Elaine Joy Duyvestyn’s story starts on May 25, 1950, when she was born in Australia to parents Harry and Betty Howson. When Elaine was 23, she married her husband, Arnoldus Jozef Duyvestyn. Elaine became a mother to Wayne, Paul, and Neil. She went on to work as an administrator and made her home in Cranbourne, Victoria. Elaine is loved by family and friends alike. She will be missed and always remembered. We encourage you to help keep her story alive by sharing a memory or reflection.
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Elaine lived a life of purpose and gave so much to others. She has lived a life of service to the Melbourne softball Association and has left a legacy for others to continue to enjoy the game she loved. Thankyou Elaine for your friendship you will always have a special place in my heart
You will forever be missed at Fawkner Park. You and Ethan sitting inside the clubhouse always with a smile on your face being the amazing grandmother you are. Your spirit will live on through the softball community. Forever remembered as a kind soul. My biggest hugs to Kaz, Neil, Ethan and family love you guys.
Elaine, my beautiful cousin, your loss is so hard to take. You, Nol and Neil always at family gatherings. Nol, my heart breaks for you and your family, she will be with all our departed loved ones until it's time for us to meet again. I know my Bill will give her the biggest hugs 💙. Sending you much love and hugs, Raelene, Ivan, Jodie, Skye, Rob, Abby, Drew and Aunty Lorraine 💔❤️🌹
My condolences to all the family and friends. Thank you Elaine for your extensive years of service to our sport.
Elaine even though I knew for a short time, I could feel your kind heart. You were always so understanding and so accommodating with the Softball community. It was a pleasure helping you when you asked. You're an angel now. Fly up but always look down on us.
Love Andrew Taza
Elaine made a huge impact on my life, and helped welcome me into Melbourne. I am eternally blessed to have met and worked with her, and she will be greatly missed. Best regards and love to the family.
Memorial Service will be held at 10am at Mornington Green followed by the wake at Trios at 12pm.
For those unable to attend in person, the link to the live streaming of the service is below.