Passed away unexpectedly in Merivale, Christchurch on May 14, 2026, aged 74.
Dearly loved mum and mother-in-law of Kurt & Katrina, and Joel & Amy,
much loved Grandma Shona of Reese & Olly, Obie & Maia, Zion & Hebe, Cassius, and Eva,
loved sister and sister-in-law of Glennis, Marilyn & Paddy Malone, and the late Ray & Ruth,
and a loved aunty, cousin and friend of many.
Messages to 29 Marsden Road, Greymouth 7805.
A Service to celebrate Shona’s life will be held in the
William Sampson Memorial Chapel, Tainui Street on Wednesday the 27th May, 2026 at 1pm.
Shona will then be laid to rest with her late parents at the Karoro Lawn Cemetery.
Shona my friend – I will miss calling in and seeing your beautiful garden. Heartfelt condolences to the family,
Shona was always tending to her beautiful garden which blossomed and grew every year. She fostered an amazing aray of delightful and obscure annuals which enhanced not just her driveway but the entire street. Shona you will be sadley missed. Keith and Jane
Our next door neighbour got to know her well over the years always had a great garden as was always positive Keith and Jane Will be missed
Dearest Kurt, Katrina & Reese.
I’m so sorry for the sudden loss of your beautiful Mum, Mother-in-law and Grandma.
There are no words that can make sense of such an unexpected heartbreak.
Thinking of you all during this incredibly difficult time and sending love, strength, and heartfelt condolences to your whole family. May the memories, laughter, and love she shared with you bring comfort in the days ahead. ❤️
Love Leah
To Shona’s family sincere condolences to you all at this extremely difficult time.
Phyllis Panirau
Condolences to all the family
Our deepest sympathy Kurt &Katrina thinking of you all
Kurt,Katrina and extended family
I was so very saddened to hear of your loss with Shona’s sudden passing. Our sincerest and most heartfelt sympathies go out to you all. We are thinking of you now and in the time to come. Let the lovely memories of Shona be your comfort and remember all the love and laughter and if my memory serves me right…chocolate eclairs from Blanchies….Take care now and hold your loved ones close.
So very sorry
Trish and Doug Rennie
Oamaru
Rest in Paradise lovely lady x