"I only wish there was more time.

Photo: Supplied“Those lasting memories will always be with us from New Year’s Day this year when you and the kids and your mum and dad, all of us on the beach with not a care in the world.“We prayed this was the beginning of your new life of freedom – sadly, that was never to be.“You really were made of equal parts stardust and sass – and you lit up lives as if shining was what you came here to do.“That light will shine forever in the next place you go.“I’ll never forget you my brilliant friend – for now I’ll just bask in your afterglow until we meet again.The Brisbane Story bridge was lit up in pink to honour Hannah and her children. “Completely infectious, the kind of person you want in your corner.”She described Hannah as a “natural nurturer” and said her eldest child Aaliyah was “beautiful sassy and smart with same zest of life” Hannah had.Laianah was “the funny one” and son Trey was “every inch of a mummy’s boy … a sweet soul and gentle nature.“You had my back and I would have laid down my life for you and I’m so, so sorry I couldn’t protect you.”Lloyd Clarke, Hannah’s father, looks on as the coffin is placed in the hearse. "Aaliyah and Laianah were gorgeous, sassy and fierce like their mother.

"I see signs you are with us all the time. You had the potential to grow up to be a wonderful young man.”Mr Clarke then referred to a period of time when he and his sister fell out of contact with one another.“It kills me there were years we didn’t talk … I’m so grateful we got the last six months, he said. "She taught them to stand up and be proud of who you are and if you fail get back up and give it another go.

The white coffin, which had plaques dedicated to Hannah and each of the three children, was covered with butterflies, stuck to the side by children in the congregation after emotional eulogies were delivered.Hannah’s brother Nat Clarke and her two best friends Lou Farmer and Nikki Brookes gave heartbreaking tributes, describing them as “three beautiful peas from the same pod”.“Han, I’m not sure who I am without you guys,” a tearful Ms Brookes told the large crowd.“You had my back and I would have laid down my life for you. Picture: John Gass/AAP“You had an irony to your wit, and that smile today even with you gone is resonating across communities far and wide – the beautiful mum and her three little miracles taken from us by someone I refuse to acknowledge.“I don’t know what I ever did to deserve you – I only know your friendship was my home.“You carried the weight of the world on your shoulders, and we all wish now we could’ve lightened your load.“I’m sorry I couldn’t protect you. "This is an occasion for sorrow, but may the occasion not be wasted trying to make sense of why we are here, but rather may it be one where we are thankful for the gift of life and that our lives intersected theirs.

"I just wished I tried harder to connect with you during those times, but I'm so grateful we got the last six months with you and the kids.

"Five speakers gave readings and words of comfort, including friends of Ms Clarke as well as her brother Nat Clarke.He called his sister "one of the greatest mums to walk this Earth".

"During the service, a group of children placed colourful butterfly stickers on the white coffin.Family and friends were given bookmarks that had a declaration Ms Clarke posted on social media before her death.Ms Cunningham read that post during the service, and encouraged mourners to carry the words with them:"I am a strong woman, I don't sit around feeling sorry for myself, nor will I ever let anyone mistreat me again. "There's too many great stories to tell about you Han, we got to share so many beautiful moments together. You were looking forward to finally being happy.“Our last memory ... the trip to Sea World, Aaliyah was so excited to see the dolphins.“The day was a pure joy. Hannah Clarke's parents Suzanne and Lloyd are seen during the funeral for Hannah and her three children Aaliyah, Laianah and Trey in Brisbane, 9 March, 2020. "Trey was a sweet innocent boy, who always loved cuddles. Picture: AAP/Jono SearleNathaniel Clarke comforts his mother Suzanne at the funeral. "Ms Farmer said she took comfort knowing Ms Clarke was with her children. The service was streamed into an adjoining cafe, as crowds spilled from the church.Hannah Clarke's family (from left) brother Nat, her grandfather and parents Suzanne and Lloyd at the funeral. "I don't respond to people trying to dictate to me or bring me down. I'm so sorry I couldn't protect you Hannah, Aaliyah, Laianah and Trey. Picture: AAP/Dan PeledMr Clarke spoke about each of his nieces and nephew, describing what he loved about them.“Aaliyah, you were everything a big sister should be, strong smart and quite bossy,” he said.“There’s no doubt ... you were going places.

My gorgeous Tim and our boys, Ryder (7) and Brooklyn (4), will be blessed forever knowing your girls, Aaliyah (6) and Laianah (4), will always be our boys’ besties.“When your little Trey (3) came along, I loved how the older ones always held his hand and guided him down their paths of adventure.Hannah Clarke and her friend Lou Farmer. Hannah Clarke and her three children were laid to rest in a single shared coffin as hundreds gathered at their Brisbane funeral today.Hannah Clarke’s best friend Nikki Brooks teared up at a memorial service for the family in Brisbane.Hannah Clarke and her three children were laid to rest in a single shared coffin as hundreds gathered at their Brisbane funeral.