Patsy passed away in the early hours of Saturday, December 14, 2024, in Akaroa. Dearly loved wife of Michael Norris, sister of Liz, mother of Hamish, Rachel and George, mother-in-law of Ellie, grandmother of Rosie and Amelie, sister-in-law of Caroline and the late Paul Norris, aunt to Rebecca and James, aunt of Lucia and Sarah, and a dear friend to many. Patsy faced her illness with remarkable strength and grace. Her legacy of kindness is echoed in the song of the Tūī she helped restore to Banks Peninsula. Thank you to the incredible teams at St George's Hospital and Akaroa Health Centre. Patsy's memorial service will be held in St Peter's Anglican Church, Akaroa, Tomorrow, Friday, December 20, at 2.30pm. Messages may be addressed to: The family of Patsy Dart, PO Box 134, Akaroa 7520.

Published by The Press from Dec. 16 to Dec. 19, 2024.