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Diane KELLY Obituary

On Sunday, May 25, 2025, with family at her side, aged 84 years. Loved daughter of the late Rose and Bert Winders and sister of Helen, Bede, Joan (who have all gone before her) and Suzanne. Beloved wife of the late Kevin, and precious Mum and mother-in-law of Anna and Rob, David and Luca, and Juliet and James. Treasured grandmother of Thomas, Isabella, Scarlett, Lucy, and Alex. A special sister-in-law, aunt and friend to many. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Diane Kelly, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. Grateful and sincere thanks to the team at Nazareth House who cared so well for Diane over the last month. A service in celebration of Diane's life will be held at the Nazareth House Chapel, 220 Brougham St, on Thursday May 29, at 2.00pm.


Published by The Press on May 27, 2025.

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Colleen Morton (Corcoran)

May 31, 2025

I worked for Kevin and Diane when they lived at Chatton. Fabulous memories of generosity, kindness and laughter. Diane was an immaculate, well organised professional. I sure appreciated the learnings from the Kelly family.

cousin John

May 30, 2025

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Peter Gordon

May 28, 2025

Sympathy to you all on the loss of your mother. Jane Tyler-Gordon and Peter Gordon

Michele Bryant

May 28, 2025

Diane was my favorite teacher. She was no nonsense, well respected by both her pupils and her peers, and a wonderful mentor

Pat Boyer

May 28, 2025

Diane was a brilliant mentor during my first years of teaching. Her ability to build meaningful relationships with her pupils and teach them to their strengths were lessons learned by a grateful beginner. Diane and Kevin's friendship was much appreciated with many out of school occasions that we well remember. Pat Boyer, Gore

Keith McKenzie

May 28, 2025

I taught with Diane at two schools in Gore in the 1970´s. Her no nonsense approach which focused on the importance of education was refreshingly simple.
Life´s challenges were taken head on with tenacity and determination.
Blessings to all her family.

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Memorial Events
for Diane KELLY

May

29

Service

2:00 p.m.

Nazareth House Chapel

220 Brougham St, Christchurch

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Lamb & Hayward Westpark Chapel & Memorial Garden

467 Wairakei Rd., PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545 Burnside, Christchurch 8053