Headshot image of LESKE (nee Schmidt) Marlene Rhonda

LESKE, Marlene Rhonda


Formerly of Warrnambool

Passed away peacefully at Peninsula Private Hospital on May 18, 2026.

Aged 87 years

Dearly loved and loving wife of Robert (dec.).

Most adored mother of Wayne and Sandra. Loved mother-in-law of Maria and Sigi.

Precious Nanny of Carla and Jack, Ben, Adam and Thu, and Great Nanny of Emma and Oscar.

Re-united with Bob

Rest together in eternal peace

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Family and friends of MARLENE are invited to attend a Funeral Service at Trinity Lutheran Church 261 Koroit St Warrnambool on TUESDAY (May 26) commencing at 11.00a.m.

The cortege will proceed at the conclusion of the Service for the Warrnambool Cemetery.

Funeral notice


Service

Tuesday May 26, 2026, 11:00am

Trinity Lutheran Church, 261 Koroit Street, Warrnambool

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Cemetery location

Warrnambool Cemetery, Otway Road, Warrnambool

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Tributes

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  1. Would love to get incontact with you Wayne sorry I couldn’t be there yesterday

    Joyanne Ryan

    May 27, 2026 6:48 pm

  2. Loved sister-in-law and auntie – Memories are ours to keep – May you rest in eternal peace.
    Kevin & Bev Leske, Leanne, Tracey, Brad and families xxxx

    Guyetts Funerals

    May 26, 2026 3:59 pm

  3. Condolence to the Leske family. Marlene was a lovely lady, friend of my mum and dad in heaven. Helen Williamson (nee) Addinsall

    Helen Williamson

    May 25, 2026 6:34 pm

  4. To my wonderful Mum: Thank you for your incredible strength, your independent spirit, and the endless love you gave to this family. You have always been our steady anchor, and we were so incredibly lucky to have you. Here’s to celebrating you and the impact you have had on all of our lives."

    Wayne Leske

    May 23, 2026 5:58 pm

  5. Mum lived life with a graceful strength, and though she is no longer with us, her presence i will miss every single day.
    ​Rest in peace. You will always be loved Mum and never forgotten.

    Wayne Leske

    May 23, 2026 2:11 pm

  6. Deepest Sympathy to Wayne and Sandra and Family. My thoughts are with you on the loss of your beautiful Mother. Marlene was a Special Resident at Greenways Retirement Village, will be sadly missed . Regards Marilyn Ormus From Greenways Retirement Village . Marilyn Ormus 🌹💞💞

    Marilyn Ormus

    May 23, 2026 9:38 am

  7. You were an admirable and strong woman, Marlene, and we were truly fortunate to have known you. Thank you for having us in your home when we visited Warrnambool. Those moments will always remain cherished memories.

    You lived your life with fullness and grace. May you rest in peace, surrounded by the love of all who carry you in their hearts.

    Nok

    May 22, 2026 6:12 pm

  8. To Wayne Maria sandra and Sigi and your families will my chats with you Marlene such a warm beautiful person r i p now your reunited with bob sweet dreams

    Joyanne Ryan

    May 22, 2026 11:22 am

  9. Marlene was a woman who brightened every room she entered — cheerful, warm, and endlessly friendly to all who knew her. She will be deeply missed, and lovingly remembered.

    Rosemary & Jim Cosentino

    May 20, 2026 11:31 pm

  10. My thoughts are with Wayne and Sandra at this difficult time. RIP Dear Marlene.

    Sharon Crow

    May 20, 2026 2:57 pm

  11. Marlene — your warm laugh, a glass of sherry or champagne in hand, and the yearly supply of your signature Christmas biscuits will stay with us always. Thank you for a lifetime of love and kindness. May you be reunited with Bob and rest in eternal peace. You will be dearly missed.

    With love, Maria xx

    Maria Leske

    May 20, 2026 11:26 am