Remembering Sam Neill: A life beyond the screen
Sam Neill leaves behind an extraordinary screen legacy and memories of a thoughtful, humorous man whose life reached far beyond acting.
17°CLate of Innisfail.
Passed away peacefully on the 5th of January 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Aged 75 years.
Dearly loved partner of Carol. Much loved brother of June.
Adored father of Samantha and Danny, Julianne and Daniel, Michael and Mary, Kristy and Jason, Callum and Danielle.
Cherished grandad of Matthew, Mary, Conor, Jayden, Eirin, Zac, Lahni, Ryan, Lily, and Thomas. Great grandad of Ellie and Jaxon.
All family and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral service of Merv, which will be held at
Black's Funerals Chapel, 18 Scullen Avenue, Innisfail on Friday the 16th of January 2026 commencing at 1.30pm. Following the service, the cortege will proceed to the
Innisfail Cemetery.
Merv's service will be livestreamed and can be viewed at https://www.blacksfunerals.com.au
Funeral by : Black's Funerals Innisfail
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