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Hilda Elizabeth LILLY

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John Rhind Funeral Directors

118 Williams Street

Kaiapoi, Canterbury

Hilda LILLY Obituary

On February 12, 2026, peacefully at Burlington Care Centre, in her 83rd year, surrounded by her family, love and song. Treasured wife of Brian of 60 years. Beloved mother and mother-in-law of Brett and Paula, Glenn and Annamieka, Karen and Craig, and Scott and Amanda. Loved Granny of Megan, Hannah, and Kurt; Sam, and Emma; Annabelle and James; and Lewis.

Forever grateful to have had you in our lives, always remembered.

In lieu of flowers, donations to St John would be appreciated and may be made online only at https://www.stjohn.org.nz/ Messages to: The family of Hilda Lilly, c/- PO Box 263, Kaiapoi 7644 or via the John Rhind website send a tribute page. In accordance with Hilda's wishes, a private family service has been held.


Published by The Press on Feb. 18, 2026.

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Diane

March 12, 2026

Thinking of you Brian, and remembering Hilda and good times at Tukurua and then Patons Rock. Much love to all your family from Diane Dacre (Wynn Williams).

Robyn McNicholl

February 20, 2026

To Brian, Brett, Glenn, Karen and Scott
On behalf of the Collins Family of Highsted Road I would like to say
we are very sad to learn of Hilda's passing and send our love and sympathy to you all. We remember a great friendship between her and our Mum, some of us babysitting the boys when they were young and their friendship with John. Nicky and I have Hilda's famous Tomato Soup recipe which will be made again very soon and enjoyed by all. Kind Regards Robyn and Family

Ali McQueen

February 19, 2026

Thinking of Brian and family at this sad time. We have wonderful memories of Hilda and her hospitality while we were camping and whitebaiting at the Mokihinui River. She was a real treasure and made us very welcome.
Ali and Russell

Natalie Scarlet

February 19, 2026

Uncle Brian, Brett, Glenn, Karen and Scott. Thinking of you all at this sad time. I have fond memories of Auntie Hilda's warmth and fun time when I was in Christchurch. Much love.

R M Genet

February 19, 2026

Our condolences to Brian and Family. So sorry to hear of Hilda's passing. Rest in Peace Hilda. Ruth & Grant Genet

Chris and Ross Simpson

February 18, 2026

Condolences Brian and family.
Fond memories of Hilda whitebaiting on the Mokihinui river. Rest in peace Hilda

Michael wildbore

February 18, 2026

On behalf of wildbore family at styx mill rd I would like to pass on my condolences to your family.I still to this day remember hildas smile and her love of gardening neighbor of the past. Thanks for letting me use my skateboard as child on the drive xxx yours sincerely Michael son of Colin and diane

Peter Nicholl

February 18, 2026

Dear Brian and family
We were so deeply saddened to hear of the lose of Hilda
Our deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.
Over the years Hilda has been such a special part of our life's. Many memories and stories to tell of Golden Bay. GWishing all our love and strength.
Peter, Adrienne and family.

marilyn mcvicar

February 18, 2026

To Brian and family
I was sorry to read about Hilda´s passing today. My condolences to you all

John and Christine Freeman

February 18, 2026

To Brian and Family,
Please accept our sincere sympathy in the loss of Hilda, your wife and best friend, a mother a grandmother, and a mother-in-law and friend to many. She will be greatly missed but never forgotten. A truly lovely woman.

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