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Lorraine JOWSEY

2026 · Hawke's Bay

Died 31 May 2026Posted 17 June 2026

JOWSEY, Lorraine Margaret. Passed away on 31 May 2026 at home, surrounded by family. Adored Wife of John. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Angela and Rob Pratt, Julie Brown, Marcia and Ryan McMullen and Ross Gleeson (deceased). Beloved cousin of Moira Cursey. Much loved by John's children, Jodie, Carl and the late Deborah, Glen and Tatum, JC and Mindy. Loved Nanny of Lockie, Cam and Aleisha, Alanah, Josh, Jack, Jenna, Alex, Adam, McKinlay, Toby, Emma, Tilly, Selby, Sam and Ella. And great-grandchildren Hugo and William. A dedicated teacher, fondly remembered by generations of students as Mrs Gleeson. Special thanks to the staff at Cranford Hospice, Healthcare NZ, and Nicola for all the love and ongoing care given to Lorraine. A Requiem Mass to celebrate the life of Lorraine will be held at St Peter Chanel Catholic Church, Gordon Road, Hastings on Friday 5 June 2026 at 11am.

Arranged by Terry Longley & Son

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