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Dorothy MANDERSON

2026 · Manawatū-Whanganui

Died 30 June 2026Posted 9 July 2026

Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 30 June 2026, aged 82 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Graham. Much-loved mother of

Gavin, Alex, and Kenyon. Treasured Grandma of Brock, Kate, Jack, Olivia, Natalia, and Beck. Cherished mother-in-law of Eva and Jo. Loved sister of Ray Griffiths and Nanette Doran. A special thank you to the caring staff of Julia Wallace Retirement Home Hospital for their years of compassion, comfort, and support. Messages to the family, and details to view Dorothy's livestream, may be left at cottonfunerals.co.nz/funerals. A service to celebrate Dorothy's life will be held at Cottons Chapel, 697 Main Street, Palmerston North, on Monday, 13 July 2026, at 10.00am.

Arranged by Robert J. Cotton Funeral Directors

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