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Elaine STAINES

Elaine Teresa STAINES

Elaine STAINES Obituary

Peacefully on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Parkstone; aged 82 years. Much loved wife of John, dearly loved mum and mother-in-law of Tiffany and Justin, Liam and Nicole, loved nana of Oliver, Jackson, Matilda, Vali-Jean, and Hendrix. Many thanks to the staff at Parkstone for all their care of Elaine. Messages for the Staines Family c/- Po 111-01, Christchurch 8443. At Elaine's request a private cremation has been held.


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Published by The Press on Mar. 7, 2026.

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Bill Garth

March 16, 2026

To John. Deepest sympathy in the loss of Elaine. My memories go back to the good times in Hokitika. She was a lovely,fun loving lady and will be missed.

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Dave Whiting

March 11, 2026

Dear John sincere sympathies to you and all your family at the passing of your wife Elaine. Kindest Regards Dave Whiting , ex Europcar Relo driver.

George Sullivan

March 7, 2026

John and family, our thoughts are with you at this sad time in your loss of your loved wife and mother
George & Julie ex Europcar relocation drivers

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