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Rita WILKINSON Obituary
Of Christchurch. Passed away in Dunedin on Sunday, November 15, 2020, aged 99 years. Beloved wife of the late Walter Wilkinson. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Jennifer and the late Mick Rooney. Loved nan of Merryn Pugh, Michael Harvey, Kelvyn Pugh, Daniel Rooney, and Kirsten Rooney. Loved great-nan of Sam, George, and Tom Harvey; Brendon, Christopher, and Natalie Rooney. Messages may be addressed to the Wilkinson family, C/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. In lieu of flowers donations to S.P.C.A. Dunedin would be appreciated and can be made at the service. A Celebration of Rita's life will be held in the John Rhind Chapel, entry from London and Whitmore Sts, Christchurch, Tomorrow (Thursday), at 2.00pm.
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John Bateman
November 20, 2020
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Rita Wilkinson.A most gracious and lovely lady.
I had the honour of playing bowls with one of New Zealands greatest lawn bowlers Wallie Wilkinson.A N.Z Representative.Along with my father Clarrie Bateman we thoroughly enjoyed the time we had with Wallie and of course Rita.
Also I had the pleasure of serving Rita in my capacity as a Travel Consultant with Air NZ.We met her many times at various Funeral Parlors where she was serving refreshments.
What a great age!Wallie would be proud.No doubt they are both together now.
Please accept our sincere condolences.
John & Rose Bateman
Lorraine Clemens
November 19, 2020
In remembrance of beautiful Rita Wilkinson whom I will always carry the most loving memories of. The warmth that you generously gave to Wally Wilkinson's pupils will always be remembered with gratitude. When the Indian mens' hockey team came to Christchurch in the 1950s you had the Weedons' school hockey team to lunch at your cosy Christchurch home prior to a Weedons' School Headmaster's home being built. This and so many wonderful acts of kindness are unforgettable.My love to you Jennifer. You were the 'apple' of your father's eye. Rita's pride and joy. A small child with a head of brown curly locks with an unending smile on your cherubic face. In my 78th year the memories of your wonderful father and mother have never left me. They came to my debutant ball in 1960, my wedding in 1970. The three of you are part of Weedons' history and fabric. Enduring gratitude and love, Lorraine Clemens, nee Manion. XOX
Barry Chapman
November 18, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. With condolences from Barry Chapman and members of the Beckenham Bowling Club
Annette Williams nee Barrett
November 18, 2020
What a charming real lady. The wife of an amazing School Headmaster at Weedons. I was in the same class as you Jennifer. Your Mother planned a special Birthday night we all enjoyed.
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November 18, 2020
WILKINSON, Rita Agnes:
On November 15, 2020, at home in Dunedin. Dearly loved sister of John Rhind, loved Aunty of Graeme, Susan, Anne, Julie, Stephen and their partners. A loved Great-Aunt and Great-Great-Aunt, in her 100th year.
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