Judith DUNCAN Obituary

DK agree with all the heartfelt sentiments that have been written here. We too are proud to have been affiliated with an outstanding wahine toa! Judith contributed so much to our association as a teacher, parent, researcher and in the most recent years as a life member. Kia ora mai nui e hoa.

Judith is a great loss to education and in particular the early childhood sector, both in New Zealand and internationally. Her thoughtful but provocative contributions to theory and research will be greatly missed. As an academic peer, Judith was without parallel - enormously kind, but also forthright and direct when the need arose. She was my friend and I will miss our debates and the laughs we had together when we met. I hope that life is kind to both Frank and Lucas and that they know that many people are thinking of them and share their loss. As Judith would say, Hugs! Arohanui.

Judith, you epitomise the whakatauki he aha te mea nui o te ao? He tangata, he tangata, he tangata. Thank you for your awhi and wisdom, particularly in relation to the research project we have been working on with you up until you passed away. You have made an enormous contribution to ECE in Aotearoa and internationally. My aroha and heartfelt wishes to Frank and Lucas.

Judith - you were a rare combination of rigour, humour and emotional intelligence. As you used to sign off your emails to me - hugs... Sue Stover

Judith made an enormous contribution to the wellbeing and education of young children, and to the early childhood sector more generally. She was an inspiring and dedicated advocate for children over many years, and will be sorely missed. Our condolences to her family. Arohanui

A wonderful and intelligent woman and lecturer.

Judith I will always be grateful to you for your wonderful support and supervision of my Masters. You were such an inspiration personally and professionally. My deep sympathy to Frank, Lucas and your family.
Rest in God's peace.
With much love and sadness
Anne

So pleased I caught up with you a few weeks back ay Sonja's book launch. Our conferencing connections go back some years now. Such a caring lady and academic. Strength to family and colleagues at this sad but thankful time.

Judith you were a true advocate for children and the early childhood sector . Your drive and passion was inspiring and I am honoured to have known you for many years . You made us proud . Condolences and arohanui Frank , Lucas and your whanau

I knew Judith at the beginning of her Early Childhood involvement and acknowledge how dedicated she was to this sector. Condolences to her family, friends, and colleagues. RIP Judith

I remember your valued teacher researcher guidance in the mid 2000's, during my participation in Citizen's Early Childcare, Centre of Innovation.

Thank you Judith - may you rest in peace.

Judith, you were such a kind and generous warrior of truth. Thank you for your years of friendship and support of my mum, Colleen Lockie. I am really lucky that though her, I had so many strong and intelligent wahine in my life. You and mum can catch up and have that cup of tea now.

To Frank and Lucas, thank-you for all of the love and support you gave us over the years. Let us carry you for a while now.

With love from Siobhan, Kate and Colleen Lockie.

Sending my heartfelt condolences to Judith's family and friends. Another of our mighty 'totara' of the NZ early childhood community has fallen. I value the support that Judith had given me during my studies and will always hold those fond memories.Arohanui

Rest in peace Judith
Always remembered,

Colleen Renee and Nicholas.

Judith, you were an inspiration for all of us who work in the early childhood sector. Your passion and advocacy for the youngest and most vulnerable in our society will be remembered.