Passed away peacefully at Allen Bryant Rest Home, Hokitika with loving family by her side
on September 21, 2025, in her 97th year.
Dearly loved wife of the late Thomas,
deeply loved mum and mother-in-law of Malcolm & Julie, Charles (deceased) & Cecil, Ian (deceased) & Sue,
Trevor & Lavinia, Keith & Lisa, and the late Harris,
cherished Nana of Kylie; Sarah, Bridget, Lisa, James, and Rory; Jeffrey, and Daniel;
Michael, Suliana, and Telesia; Bethney, and April, and Great Nana of 11,
a loved member of the Stephen and Teasdale families, and a treasured friend of many.
The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Allen Bryant for their kindness.
Messages to 11 Ballance Street, Runanga 7803.
A Funeral Service to celebrate Joy’s life will be held in the William Sampson Memorial Chapel, Tainui St,
on Wednesday the 24th September 2025 at 2pm
followed by cremation here on the Coast at the Westland Crematorium.
“Ka Kite Ano”

What a wonderful innings Joy had. Now reunited with her loved Tom. My condolences to Keith and Lisa, Beth and April, and the Teasdale family. You’ve earned your wings Joy. 🪽
Sorry I was unable to be with you to celebrate the life of an awesome Lady, dear friend Auntie Joy. May she rest in peace. Love to all the Teasdale Families.
Deepest sympathy to you all in the sad loss of your loved Mum and Nana.
Joy, along with your Dad were fine contributors to the Runanga community.
Kind Regards
Carol and Gavin Cook and family