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Rosalind FAHEY

2026 · Canterbury

Died 13 July 2026Posted 15 July 2026

It is with deep sadness, we announce the passing of Rose, on July 13, 2026, at Christchurch Hospital, in her 89th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Mervyn, loved mother and mother-in-law of David and Jean, and Leeanne and Kevin Dawe, much loved Nana of Sarah, Sean; Gabrielle, and Josh, treasured Nana Rose of Halle, Delia, Daisy, Henry, and Hunter. Much loved by all her extended family and friends, Rose touched all those who met her. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Rose Fahey, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545.

In lieu of flowers, donations to St John would be appreciated and may be made online at stjohn.org.nz.

A service to celebrate Rose's life will be held at Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora, on Friday, July 17, at 2.30pm, private cremation to follow. To watch a livestream of the service, go to lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries and click on the link in Rose's obituary.

Arranged by Lamb & Hayward

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