Anna was a truly awesome human, and I’m better for having known her. I’ll always remember her glowing smile and the warmth she brought to everyone around her.

I’m sorry I can’t be there to celebrate her life with you. I’ll be thinking of you, Zoe and everyone who loved Anna. ❤️

BW
Brendan West Sep 24, 2026 05:21 PM

There are no words when we loose someone we love so much. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Huge hugs 🌹❤️🌹

LW
Lee White Sep 24, 2026 04:58 PM

My dear friend. I sad that I won’t be able too attend. I will be in Sydney over the weekend with family.

My love and big caring hugs to you and Zoe. Anna was a one off and I know she will watch over you forever

RC
Ricky Cooper Sep 24, 2026 12:04 PM

It started with an email inquiring about Gyrotonic sessions from California. I had the opportunity to know an amazing woman. One that overcame so many challenges to live an extraordinary life more life in her short amount of years that many live less in more time. I so wish she had more time with her loving family. My deepest condolences to Terry, Zoe, her mom, dad, sister and family. Zoe what an amazing mommy you had I wish you had more time to know her. Love and prayers Dana.

DR
Dana Rader Sep 24, 2026 06:37 AM

Memorial Service


Venue: West Beach Pavilion - The Gallery
Date: Sep 28, 2026 10:00 AM
Location: 330A Beaconsfield Parade, St Kilda West, Victoria, 3182

Charity Donation


If you’d like to donate to charity on behalf of Anna and their family, they’ve suggested donating to the charity below.
Charity: Cystic Fibrosis Research Institute