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in memory of

Jennifer Joy Aitken

Jennifer Joy Aitken

8th June 1953 - 20th July 2025

 

Jen left us peacefully on 20th July 2025 aged 72 years.

She will be dearly missed by her Daughter Elsa, Son in Law Rory, Brother Chris and Sister in Law Anne, Beloved Grandchildren Ennis and Rufus
and doted on Whippet Nooj. 

 

Please join with us to farewell Jen, in the Garden Room at Buda Homestead,

42 Hunter Street, Castlemaine on Wednesday 6th August between 2.00 and 4.00pm.

 

In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in memory of Jen to the Regional Community Vet Clinic https://rcvc.org.au/donate/

Tributes

12 responses to “Jennifer Joy Aitken”

  1. Hazel Crawford says:

    Always well remembered as an extraordinary woman of immense creative talent and sharp humour… our time with you a treasure.
    With love and our thoughts to you at this time Elsa.
    – Hazel Crawford, Rachaell and Jack Crawford-Corser.

  2. Lynette Brown says:

    Dear Jennifer
    Yyou were a unique treasure of creativity, humour and an unstoppable communicator!!
    You loved your dogs and cats so much.
    You’ll be happily reunited with them I hope – Siamese cats, sausage dog Olive and whippets all waiting for you.
    Lynette Brown

  3. catherine Heng says:

    For Jenny,
    You will be remembered for your loyalty and friendship and most importantly, your dignity and bravery – a special kind of person, you will be missed.
    Love Catherine & Euan

  4. Kaz Guy says:

    Jennifer “Joy”.
    We weren’t best buddies or anything but getting to know you via doing Vis Arts, Churchill uni & over the 1990s decade, was a joy.
    Your artwork was so exquisite & unique.
    A dab hand at the accordion ha.
    Happy drawing the cosmos now Jen with pets at your side.
    Taken way too soon, not fair.
    Heartfelt condolences to Elsa, family & close friends.
    Kaz Guy

  5. Sue Johnson says:

    Love you Jen,
    There is now a gap in our lives we cannot fill.
    Sue Johnson, Kate, Charlotte, Noah and Lettie.

  6. Christine Baines and Bill Langcake says:

    Dear Jen
    Such a dear friend of so many decades. I have so many treasured memories of great times together. Your creative talent was immense – as was your love of your family.
    You will leave a huge void in my life my dear, loyal and unique friend.
    Christine Baines and Bill Langcake

  7. Malcolm Beasley says:

    Jennifer!
    My favourite person in the world.
    I first saw you walking towards me on the 7th floor in Swanston St after a drawing lesson and was blown away with your smile and how COOL you were – 1979!
    You looked after me and showed me the wonder of the world.
    You taught me “it’s a very fine thing” and the joy of the piano accordion.
    So many fond memories in South Melbourne, Jeeralang and your home – your parent’s place – in Greensborough.
    I understood Bowie because of you and also the bliss of a hot water bottle.
    I have your work on the wall at home and am inspired every day looking at your creativity and knowing you were a part of my life.
    A staunch friend and patient confidante … you leave a huge legacy and will be sorely missed.
    I love you Jennifer!
    Malcolm Beasley

  8. Chris Aitken says:

    We didn’t get to spend much time together over the past 50 years. But when we did it was like we were never apart.
    Miss you dearly little Sis.
    Love forever, Chris and Anne

  9. Nikki says:

    Jen, omg you were my strength with my first born child like a grandmother to him, he’s turning 16 this year.
    I loved meet up with you in Northcote and sharing stories!!!
    Beautiful artist, beautiful baker, beautiful lady!!
    Inspirational 💜🩵❤️
    Nikki

  10. Nicola Ferguson says:

    Farewell Jen from the UK,
    I wish I was there to say goodbye.
    You were such a talented musician, artist, plantswoman and animal whisperer extraordinaire, with a wry sense of humour.
    Sending all my love to those left behind as you rejoin your beloved four-legged friends.
    Nicola Ferguson ❤️💙💚

  11. Bronwyn says:

    My condolences to Elsa, family and close friends.
    I remember Jenny’s smiling, fun loving personality as Vicky’s sister and Chris Baines great friend.
    Bronwyn

  12. Doug Waugh says:

    I miss you Jennifer.
    Dear friend for nearly 60 years.
    Doug

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Funeral Details

Buda Historic Homestead
42 Hunter Street
Castlemaine

6th August 2025 at 2:00 PM

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