Hayden Panettiere: A life lived in full view
From Heroes and Nashville to her candid final memoir, Hayden Panettiere leaves a body of work shaped by talent, vulnerability and determination.
17°CAged 89 years. Sadly passed away on the 1st February 2026.
Adored Mother of Ross, Janeen, Ian and families. Sister of Ron Neilsen.
Loved Nanna of Nicole, Ryan, Alex and Max and cherished Great-Nanna of Isla, Ben, Oliver, Clark and Emmett.
All relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral service for Merle, which is appointed to commence at 2:00pm on Wednesday the 18th February 2026 at the Townsville Funerals Chapel, 3 Railway Avenue, Railway Estate, 4810.
"Merle Will Be Forever Loved and Forever Be In Our Hearts"
Funeral by : Radlea Pty Ltd T/A TOWNSVILLE FUNERALS, CREMATIONS & CREMATORIUM
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