Vale Merle

   VALE -MERLE
Smart Street's guardian angel Merle Keenan has been given two send off parties.  One in Melbourne and one in Sydney, the shindigs were a fitting tribute for one of the most vinrant personaltieis to come enter our lives.  Actors, writers, journalists and film makers joined members of Melbourne's gay community and a host of the young people she loved in eclectic and energetic parties which raged to the early hours.  A number of people spoke about what she had meant to them, and outrafgeous stories were told.  Tears were shed and much laughter and dancing as she wanted.  This little film was also screened.  Vale beloved Merle.....your like will not be seen again.