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Fay DIACK

2026 · Canterbury

Died 9 September 2026Posted 13 September 2026

Unexpectedly, yet peacefully, on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, aged 80 years. Beloved wife and 'partner in crime' of Bob, much loved Mum of Jo (Oamaru), Eric and Leanne (Christchurch), adored, spritely Nanna of Corey and Alicia, Bryn, Hunter and Nina; Kate, Ellie and Reuben, soon to be Grannan of 'lil burrito' (baby of Hunter and Nina), cherished sister of Linda (dec) and Erica, soul sister of Elaine (dec), and daughter Abbey. A special heartfelt thank you to the beautiful staff at Vincent Ward, Dunstan Hospital and St John Cromwell.

Reunited with Mum, Dad, Sis, nephew and fur babies

A service to celebrate Fay's life will be held on Monday, September 14, in Cromwell Town and Country Club, 32 Melmore Terrace, at 11.00am, livestream available – www.southernfunerals.co.nz. True to Fay, no fuss, no formal attire required, please dress casually, jandals welcome. Messages to 23 Syndic Street, Cromwell 9310.

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