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Elaine HOGG

2026 · Canterbury

Died 10 July 2026Posted 18 July 2026

On Friday, July 10, 2026, aged 77, at The Croft. Precious elder daughter of the late Bill and Tuppy Hodgson. Treasured wife of Peter for 38 years. Beloved mother and mother-in-law of Julian and Meg Dirks, Richard and Kylie Dirks, Aimee and Brent White, and Simon and Madison Hogg. Cherished grandmother of Ava, Ruby and Samuel, and Livvie and George. Friend to Garry and Marie Hogg, Ngaree and Bryan Ennis, Richard, Paul, and Leighton Hogg, Michaela and Dean Smith, and their families. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Morgan and Marian, Philip and the late Rebecca, Adrian, Juliet and Greg, and a precious aunty to all her nieces and nephews. Fondly remembered by the many pupils to whom she taught the piano. Sincere thanks to the wonderful staff of Hamish Home (and previously Margaret Wilson) for their attentive and compassionate care of Elaine in her final years. A private memorial has been held at Elaine's request.

Messages to: Hogg family, c/- PO Box 772, Timaru 7940.

Arranged by Betts Funeral Services

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