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Valma JOHNS

2026 · Southland

Died 18 June 2026Posted 24 June 2026

Peacefully in the care of Hawthorndale Care Village, June 18, 2026, age 93. Beloved wife of the late Syd. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Anthony and Rosemary, Martin, Margaret, Susan and Jay, Helen and Dave Blanks. Proud Grandma of Kirstin, Steven, Regan, Heidi, Rory, Dylan, Emma, Kourosh, Jojo, Billy, Stacey, Briar, Lily, Cameron, Cole, Shannon, Sabin, Emma, and Maya. Great-Grandma of Reid, Libby, Isabella, Matilda, Padraic, Joy, Abigail, Stella, Bear, Stevie, Bowie, Rolf, Dolores, Russell, Briar and Harry. As per Fay's wishes a private service has been held. A special thank you to all the wonderful staff at Hawthorndale Village for the amazing love and care you gave Fay. Messages to Johns Family, PO Box 44, Bluff 9842.

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