ALEXANDRA Hills couple Kate Leadbetter and Matt Field and their unborn baby, Miles were laid to rest today.
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The couple were killed while walking their dogs on Australia Day when they were struck by a four-wheel-drive on the corner of Finucane and Allenby roads.
Alongside friends and family, the couple were farewelled during a private ceremony at Iona College where Mr Field went to school.
The Field and Leadbetter families elected not to speak publicly and have asked for privacy.
Here is their statement:
"Our families would like to thank everyone who joined us to say goodbye and extend our sincerest thanks to the wider community for the support and compassion it has shown us.
"To the first responders and police who looked after Matt, Kate and Miles, and who have supported our families throughout this difficult time, words cannot express the depth of our gratitude for the way you have cared for each and every one of us.
"We are incredibly grateful for everything you have done.
"We also would like to thank the staff at Iona College who went to great lengths to help us in farewelling Matt, Kate and Miles today.
"It was their wonderful assistance which allowed us to remain COVID complaint today through the use of their school halls and live streaming capacity to ensure we met all guidelines.
"Our families need time together to grieve.
"Our hearts go out to everyone missing them today, and we thank you for honouring their memories with us."
