In memory of Hannah Gabrielle Friebel 🌻

By John Friebel Join Me

In memory of Hannah

Hannah Gabrielle means 'Gracious Heroine of God'.  Hannah was effervescent, she lit up any room she walked into. She had an incredibly warm and contagious smile. She made people belly-laugh. She was confident, bold, spoke up for what she believed in, championed others. She loved deeply and felt deeply. She had so much compassion and empathy for others.  She loved to dance. She was so free & graceful in every area of her life.

In time, we hope to establish a perpetual memorial that nurtures and heals with respect, and brings hope where there is none, #ForHannah.

For now, in lieu of flowers, we would ask that you contribute to the Black Dog Institute, a charity committed to suicide prevention and to the support of individuals with Bipolar disorder and Depression. 

We would love if you could include how you knew Hannah in your messages below and on her Kudoboard, so our family has a reference point for the extent of reach she had 🌻

Black Dog Institute is the only medical research institute in Australia to investigate mental health across the lifespan. Their aim is to create a mentally healthier world for everyone.

Your gift will support crucial mental health research and support services that help Australians impacted by mental illness, suicide and Bipolar.

Thank you.

My Updates

Hannah's Kudoboard

Thursday 18th Apr
There are so many memories of Hannah that we would love to capture.

If you would like to leave a special memory about Hannah, please visit the following link:

This online platform allows us to create a virtual memorial board where friends and family can share their memories, stories, and images of love, #ForHannah.

www.kudoboard.com/boards/14qud8vi

Thank you to my Sponsors

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Rowena Ward

Thinking of you all and sending much love 💜

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Maxine Angwin

💕

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Stacey Sayers

Thinking of you Jennie and Family at such a challenging time. ❤ I wish for nothing more than to find help, support and a cure for mental health issues and people struggling, so cruel to those people in it, as well as those around them ❤

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Amy Mcconachie

I am Jonathan’s Aunty in Brisbane, my 2 girls were flower girls at the wedding. I had the pleasure of having J and H stay with us and our girls formed a beautiful connection with Hannah. My sister and I took Hannah to a day spa for a bit of R & R and it was such a bonding experience, she felt like another sister by the end of the day. We all miss her greatly. Sending much love to the family. X

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Kelly And Ashan

May Hannah’s legacy of always helping others continue to live on. She was so so brave and fearless in her love for God and others.

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Toni Isaacson

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Anonymous

Hannah was such a spark of joy.

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Mich Dedek

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Mariella Papafotiou

Darling Hannah, Your beauty and gentleness touched our hearts from the moment we met you. We pray that you are at peace now in eternal bliss, in God’s care dancing amongst the sunflowers with his angels. Love always Papafotiou family

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Fiona S

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Caroline, Craig And Owen Richardson

We honor Hannah and her legacy of wanting to bring healing and wholeness to others. Our prayers are with you John and Jennie and your family. Love Caroline, Craig and Owen

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Anonymous

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Kaye Suringa

You will missed so dearly Hannah 🌻🌻🌻

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Stephanie Corbett

Rest in peace beautiful Hannah. You are loved and will never be forgotten.

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Yi Be

I am so devastated to hear about Hannah. She was such a light and joy to be around in school. Sending love to her loved ones.

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Fay

I’m now looking after my granddaughter who is feeling depressed and she has had suicidal thoughts. I am very vigilant of her as her mother did take her own life.

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Sedrak

Hannah we will miss you. You died too young and we hope the donation can help more people in the future who has mental health. We know you were an advocate of better mental health awareness. I wish you could see how much of an impact you have had now.

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Anonymous

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Julie & Amy Wright

For beautiful Hannah. May she rest in peace in gods arms. Julie & Amy xoxo

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Tanya Langdon

What a good idea - we have a lot to learn.

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Jenny Wei

Dear John and Jennie, my sincerest condolences. Words can’t express how sad I feel for the loss of your precious daughter.

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Kat Magill

Dear John, Jennie and your extended family, My sincerest condolences to you all for the loss of your beautiful Hannah. My connection was Bayside Church. I have fond memories of Hannah, who as a grade sixer was a part of my Girl Power Life Skills program I use to run at the Church. She was so excited and took everything in and did not miss a single week thanks to you both. There are no words that will bring her back, but I 100% know in my heart she is at peace and dancing with the angels. #ForHannah May her legacy live on. ❤️xx

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Andria Van Otterloo

When my husband and I first moved to Bayside Hannah was so welcoming and friendly. And every interaction I had with her was always lovely and positive. I always admired her beautiful dance skills as well. I’m so sorry for your loss really and truly

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Fiona Cook

Hannah your light shone so bright and your heart so deep and open. Your creativity was endless. We connected through our love of dance. My thoughts go to your family and loved ones. X

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The Ranchhods

From school, dance classes and concerts, and our shared faith we have so many places our lives intersected and we will remember all of these times with a smile because we can’t picture Hannah any other way…with love, Pravin and Margaret

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Ellen Adams

Sending all my love 🌻💗

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Dustin A

My thoughts are with you and your family

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Dean Morris

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Craig And Leigh

For Hannah and the Friebel's.

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John & Julie Mcclellan

We will greatly miss Hannah in our Church community. She was so loved. We hope this donation helps others in their battle with this brutal disease.

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Anonymous

My condolences

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Jess Hall

Rest easy beautiful girl.

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Angela Croome

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Liam Small

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Kelly Family

Such a beautiful soul who made the world a much better place. You will never be forgotten. Love and blessings Anne and David

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Isabelle Wilson

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Michael Brady

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Pamela Kinnear

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Rapota's Family

In memory of beautiful Hannah. She was a bright shining star that will be in our memories forever.

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Meghan Shaw

Even in her passing, Hannah is changing lives. I hope this goes some way in helping her legacy live on.

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Caroline Kinnear

Hannah was such a beautiful young woman who radiated grace. Our family, particularly Steph, will miss her sunny and kind presence in our lives.

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Steph Kinnear And Mark Ponirovsky

We love you Hannah.

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Sharon Clifford

Hannah volunteered on a research project I was managing with Monash University. She was very bubbly, confident and passionate and great at connecting with people. I am really saddened at her loss.

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Chelsea Adams

Hannah, My heart is breaking without you, your word and advocacy shall not be in vein, I shall see you again on a new plain. But for now I promise to do hard things and make them count to smile and picture you smiling back as you dance while I dance now and forever. I will miss you until I leave this place. Xx

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Wegmans

Hi John - wonderful initiative on behalf of the oh so precious to us Hannah

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Sally Scopel

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Vicky Paraskevas

💗

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Bethany Davey

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Narrell Stark

Words can’t express how sorry I am for your family having to bear this pain. I hope you find some peace knowing Hannah’s drive for connection and her compassion and courage to push for change will forever make a difference in this world. You raised a beautiful person who has touched many hearts. Her bright spirit shines on. Thoughts are with you and your family 🌻

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Philippa Lohmeyer-collins

Deepest sympathy. Love and prayers Hannah's mission to improve services for those impacted by mental health challenges finds a way.

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Eryn Dessiniotis

Dear Friebel Family, I had the privilege of meeting your beautiful daughter through her beloved husband Jonathan, in early 2023. Hannah and I connected instantly, and shortly drew parallels through our strikingly similar lived experiences. I too, have battled with the same invisible illness for almost 10 years. We both shared a passion for reform within our healthcare system. A lightbulb struck when we considered the combination of my legal mind, her wealth of knowledge and our firsthand lived experiences in this dehumanising healthcare system. Hannah’s ambition was mesmerising, and I always idolised her intellect, maturity and passion. The most heartbreaking part is that this illness has the ability to incapacitate and debilitate the greatest minds. I too live with this frustration everyday. It’s invisible, and one that no one will ever understand unless they have lived it. Whilst I am grieving the loss of a dear friend, I promise to help continue Hannah’s legacy, with other like-minded passionate individuals. I also promise to keep open conversations and share my story, to remind people that they are not alone- and there is hope. Lots of love and God bless, Eryn Dessiniotis

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Anonymous

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Andrew And Philippa Bergen

In loving memory of Hannah x

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Trisca Scott-branagan

We are so very sorry that a beautiful life has passed, too soon. So much love to your family xxx

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Anthony Sach

Deepest condolences to you all.

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Anonymous

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Karis Family

She was a beautiful person, inside and out. an infectious smile & kind, friendly, generous heart. She lit up the room 💗

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Lynn Moresi

I was one of Hannah’s lecturers in pastoral & spiritual care at the University of Divinity. Hannah was a delight to have in class - always engaging and sharing her heart. I also saw Hannah for Spiritual Direction a few times when she was discerning God’s calling on her life. She will be remembered as a kind, thoughtful and energetic woman with a HUGE ability to love..

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Mary-jane Farrer

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Saar Megides

To the memory of beautiful Hannah Saar Megides

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Daryl Benham

Our deepest sympathy. We hope that these contributions make a difference for others in need.

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Caitlin Yolland

💛

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Uyen Ambroisine

To the Friebel family. You have our love, support and prayers. Much love The Ambroisines xox

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Owen Walker

For Hannah

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Shari Holden

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Betty

Condolences to the family. Sharing sadness and grief. Rest in peace beautiful soul.

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Lisa Kilburn

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Naomi Adams

Dear Hannah, So Blessed to have had you grow up with our family, special memories, much dance and movement, deep thinking and awareness. Never forgotten. Movement for mental health will continue to be forever in our minds eye to make a change for all of us. THANKYOU. Naomi, Chelsea & Ellen.

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Caitlyn And Shawn Yapp

Much love. You'll always be in our hearts

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Michaela Muhandiramge

Hannah was such a wonderful part of our cohort at MGGS. My thoughts are with her friends and family as they navigate this difficult time. Hannah will be truly missed.

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Jodie Mazzini

Dearest John, Jennie and family, our prayers are with you all at this tragic time. Hannah’s smile would light up a room! Jess really enjoyed her time dancing with Hannah and has fond memories. May she be free and dancing with Jesus 💕

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Ross Elsted

Sending all my love to John and family

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Suzy Applebalm

Today, she is in paradise, dancing away with all the angels, where there is no pain or heartache. It’s just absolutely devastating for the rest of us still here. You had a heart of gold, and you let it shine! Generous and kind and funny. Hannah, you will be so incredibly missed, but i know you’re in a better place. We’ll all reunite soon ❤️

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Anonymous

Hannah was such a beautiful person. She had an infectious smile and genuinely cared about people. I didn’t know her well, but she always made an effort to talk to me and make me feel welcome. She made such an impact on those around her, simply by being herself 💗

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Janani Kurukularatne

Hannah you were and always will be a ray of sunshine. Thank you for coming into my life and giving me sweet memories ❤️

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Gary And Maureen Lisbon

Hannah will always be in our hearts ❤️

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Courteney Ligeti

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Sim

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Alexia Maroudas

My deepest condolences to Hannah’s nearest and dearest. Sending all my love, strength and support.

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Bev Simpson

Dearest John, Jennie and extended family, I mourn with you the loss of your beautiful daughter Hannah from this side of eternity. But I also celebrate with you the immense impact she made and the legacy she represents now she rests in peace with Jesus. With great love, Bev Simpson

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Anonymous

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Anjali Nambiar

Sending love to Hannah’s family and loved ones ♥️

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Michelle Kehoe

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Liz Battiston

Hope that this can modestly further a cause that Hannah was deeply supportive of in her memory.

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Hannah Davey

So grateful to of known and grown up with Hannah . John, Jennie and family we send you nothing but love and support through this horrific tragedy. Rest in peace Hannah , we will never forget you and your passion will continue to inspire me in my work and life . Lots of love Hannah Davey

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Katya Fatekhova

Sending all my love.

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John Friebel

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John Friebel

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Al & Mel Barnes