27.6.2000 ~ 15.10.2025
Forever Loved
Your presence we miss,
your memory we treasure.
You live in our hearts,
today and forever.
Though apart in distance,
never apart in love.
Forever missed,
forever loved
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Ethan’s funeral and celebration of his life will be held
on Thursday, November 20th, 2025, commencing at 2:00 p.m.,
at Equippers Church, 255 Old South Road, Old Reynella.
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Beloved Ethan, such a kind and lovely young man. You made me laugh, you were cheeky, 'Auntie Vet. ?...' 'No I'm not giving you money to buy cigarettes Ethan!' And generous with your time too. Showing me Adelaide, (including that never forgotten very posh cocktail bar with a panoramic view), and providing a regular taxi service for my trips to and from the airport! My heart is full of love and remembrance of you Ethan. Rest well dear one. Your Auntie Vet.
Cheryl and Danny. Ethan's memory... always in your thoughts, forever in your hearts. We are sending you so much love and strength, today and always. Louise, Rob and Harry xx
Phil and I were saddened to hear of the passing of Ethan. He touched so many lives and will be deeply missed by so many x
Thinking of you all. Today you are in my thoughts xx
Dear Danny and Cheryl, We are so sad for you, your strong love for Ethan was evident, it really doesn’t seem possible that Ethan has passed. We remember Ethan as a unique young man, always keen to join in and make people laugh. We remember him as little boy, more energy than most. We loved the funny Ethan stories, especially the one of him snatching the baby Jesus from his crib in Church, in a rugby tackle on Christmas Eve. Always remembered with a smile. Our love to you always, the Elvins xxx
Cheryl and Dan, we are so sorry to hear of Ethan’s passing, sending you both lots of love and strength during this tough time. Shine bright Ethan, RIP xx
Dear Cheryl and Danny, We feel so sad and helpless. The wonderful memories we have of Ethan will be forever in our hearts. He filled us with fun, love and laughter, he had an answer for everything. His presence was amazing. All these gifts were given to him from you both. Love is Eternal ❤️ Big Hugs and Love Always Lisa, Martin, Ollie and George XxxX
Ethan, thank you for coming into our lives from the moment you were born and Cheryl and I were at antenatal classes together. From then on you and Elles were like a brother/sister and share a special bond, holding hands in the pushchair, to calling each other in the wee hours as teenagers and recently seeing you and your parents. Precious memories of you will live on with love in our hearts forever.
Our hearts go out to you both for the loss of Ethan. We cannot imagine the pain and heartache you’re feeling. Losing someone so close is so hard; we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers, and send you so much love at this sad time. We only met Ethan a handful of times during your visits to Wales, but he was always funny and lovely to be around. But we are glad we had those few special times to hold in our memories forever.
It feels too cruel and unbelievable to even think of saying Goodbye to Ethan. I can't put into words how devastated I am for you. We are sending you love and prayers. My mum and brother and Lucy and Viktor all send their heartfelt condolences. I loved - and will always love him. He was my little mate, my funny, kind and thoughtful bundle of love. Pure sunshine and joy. He always knew how loved he was. You were incredible parents. He is at peace now, in heaven.
Ethan, I still can’t believe you've passed on. I remember you being born as if it were only yesterday. I think about the time we spent together when you were little, playing in the garden, and how happy those moments were. When you moved away, we loved coming to visit you. We’d go jetty jumping together, have sing-alongs in the car, and go on holidays as a family. I’ll never forget you coming to our wedding and giving such a heartfelt speech in front of everyone, and the hug we shared afterwards. I’m so sorry to have lost you and to never get the chance to see all the things you would have done and the person you would have become. I miss you, my little cousin, and I hope you are at peace wherever you are now.
Dearest Ethan, we were blessed to have known you as a gorgeous young boy with a lively spirit who could always make our girls giggle - even in church! The photo of you sat on our stairs with a pair of Imi’s pants on your head will be treasured for years to come. Thank you for the fun, the friendship and the laughter over many years, and what a privilege to have shared lunch with you in our home in England only last year - your presence along with your wonderful parents was such a blessing to us. Our sorrow now is only matched by our hope of knowing the joy you will be experiencing in heaven in the presence of our precious Lord Jesus, so until that glorious day when we break bread together at his table, we bless you and thank God for your life here on earth xxx
We are thinking of you today. I can’t comprehend the loss of such a beautiful man; your precious, beloved Ethan. Words just aren’t enough to express our heart-felt grief for you. We weep with you and mourn for you. I want to turn back the clock, to rewind time, to have a “sliding doors” moment where Ethan could take a different door. Oh how I wish I could do that for you. I ask our Lord to comfort you, to carry you, to hold you in His loving arms, to guide you one step at a time, to bring peace, hope and some light in this dark time. So much love to you and Dan, from Andrew and I xxxxx
Thinking of you today Dan and Cheryl, our thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless you both. RIP Ethan, gone far too soon, what a beautiful young man you were and a pleasure to know you.
Such a sad day, but we will remember Ethan with a smile. We have lots of fond memories to look back on. He was the centre of your world, Cheryl and Dan; may you both find strength in that knowledge. He was truly loved.
I am so sorry for your loss, I will miss his lovely smile, but I will remember all the lovely memories. xx
Cheryl and Dan, we are with you today, to remember dear Ethan ❤️
Rest in peace mate, you will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
Sending our deepest condolences to Cheryl and Dan for the unexpected loss of Ethan. Our love and hearts are with you. RIP dearest Ethan. All our love, and blessings, Sandi, Aaron, Chanel and Ant XXX ❤️✨
He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you both. Sending you so much love Cheryl and Dan xx
Cheryl and Danny, My heart goes out to you both so much, Ethan was a beautiful soul, my thoughts and prayers are with you all xxx. Sending so much love and light ❤️
We remember dear Ethan as a young boy, who loved people and loved being inquisitive and fun. He was a bright soul brimming with energy and exuberance. What a bright light. And what a privilege to have met him as a young man last year, warm, kind, and engaging, to enjoy his warm, loving nature and to see him interact so beautifully with children and grown ups. The children loved his soft soul. Thinking of you, Danny and Cheryl, so very much, and praying for you regularly. The world is a sadder and darker place without Ethan. God bless you both in the dark time. With much love xx
Sending much love and continued prayers, Cheryl and Dan, and know that you have an army around you, holding you up at this devastating time.
This little blonde, beautiful lad had motors in his feet. Some said he was just too much, told him to take a seat. We just saw the biggest smile and a heart so full of joy. You'd never know his lungs were weak. He was such a gorgeous boy. To warmer climes you flew away, to start a life anew. Our love didn't end that day. You took that love with you. We didn't get to see you much. Social media kept us near. We got to watch you grow into a man we still held dear. You had your battles but fought them hard, your loved ones always by your side. And still that smile was what you shared not the hurts you tried to hide. So Ethan as you leave us again, know our love is going with you. We will always remember that boy who laughed, with a heart so warm and true. We hope you are at peace, can breathe deep and find rest. Feel the love that goes with you. Ethan Gardiner, the boy full of sunshine and joy, for us you were simply the best. Love always xx
Mandy -
Cheryl and Danny, I am devastated for you. I just saw this on Facebook and cannot begin to understand the pain you are both going through. Take time to care for each other. Andrew and Mandy Powis