Susan RILEY Obituary

Passed peacefully surrounded by her family on March 7, 2025. Much loved wife of Ken for 56 years, a life well lived together. Dearly loved and treasured mother and mother-in-law of Tim, Emma and Graeme, Sam and Micaela, and Nick and Debbie. Adored Granny to Jake (dec) and Taz, Gus and Bridget, Lachie and Meg, and Tessa, Hunter, Will and Maggie. Precious Great-Granny to Oakley and Skyla. Eldest daughter of the late Keith and Shirley Skinner, and loved and respected sister and sister-in-law of Vicky, and Rosie and Derek, and brother Fraser. Loved sister-in-law of Marg and Peter (dec) and Rosalie (dec) and Larry.

A true friend to many, touching the lives of all she met, forever in our hearts.

Sue's family wish to extend their sincere thanks to the Oncology and Radiology Departments at Southland Hospital and Hospice Southland, and to Dr Louise Bremer and Dr Kate Bayston for their compassionate care over the last 24 years. In accordance with Sue's wishes, a private service has been held. We welcome family and friends to join us to celebrate Sue in her favourite place, Burn Cottage, Cromwell, on Saturday, March 29 from 2.00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Southland, in Sue's name would be appreciated. Messages to 132 Gimblett Place, Waikiwi, Invercargill 9810, or to Sue's tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes