8 August 2026, after an extended illness, surrounded by her loving family, aged 73years.
Adored wife of Keith for 53 years.
Loved Daughter of Ron & Roma and sister of Jan & Greg.
Loved sister-in-law to Steve & Clare & the Munro & Torney families.
Loved mother of Lisa, Melinda & Joanne.
Loved mother-in-law of Tony, Adrian & Paul.
Proud and loving Nan to Mia, Luke, Henry, Darby, Lily & Iris.
Loved by her extended family and a cherished friend to many.
An avid gardener and lifelong supporter of St Kilda FC.
Desley is remembered with love and gratitude for the life she lived & enjoyed, and the memories she left behind.
Grateful thanks Dr Leal and team at MBH
Following Desley’s wishes a private interment was held at the Merbein Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations are encouraged to the PET/CT Scanner Appeal https://www.mhfoundation.com.au/pet-ct-scanner-appeal
Tributes
Raechel Ditchburn
Thoughts are with you Keith and all of your loving family. Remembering Desley fondly.
Aunty Judy cherished her friendship and Desley was so very very kind. Amazing lady now at rest. 🩷
Barry & Lorraine Dean
Dear Keith and family,
So sorry for your lose. Desley was a wonderful lady, put up a long hard fight. Thinking of you all.
Barry and Lorraine
Harry & Bev Munro
Dear Keith, Lisa, Melinda, Jo and Families,
Sending you all our love. We remember Desley so fondly. She was such a beautiful, warm, gentle and caring lady.
Harry, Bev & Family XX 💐
Debra Bennett
Sincere Condolences to Keith and tge extended families.
Desley was such a Beautiful Lady , someone who I admired immensely with her lovely smile and quiet nature .
Although our paths have not crossed for many years the memories of our times together have never been forgotten 🌸💚
RIP Desley