Mr Johnson is Mr Heanly's first cousin, and attended the funeral in an unofficial and private capacity - making the long trip to Owens Gap for the weekend to join family and friends in mourning a man who has been remembered as "empathetic", "hardworking" and a "magnet".

Mr Heanly's mother Hilary's brother Stan is Mr Johnson's father. Both were in attendance at the service held at Mr Heanly's property, where he moved with his family after leaving his successful accounting business in Newcastle some years ago.

Mr Heanly lost his life in a tragic cycling accident about 16 kilometres outside of Scone at Upper Dartbrook on November 26, after he suffered head injuries in a fall while crossing a culvert.

The 59-year-old was a pillar of his community, raising hundreds of thousands of dollars for charity.

Mr Heanly has been remembered as an incredible father to his four children, a wonderful husband and a supportive friend.

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