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Denise PHILLIPS

2026 · Nelson-Tasman

Died 22 August 2026Posted 27 August 2026

Peacefully at Nelson Hospital on Saturday, August 22, 2026. Aged 73 years. Cherished wife of Peter. Much loved mum and mother-in-law of Hilary Phillips, Tania and Glen Mitchell, Brad Phillips, and a loved Nana of Olivia and Zoe. A loved sister, sister-in-law, aunty and friend to many. Special thanks to all the staff at Nelson Hospital Medical Unit for their kindness, care and compassion. The friends of Dinkie are respectfully informed her service will be held at the Shedwood Hall, Main Road, Tapawera on Monday, August 31, commencing at 1.00pm, the funeral leaving thereafter for the Mararewa Cemetery.

Messages to the Phillips Family, c/- 41 Nile Street, Nelson.

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Shedwood Hall

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