Passed away peacefully at Stillwater Lifecare, Richmond on January 19, 2026, aged 91.
Loved wife of the late Ray,
adored mother and mother-in-law of Ian & Diane, Linda & the late Bob Ching, Donald & Miriana, Craig & Cindy, and Jack,
cherished Nana of Shane, Adam & Kate, Nick & Tania, Je-Anne & Simon, Karle & Quinn, Alexandra & Jared, Matthew & Madeleine, Reuben & Brenna, Lara,
Drew & Sarah, Kaine, Dillon, Dean, Maddison, Gabriel, Coey, Niko, and Aisha,
a treasured great grandmother, much loved sister, sister-in-law, aunty, cousin, and friend of many.

Messages to 36 Ranzau Rd West, Hope, Richmond, 7081.

In accordance with Helen’s wishes cremation has taken place
here on the Coast at the Westland Crematorium.
A private family service will be held and Helen’s ashes interred with with Ray
at the Karoro Lawn Cemetery, Greymouth.