"So she went upstairs to their room and sang it to the two lucky girls," he says. Singer-songwriter Paul Kelly says one time Durham was visiting, and he mentioned his daughters loved Morningtown Ride. "I know who would win that argument," he closes.Ī raft of entertainment figures have sent in tributes to Judith Durham, which are played to the service: He says he imagines Judith up in Heaven enjoying a heavenly choir and arguing with the choirmaster on the arrangement, and suggesting lyric changes. "And what a wonderful adventure we all had together, and what a wonderful enduring legacy Judith has left behind." "It has been my honour to be a part of her life as a member of The Seekers and as a friend," he says. Woodley says his tribute tonight is to recognise Durham's "bravery and resilience over a lifetime, to become the much-loved and inspirational figure that we are honouring here this evening". "Wrong." Bruce Woodley says Judith Durham leaves a wonderful legacy. "Quite often the boys and I would hear her in her dressing room coughing her heart out, a few minutes before her show and thinking 'there's no way she's going to sing tonight'. "She fought the effects of a serious lung disease most of her singing career, but managed to force herself to go on stage night after night to deliver a knockout performance," he says. I will never forget that moment.īruce Woodley recalls how Judith Durham overcame chronic illness to make her dream come true. It was one of the most amazing experiences of my life and she was so incredibly humble & encouraging. Later in the evening I plucked up the courage and asked if she would sing a couple of songs and she said yes, if I sang with her, so I literally was standing on stage holding Judith's hand singing Amazing Grace, followed by Delta Dawn. Judith came in one night to visit and was extremely shy and when asked if she would like to sing she declined saying that "she got incredibly nervous in smaller crowds, but large audiences never bothered her". ![]() Mykel: Many years ago I was at a karaoke bar in Melbourne where Judith's God daughter worked. Judith was the epitome of goodness and light. To my everlasting regret I didn't thank her for the joy she has given me and my family for so many years. As I knew the store well I was able to help her - I was so starstruck when she said in her lovely voice "Oh God bless you!". I was in Target in Camberwell about 10 years ago, and a very petite woman asked me for directions to look for something she was after. Judith talked to him for ages ignoring her minders who were encouraging her to move on.Ĭarol: Judith was the voice of my teenage years, and she had the purest voice. The cue was a mile long waiting for autographs but wait we did and all his dreams came true that day. He just loved Judith and the Seekers and was so excited. Mariette: I remember when The Seekers came to Perth and they were at Garden City signing autographs one day when I had my dad there who was in a wheelchair. Quite a few fans writing in to share their experiences meeting Judith Durham, and the time she always gave to fans around her. Judith Durham's warmth and generosity with fans is being remembered by many of you. A sad loss to us all and what a VOICE! Farewell and have a ball in that heavenly choir. She was a highly talented pianist and really knew her stuff when working with fellow musicians. She was an extraordinary vocalist with such a musical understanding. Tony Gardner: I’m so glad I had the opportunity to work with Judith professionally. The Seekers' songs now bring tears to my eyes. Thank you.ĭiane: I remember her amazing voice from my school days at Ruyton. Gaz: Judith, you and the boys have brought me much pleasure throughout my life. First □□‘s so well acknowledged.The care she gave her late husband was □warming of her character. We enjoyed the Seekers plus Judith’s humble attitude was impressive. Helen Bull: Judith had an amazing voice, enjoyed by several generations, As a member of a Jazz Family. Sue Murless: Thankyou Judith for wonderful times in the sixties listening to and singing along with your beautiful voice.Rest in peace. ![]() When I think back on Judith and the Seekers it makes one so homesick. Norbert: I'm an old expat living up in SEA. ![]() That's the end of the service, but I'll stick around for a bit to share a few more of your lovely tributes:
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