Natasha TEMPLETON

My father John Patterson was taught Russian by Natasha Templeton and went to University with her husband Hugh. He always spoke fondly of them. My condolences -Fleur D'Souza (Patterson)

Natasha Templeton had a profound influence on my life, kindling my enduring love of poetry and literature. She was a truly inspirational teacher; vital, charismatic and caring. I can still hear her reading Eliot´s Journey of the Magi, that strong, enthralling voice commanding our attention. My 5th Form year at SGHS was so much richer because of this amazing, special person. The world is certainly poorer for her passing.

Natasha, you were one of us right up to the end of your life. Your Aro Valley friends will miss you so much. Sending love and gratitude to your family for keeping us connected. Do svedanye, Lynsey

RIP Natasha and Sincere Condolences to the Templeton whanau. Although it was a considerable time ago, I vividly remember Natasha graciously agreeing to speak about her life to the FGW/Federation of Graduate Women`s General Interest Group. Also, the FGW`s Literature Group read Natasha`s really interesting book - ' Winter in the Summer Garden '. My Cole whanau knew Natasha and Hugh through our shared friendship with Dr and Mrs Danilov. Haere, haere, haere atu ra, na/Farewell forever, from...

So long ago when the late Merv and I were neighbours before you moved North, accept thoughts and prayers in your loss of a lovely person With sympathy to you all Joan Sutherland

Mrs Templeton was my French teacher at Southland Girls' High School and I loved her teaching so much that I was top of the class. I've never forgotten her. Deepest sympathy to her family. Barbara nee Wilson

So sad, from a long time ago. Michael Cox