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Cecilia HERON

2026 · Waikato

Died 8 September 2026Posted 9 September 2026

Peacefully at Waikato Hospital on 8 September 2026, with loving family at her side. Devoted wife of Russell. Much loved and adored mother and mother-in-law of Rebecca and Gary; Lisa, and Sonia. Treasured Nana of Joelle, Brianna, Shania, Daniel, Jesse, Taliah, Lochlan, Cooper, Austin, Emjay and Indy. Great Nana of Ezra and Henry. Cherished sister and friend to MANY. Grateful thanks to family and friends for their love and support throughout Ces's illness. An informal celebration of life, after a private burial, will be held at the Waipa Workingmen's Club, 139 Albert Park Drive, Te Awamutu on Tuesday 15 September at 1.30pm.

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