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Frances DODGE

2026 · Canterbury

Died 9 September 2026Posted 13 September 2026

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, aged 61. Much loved mother of Selina, Jamie, Anton, and by their father, Michael. Cherished grandmother to Maddie, and beloved sister of Sandy, Vicki and Paul. Family and friends are warmly invited to come together to remember and celebrate Fran's life at the John Rhind Chapel, entry from London and Whitmore Streets, on Friday, September 18 at 1.00pm. Please wear a piece of purple in honour of Fran and to commemorate the beautiful life she lived. The family ask that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Wesley Care, 91 Harewood Road, via their website: wesleycare.nz Messages to the family of Fran Dodge, c/- PO Box 26051, North Avon, Christchurch 8148.

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