Passed away peacefully on September 12, 2026, aged 91.
Deeply loved wife and best friend of Johnny,
dearly loved Mum and mother-in-law of David & Angela, Helen & Rocky, Kevin & Leslie,
Barry & Janet, and John & Sue,
treasured Nana Col and Great Nana Col,
a loved aunty, cousin and friend of many.
Messages to The Lynch Family, 61 Ashley Drive, Paroa 7805.
In accordance with Colleen’s wishes cremation has taken place
here on the Coast at the Westland Crematorium.
John and family, so sad to hear of Colleens passing. Such a beautiful lady inside and out. Rest in peace Col
Many special times with you and John I will miss you Col. Love Jan xxx
John and family
Sorry to hear of Colleen’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. A lovely lady who will be missed.
Sorry to hear of Colleen’s passing. A brave and courageous lady. Cousin Jack Burley
Helen and Rocky
My deepest condolences on hearing of the passing of a beautiful woman.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
Monique
NT
Australia
My deepest sympathy to John and family. A dedicated wife and mother. My prayers and thought are with you at this very sad time. Lois Wotton ( née Twohill) now of Oamaru, but. Greymouth girl at heart. ( A long time friend of Maureen, John’s sister.)
Our deepest sympathies to John and all the Lynch families. Very fond memories of our wonderful neighbours in Josephine St. Our thoughts are with you all. Sheila (Brett) and Brian Dixon