Passed away peacefully, surrounded with love, at Ngaio Marsh Retirement Village, on February 23, 2026, aged 86 years. Beloved wife of the late John (JJ), adored mother and mother-in-law of Andrea and Nigel, and Greg and Rhonda, treasured grandmother of Fletcher, Jade, and Amber, a much loved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend to many. Messages may be addressed to: The Family of the late Jeanette Manson, c/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545. A celebration of Jeanette's life will be held in our Christchurch Crematorium Chapel, 65 Vickerys Road, Wigram, on Thursday, March 12, at 10.30am, with interment at Ellesmere Public Cemetery to follow.

Published by The Press on Mar. 11, 2026.