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Sara BARNES

2026 · Auckland

Died 13 June 2026Posted 27 June 2026

BARNES, Sara Frances (nee Tanner). Peacefully in Whanganui on Saturday, 13th June 2026 aged 87. Loved wife of the late Murray and much loved Mum and Mother-in-law of Linda and Craig, Mike and Wendy. A special thank you to Wendy and the staff at Jane Winstone Retirement Village for the wonderful care Mum and the family received, especially in her last few months.

A private service and cremation has been held.

Donations can be made to Alzheimers Society in memory of Mum. All communications to Barnes Family C/O Dempsey & Forrest, PO Box 341, Whanganui 4500

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