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Sandra GATES Obituary
Passed away peacefully at home; aged 59 years, surrounded by her loved
ones, after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer. Much loved mum of Miriama. Loved daughter of Barrie Gates (Motueka) and the late Beverley Prasad (Picton). Beloved sister of Nicola, Kimberley, Janeen, and Aunt to Melanie, Ellen, Anabelle, Shannon and Kayley. Sister-in-law of James Fong (Carterton) and Wayne Wife (Blenheim). Special friend of/to many - you all know who you are. Special thanks to Rosalie and David, Rae, Kirsten and her pals at NZDEF. In lieu of flowers, donations to "Fensham Reserve" (text 021 060 4775 for details). A celebration of Sandra's life will be held in Kingswood, Cnr King & Cairo Street, Upper Hutt on Thursday, February 23, 2023 at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation. Please dress in something bright. Messages may be sent to "the Gates family", C/- PO Box 30 127, Lower Hutt 5040.
Memories and Condolences
for Sandra GATES
9 Entries
Marchelle Dann
March 31, 2023
We were so sorry to hear the sad news that you passed away. I´m so grateful I got to have a last "long" chat with you earlier this year and relive old memories. You were a special sister in-law to me and our family loved you being a part of us for those special years. RIL x
Mary-Anne Kindell
February 27, 2023
Sandra was courageous and a wonderful Mum to Miriama. We are all here for you Miriama. Mum will be so proud of you as she raised you to be a strong member of your extended family all my love Mary-Anne
Chardonnay Kyle
February 25, 2023
My sympathy to all the family
Mary-Anne Kindell
February 24, 2023
Sandy I know you were one of the worst procrastinators but we shared so much fun at Varsity. I love how you looked after your precious .iriama and know we are continuing your good work. Rest peacefully no challenging St Peter or the angels about letting butterflies into heaven. Thank you for yourdeparting gesture Mary-Anne
Sandy Odell
February 23, 2023
Oh my goodness Sandy.. what can I say. I will miss our long chats and catching up somewhere local with news and gossip. I know you are at peace as I could see at our last get together with Nicki that you were struggling. Rest in peace my friend and lots of aroha to family and especially to Miriama.
Tai Taitoko
February 23, 2023
Kia ora Sandy, I have only been in touch with you once since we left the Maori Trust Office but think about you and Miriama all the time. You were always so happy no matter what and an exceptional worker. A pleasure to have you in our wonderful team. Rest in peace Sandy. Much aroha Miriama. Arohanui, Tai, Leigh, Karen, Nadine, Kimberley, Lorna, Fiona, Ana, Renee, Susan and all the people who worked at the Maori Trust Office, Wellington
Jeanette Brosnan
February 22, 2023
Sandy I am going to really missed you and all the little talks we have of your life. It is time for you to enjoy your sunshine, as you have been such a loving mum to Miriama. Rest in Peace my friend.
Nomi Bar-Even
February 22, 2023
Very sad to hear this news, I´m very sorry for your loss. I remember Sandra as a vibrant young woman and still picture her with the motorcycle she rode when we were all teenagers in Motueka. Love to all the family
Sarah Hannan
February 22, 2023
Dearest sandy
I miss our chats on how we were going to right the world and hearing all about you and Miri's travels. I do anything to chat one last time. Love you miss you it's not good bye it's see you later lots and lots of love Sarah hannan
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