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Laraine ESKETT Obituary
(Liz) (nee Burke):
On January 3, 2020 at Essie Summers Hospital, aged 74 years. Dearly loved wife of Gerald (deceased), much loved and admired Mum of Paula and Nathan, proud, adventurous and playful Nana and Great-Nana to Lauren, Hannah, Jarrod, Raelle, Jack and Odin, respected friend to Nathan and Chris.
All our lives you have guided, inspired and loved us unconditionally. We are so lucky to have so many happy memories of the adventures you and Dad took us on, and those we have continued to make and share together since he died.
You are one of the strongest, most independent and courageous women we know Mum, an inspiring role model and incredible influencer.
We are so lucky and proud to have been able to call you our Mum, Nana and friend.
Family meals and celebrations will never be the same with out you Mum but you shine on in us all, thank you.
Messages to the Eskett family C/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. Laraine's family is full of gratitude and appreciation for the incredible care and respect the special team at Essie Summers have shown Mum and us all. In lieu of flowers we ask for donations to be made to Dementia Canterbury, online at bit.ly/ljeskett0301 A celebration of Laraine's life will be held at the John Rhind Chapel, entry from London and Whitmore Streets, Christchurch, Tomorrow (Wednesday), at 1.00pm.
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for Laraine ESKETT
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Rachel Westaway
January 10, 2020
Tn krua, Paula and Nathan,
I am so sorry to hear of Laraine's passing. I know how hard this will be for you and your whnau and wanted to let you know that I am thinking of you.
Ng manaakitanga
Rachel Westaway
L Griffiths
January 8, 2020
I will remember your smile and remember your time for others. Rest In Peace neighbour in the knowledge that your children are your greatest gift to the world. Love Lynette Griffiths
Jenny Cooper
January 7, 2020
Paula, Nathan and family,
May fond memories be a comfort to you at this sad time. It seems like yesterday we were dancing the ight away to Neil Diamond.
With heartfelt love and sympathy .
Jenny Cooper.
Jewel
January 7, 2020
With love
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Lesley and John Ruske
January 6, 2020
To the family of Laraine,
We wish to send you our condolences on the passing of your mum.
Many memories since schooldays for John, and for myself the 1960's at the different hair salons.
Philip Hann
January 6, 2020
So sorry to learn of the passing of Laraine. Have not seen my cousin for many a year. Time will ease the pain, wonderful memories will remain, forever. R.I.P. From
Philip Hann, son of Les, grandson of William
January 6, 2020
I worked with Laraine in the late 1960 at the Judith Anne hair salon in Hoonhay Rd... a wonderful lady! I still think of her as I pass the this Road frequently. Rest In Peace Laraine!
Paula Steel
January 6, 2020
ESKETT, Laraine Janice:
Much loved sister and sister-in-law of Gus (deceased) and Kathy Burke, Sharon and Ross McLachlan, Russell and Eleanor Burke, and a loved aunt to her nieces and nephews.
Your memory is a treasure
we hold in our hearts forever.
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