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Cecily SHEEHY

2026 · Southland

Died 18 June 2026Posted 20 June 2026

On Thursday, June 18, 2026, at Gracedale Care, Auckland. Dearly loved member of the New Zealand Dominican Sisters, in the 68th year of her Religious Profession. Loved daughter of the late Phyllis May and John Joseph Sheehy, sister of the late Mary Peperkoorn and Tony Sheehy, step-daughter of Olive Sheehy. Precious aunt of her nieces and nephew. Thank you to all those who have loved and cared for Cecily in many ways over the years. A Vigil for Cecily will be held at St Matthew in the City on Tuesday, June 23, at 5.00pm. Requiem Mass will be celebrated at Good Shepherd Church, Telford Ave, Balmoral, on Wednesday, June 24, at 11.00am. Parking is available via the Volcanic St entrance. Livestream: https://tinyurl.com/5fafner Burial at Waikaraka Cemetery to follow.

An inspirational woman gifted with music, laughter, and love.

Messages to Dominican Sisters, PO Box 5395, Dunedin 9054.

State of Grace Funerals

0800764722

Funeral service

Good Shepherd Church

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