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Shirley LEONARD Obituary

Shirley passed away peacefully at Margaret Wilson Rest Home on Saturday, February 15, 2025, surrounded by her loving family in her 89th year. Wife of Brian (dec), and a bubbly devoted and fun-loving mother and mother-in-law of Linda, Debbie and David, and Kevin and Patty. A loved grandma of Daniel, Kurt, Emma, and Blair, and great -grandma of Angus, Casey, and Lachlan, you were loved by all.

"Rest in Peace"

Messages to 19 Coonoor Road, Timaru 7910. A Funeral Service to celebrate Shirley's wonderful life will be held at the St Thomas' Catholic Church, cnr Wai-iti and Mountain view Roads, on Thursday, February 20, at 11.00am, followed by private cremation.


Published by The Press on Feb. 18, 2025.

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Marion and Patrick Seguin.

February 25, 2025

To Shirley's family, especially Linda. Your mum was the tea lady at the old DSW. She was loved by all the staff. We enjoyed it when she brought you kids in during the school holidays. We greatly admired her devotion to Linda and loved to hear of their adventures together. She loved her children equally and was proud of all your achievements big and small. She will be greatly missed by the St Thomas congregation. I have missed seeing her and no that she is at rest.

Wayne leonard

February 22, 2025

Linda, debs, kev and familys, so sorry to hear of aunty,s passing, my condolences to you all, may she RIP

Jacqui Leonard (Birch)

February 20, 2025

My sincere condolences to Linda,Debbie and Kevin

Annette Prien

February 20, 2025

I remember Shirley when she was the tea lady ( refreshments officer) at Timaru Girls High School. A lovely lady who I will always remember. My condolences to Shirley´s family.

Caroline Collins

February 19, 2025

I remember Shirley fondly from when she worked as tea attendant at TGHS.
Shirley brought a ray of sunshine to the TGHS staffroom and was always the first to dress up for St Patrick's Day (amongst other occasions). She had a fabulous sense of fun and loved a chat and a laugh but didn't stand for any nonsense. The staffroom sparkled when Shirley was about. RIP Shirley.

Teresa Harris (Gorman)

February 19, 2025

Sending love to you all A truly genuine caring lovely lady.Rest In Peace Shirley

Nikki Mori (née Arthur)

February 18, 2025

Thinking of your all and remembering "Shirl as the best tea lady ever". Every time I smell bleach it brings back memories of the staff kitchen and Shirl soaking her dish clothes. She was so much fun and always good for a laugh. Getting stuck in the lift was a terrible experience for her but provided us with lots of opportunities for some banter with her.

Jennifer Weaver

February 18, 2025

We both grew up in Rakaia and I have the memories of Shirley at the piano, all smiles bringing joy to all.

Debbie Waldron (nee Taiaroa)

February 18, 2025

Sending my condolences to Linda Debbie Kevin and family. Our families have known each other for years and I got to work with Shirley at WINZ and TGHS. Shirl was a delight and was always there with a smile and a yarn. Thank you for being such a delight Shirl. Arohanui and RIP my friend.

Clare Rooney

February 18, 2025

Shirl the Pearl... will miss your cheeky smile and banter. Rest easy my friend.

Denise Marris

February 18, 2025

Rest in peace Aunty Shirl with your God and those gone before you.
Thank you for being there in my life,as a child, it was a milkshake after mass,as an adult it was a wine or cuppa,So many lovely memories singing and dancing in the kitchen in Rakaia with family, I was so lucky as we talked a couple of weeks ago about my family, you were always so interested in them. Faith,Family and Fun that's how I'll remember you.
Deepest sympathy, our love, thoughts and prayers are with you Linda,Debbie, Kev and family xxx
Love Nisey xxx

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