VAN DER MEER, Carole Lorraine (née Davey)

Born on July 30, 1947. Passed away September 10, 2025.

Passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Latrobe Regional Health on Wednesday 10 September 2025.

Aged 78 years.

Loved partner of Graeme.

Loved and loving wife of Rudy (dec.).

Loved mum of Kim, Dean and Jay, and step mum to Linda and Graeme.

Mother-in-law to Melanie and Mark.

Cherished Nan to Paige & Daniel, Mitch & Chelsey, Brodie, Blake and Tyler.

Adored great grandmother to Riley and Harper.

Loving sister of Gary & Carol and Lee (dec.) and Maree.

Love aunty, special friend to Sandra and Denise and dear to many.

It happened so quickly,
it’s hard to understand,
one day you were with us,
The next day in God’s hands.

Funeral Notice
Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel 260 Princes Highway, TraralgonView Map
The Funeral Service and Committal for Cremation for Mrs Carole Lorraine Van Der Meer will be held at, Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel, 260 Princes Highway Traralgon on FRIDAY (September 19, 2025) commencing at 11.00 am.
Tributes
  1. The news of your passing has left me in shock Carol. You were always so kind. My last memory of you I will cherish, you remembered my name and it made my night. Rest in peace xx

    Lorena Burney September 12, 2025
  2. Such an amazing friend, who was always there for others. Thinking of all the fun times we had- tenpin bowling, water aerobics and long lunches.
    Sending love and support to Graham and family.
    Rest in peace my beautiful friend.

    Helen Metcalfe September 12, 2025
  3. Such very sad news. Great childhood memories of spending time with Kim and feeding all the animals at your house. I could see how adored you were by your kids, grandkids and great grandkids and I know you will be forever loved and deeply missed.

    Rachel Brown September 12, 2025
  4. My Beautiful Nan, loved by ALL❤️ rest in peace.

    Mitch Van der meer September 13, 2025
  5. So very sad to hear of the passing of Carol. I had many laughs with her at carpet bowls Wednesday nights, such a beautiful person. My Condolences to her family. R.I.P. lovely lady.

    Rhonda Duncan September 13, 2025
  6. So Sad, Our Beautiful Sister-in-Law and irreplaceable dear friend, Carol. Her presence was always a pleasure to be near, and we are all so distressed in her passing. To Graeme, Jay, Gary, Kim and Dean and Families please hang in there as we know Carol would want you to. She will be missed forever.
    Ken and Lanie

    Kenneth R Krieger September 13, 2025
  7. I still can’t believe you’re gone! I miss you so much, I thought you were going to be around forever. There will never be a day that I don’t think about you. Rest in peace my beautiful angel.
    Definitely the best Nan anyone could offer asked for. Until we met again Nan 💔
    Love Paige, Daniel, Riley and Harper

    Paige Marino September 13, 2025
  8. Always a joy to meet you in the street to talk about the kids, life and what was going on , from early childhood into our elder years . Will miss you deeply my friend

    Kerry Morris

    Leonie Morris September 14, 2025
  9. Sincere condolences to you all , lovely lady to us all
    Thoughts to you Kimmy , Dean and Jay.

    Colin, David and Leonie Morris

    Leonie Morris September 14, 2025
  10. A lovely lady I meet through carpet bowls condolences to her family RIP Carole.

    Len Rawlings September 14, 2025
  11. Lovely little Carole, always had a smile and a cheerful greeting.our condolences to all the family,Lorraine lyon and Ray Meredith

    Lorraine lyon September 15, 2025
  12. Carol and her lovely personality will be sadly missed by her friends at the Morwell Bowling Club and her absence at our Wednesday night dinners will leave a big gap.
    I will raise a glass of red for you this week Carol, cheers 🍷
    Sincere sympathy to Graham, Jay and family.
    Jan and Bill Scott.

    Bill Scott September 15, 2025
  13. Such a beautiful lady great memories from my younger years hanging around kim you were always friendly carol when I would see you around RIP ❤️🙏🏽

    Wendy marino September 15, 2025
  14. Sincere sympathy to all Carole’s family remembering when our children were young together .You have been in my thoughts lately . She was so welcoming when I started at the then PMG . And helped me through it all . Then I later years we started
    back to work on the same day our training was fun .together . Such a lovely caring lady

    Rosemary Rachiele September 17, 2025
  15. Sorry to hear about the passing of Carole. I met she at Friday Aqua classes she will be missed. Condolences to her Family Margo and Gary Mills

    Margo and Gary Mills September 17, 2025
  16. Sadden to hear of Carole’s passing. A very friendly and caring lady always up for a chat Sincere condolences to all her family and friends.

    Julie Ryan September 17, 2025
  17. My sincere thoughts and sympathy to Graeme, Carole’s family and Gary. I have many fond and happy memories growing up with Carole in Hazelwood Road, the Sunday night dinners with our families and the camping holidays at Eagle Point. Reading the many tributes I can see Carole leaves a legacy of love, friendship and kindness.

    Pam St Leger September 18, 2025
  18. Sincere thoughts to Graeme, Gary and all the family. So many fond memories of growing up in Hazelwood Rd and the many holidays adventures with the Davey Family. Our times in Lakes Entrance and Eagle Point will always be there in our memories . Our thoughts are with you at this time. Terry Budge

    Terry Budge September 18, 2025
  19. Condolences to Graeme Garry and families Carole was a very special person always up for a hello and a chat with a smile on her face Rip Carole

    Graeme watson (titch) September 19, 2025
  20. I am so incredibly sad to hear of the passing of a beautiful women Carol. My heart goes out to Kim, Dean, Jay and family

    Tammy Gordon September 19, 2025