MAFS expert Mel Schilling dies aged 54
Mel Schilling, beloved MAFS relationship expert, has died aged 54 after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
16°CJohn William Curtin AM
March 17, 1946 – September 8, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of John William Curtin AM, who left us peacefully on September 8, 2025, at the age of 79.
John was the devoted and much loved husband of Mary, proud dad to John, Paul (deceased) and Anthony, loving father-in-law to Marney, and cherished Poppa to Annabelle, Patrick, and Harry. His family was the centre of his world, and he embraced every role in life with love, humility, and integrity.
A passionate oral and maxillofacial surgeon, John dedicated his career to ensuring that quality health care was accessible to those who might otherwise go without. He was deeply committed to advancing health education, generously sharing his expertise with practitioners around the world, leaving a lasting impact on countless lives and the medical community.
John’s memory will forever be cherished by his loving family and all who had the privilege of knowing him.
May he rest in peace.
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