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Helena ROOYAKKERS

2026 · Taranaki

Died 1 September 2026Posted 13 September 2026

Peacefully passed away at Jean Sandel on 1 September, 2026; aged 93. Dearly loved wife of the late Peter. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Elsie Harris and Colin Rump, Gerald and Lynette, the late Angela Nolly, Joanne and Scott Champion, Sonja and Keith Herbert. Special Oma and Grandma to Kim and Amy, Shane, Janelle and Anita, Simon, Carla and Stacey, Paul, Emma and Kayla, Nicole and the late Iain. Old Oma and Great-Grandma to her 17 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren. Our grateful thanks to the Jean Sandel carers who cared for Mum with respect, kindness and compassion over many years. A private service has been held, as per her wishes.

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