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Natalie Colleen READ

Natalie READ Obituary

Peacefully at Terrace View Retirement Village on Saturday, March 29, 2025. In her 94th year. Dearly loved wife and soulmate of Geoff for 70 years. Treasured only child of the late Olive and Bob Turnbull. Cherished, fun-loving mother and mother-in-law of Alistair and Sarndra, Robert and Nikki, Jane and Brian Prescott, and Angela and Warren Beach. A very special Gran to Hahna, Olivia, and Henrietta; Lachlan, Alex, Henry, and Madi; Basti, and Claudia; Greta, Charlotte, Victoria, and Tessa and all of their partners. Natalie treasured her 16 great-grandchildren like they treasured her. A loved cousin and loyal friend to many.

Natalie was an inspiration to us all, who loved life and lived it to the full.

A special thanks for the unwavering support, kindness and care of Natalie by Terrace View Retirement Village. Messages to: The Read family, c/-193 Alford Forest Road, Ashburton 7700. A celebration of Natalie's wonderful life will be held at St David's Church, 48 Allens Road, Ashburton, on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 commencing at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation.


Published by Timaru Herald on Apr. 1, 2025.

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Ron Gabites

April 4, 2025

Hello Geof.
I am writing for Neil Sinclair who I know held you both in very high esteem.
I am sure that he would like to know that I had written to you to extend his very deep sympathy in your loss of Natelie.
Ron Gabites (Neil's Partner in our Accountancy business)

Therese McCrea

April 2, 2025

Rest in peace Auntie Natalie.

Martin Stewart

April 2, 2025

Our very best wishes as you mourn the loss of Natalie. We wish we could have attended the service today. Love to you all. Martin & Anne Stewart

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