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.

Please click this link to watch Sharni's Funeral Service stream

Tributes

1. 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.

   Sonia Van Kempen

   October 08, 2026 4:27 pm

2. 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 Murphy

   Greg And Jane Murphy

   October 08, 2026 3:04 pm

3. 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

   Renae Shanahan

   October 08, 2026 2:11 pm

4. 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’Donnell

   Jane O'Donnell

   October 08, 2026 11:41 am

5. 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.

   Glynis Anthony & Family

   October 08, 2026 11:13 am

6. 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 Family

   Helen Murphy

   October 08, 2026 10:30 am

7. 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 💖

   Sandra Maguire

   October 07, 2026 9:35 pm

8. Thinking of all Sharni’s Family and sending much love at this very sad time.
   Rest peacefully Sharni 🕊️xx
   Mary and H Greene

   Helen Greene

   October 07, 2026 6:59 pm

9. 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.

   Damien Webster

   October 07, 2026 5:52 pm

10. 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 xxx

    Jane Duffy

    October 07, 2026 2:21 pm