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Ngaire CRAVEN Obituary

Aged 88 years. Passed away peacefully surrounded by family. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Michael (London), Derek and Glenda (Gisborne), and Scott and Char (Hawera). Loved Gran/Nanny Ngaire to her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Ngaire will be missed by her family and many friends. The funeral service will be held at Central Baptist Church, Palmerston Road, Gisborne, at 10.30am on Saturday 7th February, followed by private cremation. Livestream link available via https://youtube.com/live/mK-HMdZSiMM?feature=share

Evans Funeral Services Ltd
www.evansfuneral.co.nz
Published by Manawatu Standard on Feb. 4, 2026.

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Guy Broadley

February 9, 2026

I visited Ngaire in her classroom at College Street and was struck by the way she quietly maintained the attention of the children. And, of course, there was the hockey and Scott's Mum when I was teaching at Russell Street. I was always appreciative of her generous spirit, always seeing the best. I trust Gisborne and Hawera are treating the Cravens well.

Graham Johnston

February 7, 2026

Mrs Craven was without doubt the most influential teacher I had a college at normal. I have thought about her often in the 41 years since she taught me.

Bruce Maden

February 7, 2026

Remembering Ngaire for her dedicated service as a Trustee and strong supporter of Te Aroha Noa Community Services Trust that was based in Highbury , Palmerston North and established by Central Baptist Church. She was also an inspiring teacher of one of my sons. Moe mai ra Ngaire. Bruce Maden.

Edwina Neilson (nee Melville)

February 7, 2026

My favourite teacher and hockey coach at College Street School many years ago. Rest in love Mrs Craven. x

Lana

February 7, 2026

Forever in my heart gran !
You are my person x

David Vercoe

February 6, 2026

Such a gentle soul and a lovely Christian.i was so pleased to know her. Blessings to Derek and family on this sad occasion.

Marie and David Lake

February 5, 2026

Ngaire was a valued member of the square dance club in Palmerston North for many years. We will remember her for the friendship and the lovely, friendly lady she was.

Keith Waldman

February 4, 2026

Condolences Derek

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