WILLIAMSON, Leonard M “Lennie”
Born Thursday June 22, 1939. Passed away Monday December 11, 2023.
Passed away peacefully at Mercy Place, surrounded by family.
Dearly loved husband of Joan. Loved father and father-in-law of Debbie and Leigh Finch, Michael and Jane, Jenny and Mick Brumley. Much loved Pa of Jordan, Liam and Maddie; Jarrah, Hannah and Kiah. Great Grandpa to Ethan. Friend to Tamara, Hayley, Kaio, Patrick and Cooper.
Son of Don and Betty Williamson (both dec). Brother of Donnie and Elwyn Williamson, Jack (dec) and Judy Williamson, June and Vin Garner, Bill and Lei Williamson and Ann and Ron (dec) Tregea.
Funeral notice
Monday December 18, 2023
The Funeral of Mr. Leonard “Lennie” Williamson will be held in the Chapel at Wesley Place, 15 Skene Street, Colac on Monday, December 18, 2023 commencing at 1pm.
The Funeral will leave the Chapel at the conclusion of the service for the Colac Lawn Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Colac Area Health Wellness Centre. Envelopes will be available at the service.
For those who are unable to attend, click here to view the live-stream.
Tributes
Leave a tributeDear Joan and family,
How honoured I was to care for your Lennie. Such a beautiful soul and one of life’s true gentlemen. Not so many words but his eyes said it all.” Would you like an icream cone Lennie? YEP!!💜December 20, 2023 8:28 am
To Joan and family,
Our deepest sympathy for the lose of Len (PUD), he was my first boss. Sorry we could not be their for the funeral as we are currently in Darwin.
Darryl & Jill WilliamsonDecember 19, 2023 8:03 pm
To. Joan, Michael, Jennie, Liam and family,
Our deepest sympathy to you all on the loss of Lennie. We have had great get togethers over the years both parties and bowls.
Cherish the memories you have enjoyed together
Love Verna, Bill (Dec) Bronwyn , Lindon and familyDecember 19, 2023 10:05 am
To Joan and family,
A fitting tribute to a life well lived. A true gentleman.
We have very fond memories of spending time with you both. You were especially welcoming to me when I came to Colac both in your home and within the cricket community. We spent many hours on the cricket field together and I enjoyed a great friendship and many chats with Lennie. Sorry we weren't able to be with you today, that was a beautiful service.
We are thinking of you and send our love and best wishes.December 18, 2023 2:08 pm
Condolences and deepest sympathies to Joan, Debbie, Michael, Jennie and families at this tough time.
Champion on and off the field, will be truly missed.
Rest in peace Lennie.December 18, 2023 9:41 am
Condolences to Joan, and family on the passing of Lennie, a true sportsman in footy, cricket & bowls. Barbara & Ron Dillon. Sending our love to all.
December 17, 2023 6:36 pm
Thinking of you Joan and all the family on the passing ofLennie Rest In Peace
From Robert and Judy HayDecember 16, 2023 5:27 pm
Thinking of you Joan and family at this sad time on the passing of Len
Sending our Deepest Sympathy
Heather, Don Holland and FamilyDecember 16, 2023 5:26 pm
Condolences to Joan and family on the passing of Lennie our thoughts are with you all from Eric and Eva
December 15, 2023 6:54 pm
Our condolences to Joan and family on the passing of Lennie.A strong and well respected competitor on the cricket and football fields.One of the best.Jim and June Lang.
December 15, 2023 2:21 pm
Our deepest sympathy to Joan, Debbie, Michael, Jennie and families.,
and the extended Williamson families.
Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
Respected Brother-in-law of Barry (Boswell) and Marie.
Uncle to Matthew, Michael and Carla, and Lyndall and Todd , and their families.
Lennie was a hard working family man, and a very talented sportsman.
Rest in Peace, Lennie.December 15, 2023 1:12 pm
My deepest condolences on the passng of Lennie. Sending love Val Rippon
December 14, 2023 8:59 pm
Deepest Sympathy to Joan and Family on the passing of Lennie we have some great memories pf playing bowls with Lennie but not only that our friendship with you both Joan RIP Lennie
December 14, 2023 3:40 pm
Deepest sympathy to Joan and family ,sad to hear Len has passed away.l have many memories of Friday night dinners at bowls club.regards Tricia.
December 14, 2023 1:40 pm
Dear Michael, Jane, Liam & Hayley, and Maddie, our deepest sympathy to you on the sad loss of Lennie. May he rest in peace. Our deepest sympathy also to Joan and family. Much love, Alison & John xx
December 14, 2023 12:45 pm
To Joan, immediate and extended families. Heartfelt sympathy
on the passing of Len.Memories will keep him with you in your hearts.
Marg MorrowDecember 14, 2023 11:44 am
Dear Joan, Debbie, Michael, Jenny, your families and the extended Williamson family may your memories of Lennie be with you always.
As kids we spent many hours together growing up as neighbors at Alvie, May Lennie RIP ❤️🤍❤️
Peg, Alex (both Dec) Barb and Sally.December 14, 2023 10:39 am
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Joan and family on the recent death of your loved husband and father Lenny. May he now rest in peace. Love from Peter and Bernadette Nolan and family 🙏💐
December 14, 2023 10:10 am
To Joan and family, our deepest sympathy on the loss of Len . Wendy and Barry Clissold.
December 14, 2023 8:16 am
To Joan , Debbie, Michael , Jenny and all family members our love and support is very much with you all as you come to terms with
Lenny’s passing. Sadly the Lenny we knew was taken from us sometime ago.
Lenny takes with him to rest many wonderful personal and sporting achievements. RIP Lenny.
Love, Ann, Ron (dec’d) & Family.
December 14, 2023 7:56 am
My Deepest Sympathy to Joan & family on the passing of Lennie. May he rest in peace. Sorry I wont be able to join you on Monday. But will be with you all watching the Live Stream.
Your cousin Gwenda, (nee Quarrell) Donald & Family.
Dec 14 2023.December 14, 2023 12:16 am
Thoughts are with you at this sad time. Kerryn and family. X
December 13, 2023 10:05 pm
Thinking of you all at this sad time. With all the great memories you have of Lennie, which last forever.
December 13, 2023 9:34 pm
My deepest sympathy and condolences to all the family may lennie rest in the arms of our lord Jesus Christ now and forever our prayers to all god bless fiona and Michael
December 13, 2023 9:34 pm
To Joan Debbie Michael Jenny and extended families.
May your memories live on forever.
RIP Lennie
Thinking of you all at this difficult time .
Kim Smith and family.December 13, 2023 9:22 pm
Sending love to you all. From Joel and Lynne, and all the Mahoney and Garner families. 💜
December 13, 2023 9:21 pm
To Joan and family sincere condolences at this sad time. Sending love
December 13, 2023 9:02 pm
Dear Joan, Michael and Jane, Liam and Hayley, Maddie and the Williamson family.
May you hold your memories close to your heart. I didn't know Lennie well, but I do fondly remember him singing along with me at Mercy Place and whenever I looked at him, he knew every word.
Our love and sincerest condolences to you all
Andrea and Jack and family.. XxxDecember 13, 2023 8:53 pm
Such Sad news. Sending love to Joan, Michael,
Jane, Liam, Hayley, Maddie and families.
RIP Lennie.December 13, 2023 8:51 pm
To Joan and family thinking of you all at this sad time may Len RIP Bob Hynes
December 13, 2023 7:30 pm
Rest peacefully Lenny, memories of some fantastic days on the green in successfully days for the city bowls club and wow u were a terrific player in your own right. To Joan, and all Lenny’s family and friends, my sincere condolences, farewell Lenny 👍
December 13, 2023 7:19 pm
to Joan and family. sorry to hear of the passing of Len, a true gentleman in every way.
Diane and Ian Holliday
December 13, 2023 7:17 pm
My heartfelt condolences to you Jenny, Mick and family on the passing of your Dad. Your Dad may not be with you anymore but the wonderful memories he left you will be with you forever
December 13, 2023 7:15 pm
There is a place in my heart that is yours alone,
A part of my life that no one else can own.
Tears in my eyes will wipe away, but the love in my heart is there to stay.
Dad you are now peacefully sleeping but the love in our hearts will always remain.
Jenny and MickPa will be dearly missed by his grandchildren Jarrah and Kaio, Hannah and Patrick and Kiah and Cooper and great-grandson Ethan.
December 13, 2023 6:54 pm
Sending love to Joan, Michael, Jane, Liam, Hayley and Maddie and the entire Williamson family at this sad time.
Love Marc & Sally Montano and family xDecember 13, 2023 6:29 pm