Neighbours pay tribute to Yvonne Beres who was allegedly killed by her husband in their Melbourne home
A Melbourne woman who was allegedly killed by her husband hours after they hosted a Christmas Day function has been identified as Yvonne Beres.
Emergency services responded to reports the 59-year-old was allegedly stabbed at a home at Wood Duck Court in Langwarrin yesterday at about 6.30am.
Police said the woman was declared dead at the scene.
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Yvonne Beres has been described by neighbours as a "loving and friendly" person. 9News
John Beres, 63, faced Melbourne Magistrates Court last night charged with her murder.
Neighbours have paid tribute to Yvonne and described the 59-year-old as "loving and friendly".
Her husband will face court again in April.
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