VINK, Helena (Helen) Maria: Born 06.06.1961. Passed away peacefully in her NZ Care home on January 3, 2022. Dearly loved daughter of (the late) Bep, and Wim Vink. Treasured sister and sister-in-law of Pete and Deb, Art and Mary, Rose, Bet and Ian, Willem and Trish, Margi and Mike, Caroline and Dean. Beloved Aunty of all her nephews and nieces. Loved niece and cousin to the wider Vink-Kooloos family in NZ and overseas. Our heartfelt thanks to all of those involved in Helen's care throughout her life. Her GP's and medical teams, all those in the day programmes, and especially all who cared for Helen at Templeton and in her NZ Care homes. You made a home for and with her.
'Helen, you were a blessed gift. Your life has touched and shaped us all in many profound ways.'
Messages may be sent to the Vink family, c/- PO Box 263, Kaiapoi 7644. A service celebrating Helen's life will held at St Patrick's Church, Fuller Street, Kaiapoi, on Thursday, January 6, at 2.00pm. This will be a My Vaccine Pass entrance only. Allow plenty of time to have your pass scanned to allow you to attend this service.

Published by The Press on Jan. 5, 2022.