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Philippa LANG Obituary

LANG, Philippa Jane:
Sadly, on March 19, 2020, beloved wife, mother and cherished friend to all, Philippa Jane Lang passed away at Nurse Maude Hospice. She faced her difficult battle with the same courage, positivity and energy Philippa is remembered by her loving soulmate Glenn, and treasured sons Sam, Timothy and Jack. Endeared daughter of Gavin and Romola (deceased) Royfee, and step-daughter of Alison, and daughter-in-law of Ruth and Russell (deceased) Lang. Treasured sister and sister-in-law of Stephen and Trudy, Andrew and Wendy, Rachel Royfee and Stuart and Maree Gunn. Cherished sister-in-law of Rick and Sue, Kerry, Nathan and Tabitha Lang. Beloved aunty and great-aunty of her many nieces and nephews. An inspiration and revered figure to countless friends and colleagues. Philippa and her family wish to pass on special thanks to Dr Jim Edwards, Ruth Gerring and staff of the Oncology Team at Christchurch Hospital for their wonderful care of Philippa and to Dr Penelope Day and Nurse Maude Hospice for their loving care in her final days.
Philippa lives on in the memories of her friends and family as a woman of boundless energy, fun, infectious laughter and charm, a treasure irreplaceable in our lives.
Messages may be addressed to the Lang family, C/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. In lieu of flowers donations to Nurse Maude Hospice would be appreciated and can be made online at bit.ly/pjlang1920 In order to comply with the Government directive regarding gatherings the service will be attended by family only on Tuesday, March 24, at 2.00pm. The service will be streamed for those who may wish to participate in that manner. Please contact John Rhind Funeral Directors to obtain the link.

Published by The Press on Mar. 21, 2020.

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Justine Sullivan

March 30, 2020

So sorry to hear of Philippa's passing , she was such a beautiful bubbly woman , who you could always hear coming & you were always greeted by her huge smile !!
We both worked with Phill in the old Countdown days & later on in Bryon street ,she was such a hard worker & liked by everyone.
RIP gone far too soon x
Condolences to your family
Justine & Paul Sullivan

Lynne McKenzie

March 27, 2020

Gavin, Alison and Family, Thinking of you at this sad time.

Angela

March 26, 2020

Glen and family We are so sorry to go hear of Phillipa's passing . A wonderful woman gone way too soon . Our thoughts are with you at this very sad and difficult time . Take care

Trish McCormick

March 24, 2020

Philippa, you touched the hearts of everyone who ever had the privilege of knowing you. Such a fun-loving and positive person to be around. I am so honoured to have both worked with you, and played netball with you. You really are that one in million Philippa. You will never be forgotten xoxo

Penny Christison

March 24, 2020

To a dear friend that was always there to pick you up and support you. The many laughs we had as Group Sams when we use to stay in Auckland, with a few wines and beers. It was so lovely to catch up and have dinner with you before Xmas and I wish there could of been more. Rest In Peace now dear lady. Will be thinking of you and your family this afternoon.

Love Penny xx

Laureen Burnett

March 23, 2020

Phil, you are an amazing lady who always gave so much of yourself to every task on your To Do List. Your love of life was infectious to all who came in contact with you. You will never be forgotten beautiful lady x

Lana Thomas

March 23, 2020

To the Lang family, I knew Philippa as a work associate with Site Safe, of the years of dealing with me booking in staff to courses, advising on new courses, and been there for a quick chat on how things are in life and work. She always had the biggest smile, best personality for the job - Bright, cheerful, loves a good laugh, She was the rock for the Hornby site - very helpful. Some fabulous memories with Philippa will be thought of often. Take care and this Angel will be watching over you all. Regards

Sue Gandy

March 23, 2020

Your light may have dimmed Philippa, but it will continue to burn for those of us who had the privilege to work with you. You truly inspired us.

Jill Lang

March 21, 2020

My beautiful, funny,wise and much loved ex sister in law and friend. You will be so terribly missed. You were always there for me in my darkest times and I loved our gossipy chats. You will live on in my heart and memories. You were an inspiration to me and I always looked up to you. Taken far too soon. Love forever from me and your godson Jamie.

March 21, 2020

Rest In Peace Philippa. One of a kind, caring, supportive and always going above and beyond. A real positive and energetic personality, it's a privilege to have worked with you. My thoughts are with all your family at this sad time.

Tony Smith

March 21, 2020

To Glenn and all the Lang family we were so sorry to read about the sad loss of Philippa we remember her with fond memories from tony and Susan smith

Brix

March 21, 2020

To a much loved and cherished friend, it has been an absolute honour and pleasure to have worked with Philippa, and will always cherish the guidance, advice and support that Philippa gave so freely. Take care to all the Lang family.

Jessica & Cameron Black

March 21, 2020

You will be dearly missed my friend. Your wonderful and positive outlook on life is what I loved about you the most. Heaven has gained a vibrant angel.

Dean Wills

March 21, 2020

Rest peacefully my friend, thank you for all you shared with me over our time with Sitesafe.
A place in my heart is forever yours Philippa, God bless.

Kelvin Sparks

March 21, 2020

Phil your are a legend. You are one of this worlds beautiful people. Words cannot express the way I feel and the hole that is left in this world Rest in Peace my dear friend xxx

March 21, 2020

Ruth and family, shareing my sincere sympathy to you all at this very hard and very sad time. Judith May Leeston .

March 21, 2020

LANG, Philippa Jane:
Dearly loved daughter-in-law of Ruth and the late Russell, and much loved sister-in-law of Rick and Sue, Kerry, Nathan and Tabitha. Loved aunty and great-aunty of all her nieces and nephews.

Sleep well Sweetheart.

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