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Eileen LYON

2026 · Canterbury

Died 9 August 2026Posted 12 August 2026

Passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 9, 2026, aged 104. Loved wife of the late Don. Loved mother of Barry, the late Dianne, David, and Wendy. Loved Nana and Grandmother to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Loved Aunty to all her nieces and nephews, and friend to many. The family wishes to thank the staff of Waihi Lodge, Geraldine and Timaru Hospital for their care and support. All messages to the Lyon family, C/o 186 Talbot St, Geraldine 7930.

A funeral service for Eileen will be held in St Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 10 Cox St, Geraldine, on Friday, August 14 at 2.00pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations for St Andrew's Church would be appreciated.

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