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Valerie McGARRY

2026 · Canterbury

Died 21 July 2026Posted 28 July 2026

On Tuesday, July 21, 2026, in Ashburton, aged 98 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Ian McGarry (Grey Way). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Rhonda, and Reg and Robyn. Adored Grandmother of Darryl, and Nigel, and Rachel, Warren (dec) and Karl. Cherished great-grandmother of Teresa, Kimberly, Nick, Pamela, Emma, and Brad. Bonnie will be missed by all her great-great-grandchildren.

A private cremation has taken place.

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