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Helen CLARKE

2026 · Auckland

Died 18 July 2026Posted 21 July 2026

CLARKE, Helen Jean. Passed away peacefully at Bob Owens rest home in Tauranga after a short illness, on 18th July 2026, surrounded by family. Forever loved wife of the late Brian, cherished Mother and Mother-in-law of Stu and Michele, Karen and Andy. Adored Noon/Noonie of Jarrod, Andrea, Logan, Tyler, Ellie, Stacey, Dorothy and Violet. Loving Great Grandmother to Reef and Oakley. Helen is now reunited in eternity with Brian. In keeping with Helen's wishes, a private cremation will be held, followed by a memorial service at Kereone Rugby Clubrooms, Morrinsville on Monday 10th August at 10.30am.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Waikato Heart Trust would be appreciated www. thehearttrust.org.nz.

Communications to the Helen Clarke Family, C/- Legacy Funerals, PO Box 3136, Tauranga 3142.

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