LEAREY, Edith “Merle” (née Williams)

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Born on September 21, 1929. Passed away on March 12, 2021.

Peacefully passed in her 92nd year on Friday March 12th.
Loving devoted wife of Len (dec).
Loved daughter of Bob and Rene Williams (both dec), sister and sister in-law of Eric, Joan and Bill (dec), and Val.

Loving and dearly loved mother and mother in-law of Delys and Chris, Rob and Wendy, Brian and Maree, Janis and Kenny, David and Sally.

Cherished and devoted Grandma, friend and Great Grandma (Gigi) of John and Cate, Kate and Michael, Jason and Rachael, Jess, Jacinta, Jackson, Sarah and Jarrod, Hudson, Levi, Laura, Emily and Harri, Caitlin, and Lachlan.

Forever in our hearts, safe in the loving arms of Len.
We are blessed, they both walk with us every day.

In God’s Care
“How Great Thou Art”

Funeral Notice

Service: Friday March 19, 2021

The Funeral of Mrs. Edith “Merle” Learey will be held in the Chapel at Wesley Place, 15 Skene Street, Colac, on Friday, March 19, 2021 commencing at 11.00am.
The Funeral will leave the Chapel at the conclusion of the service for the Colac Lawn Cemetery.

To view the live stream, click here.

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  1. Loving memories of Merle, of the times we spent at Colac West. Laughter and lots of chatter and great times at our outings together.
    We will cherish those memories. Sincere sympathy to all your lovely family.
    Love from,
    Colac West Mothers Club Friends.

    Colac West Mother's Club Friends March 14 2021 10:41 am
  2. To my darling friend Merle,
    Thank you for your love and friendship over many years and care to my Aunty.
    We will always remember and cherish the lovely times we spent together over many cuppa’s.
    God Bless you darling. Sincere sympathy to your loving family
    Love Carmen.

    Carmen March 14 2021 10:43 am
  3. My deepest sympathy and condolences to Delys, Robert, Brian, Janis, David & your families. On the loss of your dear mother, mother in law, & Grandmother. Merle was a lovely lady who you all will have lots of lovely memories to cherish . I will remember many chats that we both had together. RIP Merle. Thinking of you all. Yvonne & Geoff Tanis & Family.

    Yvonne Tanis March 16 2021 8:17 am
  4. Sincere sympathy to the Learey family on the passing of Merle. Reunited with Len.
    Love from Matt, Andrea, Rachel, Luke &Elise Everett

    Andrea Everett March 16 2021 4:20 pm
  5. Fly with Angels Merle ❤️❤️❤️❤️
    Work won’t be the same-walking into your room and not seeing that beautiful smile. Our chats and helping you with your chocolate and chips????.
    Sleep peacefully now gorgeous lady xx
    I miss you so much
    Love Pam ❤️❌⭕️❤️????????

    Pam Bamford March 18 2021 6:46 pm
  6. My dear friend Merle was the most caring and loving person. I will always cherish our special friendship. Our deepest sympathy to all of Merle’s loving family and friends. Fondest thoughts from Carol Davie, Arthur Davie and Family.

    Arthur G Davie March 18 2021 9:55 pm
  7. Aunty Merle, such a beautiful, kind, caring and wise figure in our family. Always interested in our lives and what we were up to. The boys enjoyed these update chats too! Always a lady who will be sadly missed.
    Love from Karen, Andrew, Hamish and Angus.

    Karen McConachy March 19 2021 6:24 am
  8. Many fond memories of Aunty Merle….
    A lovely lady, with a big heart, who had time for everyone,
    Resting with Uncle Len and cheering on “The Cats”!
    God Bless
    Ros & Chris, Sean, Graeme, Victoria & James

    Ros Devlin March 19 2021 9:35 am
  9. My dear friend Merle was the most caring and giving person. I will always cherish our special friendship. My husband and I send our deepest sympathy to all of Merle’s loving family and friends. Fondest thoughts from Carol, Arthur and Family

    Carol and Arthur Davie March 19 2021 10:43 am

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