Helen Sylvia PATON

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Christchurch, Canterbury

Helen PATON Obituary

On March 8, 2026, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, aged 76 years. Dearly loved wife of John, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Matthew and Julia, Kate, Charlotte and Marty, and Sarah. Adored Nana of Hamish, Will; Lucy, Pippa, Ellie: Zoe, and George. Loved daughter of the late Thomas and Sylvia Humphrey, and loved sister of Graeme, and the late John. Loved and respected by the Wheatley family. Sincere thanks to Dr Caroline Ryan for her care and support. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Helen Paton, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. Donations to The Chris Ruth Centre in memory of Helen would be appreciated and may be made online at chrisruthcentre.co.nz. The funeral service for Helen will be held at Oaklands, corner Halswell Junction and Wigram Roads, Halswell, on March 25, at 11.30am, private interment to follow.

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Published by The Press from Mar. 11 to Mar. 14, 2026.

Memories and Condolences
for Helen PATON

5 Entries

Alan Perrin.

March 24, 2026

To John and family. Christine and I were sad to read of Helen's recent passing. Helen was a lovely lady. We are thinking of you all at this sad time. Alan and Christine Perrin.

Heather

March 18, 2026

You know those people you meet for the first time and it's like you have known them for ever . Helen for me was one of those. Her energy and enthusiasm plus everything she was involved in benefiting. But it was more than that.She was remarkable in more ways than words could say. Her super power was accepting you the way you are no matter what .
Travel safe my friend in tbe arms of the angels . RIP Helen ,sending love to Kate and extended family Heather.

CanMove Exercise Ladies

March 17, 2026

The CanMove Exercise ladies would like to send our heartfelt condolences to Helen´s family.

Helen was one of our original ladies when the group first began and will be deeply missed. We will remember Helen for her warmth, friendship, the chats and moments shared together.

Our thoughts and love are with her family at this very sad time.

Ainsley Burton

March 17, 2026

My Love and thoughts are with Helen's Family at this sad time.
We loved having Helen in our CanMove Exercise Sessions. Helen always gave everything a go and we loved her visit for a cuppa only a couple of weeks ago.

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Miryam Denny

March 12, 2026

My deepest condolences to Helen´s family, especially John.

I met Helen as a fellow parent through Brackenridge and later served with her on the Family Advisory Board for many years. Helen and John were tireless advocates for their daughter and for other children with special needs. Even after John fell ill, Helen continued this work with incredible dedication.

She was generous with her knowledge, always ready to listen, and a caring friend to many. I will miss her and am deeply saddened by the loss of such a wonderful person.

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