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Rowena PANTING

2026 · Southland

Died 9 September 2026Posted 27 September 2026

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, aged 82 years. Devoted wife of the late Les for 58 years, dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Phillip (Victoria), Warren and Ness (UK), loved Nanna of Annika and Myles (Victoria), Olivia (Victoria), and loved great-grandmother of her great-grandchildren. As per Rowena's wishes, a private cremation has been held.

Messages to 20 Mathesons Corner Road, Heriot, 2RD, Tapanui 9587.

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