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Dawn BATCHELOR

2026 · Nelson-Tasman

Died 1 October 2026Posted 4 October 2026

On October 1, 2026 peacefully at Nelson Hospital, surrounded by her loving family, aged 95 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Brian. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Tony and Barbara, Gary, Murray and Marlene, and the late Janet. Loved grandmother of Josh and Kimberley, Laura and Kimberley, Nicola and Ash, Tom and Nika, Stacey and Cam, Amy, Ellie and Stefan, and Oliver and Lani. Adored great-grandmother of her 13 great-grandchildren.

The funeral service to celebrate Dawn's life will be held at St Michael's Anglican Church, Waimea West Road, on Thursday October 8, at 10.30am. Please note change of time.

Funeral service

St Michael's Anglican Church

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