Passed away peacefully at Kahurangi Dementia Unit on July 26, 2026, aged 86.
Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Lance & Jo, and the late Brian,
cherished Nana of Jake & Kelly-Ann, and Megan; Brittney, and Kieran,
loved Great Nana of Aylah, Ali, and Mila,
loved daughter of the late Bert & Edna,
loved sister & sister-in-law of Ray (deceased) & Phyllis,
and the late Norma & Russell Coppersmith, Betty & Bob Adams, Isobel & Max Thomas, and Maurice,
a respected member of the Toplis family, and a loved aunty, cousin and friend.

Messages to P.O. Box 108, Greymouth 7840.

The family would like to acknowledge the wonderful staff at the
Kahurangi Dementia Care Unit for their genuine care and support of Shirley.

In accordance with Shirley’s wishes
cremation has taken place here on the Coast at the Westland Crematorium.