Annabelle was the dearly loved youngest daughter of Rhonda and Richard Martin. Her place as the youngest in the family made her a cherished part of the lives she shared with her parents and sisters. Her passing has brought profound sorrow to those who held her close and must now face life without her presence.
She was a much-loved sister to Louise, Sarah, and Clare, and a sister-in-law to Cameron, Julian, and Dean. Annabelle was also an adored aunt, affectionately known as Aunty Belle, to Thomas and Lachlan O’Rourke; Josiah, Lucius, Emmanuella, and Raphael Begbie; and Zoe and Rosie Poole. The family’s tribute expresses the depth of their grief with the heartfelt words, “Our hearts are broken.
As relatives and friends remember Annabelle, the bonds she shared with her family remain an important part of her legacy. Family relationships are built through countless everyday moments, shared celebrations, conversations, and expressions of affection. Although public details about her personal interests and career are limited, the funeral notice makes clear how deeply she was loved by those closest to her.
A Funeral Prayer Service celebrating Annabelle’s life is scheduled for Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. at 1086 Benalla Warrenbayne Road, Warrenbayne, Victoria, followed by a private burial. A recording of the service is expected to be available from 6 p.m. through the funeral director’s website. May Annabelle Catherine Martin be remembered with love, and may Rhonda, Richard, her sisters, extended family, and all who mourn her find comfort and strength in the days ahead.
