Philippa-WARD-Obituary

Philippa Mary WARD

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WARD, Philippa Mary (Pippa). Passed away peacefully at Wellington Hospital on 24th July 2025, aged 84, after a short illness. A distinguished pianist, répétiteur, music teacher, and adjudicator. Dearly loved daughter of the late Denzil and Mary Ward. Treasured mother of Diana Ward- Pickering and...

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Dear Jennifer My deepest sympathy to you on the passing of your very Fine and talented Mother. My Grandmother Edith Mary wife of Alex Christian used to speak so highly and with such respect for Mary and Denzil . May the love of your many friends and family lighten the load of this ginormous event for you .

Dear Jennifer, Sending you my deepest sympathies in the passing of your very brilliant and talented Mother . I remember my grandmother Edith Mary wife if Alex Christian Ward speak with such respect and highly of Phillipas parents Denzil and Mary .

So very sorry For the loss of your beloved Mother Diana, I send all my love to you to help you process the loss and help you heal cherish every memory x

Hugs and love to all the whanau. I didn't know Pippa quite as well, but through a long history of friendship and music collaboration with Ginny, Pepe, Kate and Mark, I was fortunate to have some lovely chats with Pippa over the years at concerts or extended family gatherings, and subsequentally lovely connections with Diana and Jennifer through family and mahi. Such a sad loss for you all. Arohanui.

Wonderful memories of music, fun and laughter. A beautiful soul has passed but will always be in our hearts and remembered with love

When living in Wellington I used to attend musical events where my second cousin played the piano. She was an amazing pianist, and I enjoyed those evenings. So sad she has departed this life. Commiserations to the family, Janet Alexander (nee Ward)

Many cherished childhood memories of family christmas dinners with Aunt Mary, Uncle Denzil, Pippa, Ginny, Betsy (and Miss Parker.)

Pippa will be always remembered with great love