16.06.1947 ā 08.03.2026
Isobel Esmore 78, of Eganstown, born Patricia Isobel Matthew in Gosford, NSW on 16th June 1947, passed away peacefully on 8th March 2026 in Ballarat.
She was well known for her kind and calm nature, her smile and her ability to make you feel at ease in her company. She loved her dogs, the most recent being Maddy, Sam and Tess.
She was a farmer, shop assistant and business owner of Melbourne-based Pet Meals on Wheels in the 1970’s. Later as a massage therapist, she built up a successful business, the Massage Healing Centre in Daylesford and supported her husband, Ian in his property-based ventures by designing fit-outs, colour schemes and sourcing fittings.
She had a life-long passion for fibre-crafting, felting and weaving and collecting anything from sticks, feathers, dried corn husks and palm fronds to make baskets, and ended up with not so many hand-crafted products and baskets, but lots of items to make them with. She was interested in helping people and had an ambition to impart fun into everyday life, she was drawn to the esoteric, reading books and caravanning. She loved gardening and walking her dog.
Beloved wife of the late Ian Esmore. Mother of Elizabeth and Fraser. Dear sister of Dianne and Bronwyn. Sister-in-law to Barry, Kevin, Geoff, Olga, Kaye and Geraldine. Auntie to a number of nieces and nephews.
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Very sad to hear of the passing of dear Isobel. I fondly remember my time at Eagenstown working in Ian and Isobelās beautiful garden. It was fun to work alongside Isobel sharing jokes and stories as she rescued special pieces of wood from Ians āburn it allā pile! Thank you Isobel for your calm kindness and your imaginative love for nature which gave me a wonderfully creative way to see the World.
Fondest memories of Isobel. Wonderful spirit. I shared a room with her on a trip to India. Where she fell for Ian. Condolences to the family.
My deepest condolences to Isobel’s family and close friends. I remember her warm smile and pleasant nature. Her engagement in community life and her care of others were an inspiration for all to follow.
Rest in peace until we meet again…
I was so sad to hear about your passing Isobel. A genuine and loving person. Thank you for letting out your house in Daylesford to me for a short break.
In Serbian we say:
Neka joj je laka crna Zemlja i neka pocivu u miru
May the black earth be light for her and may she rest in peace.
So nice our lives touched over the years. Your lovely smile and gentle energy enhanced our shared experiences. We send our love to you and your family.
Condolences to Isobelās family, lovely lady at rest.
Condolences to Isobelās family, lovely lady at rest.
Farewell my beautiful friend.
So many fond memories of shared hilarity and silliness. And our mutual love of nature and art, collecting random very “special” bits of twisty wood and bark on our nature walks. We really “got” each other. Thanks for all those lovely shared times. I feel your love and know you are now free to soar on the inner realmsšššš
We will always hold our beautiful memories of Isobel close to our hearts. Will always remember her laugh, her gorgeous smile and her beautiful nature. Fly high Isobel š¤
Heartfelt condolences to all the family š¤
Niels Mogensen
I send my deepest condolence to the family of Isobel. I spend over twenty years looking after Isobel and Ianās wellbeing with massage, and have many jolly and warm memories of Isobelās generous loving heart and creative artistic personality. Both Isobel and Ian was passionate in contributing and cultivating community life and connection. Isobel will be missed by many of us her knew her.
We remember dancing at Ian and Isobelās wedding. Such a joyous couple, always so full of plans while treading lightly in the earth. Isobel made such beautiful, original art from found objects. A warm and welcoming friend. Sadly missed. Our heartfelt sympathy for your loss.
I miss you Isobel, dearest friend. Thank you for being a constant, loving presence in my life for so many years.
I sadly missed the chance to visit my beautiful Aunty Isobel one last time, by just one day. It breaks my heart that I didnāt get to see you again while I was passing through, but I will always remember you, Isobel, for your kind heart, warm soul, and beautiful smile.
Rest peacefully, beautiful lady.
You will be deeply missed by so many.
Our heartfelt condolences go out to all who loved and were close to her.
Love always,
Cameron, Kellie, Tarlia & Brent xx š¤
What a privilege itās been to be able to call you friend for over 55 years.
Such a beautiful soul. Will miss you forever.
Heartfelt condolences to Liz, Diane and Bronwyn who have cared so deeply for your care in recent times.
Reunited with Ian.
Condolences to Isobelās family. A interesting and kind woman, who will be missed.
Our much loved and beautiful sister-in-law and Aunt will be in our hearts and remembered forever. We had many wonderful, exciting and happy times together with Isobel and Ian.
Condolences to her family and friends.
Our dearest Isobel being such a kind and gentle lady, our beautiful sister-in-law. We have so many happy memories, sharing family days and visits on our travels through Daylesford, Eganstown and Casterton. Both Isobel and Ian will be missed so much but we will keep them in our hearts forever. Rest In Peace Isobel. With our love, Jeff, Geraldine and our Family
Condolences to Elizabeth, Fraser, Dianne & Bronwyn
Delightful memories of the times I spent with cousin Ian and Isobel, often at Esmore family functions or just for a coffee in Daylesford. Sad times for her family and condolences to them.
Iāll always remember Isobel as a gentle and good-natured presence. She always radiated with a bright smile. My condolences to her family and dearest friends.
You were a friend of long standing Isobel and I remember my stay with you and Ian in the 1990’s before I moved to Daylesford and the meals we shared since then. We did not get that last coffee together before illness struck again, but I hold you and the family in my heart.
Farewell, dear Isobel. Thank you for such wonderful memories of living on your property at Eganstown, with our shared scheming, doing and adventuring. You always spread a beautiful, sensitive light wherever you went and you touched the earth with a delicate sensitivity. Thank you for being and may you journey well.
A beautiful being, so sad at your passing. Radiance emitted, your glow is ever luminous. Ross.
Loving condolences to Isobel’s family. I will always remember Isobel’s beautiful smile and gentle yet strong presence.
Natureāchild: courageous, honourable and quirky. A bright light that will be missed. Rest in peace old friend. My sincere condolences to you Liz and the rest of the family.
Deepest condolences to Isobelās family at this sad time
Isobel, you gave me the greatest gift of my life when you handed me the reins of your beloved business in Daylesford. I have such fond memories of us working together, laughing together, planning together. You will be so missed by so many. I hope to be able to join memorial on April 10th the Deepest sympathies to Liz
Sending condolences to Isobelās family. She was a beautiful person will be sadly missed by many. Glenda Rozen
A beautiful smiling face was Dear Isobel, now reunited with Ian.
We are very saddened to hear of the passing of Isobel. Many fond memories of our time with Isobel & Ian, neighbours in Eganstown.
Condolences to the family, love The Thannhauser Family, Bob, Paul & Carmel.
Thank you for letting me know Liz. Such sad news, I have such good memories of Isobel. My sincere sympathy to you and the family.
Jodie, I am sorry you won’t be here for the 10th April Memorial/funeral.
Blessings to Your Soul Dear Isobel š I have great memories with you in the eighties in Melbourne as a friend and also a member of the Fellowship and in Daylesford at the Healing Massage Centre when Richard and I worked by your side. We love you and we are missing you. Deepest sympathies to you Liz and the family. With Loving Kindness š Lama France et Richard š
We were very saddened to the passing of Isobel, we have so many fond memories of our time with Isobel & Ian when they lived in Casterton, she will be missed.
Condolences to the family, love Jon & Fang – Casterton.
We were very saddened to the passing of Isobel, we have so many fond memories of our time with Isobel & Ian when they lived in Casterton, she will be missed.
Condolences to the family, love Jon & Fang – Casterton.
Thank you so much for letting me know of the arrangements Liz.
I was so sad to hear of Isobelās passing & send my heartfelt commiserations to her family. She will be so misssed.
Thank you for the opportunity to attend the memorial on April 10.
Sending heartfelt condolences to Isobel’s family at this sad time. Isabel’s was a beautiful person who will be missed by so many. She and Ian were wonderful neighbours in Casterton.
I am sorry to hear of Isobelās passing. I will be in NZ on April 10. Can I attend her funeral?
Liz, Bronwyn, Dianne & the whole family, sending our deepest condolences at this very sad time. We hope to be able to help you celebrate Isobelās life in a really personal way. Kate Morgan & the team at Tomorrow Funerals