Miss Eerden occupies fond memories in the minds of many in Rupanyup, who remember her for her bright attitude and loving support.

Tributes have poured in after Miss Eerden, 37, passed away suddenly on Saturday, June 5, leaving behind four young children.

Miss Eerden's love of life rubbed off on anyone she came across.

Her sister, Lucy Young, remembered the infectious laughter Miss Eedren always seemed to possess and her ability to make anyone feel welcome.

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"Bree had a big heart, generous and kind, she would put everyone before herself, she would always help anyone that needed her, she had an infectious laugh and was always up to mischief," Ms Young said.

Although she rarely displayed it in public, Miss Eerden was described as a great singer who had a passion for live music and concerts.

"Bree loved to perform," Mrs Young said.

"While being involved in a production of the Sound of Music, her role as a nun while eight months pregnant at the time was a sight to see."

Mrs Young remembered her sister's love for adventures, whether climbing around the Grampians with her nephews or running around the backyard with her kids.

"Bree loved being a mum and aunty - she was always running around after her children, nieces and nephews," Mrs Young said.

"She loved being surrounded by friends and family and enjoyed her house being full.

"One more at tea time was the norm at Bree's."

Neighbour Cathie Weidemann said she could always rely on Miss Eerden in times of need - whether that meant a helping hand on the farm or a chat over coffee.

"She was always fun. She was always up for a laugh. She would do anything to help you," Mrs Weidemann said.

"My husband and I run our own farm, so if I was ever stuck down the paddock or needed a vehicle moved, I knew I could rely on her.

"I would just give her a call and ask, 'Hey could you come and grab me from the paddock'. After that, we would go and have a coffee, she was always up for a chat, give you a hand, and do little things to help out."

Many recall Miss Eerden's dedication to her children, Deon, Lynley, Logan and Memphis.

Mrs Weidemann's, whose children grew up alongside Miss Eerden's, said the acts of dedication Miss Eerden always inspired her would do for her kids.

"She was great with her kids. Two of her boys have special needs, and she would do so much for the kids to make sure they could have the best opportunities that she could get for them," Mrs Weidemann said.

"She would make sure they had the medical support that they needed, doctors appointments, access to medical services. All the help they could get so that they could function gave them the best chance they could get at life.

"She did everything for her family, anything she could do to help them. She would walk over hot coals for her kids."

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Mrs Weidemann remarked on Miss Eerden's ability to talk through challenging issues and offer advice to friends.

"She had so many good friends. She was like a counsellor to all of her friends. If anyone had any dramas or issues, you would ring Bree and have a chat, and she was so good at talking through things as well," Mrs Weidemann said.

"She was good at talking through things and providing emotional support for her friends and family.

"She was one of those resilient people, things would happen - a normal Sunday, and one of the kids would take out a motorbike and break an arm - and she would say it was just another little hurdle in life to get over.

"She was so full of life and trying to do the best she could to manage the needs of her kids and husband."

Her passing has mobilised the many friends she made across the Wimmera in support of her family.

With help from the Rupanyup community, Mrs Weidemann has created a Facebook support group with more than 900 members.

Donations for the family have come flooding in.

The page has also hosted auctions to raise funds for Miss Eerden's family and started a Meal Train, which allows the community to donate meals to arrive to the family across a more extended schedule instead of receiving gifts all at once.

"We are really blown away by the support of our whole community at this time, especially David and Cathie Weidemann," Mrs Young said.

To donate to Miss Eerden's family, visit the Helping Bree's Family Facebook group.

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