Daughter Lorraine Page said her mother’s oil paintings never stayed long on the walls of her brother’s workshop at Trew Auto Electrics in Bellevue.
“My mother painted horses and landscapes; her artwork usually sold within a week of being on display,” Mrs Page said.
Mrs Trew moved to Sawyers Valley after marrying husband Ted in 1948.
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READ NOWThe couple wanted a big family and had seven children, 18 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren.
Mrs Trew belonged to the Ladies Guild and was a keen footy fan, following the village team her sons played for.
“Mum was instrumental in ensuring a World War II memorial shield hung in Sawyers Valley Hall, where she was treasurer for many years,” Mrs Page said.
Mrs Trew was a much-loved face at the local primary school, first as P&C secretary and later as the school cleaner.
In 1985, she received a certificate of appreciation from the Education Department for her dedication beyond the call of duty. The primary school P & C also presented Mrs Trew with a gold broom and brush award.