Peacefully at The Croft, Timaru on Thursday, August 21, 2025; aged 88 years. Cherished wife of John (dec). Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Ann-Maree, Colin and Val, James (dec), and Michelle and Grant. Precious nana and special friend to Darin and Samm, Emma, Dane, and Milla. Much loved sister and sister-in-law of Robert (Bob) and Elsie, Spencer and Ngairie, Morrison (Morry) and Glenore, Lillian, Trevor and Eileen, and Shirley and Don (all dec). Loved aunty of all her nephews and nieces. A service celebrating Gilda's life will be held at Aoraki Funeral Services Chapel, 160 Mountain View Road, Timaru on Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 1.00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to Presbyterian Support would be gratefully accepted and may be left at the service. Messages to 7 Orielton Place, Gleniti, Timaru 7910.

Published by Timaru Herald on Aug. 25, 2025.