Very sadly, local treasure Pam Sonia passed away in Ewingsdale, last Wednesday, December 6.
She was well known and loved in our community as a midwife and nurse who contributed significantly to her community and touched the lives of many through her work. During the I980s and 1990s she, alongside Dr David Miller, pioneered home birthing in the area. With home and hospital births combined, Pam delivered some 2,000+ babies.
She was born in Yallourn, East Gippsland and grew up in Moe. Moet was also her favourite champagne. She was the third daughter of Dr Sonia and Cissy. From a young age she accompanied her dad on his home visits showing an early interest in medicine. Caring and looking after people was her passion. She worked 35 years with NSW Health; some 20 years in intensive care.
For a time, she was a teacher at Durrumbul preschool where in her final year, 15 of the 20 children were ‘her home birth babies’. She was very proud of that.
Pam led a life devoted to caring for others, during births, deaths, and illness. She often turned up unannounced at just the right time. Many benefitted from her kind words and health care advice. She was always available for others in need and gave of herself freely.
Her legacy lives on through her son Ben, daughter-in-law Nancy, and beloved granddaughter Ziggy.
You were such an amazing soul. May Pam Sonia rest in peace, and may her family find comfort in the memories of her love, kindness, and the positive influence she had on so many lives.
A funeral service and celebration will be held at Kohinur Hall, Upper Main Arm at 11am Thursday, December 14.
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