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Joan BRAID

Canterbury

Posted 20 June 2026

The Braid family would like to express our heartfelt thanks and love to all who sent messages, flowers, cards and baking following the recent loss of our beloved Mum, Nan and Great-Nan. Special thanks to Phil and his team at Betts Funeral Services for your compassion and professionalism during this time. Also a sincere thank you to Jocelyn Batchelor for the service you led with such care and dignity. Please accept this expression of thanks as a personal acknowledgement to you all.

Arranged by Betts Funeral Services

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