Remembering Sam Neill: A life beyond the screen
Sam Neill leaves behind an extraordinary screen legacy and memories of a thoughtful, humorous man whose life reached far beyond acting.
19°CPassed away peacefully at Wharparilla Lodge, Echuca.
Eldest Son of the Late Frederick and Jean Nelson.
Brother of Norma, Denise and Kingsley
(all dec), and of Wendy.
Beloved Husband of Essie.
Much loved and respected Father of Eric,
Kerry and Owen, and Father-In-Law
of Greg and Cheryl.
Treasured and proud Pa of Annie, Hugh, James,
Edward, Megan, Stewart, Jack, Darcy and Lucy.
A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, June
30, 2026 at 11am at Rochester Golf Club,
Black Culvert Rd, Rochester, to be
followed by Burial at White Hills Cemetery.
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