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Eileen CATTLEY

1945 – 2026 · Bay of Plenty

Died 31 July 2026Posted 16 August 2026

CATTLEY, Eileen Isabella. (née Laurent) 19 July 1945 - 31 July 2026 Passed peacefully at home, surrounded by her loved ones. Deeply loved wife of the late Ian Cattley. Cherished sister of Noel, Ann, Janet, and Ian. Devoted mother of Angela Clayton and Robert Twomey, and mother-in-law of Tony Clayton. Cherished Granny of Kristina and Darren, and treasured Great- Granny of Evlynn and Zoey. Friend of Jim Twomey. Much-loved Aunty of Laura and Mark. She will be fondly remembered for her warmth, kindness, quick wit, and cheeky sense of humour.

A memorial service to celebrate Eileen's life will be held at Hope Family Funerals, 2A Loop Road, Te Puna, at 1.00pm on Wednesday, 9 September 2026. In accordance with Eileen's wishes, please wear bright colours or florals. No black. The family would like to sincerely thank the Waipuna Hospice care team for their compassion, support, and care.

Donations to Waipuna Hospice in Eileen's memory and in recognition of the wonderful care she received, would be greatly appreciated and may be made online at: https:/ /waipunahospice.org. nz/donate/.

Messages to the Clayton family, c/- Hope Family Funerals, 2A Loop Road, RD 6, Tauranga 3176 or on hopefunerals.co.nz.

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