With deep sadness, we share the passing of Joan. Dearly loved wife and soulmate of Ernie for 69 beautiful years. Joan passed peacefully at the age of 87 years, with Ernie by her side—holding her, just as he always did, on Monday, 2nd June 2025 at Hawera Hospital.  Loved mother of Paul (Hawera), Jane and Carey (New Plymouth), Michael and Debra (Te Awamutu).  Loved nana of all her grandchildren Kylie, Melissa; Lauren and Moose, Asha; and Hayden, Nathan, and Brittany.  Loved by her great grandchildren Shaniya, Jaxon, Taya, Noah; Sienna, Hunter; Savanna, Tyler, Tristan, and Caden.  A well-deserved rest after many obstacles.  Many thanks to Joan’s caregivers and the staff of Hawera Hospital for their professional care of our much-loved wife and mum.  Requiem mass will be celebrated for Joan at St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Hawera on Tuesday 10th June 2025, commencing at 11am, after which the funeral will move to the Hawera cemetery.  Rosary will be prayed in the church Monday evening at 7pm.