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Johanna VAN VUUREN

2026 · Canterbury

Died 18 June 2026Posted 20 June 2026

On Thursday, June 18, 2026, peacefully at Essie Summers Retirement Village, aged 88 years. Dearly loved wife of Theo for 69 years. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Theo and Alex, Toos (deceased) and Allan, Phillip (deceased) and Anne, Marty and Lisa, and Andy and Lisa, loved Oma of her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. A loved sister, aunty and friend to many. A special thanks to the wonderful staff at Essie Summers for their amazing care of Johanna. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Johanna van Vuuren, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A private family gathering will be held at a later date.

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