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Jean WOODFORD

Bay of Plenty

Posted 16 August 2026

WOODFORD, Jean Kathleen. Jean passed away peacefully, aged 97. Loving and loved wife to Ivan (dec'd). Deeply loved Mum to Wayne, Wendy, and Christine, Mum-In-Law to Karen, and Rob. Special cousin to Richard and Lynne, Gran, Great Gran, GG and Aunty. Love you big. Special thanks to all the staff, past, and present at The Bayview who have directly or indirectly cared for Jean with such love and respect. Our deepest gratitude. In accordance with Jean's wishes a private cremation has taken place.

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