Professor KOOPMAN-BOYDEN Obituary

Peacefully at Waikato Hospital on August 27, 2025, aged 82 years. Distinguished academic and advocate for older people, who dedicated more than four decades of her life to advancing the wellbeing of seniors and shaping the nation's understanding of ageing. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Martin and Lauren; Juliet and Fraser. Proud Grandmother of Emma, Lucy, Alex and Parker. Formerly married to the late John Koopman with whom she shared many years and a family. Sister and sister-in-law to Clive and the late Shirley Boyden, and Geoff and Glenys Boyden. All messages to Dame Peggy's Family, c/- PO Box 4449, Hamilton 3447. In preference to flowers a donation may be made to Age Concern in her memory. Family and friends are invited to a celebration of Peggy's life to be held at the Waikato Cathedral Church of St Peter, 51 Victoria Street, Hamilton, on Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 2.00pm. Live-steam details can be found at www.pellowandhillfunerals.co.nz