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Sheila RULE

2026 · Southland

Died 9 August 2026Posted 11 August 2026

In her 93rd year, Mum passed peacefully on August 9, 2026, surrounded by her loving family and in the care of Rowena Jackson. Beloved wife of Merv*, and previously Rex Baker*, and much-loved and adored mum of Terry* and Val, Carol, Allan*, Diane, Gary and Lisa, Michael, Raewyn, Paula and Tony, Warren and Jo. Beloved and respected Nana of all her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchild. Loved sister of Kevin and Lindsay Crosland (Brisbane), and Maureen*, Frank*, Pat*, Raymond*, Vincent* and Judith*. Mum will be resting at her home at 22 Boyne Street, Invercargill. Service to be held on Friday, August 14, at 1.00pm, at The Salvation Army, Victoria Avenue, followed by a private family cremation. Messages to 22 Boyne Street, Invercargill 9812, or can be left on Sheila's tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz, where a livestream link can be found. A sincere thank you to the staff of Rowena Jackson for the loving care of Mum.

(*denotes deceased)

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