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Ellen BIGGS

2026

Died 19 June 2026Posted 22 June 2026

Peacefully at Green Gables, on Friday, June 19, 2026, aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Brian. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Lyn and Gavin, Jude, Aly and Stu. Adored Grandma of Rosie and Oli, Andrew, Catherine, Rachael and Michael, and Great-Grandma Ellen/Nan of Ciara and Brandon, Sid, Alfie, Suzy, Roselle and Olivia. Messages may be sent c/- 41 Nile Street, Nelson 7102, or may be left on her tribute page www.marsdenhouse.co.nz The friends of Ellen are respectfully informed that her Requiem Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady Of Perpetual Help, 35 William Street, Richmond, on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, commencing at 10.30am. A Private Interment will follow.

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