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Winifred Clare (nee Griffin) ASHBY

Winifred ASHBY Obituary

ASHBY, Winifred Clare (Winkie) (nee Griffin). Our much loved mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, aunt and best friend (and loving wife of Kerry who left us in 2015) passed away peacefully on Tuesday 11 December 2018 following a brief battle with cancer.......she's off to swim in another ocean, one where the water sparkles and is always warm. Thanks to everyone for the support to Winkie during her illness, and extra special thanks to the wonderful teams at Harbour Hospice (Hibiscus Coast) and Maygrove Village Hospital - your care for Winkie was beyond words. As per her wishes, Winkie was cremated on Saturday 15 December with a private committal ceremony. An informal celebration of Winkie's life will be held at 2.00pm on Sunday 23 December at Wade Hotel, 2 Tavern Place, Silverdale. Contact Dan (021 682-738) or Kirsten (021 129 4542). Any flowers or donations to Harbour Hospice please. "Miss me a little - but not for long And not with your head bowed low, Remember the love - the fun we shared Miss me but let me go"



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Published by The New Zealand Herald from Dec. 18 to Dec. 22, 2018.

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ken gurney

January 4, 2019

Remembered with admiration from late forties when we lived opposite Griffin's Store, Ohaeawai. My father was a Post Office telegraphist and Winkie was a town idol and probably my first hero. I have 'name-dropped'Winkie over the years though never met her since those days.
.Thanks for great memories

Ken Gurney, Levin

December 29, 2018

Please accept my heartfelt condolences. I pray in the midst of your sorrow you find comfort in all the joyful memories shared and will always cherish these beautiful memories . Romans 15:13May the hope of seeing your dear loved one again in paradise console the sorrow in your hearts. John 6:40

December 23, 2018

Winnie and I met at Ardmore during thr 1950 Empire games we corresponded for several years. Her letters were alwaay illustrated with humorous little figures. I have great memories of those wonderful days. Lynn Mayer

December 23, 2018

I'm sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort give you peace. Ps 116:15
Cynthia

Sue

December 22, 2018

Many Fiona memories of a beloved aunt
Rest in. Peace
Thoughts with her family

Robyn

December 20, 2018

A candle lit for an amazing Aunt who is hugely missed. The chats, the listening ear, the support and reassurance always patiently offered. My love to my cuzzies for their great loss

Maridy van der Vegte

December 20, 2018

Winkie was such a special lady, I enjoyed working with her many years ago. Love to you Kirsten and family. You'll have so many happy memories of her.

December 19, 2018

I'm sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort give you peace. Ps 116:15
Cynthia

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