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Avril JONES

2026 · Wellington

Died 22 July 2026Posted 29 July 2026

Passed away peacefully on 22 July 2026, aged 87, surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was an anchor to Dave, a devoted mother to Shelley and Raymond, MIL to Jo, and a cherished grandmother to Chelsea, Phillip, Anastasia, Joel, Shane, Maddie, Meg and Louis. Our matriarch, protector, biggest supporter and friend to many. Her unconditional love, smile and laugh will be sorely missed.

A celebration of her beautiful life was held with family on 27 July.

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