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Colleen CHOTE

2026 · Hawke's Bay

Died 9 July 2026Posted 14 July 2026

CHOTE, Colleen Susan. Passed peacefully after a courageous battle surrounded by family on 9th July 2026. Aged 65 years. Dearly loved wife of Vaughan. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Bridie and Garth, Todd and Samantha, and Blake and Ashleigh. Adored "Nanny Bling" to her seven grandchildren.

A celebration of Colleen's life will be held at 'Stonehaven' Chapel, 10 Peel Street, Waipukurau on Wednesday 15 July at 2pm. Colleen insists people attending wear colour.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Cranford Hospice. Messages may be sent to: The Chote Family, C/- PO Box 200, Waipukurau 4242.

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