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BYRNES, Doreen Phyllis:
Peacefully at Hospice South Canterbury, on Friday, January 18, 2019, aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Joe, loving mother and mother-in-law of Michael and Nicola, Chris and Jilann, and Anne and Nevil Gibson. Grandmother of Catherine and Tim Malone, Irene and Henry Whyte, Penny and Matthew Eder, Josephine Byrnes, Campbell and Oliver Gibson, Henry, Brendan and the late Liam Byrnes. Great-grandmother of Maeve, Isla and Bridget Malone, Agnes and John Eder, and Theo Whyte. Loved daughter of the late Ethel and Con McKee. Many thanks to the wonderful staff of hospice and Timaru Hospital. Requiem Mass at St Thomas' Church, Mountain View Road, on Tuesday, January 29 at 10.00am, interment at Waimate Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to the hospice. Messages to The Byrnes family, c/- PO Box 4091, Highfield, Timaru 7942. Rosary at St Thomas' Church on Monday, January 28 at 7.00pm.
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Love and best thoughts to Anne, Michael, Chris and their families at this very sad time. Aunty Doreen was a wonderful person who always had a kind word to say, and always had the best view of people. She will be dearly missed.
Aunty Doreen was an avid animal lover, and this says volumes about her character; she spoke to animals like they were equals, always aware of their needs and wants. Elsie the Goose is one such creature who springs to mind. Elsie was like a pet who followed Aunty Doreen around the Levels farm, aware of her place, but also so happy in Aunty's company. The goose would respond to commands with such ease and happiness.
Uncle Joe and Aunty Doreen shared a cottage with us at my brother's wedding some years ago in Melbourne, and we had a great time enjoying the same sense of humour.
I know that you will be with Uncle Joe in a peaceful part of heaven Aunty Doreen, looking out onto green fields with South Canterbury mountain views behind. Godspeed, Aunty, and may flights of Angels sign thee to thy rest
love Vanessa and family xxxx
Vanessa Byrnes
January 28, 2019
Our Love and thoughts to all Doreen's Family - Michael, Anne & Chris.
Aunty Doreen was always an inspiration with a heart of gold. You will be missed.
Love from The Byrnes family in France.
ADRIAN BYRNES
January 21, 2019
Our deepest condolences on the loss of your dear mum, grandmother and great-grandmother.
With love from Pereira family
Margaret Pereira
January 21, 2019
Wonderful memories of many hours spent with you at Levels, Aunty Doreen. Many wonderful meals and the most divine baking.
Thanks for always supporting me and being kind to my family.
Thanks also for your love and kindness for animals. You and my Mum were great examples of how to care for those smaller creatures.
Love to you and Uncle Joe, together again. Please give my love to my Mum and Dad, who I'm sure were waiting for you with Uncle Joe. Plus the others who died before you.
Karen Hill
January 21, 2019
My love & thoughts are with Doreen's Family. Doreen has been a loved friend for well over 50 years & I always enjoyed her company. God speed Doreen, you will be with your beloved Joe. RIP With love, Helen Moses & family
January 21, 2019
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