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Catherine BEST

2026 · Canterbury

Died 13 July 2026Posted 16 July 2026

Aged 86 years old, died peacefully with family present, at Anthony Wilding Rest Home, in Christchurch, on Monday, July 13, 2026. Dearly loved wife of the late Tony Best and loved mother of Helen, Rachel and Sheryl, and grandmother to Arielle, Asher, George and Rosa. For details of the memorial and for messages please email: helenbest33@gmail.com

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