Damien Little and his two sons will be farewelled in a private funeral in Port Lincoln today.
The service will be closed to the media with mayor Bruce Green saying it will be another tough day for the small community.
“There’s really deep sorrow and sadness and people are unable to rationalise what happened and find it really difficult to know what to do next apart from getting on with their lives,” Mr Green said.
Little shot himself and sons Koda, four, and Hunter, nine months, before driving their vehicle off Port Lincoln’s wharf on January 4.
Mr Little’s wife, Melissa, released a statement to the media following the tragic events, describing Mr Little as a “father who loved his two children very much”.
Ms Little’s full statement
Words cannot express the pain I have felt since Monday.
Damien was my childhood sweetheart who became my loving husband. He was also a father who loved his two children very much.
Damien valued and appreciated our close-knit family, he put us first, we were his whole world. He spent every hour providing quality time and teaching the boys how to live and grow.
Damien I loved you so much you have left a huge hole in my heart, our memories I will cherish forever. You will not be forgotten.
My wish is for Damien to be remembered as a well-respected and valued member of our family and our community.
My two precious boys have left this world way too soon and my heart is broken. I will miss them and think about them each and every day. Their futures were full of endless possibilities.
Koda had the biggest heart, so loving and caring. He always loved a hug, had so much enthusiasm and was a willing helper.
Hunter was such a happy, content and smiling baby. His laughter was infectious and his cheeky little personality was just beginning to emerge.
Considering what I am still yet to face in the grieving process, I ask that you please respect my privacy as I come to terms with this unexpected and tragic event.
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VIDEO: Little family farewelled
