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Vera HUBBARD Obituary
Vera Mary (nee Monpays):
It is with great sadness that we announce that Vera passed away peacefully on May 10, 2020, at Summerset at Wigram Rest Home, in her 93rd year. Dearly loved wife of Derrick for 70 years, mother of Janet and Jeffrey, loved grandmother of Andrew and Fiona, great-grandmother of Micah, and much loved member of the Air Force Museum of New Zealand family.
A life so joyfully lived deserves to be remembered, and Vera will forever be.
A private cremation has been held and a memorial service will take place at a later date. So much gratitude to the staff of Summerset at Wigram, Christchurch Hospital and the Hornby Medical Centre. Messages for Derrick and the family can be sent c/- Air Force Museum, Private Bag 4739, Christchurch 8140.
Memories and Condolences
for Vera HUBBARD
17 Entries
May 21, 2020
Our friendship began back in the 60s in Blenheim and that love laughter and quick wit never faded as did her deep love and loyalty to Derick. Wherever they served the RNZAF and those connected with it were greeted joy and respect and I am just blessed that I was counted as one of her friends. A wonderful woman who reached out to many but her spirit will live on in our hearts. My thoughts are with the family.
Michelle Sim
May 21, 2020
Vera was one in a million - a wonderfully warm, kind and caring person, who touched everyone she met. She certainly holds a special place in my heart, and I feel very privileged to have known her. I'll always hold dear those memories of her cheery greetings, and how eager she was to hear about my children and what we'd all been up to. A very special person indeed who will be sadly missed by so many.
Much love to you Derrick - we are all here for you.
May 18, 2020
To Derrick, so sorry to hear about Vera, she was a very special and loving lady, it's been such a pleasure getting to know you both. Keep strong and I hope we catch up soon, all my love Cherie (AFM team).
Hadyn and Barbara Clarke
May 18, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful lady.
Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Shayne Harris
May 18, 2020
Always greeted us with a smile and kind words. You will be missed Vera
May 18, 2020
Vera was a inspirational and charming lady.
It was honor to have known with her.
Kia Kaha Derrick and Family
John Wilson AFM Guide
Maryke Benade
May 18, 2020
Always greeted you with warmth, a smile and a twinkle in her eye.
David Nicholson
May 17, 2020
That warm uplifting greeting and wonderful smile will dearly be missed but never forgotten,fine memories held close.
Alex & Michelle Rutherford
May 17, 2020
Vera's beautiful approach to life will always live with us. I hope your grief is eased a little by knowing that it has been an honor for us to know such a special person.
Lilly Bullen
May 17, 2020
Dearest Vera, it is so terribly sad to lose you, but your smile - the joy and delight you bought where ever you went - will always be remembered. Derrick - we will always be there to support you. From Lilly, one of the AFM team. Bless.
Barbara & Roger Tyson
May 17, 2020
So sorry to hear of the passing of Vera (a beautiful, kind, caring lady) it was an honour to have met & known her, Derrick I know you will miss her deeply. Our thoughts & prayers to you Derrick & your family.
Love from your old neighbours from 3 Grebe Place, Wigram ❤
Marylynne Tilleyshort
May 17, 2020
Vera's loving and humble presence may be gone but her memory will always linger on with everyone she encountered. Derrick I hope your loving memories will keep you strong. Condolences.
Brian Roberts
May 16, 2020
A lovely lady who will be missed by all of the guides. Rest in peace Vera.
Bruce Hood
May 16, 2020
I will miss her but R.I.P.
one of the Wednesday team
Richard Parker
May 16, 2020
Hi Derrick, I have no words to express I know that you will be feeling.
I am here when ever you are ready.
Richard
Colin Garthwaite
May 16, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Knowing you both for such a short time has been special and Derrick, Vera will be sadly missed but never forgotten.
Chris Davey
May 16, 2020
Farewell lovely lady. It was a pleasure and honour to have known you. Kia kaha Derrick, Jan & family, in these difficult times.
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