Eric Collyer - 14/12/1936 - 02/01/2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Eric Collyer. Doncaster Templestowe Historical Society mourns his passing and celebrates his achievements.
Eric was a long term resident of Doncaster. He was one of the a foundation members of the society when it began back in 1967 and over his continual years of membership, he enhanced the standing of the Society and was greatly respected by all those who came into contact with him. He was always ready to assist community and Society members with his knowledge on many subjects.
He was one of the original group of people who championed the relocation of Schramms Cottage from Doncaster Road and the rebuilding at the Schramms Cottage Museum Complex.
He served 7 years as President of the Society and in many other roles, and over the years published a number of books on the history of Doncaster and Templestowe. His contribution as a member of the Manningham City Council Heritage Advisory Committee over many years was greatly appreciated by Council and the other members.
Eric will live on in the memory of many and he will remain part of the Society’s history.
Photograph: Eric standing second from right with DTHS committee members (2022)
Source: Facebook - including tributes
Funeral Service:
Beloved son of Lou and Selma Collyer (both dec.)
Loved brother of John, Paul, and Hugh (all dec.)
and brother-in-law of Edna (dec.) and Jan
'I desire to depart and be with Christ, which is better by far.' - Philippians 1:23
Loved uncle of Nic, Pauline, Anna, Robert, Emilie, and families
'In heavenly love abiding'
Family and friends are invited to attend Eric's Funeral Service on 24th January, 2025 at 10.30am in the Trinity Lutheran Church, 2 Grandview Drive, Pasadena.
The cortege will then proceed directly to Centennial Park Cemetery, Lutheran Lawn section, for the Committal, followed by refreshments in the adjacent Function Centre.
Eric's Funeral Service in the Church will be streamed live, and will also be available to view following its conclusion:
Memorial Service:
All welcome, the details are:
St Pauls Lutheran Church, 1201 Riversdale Road, Box Hill South
Wednesday 5th February, 2025 at 7.00pm
The service will be followed by tea, coffee and cake
DTHS was formed in 1967 after the proclamation of Shire of Doncaster and Templestowe as the City of Koonarra. It gained further impetus in 1971 from the need to preserve Schramm's Cottage when Doncaster Road was widened and the Council Offices erected.
DTHS aims to foster historical interest and knowledge about the history of Doncaster & Templestowe from the early 1800's through the following actions:
- acquire, preserve and display objects
- conduct and publish historical research in relation to buildings, objects, lifestyles
- advise, urge and assist in preserving historic landscapes, plants, buildings, landmarks and objects
Since formation it has completed many major projects such as:
- Moving and rebuilding Schramm's Stone Cottage from Doncaster Road to its current location at Muriel Green Drive in 1971-1976
- Accredited as an Australian Museum by the Museums Accreditation Program since 2013
- Registered as a Charity (ABN: 63854292415) with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission since foundation in 1967.
- Registered with the Victoria Consumer Affairs as an Incorporated Association (No. A0023204S) since 06/06/1991
- Published many booklets for local education and promotion of local history
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