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Dawn WELLS

2026 · Canterbury

Died 13 July 2026Posted 19 July 2026

1940 – 2026

Peacefully on July 13, 2026, at Admatha Rest Home. Dearly loved wife of the late Frank; mother of her loved late son Ricky; Grandma of Jack, and Sam (Australia). Cherished second mother and Aunty Dawn of Linda and Dean, Carla, Fiona, Sean, and Kate. Respected and loved sister, sister-in-law, and Aunty to the wider Wells/Kerr families. A huge thank you to the staff at Admatha Rest Home who, over the last few years, became her new family. Your kindness, care, and love are exceptional.

With Frank at last

A service to celebrate Dawn's life will be held in the John Rhind Chapel, entry from London and Whitmore Streets, Richmond, Christchurch, on Wednesday, July 22, at 10.00am.

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