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Eileen KING

2026 · Canterbury

Died 22 August 2026Posted 26 August 2026

Passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 22, 2026, at Highfield Rest Home, aged 95 years, surrounded by the love of her family. Dearly loved wife of the late Graeme. Cherished mum of Garry and Josephine, Brian and Linda, Sharon (dec), Ray and Jane, Paul, Noel and Anne, Wayne and Shona. Loving grandmother and great-grandmother to all her grand and great-grandchildren. Special auntie to all her nieces and nephews. Grateful thanks to the staff of Highfield for their care of Mum. A full Requiem Mass will be held at the Sacred Heart Basilica, 7 Craigie Ave, Timaru, at 11.00am on Thursday, August 27. All messages to the King family, C/o PO Box 4041, Highfield, Timaru 7942.

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