Passed away peacefully at Te Nikau Grey Hospital, Greymouth on September 22, 2023, aged 84. Dearly loved wife of the late David, deeply loved mum and mother-in-law of Kerry and Donna, and Carolyn, cherished Nana of Aimee and Reagan, Kevin and Remmy; Lisa, and Shannon, loved Great-Nana of Lateisha, Sadie, Bentley, Jordyn, and Tayla, a loved member of the Higgs and Ward families, and a friend of many. Messages to 14 Greenfield Street, Hector 7822. In accordance with Joan's wishes a private cremation has taken place on the Coast at the Westland Crematorium.

Published by The Press on Sep. 25, 2023.