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Karen FURNESS

Karen FURNESS

Karen FURNESS Obituary

FURNESS, Karen Anne - Died peacefully after a brave battle at Nurse Maude Hospice on January 6, 2013. Much loved wife of Robin, mother of Jonathan, and stepmother of Kristal, Brigit, and Mike. Nana of Rori-Lee. Much loved daughter of Averil and the late Pat Fox. Adored big sister of Robyn, sister-in-law of Grant, and cherished ''Aunty Ren'' of Lucy, and Ellie. The family would like to thank staff at Nurse Maude Hospice for their kind and gentle care of Karen and her family. Messages to the Furness family, c/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. In lieu of flowers donations to St Vincent de Paul and Nurse Maude Hospice may be made at the Requiem Mass. A Requiem Mass will be held on Wednesday January 9 at 10.30 a.m. at St Gregory's, Cotswold Avenue. A Prayer Vigil will be held at the Church on Tuesday January 8, at 7.00 p.m.

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Published by The Press on Jan. 8, 2013.

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January 9, 2013

FURNESS, Karen Anne — Much loved cousin of Lynette - A true friend, awesome memories forever. XX

January 9, 2013

FURNESS, Karen
A valued life Member
of the Marist and Marist Albion Netball Club since 1990 and who will be missed
by so many. Our sincere sympathy and thoughts are with her family and friends. From the President, Committee, Life Members, Players and Supporters of the Marist Albion Netball Club.

January 9, 2013

FURNESS, Karen Ann —
There’s a place in our hearts that’s yours alone
A place in our lives that only you can own
For deep in our hearts your memory is kept
To love, cherish and never forget
Fly free our beautiful butterfly
We will miss you forever
Love — Mum, Robyn and Grant, Lucy and Ellie.

January 9, 2013

FURNESS, Karen Anne — Karen, what are we going to do without you? We have been through so much together, you have been a huge part of our lives, not only as team member but as our vocal coach, camp mother, organiser, boat and van driver, and source of so much fun. Someone we were privileged to call our best friend. Your special spirit of love and generosity will always be with us.
God has you in his care, and we have you in our hearts.Love you forever— ‘‘The Holy Terrors’’ Caro, Elizzy, Helen, Ju, Lynnie, Robbie, and Terry.

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January 9, 2013

FURNESS, Karen Anne —
At Peace
A much respected past president and member of the Kiwanis Club of North West Christchurch. A tireless worker and advocate for others. We will miss your ready smile and zest for life.

January 8, 2013

FURNESS, Karen Anne —
At peace. A wonderful and loved friend. Our deepest sympathy to Robin, Jono and Karens family.
Love from — Cheryl and the late Peter, and Cam Downie.

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