GLEESON, Melita Joy
Born April 15, 1953. Passed away August 18, 2026.
Passed away peacefully at Mercy Place Warrnambool on August 18, 2026.
Aged 73 years
Loved wife of Jim.
Loved and loving mother of Estelle and Aaron Bell, Livia and Matthew Kiebert.
Cherished Nanna and Harvey and Ethan.
Cherished youngest sister of Jim, Joan, Rob, Dot, Gwenda, Betty, Rae, John, Ron, Graeme, Heather, Bruce and their families.
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Family and friends of MELITA are invited to a gathering for refreshments and a time to share memories at the Eastern Park Refreshment Centre, 271 Raglan Pde Warrnambool on THURSDAY (August 27) commencing at 2.30p.m.
Private Burial
Funeral notice
Service
Thursday August 27, 2026, 2:30pm
Eastern Park Chapel, 271 Raglan Parade, Warrnambool
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Leave a tributeSincere condolences to J and family on the passing of Melita Our thoughts are with you at this sad time
Coogee & Barnie McCoskerAugust 28, 2026 11:59 am
We are sad to say goodbye to a lovely friend. We had lots of fun working together at TAFE Cafeteria.
We will miss our catch ups for coffee, cake and a chat.
Love to Jim, Livi, Estelle and your families.
Annie & Glenyce.August 27, 2026 1:24 pm
My beautiful Aunty Melita,
you were such a constant in my life as a child, always looking after me on school holidays. I felt loved and seen by you. Your home was always a safe haven filled with warmth, beautiful food and laughter. I am eternally grateful for those special times spent with you, Uncle Jim and the girls.
Your generosity and support will never be forgotten.
Thank you Livi and Estelle for sharing your mum with me, it was such a privilege and a blessing .
Sending so much love to you all.Rest easy Aunty Melita, till we meet againโฆ
With Love and Thanks,
Aims xx
August 27, 2026 10:53 am
Deepest sympathy to Melita,s family on her passing.Marilyn Craig primary and secondary school friend. Rest in peace.
August 27, 2026 9:23 am
Dear Jim, Estelle, and Liv,
We are thinking of you at this very sad time and are mourning the loss of Melita.
I have many happy memories of spending time with Melita and you all when I was a kid and again as an adult. She always welcomed us with open arms and a big smile. She was an amazing person, very kind and very generous. And she made great cocktails! She will be truly missed.
Graeme is not well at the moment and he will pass on his regards when he better. Sorry he has not been able to be in touch with you Jim.
All our love
Justin, Katie and Chloe
August 27, 2026 1:59 am
๐ฅ MELITA JOY GLEESON ๐ฅ
BELOVED SISTER OF GWEN.
SISTER IN LAW OF TREVOR (DEC).
๐น ๐๐น
AUNTY OF ROBYN,MURRAY AND
FAMILIES.TREASURED MEMORIES OF A LOVING,KIND
๐ SISTER.๐August 25, 2026 8:02 pm
It was so upsetting to hear about Melitaโs passing away. She was such a loving soul that our world needs more people like her. She was genuinely a caring person who touched peopleโs heart. My very short stay in Warrnambool developed our friendship which lasted up-till now. Although we were living so far away from each other but staying in touch kept our friendship strong. I will miss her immensely.
My thoughts and prayers are with Jim, Estelle, Livia and family.August 25, 2026 7:52 am
Melita I will miss you terribly, no more walks and shared stories over a cuppa. Memories are here to keep, it wonโt be the same but I will hold on to them tight. We are thinking of you Jim, Estelle, Livia and your families. Gwenda and Arthur
August 23, 2026 7:33 am
I am so saddened to learn of Melitas'passing, have lovely memories from our secondary school days, RIP dear Melita, condolences to all her family & friends
Love from Shirley Toogood (nee Thwaites)August 22, 2026 12:33 pm
I am so sorry to hear of Melita's passing. Such a lovely lady to have the pleasure to have worked with. She will be missed. Condolences to her family
August 22, 2026 8:21 am
๐ MELITA JOY GLEESON.๐
OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES
TO JIM,ESTELLE,LIVIA AND
FAMILIES.๐
WITH THE PASSING OF MELITA.๐นMUCH LOVED DAUGHTER OF
PETER AND MARY PURCELL,BOTH
(DEC).CHERISHED SISTER TO DOROTHY.
LOVED AUNT TO JOHN,GRAEME(DEC),
SUSAN,IAN AND FAYE.MELITA WILL BE ALWAYS MISSED AND ALWAYS REMEMBERED. ๐๐น
August 22, 2026 1:36 am
To my beautiful friend Melita, a true friend for life since we were 8 years old. From school days and debs to standing together as bridesmaids, we shared a lifetime of beautiful memories. You were the kindest person.
Rest in peace, my dear friend.
Love to Jim, Estelle, Livia and the extended Purcell and Gleeson families.
Love Dianne and Gary and family xAugust 21, 2026 5:39 pm
We are heartbroken on the passing of Melita.
So many treasured memories of our fun times together.
You will be missed.
Much love to all the family.
Love Jill, Travis, Claire and MargaretAugust 21, 2026 12:55 pm
Melita-cherished sister-in-law to Mary & Gerald.
Aunt to Quinton & Caroline, Dom & Erin.Great aunt to their families.
While the recipe books are closed & the kitchen utensils are still, your greatest dish was not your food but the joy & flavours of your generous heart.
Your sense of humour was absolutely one of a kind.
You have left a legacy of love & warmth that will never fade.
We will carry your memory with gratitude & gentle peace.
Mary & Gerald GleesonAugust 20, 2026 3:40 pm
Saddened to hear Melita is no longer with us.
Cherished memories of that beautiful smile greeting me when I visited.
My thoughts are with Livia, Jim, Estelle and families.August 20, 2026 1:14 pm
Very sad to hear of the passing of such a lovely caring lady. My thoughts are with Jim, Estelle, Livia and family
August 19, 2026 9:27 pm
We are heartbroken to hear of your passing Melita.
Goodbye my special friend.
Thanks for all the beautiful memories.
Rest peacefully.
Love always to Jim, Estelle and Livie xxxAugust 19, 2026 4:59 pm
I am truly heartbroken to learn of the passing of a strong, beautiful and influential woman in my life, that I have been blessed to know for forty years.
Melita was a very special person who put others before herself and came through for my family and I on many, many occasions.
Love and strength to Estelle and family, Jim, Livia and family. Words are difficult to compile.
A beautiful heart and now a star in the sky.
August 19, 2026 4:18 pm
Extremely sad to hear of your passing. Many treasured memories of our shared childhood. Forever in our hearts
John and Robyn DensleyAugust 19, 2026 3:33 pm
I was saddened to learn of dear Melitas passing.
My thoughts and prayers are with you Jim, Estelle, Livia and families.
Treasure your memories as they help you through tomorrow.
Rest in Peace my birthday twin.
Kaye Johnstone. โฅ๏ธAugust 19, 2026 2:10 pm