Jodi BARNETT Obituary

May the love of our Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ, embrace, uplift, strengthen and comfort you all in your time of loss and going forward. May the love shared ,the knowledge of who your wife was, her encouragements and her hopes and dreams for you all - help steel your resolve in the hard times and bring you comfort. Thank you sharing Jodi and your family with us.

An angel has gained her wings in heavencondolences to the family

Dear Simon and Family,Our thoughts and prayers are with you all
Much love
Angeline & Natalie
(More fm and News talk zb listeners Chch

Like most of NZ I have never met you or your lovely family but know how much you and Jodi loved each other.
I feel so sad at her passing and my thoughts are with you and your family

My sincere condolences to you Simon and your family at the passing of your Dear Jodi. We all send you love as we feel your pain for your loss and thank you for sharing Jodi's journey as she progressed to be with her heavenly Father. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. May Jodi Rest in Peace.

My love and thoughts to all of Jodi´s whanau. I have lovely memories of a truely beautiful person inside and out

My condolences to you all. Simon I remember when I moved to the South Island, in 1994, I was so terribly homesick, but listening to you and your partner in crime Phil on the radio in the mornings was my delight. It was from there that I learnt the huge love you had for your Jodi, the birth of all ur girls u broadcasted and the wee things along the way that u shared about ur family. U made many of us your family by doing so and for that I thank you, so many of us now feel so helpless, baffled as to why this had to happen. Im so very sorry xx

Thoughts with Simon and family at this time. Your love for Jodi always shone through on the airwaves and with sharing your story we all were on the ride with you.
Much love to you all

Thinking of you Simon and family. So very sorry for your loss. Jodi was a very special lady

To Simon and the Barnett Family
Sending love and special thoughts to you on the loss of your wonderful Jodi. I have read Shayne Currie's moving and emotional account of your ghastly nightmare and Jodi's terrible illness. I am so very sad for you all.
Simon, our children watched you spellbound, on "What Now" and we have listened to your afternoon show ever since it started. I love your sincerity, your genuineness and your unconditional love for your incredible family.
You are much admired by most, if not all of New Zealand. We loved "Carols in the Park" when you did those; just wonderful and brought the Christmas feeling close.
May you find comfort in your family and friends in the weeks and months to come. I am so very sad you have all had to go through this journey. At least you have one another.
Rest in Peace, Jodi. Your work on earth is done and God has another Angel.
With love to you all.
"May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face.
May the rain fall soft upon your field,
And until you meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of his hand."

Jenny

So much love to the Barnett family, I didn´t no Jodi but i used to listen to Simon on morefm breakfast every morning and how he always talked bout his beautiful daughters and Jodi there love was so strong, RIP beautiful lady

So very sad, condolences to Simon and family x

Si , like others you don't know me but my heart has broken for you and your gorgeous girls
Your love for Jodi and hers for you was the true fairytale. Allow yourself as long as it will take to grieve - there is no time frame . You are stronger than you know
Your love for Jodi is eternal. I wish you love and happiness
Caroline

Johnny Breach here from palmerston north.I know how it is to lose a parent to cancer my dear dad died two years ago.I think only people like me and you really know how horrible the whole journey is.I can say please cry anytime you feel sad as this does help dont hold it in.Sadness will come in waves and go again early on.You will all make it as your beautiful people and it is better to have loved than not at all.I found sleeping helped when the sadness got too much early on.I had to support my mum as promised dad and it was only me along with my own sadness at seeing a parent on own after 52 years married and like Simon and your mum what a great love that is.I know you will all be close to each other and i can tell you it does get better i promise and you will all always hear her voice in your head with all your life choices helping you decide.Love to you all.I am just a guy who used to watch Simon on face the music as a 16 year old :)

So sad to hear that Jodi has passed. Simon and girls she will live on with you. Take care of each other. Xx

Sorry for your loss. I am fortunate to have had my life touched by Jodi, she was part of our crew in her college days in HB, she has always been a gorgeous soul, feeling very sad

Dear Simon; Samantha,Sophie, Isabella, Lily & families treasure all your memories of Jodi, Mum & Popo as they will get u thru the days, months & years ahead. RIP Jodi, may you be w talking & walking & looking down on your beautiful family, they have been so wonderful to you, as you have been to them before you got so ill..Lots of love to a beautiful family

I did not know Jodi, but I, like thousands, feel like I know Simon, but I don´t. However the impact of Jodi´s death has cut deep. I remember Simon always being do besotted with her when when he spoke about her. He said they would always go to sleep holding hands. The level of love was clearly immeasurable. Thank you for sharing your love for her with everyone. That was a gift. I know the pain will be immense. Thoughts and prayers. Vicki Baker.

Simon .Like so many others .I feel your pain. You don't know me but I listen to you on 1ZB. You have so much love in your heart for your family ,every one and our God. You have such a soft and loving heart .I know that these things especially god are a great comfort to you now .

Simon,
You are such an admired NZ personality...genuine, real and relatable. ( with the best sense of humour!)
What a true blessing Jodi was to you and your family, an angel walking here on earth.
I feel your loss as I lost my beloved husband when my daughters were 9 and 11.
Life isn´t fair and doesn´t always pan out as we hope it will, we dream of growing old together with our beloved and sometimes that gets taken from us.
You will always feel your loss, your pain will be raw but know tomorrow is a New Day and each day will continue to be a `New Day´, we put one foot in front of the other for our family and for our loved one, to honour them and to continue walking forward, trying to find some Joy in each day.
You will be together again, Jodi is waiting, but until then embrace all that life offers you and keep looking forward and of course keep looking up to our Heavenly Father xxx

My name is Jodi.

Saturday 30th September my best friend and I we're flying
Akld - Wellington.
As we we're about to board the plane. My best friend pointed out the front page of the Hearld headlining ' JODI '. I quietly said to myself 'I must read that story'
I did exactly that Sunday morning.
I was touched by your story Simon. The way you spoke about Jodi, the devotion you had to each other, the girls, the grand children, the love that poured around you all in every direction was simply touching.

FLY HIGH JODI

Watch over your lovely husband Simon and your stunning family whom will nodoubt talk about you forever more
REST IN PEACE.

Hugs to Simon & the family x

( First time reader of 'JODI' Story )

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

I have followed you Simon from your What Now days. The other day I heard a song that I thought matched your adoration for Jodi and it will forever remind me of the love you had for her. The song "you will always be beautiful in my eyes" appears just perfect for the amazing love you and your family share. Condolences to you and your girls on this devastating loss. Much love

Jodi will always be with you and your beautiful family Simon.
To live in the Heart of Others is not to die.
We express our deepest sadness to all who loved Jodi.
Clare and Mark Byers and family

Deepest sympathy to Joan, Simon & family. Love Barbara and Graham Watson

We did not know Jodi but we listen to Simon and James in the afternoons on News Talk ZB - Simon and Family you are in our thoughts and prayers. Your expression of love for your precious Jodi is so amazing and touching. Rest in peace and love Jodi.

I feel like a know the person Jodi was through listening to Simon and his absolute and unwavering love of her. I felt Simon and their daughters loss of a treasured wife and mother and send my love and wishes for you to heal from what must be an immeasurable pain.

Dear Simon and family. My heart is breaking for you. I have just read your article in the herald with tears streaming down my face. I can share your sadness and grief losing your best friend and soul mate is devastating. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Sending much love.
Sally Collecutt

followed Si on the radio for many years going thru having his lovely daughters and remember him getting his beloved dogs Choco and Puff and many more stories so feel I know him and Jodi Thoughts and prayers for the family as Jodi at peace and free of pain RIP

Jodi was beautiful and loved by so many, especially Simon. Served them both many years ago at Redcliffs supermarket and everyone adored them.

Your daughter's will be like Jodi, caring, loving and everything to Simon.

Simon your love will be with Jodi forever. Be strong, you have a lot of support

Michelle Ben Haim (Kemp)

Have listened to Simon for years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Christine and Philip Haythornthwaite.

Dear Simon and family, may you find comfort in loving memories and strength in the support of those who love and care for you.
May Jodi rest peacefully in the arms of her maker.
Anne.

There are just no words to say thinking of you all

I don´t know Simon or Jodi personally yet I feel a dreadful sense of loss the passing of Jodi,a wonderful wife,mother,nan and a great friend to many.I´ve followed Jodi and Simon´s life over the past years hoping and praying God would spare Jodi but He must have wanted another angel for surely Jodi was an Angel.My most sincere condolences to you Simon you will miss her terribly and you always will.Your lovely daughters will go to ring their Mum then realise she´s no longer in their or the grandchildren´s lives With love to all Jodi´s beloved people.Anna Maitland

Dear Simon,your beautiful daughters, wee grandchildren & extended whanau... Although we've never met, like so many others,I too felt so saddened to learn of your darling Jodi's passing & hold you all in my heart today & those going forward. Thinking of you all with deepest sympathy & much love xxx's Lisa

Jodi was so lucky to have a blessed life with Simon and their children, she fitted a lot into her short life & having their love was everything to her. R.I.P.

Thoughts are with you all today, i didn't know you but followed you on the radio with the stories of your lovely Jodi and your girls,God Bless you all

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

To Simon Thank you so much for showing everyone how to love and look after someone. You always put Jodi´s needs above everything else and would have done that for decades if you had needed to. Rest easy Jodi you too Simon. Love from Anne O´Connell - a regular listener.

I do not know you Simon or the family, but like many others. I feel I know a lot about you and your family. It has been lovely to hear about your family and especially your love for Jodi. I was very upset and cried for you all when I heard about your loss.
Take care.

Sincere condolences on the death of your precious wife and mother Jodi . Loved the way you talked about Jodi on the radio Simon your heart will be broken for a long time.

Our hearts go out to Simon, and the girls. You live on in your children Jodi, rest in peace. Sandy and Bruce

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

My heart is breaking for you all. Rest in love Jodi you have left an amazing legacy .

Simon and your beautiful daughters and family. As you say goodbye to Jodi today we are with you now and always. May Jodi be at the hand of our Heavenly FatherFrom Patrian nee Keeley and family.

Dearest sympathy to you all. Your family love and devotion is an amazement to us all. Big hugs and kisses to Judi and all Jodi's sisters also.
Such a beautiful lady gone way too soon xx

Thinking of you all, stay strong. RIP beautiful Wife, Mother and Nana. x

Our love and prayers are with you Simon and your family.
Your love and commitment to one another is an inspiration.
Jodi was beautiful inside and out, always smiling when we saw her . Your devotion to each other touched us. May the strength and kindness of God´s love sustain and heal your broken hearts .

Sending sincerest condolences to all of you at the loss of your very special wife, mum and friend. I did not know Jodi but felt I did in the stories Simon told over the airways and the love he and Jodi shared has always been truly evident. May you find solace in your memories of Jodi and strength in each other. Rejoice in the life you have all had with your very special lady and I am sure she will be looking down on you and guiding your path. Blessings xx

Will be thinking of Jodi at 11.30 this morning, and her beautiful family, who have given so much love, cared for so deeply, but received so much in return also. The love and pride Jodi obviously had for Simon was noticeable at Dancing With The Stars - her joyous clapping, and thrown air kisses after his magnificent dance was great to see, and it remains in my mind still. Her love and guidance will remain in your hearts forever.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Thinking of you today as you say goodbye to your precious wife and mum.take care

My deepest sympathy to Simon, daughters, partners and grandchildren.
You have all been in my thoughts for a very long time as i know what a difficult journey you have all been on.
I will be thinking of you all when you celebrate Jodies life and lay her to rest.
Cherish all the memories.

Jodi I never met you but feel I know you it´s all the stories we heard on the radio about you , and the stories Simon told us about you and him and your beautiful daughters . Rip Jodi love Trisha

Dear Simon, Girls and extended family. My deepest sympathy for the loss of your beautiful Wife, Mum, Mother in Law and Nannie. You have earn´t your wings far too soon, it´s not fair. I met you a few times over the years when you attended your dental appointments, such a sweet geninue beautiful lady. RIP Jodi

Sending love and strength to you Simon, your beautiful girls and extended family at this heart-breaking time. Your gorgeous Jodi/Mum/Popo will always be with you and guide you all, as you travel new roads on this journey. Although we have never met in person, like many others, I feel I know you Simon and family after sharing many life events with you on the radio. Kia kaha to you all xxx

Reading through so many of these messages it clear to me that although many of us have never met Jodi, you or your family all our hearts are with you all. Please take strength from us all and be gentle and kind to yourselves. It's a journey. Much love xxx

I know how devoted Simon & his family were love always xo

Deepest sympathies to you Simon, and your incredible daughters. Like many ZB Listeners through out NZ, I have also followed the story of your beautiful wife and mother, over the past five years, shed tears as you´ve spoken of the diseases progression, and at the same time, have been so impressed by the wonderful care you have given your dear Jodi, your immense love and devotion, which has been strengthened by your strong faith. The recent article in The Herald was so sad to read - extremely raw and moving, thank you for sharing your story once again. I was therefore devastated a few days later to hear how quickly Jodi had then passed. May the love of fellow NZers wrap you in a special cloak of love and friendship, and your many special memories of Jodi remain with you through out your future years.

Rip Jodi

Your love of Simon and the girls will never be forgotten. I loved hearing the story's of what Simon got up to. To hearing about the birth of the beautiful girls. Rip beautiful lady.

Deepest Sympathy to Simon & family. Our prayers & thoughts are with you all at this sad time. RIP Jodi no more suffering beautiful angel ZB listener in Victoria Australia

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Simon and your family. Sincere sympathy of your loss, your soul mate Jodi. I'll never forget our chats along the side of the pools while the girls trained, and parenting advise to me as a single mother. Beautiful lady and family. Jodi will be your angel now, my heart hurts for you all. Will be thinking of you all tomorrow, sending hugs to you all xoxo

I ask that our Great God in Heaven Comforts you and gives you all, strength in all the days ahead as your hearts grieve the loss of your beautiful Jodi. Our hearts cry with you as we pray for you in your sadness.
Carole and Terry

My heart is broken for you. I have wept tears for your pain and the loss of Jodi, she fought so so hard. Wishing you healing from wonderful memories of a special mum and wife. I didn't know her and dont know you but Jodi's illness has affected me deeply. I was hoping for a miracle right to the end. I am so very sad for you all and for a wonderful woman taken too soon. Blessings, Wendy

So so sorry for your loss. Love and thoughts to Simon and family xxxx

We don´t know you personally, but have followed your story. Our heartfelt sympathy to you all. For those of us who have Jesus as our Lord and Saviour death is not the end, we will meet our loved ones again. Jodi will live on in your hearts until you are together again.

May God Bless you all, and may his love provide some comfort as you navigate your way through the grieving process. Look for Jodi...she will be in every beautiful thing you see. xo

So sad ..... be strong tomorrow make your mum proud. cherish the lovely memories you had together.

My deepest condolences to you and your beautiful family rest well jodieive never met ur family but i listen to u simon on the radio and ur a one in a Million very amazing guy so peace and strength to you, u will be ok with gods love)

To Simon and family, my thoughts and love are with you all. I worked with Simon when he met Jodi and I had the privilege of going to their wedding and the love they had for each other was clear for anyone to see. My heart hurts knowing such a caring, genuine and lovely man and his family are feeling this loss.

My heartfelt sympathy to you Simon and your family for the loss of your beautiful Jodi.
I feel that I personally know Jodi through the airwaves, as we have followed her courageous journey over the last 5 years. You are a wonderful man and the love and care you have shown through Jodi's illness has been so admirable. Thoughts and prayers to you all

Sending you all much love at this time of great loss.

So so sad to the Barnett family deepest sympathy.
Regards lyn Armstrong.

Fond memories of a special lady and times shared in Raglan condolences to her family

Simon I'm sending so much love to you and your beautiful family. Jodi you are a brave beautiful courageous woman who loved her family so very very much. I've listened to you for years Simon and loved hearing about your gorgeous family. Jodi is truly a angel and will forever be looking over you. rest in eternal love with your lord and know you where so so much loved beautiful strong lady

Heartfelt condolences to Simon and family. I like many others of the ZB radio listeners have followed your sad journey with your beloved Jodi. Your courage and love have been inspirational throughout. May you find comfort knowing so many listeners share your sadness at this time.

Condolences to the Barnett family with the sad passing of dear Jodi no more suffering ,RIP Jodi hugs to all

Dear Simon & family, we are so sad for your loss, may God grant you the peace that surpasses all understanding in this time. There may be pain in the night but joy comes in the morning. Until you meet your lovely Jodi again with your heavenly father xxx

Will always remember the beauty of the purest love you shared with all those around you..... Be a peace and enjoy the heavens above where you can be pain free and talk, walk & be limitless again.... Thanks for the awesome example of a great woman of faith Jodi..... Sleep well and enjoy the next part of your journey.... Till your family Simon & all your daughters meet you again soon xoxo

Simon & family. I had the pleasure of meeting Jodi many years ago as a friend of my then flatmate. She was such a beautiful young woman, intelligent, caring and friendly. I have followed your love story throughout the years and know that your hearts must be so heavy at this time. What an incredible job you all did in taking such good care of Jodi. I know that she passed feeling your love wrapped around her and secure in knowing that you will all now look after each other. Kia kaha and may your hearts know peace.

Heartfelt sympathies you Simon, your girls and all of Jodi's Whanau.
It is clear to all who know you and Jodi and even those of us who don't, that your love was one for the ages. As you navigate this tough passage in your lives, hold onto the precious memories. Speak her name often, laugh and cry. It's one step in front of the other. The measure of our grief is defined by the depth of our love for the one lost and Jodi was so deeply loved by you all.
Kia Kaha.

This is so sad. What a truely beautiful Lady Jodi was. A loving family who's lives will be forever broken but know that Jodi is at peace and out of pain and with God now. The ultimate resting arms. Hugs and much love to Simon and their daughters and extended family. In our hearts Carol and Andrew Crow

Simon and family, I was so sad to hear of the loss of your Jodi, our thoughts are with you.

Thoughts and Prayers with you Simon. We met many years ago in Nelson when Jimmy Peate won Father of the City and you accompanied him in his $1000 spending spree Thankyou and God Bless

Jodi is now wrapped in the gossamer wings of the angels where they will hold her close for eternity.
Reunited with those who have gone before and waiting peacfully till you join her again.
Hold close to each other at this very sad time for you all.

Simon- I have followed your career for many years and have always loved hearing about your beautiful family. You and Jodi had a true love story which was just so remarkable and special. I know I loved learning you had become a father to 4 gorgeous girls, my heart breaks for you all so much. What amazing memories you will all have to cherish forever. Jodi was an angel on earth and fought the toughest of battles. Much love and strength to you all. Look after each other and hold onto your special love.
Amber .

Dearest Simon and your beautiful family. Sending you my heartfelt condolences for your loss of Jodi.
A beautiful Angel can now rest in peace.
Thoughts are with you all at this very very sad time.

To Simon and Family
I am thinking of the family so sorry from Tammy Brown and family

To dear Simon and family I am so sorry for your loss she was a lovely person from the Brown family Tammy brown

hi simon and the rest of the family its Katrina Trotman here my deepest
thoughts with you at this time

To Simon, Samantha, Sophie, Isabella and Lily, and your families.
Thank you so much for sharing Jodi with all of us, over the airwaves, for so many years. We have absolutely loved sharing your stories with you, and almost feel that we have become defacto members of your family.
Please know that on Friday as you celebrate Jodi's life, there will be a giant bubble of love surrounding you all from your 'defacto family', and remain certain in the knowledge that you will see Jodi again in our Father's house.
Much love and many hugs to you all xx

thinking of you si and family at this sad time god bless

To Simon & family, I dont know you but feel like I do through the radio. Thinking of you

Thinking of the Barnett Whanau as you navigate your way through your grief. Simon, your love and care for your beautiful Jodi has always been so apparent and is such a beautiful demonstration of how
everyone should cherish their partner.
Thoughts and prayers x

Thank you for sharing yours and Jodi´s story. Taken far too young. My thoughts and condolences to you all. May you can take some comfort in the memories you have made together xx

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
What an AMAZING TESTAMENT of UNWAVERING FAITH and ENDURING LOVE you have been as a family.
MAY GOD GIVE YOU PEACE AND STRENGTH.
Mary

Simon deepest sympathy to you & your beautiful family so sad to learn of Jody's passing. Though I never met Jody & don't know the Barnet family I feel I know you through media . God bless

Love and hugs to you all. May precious Jodi have the most beautiful send off. Thank you for sharing your family with NZ and this heartbreaking journey

I don't know you personally only from the Radio , but if there was ever a true love story you and Jodi were it , so sorry to hear of Jodis passing , another angel taken too soon may she be in the arms of her father , wish you love through this difficult time Simon , you will one day smile again .