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Maree WILLIAMSON Obituary

The Williamson family are heartbroken to announce the unexpected death of their beautiful Mum and Granny, Maree Williamson, on January 3, 2026. Maree was travelling in Mexico after attending a family wedding. Reunited now with her beloved husband, Neil and survived by her six children : Jerome and Sue Williamson, Nicola and Robert Williamson/Klomp, Melanie and Phil Miles, Greg and Helen Williamson, Julie and Reuben Williamson/Hogue, and Ri and Tamara Williamson/Rookes: and her 23 grandchildren : Zoe, Harris, Sam, Matthew, Josh, Genevieve, Hannah, Chelsey, Jack, George, Isabella, Geo, Jordan, Jimmy, Sunny, Maia, Lola, Isla, Leon, Iris, Bella, Frida and Jesse; and 3 great-grandchildren : Samson, Kyree and Kaiser. Maree was the light in our family which unites us, our brilliant, strong, warm, wise and positive Mum and Granny. We all feel incredibly lost without her. Messages may be addressed to The Williamson Family, C/- 119 St Andrews Square, Strowan, Christchurch 8052.

Rest in peace

A Requiem Mass for Maree will be Celebrated at St Marys Pro Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch, on Monday, January 26, at 10.30am followed by interment in Memorial Park Cemetery, corner of Cypress Street and Ruru Road. The Vigil Service will be held at St Mary's Catholic Church, 116 Lonsdale Street, New Brighton, on Sunday, January 25, at 7.00pm.


Published by The Press on Jan. 17, 2026.

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Marjie Sandeman

Yesterday

Condolences to Maree's family & her friends. A gracious Lady .

Sarah & Justene

Yesterday

Condolences to all
Maree was so caring and will be missed immensely
Rest in Love

Vincie Billante

January 11, 2026

Deepest condolences at this sad time. Such a beautiful woman in spirit and body, she loved her family so much and was such a kind soul. Love to you all xx

Anne-Therese Goward (Back)

January 11, 2026

Please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of your beloved mother, Maree. On behalf of the family of the late Kathleen Back, we wish to express our sympathy and share in your sorrow. Kathleen and Maree were lifelong school friends who treasured many wonderful moments together, and their bond will always be remembered with warmth.
May Maree rest in peace.

Gail van veen

January 11, 2026

Nick and Robert. So sorry to hear this. Losing a loved one is always so hard, especially when it is sudden and unexpected. Treasure all the wonderful memories. Gail van Veen

Tania Fernandez

January 11, 2026

Sending my condolences in this sad time to the Williamson family. Wishing you all strength and peace at this time.

Leigh White

January 10, 2026

So sorry to hear of your Mum's death. She was a very gracious lady.

Jane Tyler-Gordon

January 9, 2026

Saddened to lose a long time friend.
Happy memories of our debating/public speaking trip to Dunedin soon after we had left school. Photo shows Neil on the left, with Hillary, Maree and Jane in the row behind.
Maree did a great job of keeping Sister Leonie´s "class of 54" in touch with one another after our 60th reunion.
Moe mai e kui.
Love and sympathy to you all

Anna Clements

January 9, 2026

This is ever such sad news and my children and I send you our heartfelt sympathy and love.

Maree was the most beautiful person and meant ever so much to our family - and has done for as long as I can remember.

I am not overstating it to say that she was adored by us. My son, then 6yo, encapsulated it when he said, "I love Maree and she is so soft".

With you in spirit

Lou Clements

January 9, 2026

So sad to hear this. Maree was the kindest of souls and I have many fond memories of her from childhood. Love and hugs to you all - she will be enormously missed x

Fiona Crowley

January 8, 2026

Dear Greg, Helen, Jack, Jimmy and Maia - we were so sad to hear of Maree´s passing. Our thoughts and love are with you and the whole of the Williamson family.
Take care and safe travel home.
Fiona and Nick.

Jenni & Tony Ebert

January 8, 2026

We extend our condolences to the Williamson family, Maree was an amazing women who always welcomed all those children who needed a meal or
even a bed. We have never forgotten her kindness to Curt and the late karlos. With love Jenni and Tony Ebert

Luke Southorn

January 7, 2026

Dear Willaimson family, we send our condolences at the very sudden loss of Maree. She truly was a wonderful woman. So warm, wise and positive, and a true role model to us all. We are so grateful to have had Maree as part of our lives.
Luke and Yvette Southorn

Jean McGrouther

January 7, 2026

You will no longer type my letters or walk for over 20 years on Tuesdays. Rest in peace my lovely friend.

Mary ( nee Martin) and Mike Griffin

January 7, 2026

Deeply saddened by the news of Maree´s sudden passing - she and Neil were an amazing couple - now they are reunited . Love and prayers to all of their extended family

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