22 February 1941 – 14 May 2026
22 February 1941 – 14 May 2026
MacKAY, Lilian Joan (née Coutts)
With heavy hearts we share the passing of our beautiful Mum on 14 May 2026, aged 85 years. She leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness and strength. Forever in our hearts and we will miss her wicked sense of humour.
Dearly loved wife of the late Kenneth John MacKay.
Loved and respected mother of her twin girls Marie & Barbara and mother-in-law of Kevin.
Much loved grandmother; Shane & Anita, Fraser & Emily, Jackson & Juliana and Shelley & Rachael.
Loved sister and sister-in-law to Jim & Rose Coutts, Janice and the late Mackie Coutts, Mary & John Christie, Tom & Bella Coutts, Freda & Jimmy Irvine, and John Coutts. Loved sister-in-law to Dad’s family in the Isle of Lewis – Mina & Sandy, John Murdo & Alice, Dolly & John, Maryanne & Sandy (all deceased).
Loved by her 22 nieces and nephews and 43 grand nieces and nephews in New Zealand, Scotland, Germany and the Isle of Lewis.
Special friend to Arthur and his family.
Special thanks to staff at Wellington Hospital and to the Te Hopai staff who travelled the very personal medical and dementia journey with us, providing Mum with outstanding and compassionate care. We thank you - you will always hold a special place in our hearts.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Te Hopai would be appreciated.
Lilian’s funeral service will be livestreamed via this tribute page.
Messages can be shared on this page, cards can be posted c/- 375 Adelaide Road, Newtown, Wellington 6021.

Funeral service held at The Wilson Funeral Home Chapel
Sending lots of love to you all on the sad passing of Lilian. We have treasured our friendship with your parents over many years. May she rest in peace. Much love. Hector and Mavid
To Marie, Barb and family I’m sending my love to you all from Perth and so sorry that I can’t be with you at this time. Lillian will always hold a special place in my heart and I’m so pleased I visited her recently at Te Hopai. We had a few laughs together and that twinkle was still in her eyes. Rest now Lillian 💜 All my love Gill
Dear Marie & Barb The journey you have been on and currently still on as you come to terms with the loss of your Mum is deeply saddening. I guess the only solace is that she is now at Peace. Lilian was a Lady through & through with her elegance, grace, loving nature and sense of humour. I am so blessed to have known her through our family connections and growing up with you both (feeling like part of your & your extended family!!) and have so many lovely memories. You both will also have so many beautiful memories and may these help you through the difficult & sad times. I wish I could be with you tomorrow as you farewell your Mum but I will be with you in Spirit via the Livestream. Lots of love Karen Lancaster
Dear Marie and family. So sorry for your loss. Lilian had a way of making everyone feel at home and was always welcoming. Much love to you all. Sarah
Dear Marie and Barbara So sorry to hear of Lilian's passing. I have so many fond memories of Lilian and your family at the Shetland parties and gatherings. So much fun and lots of laughter. Sending lots of love and blessings to you all. Love Sarah Neville x

Funeral service held at The Wilson Funeral Home Chapel

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