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Barbara KIRK

2026 · Canterbury

Died 7 July 2026Posted 10 July 2026

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Barbara, in Ashburton, on July 7, 2026, aged 70. Much loved wife of Bill, cherished mother and mother-in-law of Lisa and Jorgen, Richard and Lisa, Lauren and Rafe, Ashleigh and Sam. Proud grandmother of her 7 grandchildren. Barbara will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Messages to the Kirk family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Motor Neurone Disease research would be appreciated and may be made online through their website www.mnd.org.nz.

A private service for Barbara will be held.

Arranged by Paterson's Funeral Services

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