BURNS, Sharni Rachael
Born January 1, 1973. Passed away September 30, 2026.
1/01/1973 – 30/09/2026
Passed away at Melbourne.
Dearly loved mother of Charli, Hollie and Ruby.
Cherished daughter of Bev and John Burns.
Much loved sister of Jade (dec.), Taryn and Asha.
Adored aunty of Jai, Terina; Lil, Birdie; Richie and Diana.
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The Funeral Mass for SHARNI will be offered at St Joseph’s Catholic Church,
Lava Street, Warrnambool on MONDAY (October 12) commencing at 1.00pm.
The cortège will leave the Church at the conclusion of
Funeral Mass for the Warrnambool Cemetery.
The rosary will be recited at the abovementioned Church on SUNDAY evening at 7.30p.m.
As pink was Sharni's favourite colour, her girls invite you to wear a touch of pink to her funeral as a special tribute to their Mum.
Please click this link to watch Sharni's Funeral Service stream
Funeral notice
Service
Monday October 12, 2026, 1:00pm
St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Lava Street, Warrnambool
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Leave a tributeSending my deepest sympathy to Bev, John and extended family.
I hadn't seen Sharni for many many years but we shared our early years at both primary and high school together.
When I think of her, I see her cheeky beautiful big smile and remember her confidences talking to and punching the boys. Many great times at the Burn's house in Merrivale - eating all of the bakery left overs and staying up as late as we wanted - it was like being in heaven. Such lovely memories.
Rest easy honey, reunited with Jade.
Janis Bennett (Boswell)
October 09, 2026 1:47 pm
John, Bev and all your family please accept our deepest sympathy for the sad loss of your beautiful daughter
Stay strong, our thoughts and prayers are with you
Ed and JudiOctober 09, 2026 10:26 am
Rest In Peace Sharni. The news of your passing broke my heart. I feel blessed to have known you & to have been a part of your life. You were all like family to me, you being the protective big sister. I appreciate the years we spent together & all the years that followed after, as we still in touch, even if it was from far away. I will always remember you & Bev came to visit me when I was unwell in hospital all those years ago, something that really meant a lot, that's who you were, you would show up when needed. A beautiful soul gone far too soon. I am sending my deepest condolences & every piece of love in my heart to John & Bev, Taryn & Asha, & the girls that I have not had the pleasure to meet yet. Your memory will live on through many Sharni. Rest in peace. Side by side with Jade, no doubt. Love you. xx
October 09, 2026 7:58 am
Dear Bev, John, Charli, Hollie and Ruby, Taryn, Asha and families,
Thinking of you all during this incredibly sad time and sending our love and heartfelt condolences.
Rest peacefully, Sharni.
Love Duane, Kirstin and family
October 08, 2026 11:34 pm
What a beautiful pic that depicts the shining light she was . Sharni was always the cool chick .. I always wanted to have the courage she had when talking to the boys. She was artistic and creative and if I recall correctly .. hated the "least" (most) important subjects .
I hope you lived you that life with that big heart and creativity that we all saw in secondary school .
Much love to your girls .. bev and John . Taryn and Asha .
October 08, 2026 9:26 pm
Deepest sympathy to John, Bev and family. My thoughts are with you at this sad time. Fond memories.
Gerard DelaneyOctober 08, 2026 9:21 pm
Dear Bev, John, Asha, Taryn, and family, my heart breaks hearing of Sharni’s passing. You are in my prayers and thoughts. Much love to you all, Eliza Ward (Quinlan)
October 08, 2026 9:08 pm
Bev, John and family
I am so heartbroken for you on Sharnie’s passing . Something a parent should never have to experience , but twice is beyond 💔
Denise Twite
October 08, 2026 8:37 pm
Sending my love & deepest condolences to Sharni’s family & friends. Sharni was such a genuinely beautiful person & it’s just so incredibly sad that she was taken so suddenly. Thinking of you all at this incredibly difficult time.
October 08, 2026 4:27 pm
To Aunty Bev, Uncle John,Taryn and Asha. We are saddened by Sharni’s sudden and unexpected passing.
May we be healed through our grieving and may we be reunited for eternity.
Love Greg and Jane MurphyOctober 08, 2026 3:04 pm
Dear Bev, John, Charli, Hollie and Ruby, Taryn, Asha and families,
Sending you all our love and sympathy at this sad time.
Thank you Sharni for the laughter, the loyalty, and the beautiful gift of growing up by your side. Your memory will live in my heart always.
Rest peacefully with Jade
Love Renae, Phillip and Family
October 08, 2026 2:11 pm
So saddened to hear of beautiful Sharni’s passing. Sharni was a bright light at St Therese’s & my heart goes out to Charli, Hollie and Ruby. Sending love to you John, Bev and family.
Jane O’DonnellOctober 08, 2026 11:41 am
Dear Bev, John,
Charli, Hollie, Ruby,
Taryn, Asha and Families.
We have many wonderful memories of Sharni that we will always cherish.
Reunited with Jade and Nan.
Rest peacefully.October 08, 2026 11:13 am
To Dear Bev,John,Charli,,Hollie and Ruby,Taryn and Asha,with deep sadness and heavy hearts we send all our love and thoughts at this most difficult time
Sharni now with her dearly loved Jade in God’s loving care
Helen and FamilyOctober 08, 2026 10:30 am
Sadness & disbelief deprive me of the words I wish to say. With Jade 💔 & Taryn I had close connections. We hit it off & trusted each other. My heart bleeds for Bev & Burnsy ~ love you both 💖
October 07, 2026 9:35 pm
Thinking of all Sharni’s Family and sending much love at this very sad time.
Rest peacefully Sharni 🕊️xx
Mary and H GreeneOctober 07, 2026 6:59 pm
To dear Sharni and family,
As her old primary school teacher, I have a heavy heart this week hearing of Sharni's passing. As a young teacher, just out of university, I still cherish her spontanious and vibrant personality as a young girl in my class. Rest in peace with the warmth of those who love you forever in your journey behyond!
Kindest regards,
Damien Webster and Family.October 07, 2026 5:52 pm
To Dear Aunty Bev, Uncle John, Sharni’s girls -Charli, Hollie & Ruby, Taryn, Asha and family.
We are so sad to hear of the passing of your mum, daughter & sister. She was a shiny star spreading her beautiful smile & humour to us all at family gatherings. She will be deeply missed. Love Jane, Jack, Dan & Ollie xxxOctober 07, 2026 2:21 pm