In Memory of Kerryn Rufus

By Garvan Research Foundation

Garvan brings together world-leading scientists and clinicians, collaborating locally and globally, to advance our understanding of disease, particularly cancer, autoimmunity and genetic disorders.  We are a global leader in fundamental biomedical research and its translation. Our mission is to make discoveries that will improve health for all.  Learn more about Garvan's research here. 

About Kerryn

Dearly beloved wife of Matthew, loving mother of Jake and Colby, loved daughter of Ian and Glenda Lovell and sister of Julie-Anne. A much-loved member of the Rufus and Lovell families. A respected work colleague and dear friend of many.

Kerryn sadly passed away from pancreatic cancer at age 44. She was determined to make sure other families and people wouldn’t have to suffer in the same way, and decided to raise money for medical research.

Thank you to my Sponsors

$50

Joy Ross

Thinking of you all , can't believe it is a year gone already!!

$1,000

Ian Lovell

It's been a lonely yr for Kerryn's family since she left us. You'll be proud of your boys and your lovely house.We still struggle to understand why things happened the way they did,but we admire the dignified way you went abt ensuring your boys' future.

$100

Ian Lovell

Missing you every day xxxMummy

$250

Ian Lovell

"Our beautiful daughter, wife and mother, who was brave beyond belief, and planned a future for her three precious boys for when she was no longer here. Not a day goes by when we don't think about her generous and loving life. Sleep peacefully."

$500

Ian Lovell

You left us all two years ago, but not a day passes without us all thinking of your love and warmth. A beautiful life cut short, but well lived. Sleep peacefully, dear daughter.

$20

Sharon Feighan

Kerryn was a beautiful soul and amazing inspiration as a woman. Her passing will affect so many people. It was a privilege to have worked with her, she had a generous, caring heart and I will always remember her with great affection. RIP Kerryn.

$50

Leigh Clark

$100

Matthew Rufus

In Memory of Kerryn Rufus. You will be missed. Terry Wilson

$25

Geoffrey Murray

$50

Jillian Cousins

For Kerryn from Jillian Cousins

$50

Terrie Bevan

We were saddened to hear of your loss. Darren and Terrie Bevan

$50

Trudy Partland

I'll never forget the friendship we had. Rest in peace, Kerryn.

$100

Robert Cribb

In memory of a great lady. Rest In Peace Kerryn

$50

Rossington Family

For Kerryn, love the Rossington's.

$100

Isabella Parker

$100

Natalie Smith

$100

The Jankowski Family

$100

John Borham

$50

Chris Knight

$20

Trish Connors

$100

Bunrueang Pinniam

We did not know Kerryn Rufus but we knew her sister Julie-Anne Lovell who is our beautiful friend. Sorry to hear about your loss. May it comfort you to know that I care.

$250

$25

Robyn Rufus

For Kerryn, love the Woodbridges.

$10

Colin Lee

$100

Rosemary Hector

In memory of a beautiful, generous lady. Kerryn Rufus.. Always in our hearts. Love Robert & Rose Hector.

$300

Matthew Rufus

Happy anniversary and happy Easter my love.

$50

Matthew Rufus

Happy mothers day Mummy, love Colby and Jake. xxxxx

$50

Ian Lovell

From Mummy on mothers day xxxx Mummy

$1,000

Ian Lovell

Our beautiful Bubby arrived this day 45 years ago. She provided well for her boys, and in accordance with her wishes, ongoing contributions to the Garvan Institute may well help others in the future. We love you and we miss you so much. Mum and Dad

$200

Matthew Rufus

Happy birthday darling/Mummy. Not a day goes my where you are not in our thoughts. We miss you so much and love you to the moon and back. Love Matt,Jake and Colby. xoxoxoxoxoxo

$100

Nicole Johnson

Happy Birthday Kezzy. I love you and miss you everyday xxx

$50

Pam Johnson

Happy Birthday Kerryn. Always loved and missed by all xx

$50

Tina Bromhead

Our dear friend Kerryn .Happy birthday in heaven. Love and miss you . ???? Tina, Michael, Ella and Grace Bromhead

$20

Karen Brazier

Happy Birthday Kerryn with Lots of love Kaz Dave Mitch & Luke xxx we love & miss you lots xx

$100

Denise Murphy

Happy Birthday Darling Kezzy love you & miss you every day. Love always Aunty Denise & Uncle Tim

$100

Robyn Rufus

Happy Birthday Kerryn. We all miss you so much. Love the Rufus family.

$25

Rosemary Hector

Happy birthday Kerryn. Think of you everyday xx Robert & Rose

$500

Ainslie Turner

$180

Matthew Rufus

My fathers day gift darling. Thinking of you always

$100

Rachael, Peter, Chris And Val .

$150

$50

M O'donnell

$20

Kelly Wilcox

$120

Osama Ali

$50

Aaron Robbs

$100

Michael Ali

$50

Courtney Meredith

$100

Peter Saxton

$50

Amy Karanga

In memory of my beautiful friend and the best role model I've ever had! Forever changed my life x.

$200

Michael Payne

$200

Kim Bevan

I can't believe you're gone. One of the strongest women I've ever known. I'll iss you forever xxx

$200

Matthew Rufus

In memory of my wife

$50

Kayla Gardner

$50

Danielle Thompson

$50

Scott And Debra Jefferies Hopkins

Rest peacefully.

$50

David Lovell

Never forgotten

$200

Matthew Rufus

To Mummy, we love you. Jake and Colby

$50

Jocelyn Barker

Some people come in to your life to teach you and Kerryn you taught me and showed me how to follow my dreams ! I am forever grateful to have known you. This MBA is for you x

$50

Patricia Robson

$50

Danielle Woodroffe

$50

Linda Carroll

$500

Robyn Rufus

For a beautiful Kerryn, sadly missed and will always be remembered. You will always have a special place in our hearts! Love the Rufus family. xxx

$25

Dearna Kroll

$50

Sue And Michael Crush

For our beautiful Kezzy xxxxxxx

$100

Ross Picot

From Glynis and Ross in memory of our friend Kerryn Rufus.

$30

Kim Sharrock

In memory of a truly beautiful person and inspirational work colleague. Much love, Kim xx

$222

Jasmine Robson

For my beautiful cousin Kerryn <3 I will forever cherish the memories of us growing up together, as cousins truly are your first friends in life. May you be at peace now. Much Love X Jasmine Robson X

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Melissa Eastham

Rest In Peace Kerryn xxxx

$50

Jorge Pautasso

$200

Michael And Jane Hector

In loving memory of our beautiful Kerryn Rufus, a truely remarkable and inspiring person.

$50

Carla Sunner

I will always remember your smiling face! Rest in peace my friend.

$1,000

Ian Lovell

This won't help me personally, but it might help my boys and other people....Kerryn. Xmas Day 2015

$100

Pam Johnson

On behalf of Kerryn's Rufus

$50

John Waanders

This donation is in memory of Kerryn Rufus and is for Breakthrough Medical Research.

$50

Jeff Robson

$20

Michelle Partland

$50

Sibley

$50

Erin Weekes

$877.40

2016 Anonymous

$100

Sharon, Teresa And Helen .

$100

Peter And Kate Matthews

$100

J Carroll

$5

A Thompson

$50

The Knight Family

$20

Len .

$100

Matthew Rufus

Missing you always my love/Mummy. Matt, Colby and Jake. Xxxxx