On December 9, 2025, peacefully at Lady Wigram Retirement Village, aged 88 years. Dearest wife of the late Roger, loved and treasured by her family Jo and Chris, Sally and Andrew, Jennie and Gerry, Sue and Dan, and Juliet, loved grandmother of Bridie and Josh, Jonty and Danielle; Matilda, Grace, and Sam; Thomas, Luke; Harry, Kate; and Isla, Great-grandmother of Ted, Molly, Pippa, and Phoebe, dearly loved daughter of the late George and Mary. A special thanks to all the staff at Lady Wigram for their wonderful care of our mother. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Ann Abbott, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. At Ann's request a private family gathering has been held.

Published by The Press on Dec. 20, 2025.