STAPLES, Valerie Ann (Val) (nee Brown): It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our beautiful Val on 3 May 2025. Dearly loved and treasured wife of Kevin, cherished mum of Fiona and Sheryl, and mother-in-law of Phil. Val was the adored Nana of Luke, Anna, Katelyn and Tom, and Riley. Her greatest joy was being surrounded by her family. She will be so deeply missed and forever remembered in the hearts of all who loved her. A service to celebrate Val’s life will be held at William Cotton & Sons Chapel, 29 Beattie Street, Feilding, on Friday, 9 May 2025, at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations to Arohanui Hospice would be appreciated via www.arohanuihospice.org.nz or may be left at the service. Messages to the Staples Family, c/o 29 Beattie Street, Feilding  4702.