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Judith McDONALD

2026 · Canterbury

Died 28 August 2026Posted 4 September 2026

Passed away unexpectedly, at home, on Friday, August 28, 2026, aged 77. Adored mother and mother-in-law of Tracey and Grant Rump, and Glenn and Amelia Carson. Cherished Nana of Mitchell, Brenna and Bailey, Isobel, Ashtyn, Ethan, Chloe, Kyle, and Kayla. Great-Nana of Karter. Beloved sister and aunty.

Messages to the family of Judy McDonald, c/- PO Box 10345, Christchurch 8145.

A celebration of Judy's life will be held in the Harewood Chapel, Wilkinsons Road, on Monday, September 7, at 3.30pm.

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