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Rachel MATTSON Obituary

MATTSON,
Rachel Dorothy (Rae)
(nee McKay):
13.11.1948 – 22.05.2018 Passed away peacefully surrounded by her beloved family after a brave fight against Bone Marrow Cancer. Dearly loved wife, best friend and soulmate of Kerry Mattson for over 50 years. Cherished Mum of Toni McLean and Karl Mattson, adored "G Ma" of Madeleine and Ellison McLean and Corey, Ashleigh and Oska Mattson and dearly loved great-grandma of Jaxson, Lilly, Theo and little Baby Mattson. A loved aunty of Yvonne, Peter, Wana and Trevor and loving youngest sister of Irene, Merle and Roddy. A caring friend of Peter Burney, Jill Henry, Susan Butler and Barbara Roberts. No flowers by request but bright colours and happy smiles will be very welcome along with donations to St John Ambulance that may be made at the service. At Rachel's request a private cremation has been held and a Memorial Service to celebrate her life will be held in the Academy Funeral Chapel, 65 Main South Road, Upper Riccarton, on Tuesday, May 29 at 10.30am.

Published by The Press on May 26, 2018.

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To Kerry, Toni and Karl, our thoughts are with you all at this time, enjoy the wonderful memories you all have, for they will never go away. XXXX

Maureen Jacobs

May 29, 2018

Susan Butler

May 26, 2018

Missing you already Rachel.
No more coffee and chats. I shall stay in touch Kerry. My love to you all

Susan Butler

May 26, 2018

Kerry and family,
Our condolences are with you and family, at this time.
Take care Bro.

Ewen & Chris McIntosh

May 26, 2018

To Kerry and family so sorry to here of Rae's passing. Words never seem enough at such a hard time but you are in our thoughts. Thinking of you all everyday. Love & Hugs Jen & Dennis O'Brien

Dennis O'Brien

May 26, 2018

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