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Dawn HOWARD

2026 · Canterbury

Died 15 August 2026Posted 22 August 2026

Passed away peacefully at Elms Court Life Care, on August 15, 2026, at the age of 95. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Graeme and Linda, Gaile and Michael Still, Murray and Sandra, and Lynn and Carol. Devoted grandmother of her 10 grandchildren and loving great-grandmother of her 13 great-grandchildren. As per Dawn's request, Dawn has been cremated. Dawn leaves behind a lifetime of memories, love and laughter. The family would like you to join them at the Tai Tapu Hotel function venue on September 10 at 2.00pm to share those memories. Special thanks to all the staff, Carers, Nurses and Doctor at the Elms Court Life Centre who have cared for Dawn over the past months.

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