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Nova MAYO Obituary

MAYO,
Nova Lucy (nee Bennett):
(Double recipient of the Paul Harris Fellowship) On June 21, 2019, peacefully at home; aged 79 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Ray, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Ashley and Christine. A much loved and devoted Grandma of Jack and Harry. Loved daughter of the late George and Bessie Bennett, loved twin sister of Nola Moffett and loved sister of Marguerite Leitch, Micky Bennett, Patricia Bennett, and the late Ashley Bennett and Lyn O'Malley. A loved aunty of all her nieces and nephews and a dear friend to many. A service to celebrate Nova's life will be held in the Upper Riccarton Methodist Church, Corner of Brake Street and Yaldhurst Road, on Wednesday, June 26, at 2.00pm. Private cremation thereafter.

Published by The Press from Jun. 24 to Jun. 26, 2019.

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Condolences to the extended family. Nola was a wonderful lady & a Hornby icon, who made an impact on all who crossed her path.

Kim Anning

July 5, 2019

Nova.You were one special wonderful lady,it is with sadness i hear of your passing. R I P Nova.To all the familys sincere sympathy.love to Nola and Mickey.

Helen Fawdray/Downing

July 2, 2019

DEAR Nova,
You (and Nola) were always very special to my mum and dad - dating back to very early days. It is with sadness that I read of your passing. Farewell to a wonderfully kind lady whom it was a delight to know.
Colleen (Staunton) Welsford

Colleen Welsford

June 29, 2019

Sorry to hear of Nova's passing. A lovely lady will be missed. Had the pleasure of working with her at Hornby High and seeing her a few times at the Mot race course.
Fly free lovely lady.

Debbie Andrews

June 28, 2019

Nova.you were 1 in a million,a very special lady,with such caring heart and soul, you will be truly missed by so many people whose lives you have touched along the way..RIP dearest Lady.
Love Anne Stonehouse,Peacock,Clark and deRooy Families

June 27, 2019

RIP Nova, great memories of Nova, Ray & Family's . Sincerely.
Ellen-Mary & Allan Butland

Ellen Mary Butland

June 26, 2019

So sorry to hear of Nova's passing, our thoughts are with you Ash, Jack and Harry at this time. Brendan, Linda & Conor Fitzgerald

June 26, 2019

A truly great lady, much loved and admired by those who knew her. Nova cared about people's wellbeing and continually demonstrated that care through actions that made a positive difference to other people's lives. She was kind and compassionate but also determined and resourceful with an incredible work ethic and and a wicked sense of humour. We both enjoyed our association with her during our time at Hornby and Riccarton High Schools.

R.I.P

Gary and Frances Coburn

June 26, 2019

Nova you were a wonderful mother in law and loving friend to me and to Jack and Harry such a proud, loving, active grandma, always their cheering them on. We will miss your smile, your humour, your laugh and the essence that makes you. We send you off today with heavy hearts but know you are going 'home' until we meet again, love Christine Mayo (Dorrance), Jack and Harry. Xx

Christine Mayo - Dorrance

June 26, 2019

Very sorry to hear this news. Nova was a lovely friend to my parents (the late Ian and Ray Dickie) and my family. Our thoughts are with you at this time.

Sharon Dickie

June 26, 2019

I am very sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Nova. A huge loss to the Bennett family and the whole Hornby community. I remember Nova as a lady with a huge heart and a laugh to match. Love to all the family.

Judy Gibb

June 26, 2019

Nova, You were a wonderful person that ran the Canteen at HHS superbly always with a smile. Rest In Peace.

Phill Laurie

June 26, 2019

Rewa Murray

June 25, 2019

Very sorry to hear about this wonderful Lady , Nova will be sadly missed by her family ,and St Thomas 1st eleven for those lovely brownies that she made for the boys on there home games, Rest in Peace Lovely Lady

Jan & Rex Raistrick

Acquaintance

June 25, 2019

Thought are with all the family at this sad time Wonderful lady love from the Troon family

June 25, 2019

Dear Nova. You have left a huge hole in the heart of the Hornby community.It is impossible to measure your contribution but many of us remember you with a smile and lots of love. Gavin Stanbury.

Gavin Stanbury

June 25, 2019

Nova - You will be sadly missed. Your Morning Teas at Hornby Super Value were legendary and have never been beaten. Wil miss your smiling face and cheery laugh. Thoughts and love to your family at this time

Faye Edwards

June 25, 2019

Nova's nightclasses learning to cook were enjoyed by so many!

Jill Husband

June 25, 2019

Nova's kindness will always be remembered, Jocelyn & Dave.

Nova Mayo

June 24, 2019

Nova was much loved by staff and students at Hornby High. She was always cheerful, caring and wanting the best for the students and school. Nova's laugh could be heard across the room.
Nova was a huge part of the school community and it is with great sadness that I hear of her passing. Rest easy Nova.

Linda Youl

June 24, 2019

Dear Nova. Your kindness, generosity and never-failing cheerfulness enriched our lives. Hornby High School and the entire community will sadly miss you.
Sherryn Allan

June 24, 2019

You were always so positive Nova. Many a chat we had over all things Union and Political. You will be missed by many.Rest in Peace.

Jonathan Handley-Packham, Christchurch

June 24, 2019

Our Thoughts are with you all at this time. Irene [Smith] and Kelvin Lines

June 24, 2019

Hornby High School's no. 1 supporter taken suddenly. Nova was a very active member of the PTA, ran our school canteen for many a year and only on Friday was she catering for our staff morning tea. Nova has left her own extraordinary and indelible mark on our community and all of us who knew her. We will miss her and that unmistakably cheerful and positive laugh. Our sympathies to her whanau. RIP Nova - fly with the angels.

Hornby High School Staff

June 24, 2019

Esteemed Friend to Many Lions and their Partners. Our much loved Caterer for many many years. Now a well earned rest Nova.

Lions Club of Chrsitchurch South

June 24, 2019

Dearest Nova, A Beautiful soul both inside and out. Fly free and Thank you for coming into my life. love Lynley, Chester and Meg xxx

Lynley Power

June 24, 2019

It is with sadness today we learnt of Nova's passing. A wonderful cheerful lady, remembered by many in the Hornby community for her amazing contribution. Thinking of you all at this sad time. the O'Connor family

Margaret O'Connor

June 24, 2019

So sorry to hear of Nova's passing. She will missed by so many friends and family. Our thoughts are with you all at this time. Kind regards, Russell and Anne Burnett and family.

Russell and Anne Burnett

June 24, 2019

so sorry to hear about Nova a wonderful lady who did nothing but good for everybody will be sadly missed love Frank& Karen

frank&karen bennett

June 24, 2019

MAYO, Nova Lucy:
Esteemed friend of many Lions and Partners. Our caterer for many, many years at Christchurch South Club.
Now a well earned rest Nova.

June 25, 2019

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