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Colette FORDE Obituary

On October 7, 2024, died peacefully at Auckland City Hospital. Much loved member of the Sisters of Saint Joseph of the Sacred Heart. Loved daughter of the late Patrick and Mary Forde, loved sister of Mary (New York) Nora (Ireland) Anne (New York) and Michael, Patrick, Kathleen, Liam and Gerard (all deceased). Much loved aunt to her nieces, nephews and their families. Also much loved former staff member of Marian College, Christchurch for 28 years. May Colette be at peace. Gracious thanks to our Healthcare workers at Mary MacKillop Centre and Staff at Auckland City Hospital for their loving care of Colette. Requiem Mass will be celebrated on Friday, October 11, at 11.00am, at Mary MacKillop Centre Chapel, 56 Selwyn Ave, Mission Bay, to be followed by interment at Waikaraka Cemetery. A Vigil Service will be held at the above Chapel on Thursday, October 10, at 6.00pm. Requiem Mass will be live-streamed. Please contact Aroha Funerals for details.

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Published by The Press on Oct. 9, 2024.

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Marian Moyles McCullagh

October 11, 2024

Condolences to all the FORDE family , Mary , Teresa Ann and extended families and friends on the death of Collette. RIP
From .Marian ( cousin) Ilford Essex UK .

Corrie Austin (nee Pauwels)

October 11, 2024

This year marks 20 years since my graduation from Marian College and I still have such fond memories of my time with you there. You were a guiding light and you will continue to guide us into the future. Thank you for everything you have done and given during your immense life. You are truly one of a kind; intelligent, compassionate, hilarious and generous.
Rest in peace Sister, may those who have stayed behind find peace in her journey.

Helen Downey

October 10, 2024

My heartfelt condolences to my Auntie Mary Sister Collettes sister, family, friends and everyone's lived Sister Collette had such a positive influence on in Ireland, New City New York, Auckland & Christchurch NZ. Flying high in VIP camp of extraordinary Angels. RIP Downey Family Laytown County Meath Ireland

Michael Lymch

October 10, 2024

Deepest Condolences to all of Forde family including in particular Aunt Mary from Michael Lynch and family Cork Ireland

Sr. Maureen Cahill

October 10, 2024

Remembering Sister Colette , a loyal and faithful friend, with love and gratitude . May Colette rest in Eternal Peace.
Maureen Cahill.

Teresa &Tony Fahy (Moyles) London

October 10, 2024

Sincere condolences to the Forde family on the death of Sr. Colette may her soul Rest in Peace

Sarah Curran

October 9, 2024

May she rest in peace, fond memories from my time at Marian College 1997-2001

Michelle Downey-Simpson

October 9, 2024

Deepest condolences to you Auntie Mary on the loss of your much loved sibling, Sister Colette- so sorry for your very sad loss. Sincere condolences also to Anne and Nora and all who knew and loved Sister Colette.
May she rest in peace.

From Michelle and family in the U.K and all the Downey family in Laytown, Ireland

Hayley

October 9, 2024

Bless you Sister Collette. Your infectious grin and tenacious story telling are amongst many fond memories of my time at Marian College. Rest in Love Sister.

Nicol Wright

October 9, 2024

My god bless you and your family in this sad time. you were a gem, had a great sense of humor and just a beautiful soul. Rest in peace sister Colette

Emma

October 9, 2024

RIP Sister Colette

You were such a cheeky wee character, you gave us so many laughs over the years at Marian and you always made St Paddy´s Day extra special

Emma

Rachel Mullins

October 9, 2024

Fond memories of Sr Colette, so pleased she got to see the new Marian College
May she Rest in Peace

Rachel Mullins
Christchurch

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