5 December 1938 – 28 April 2025
5 December 1938 – 28 April 2025
It is with much sadness that the family announces that Barbara passed away peacefully on Monday, 28 April 2025, aged 86. Dearly loved wife of the late Len. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Thomas & Tina, Patrick and Michele, Leonie, Monica & Wayne, Deidre & John, and Stephen & Danielle. Cherished grandmother of Annielise, Chloe, Matthew, Chelcie, Damian, Luke, Hayley, Bailey, Jessica, Connor, Reese, and Emily and great- grandmother of Libby, Emma, Isla, Finn, and Blake.
Messages to Barbara’s family may be left on this tribute page.
Friends are invited to attend Requiem Mass for Barbara at The Catholic Church of the Immaculate Conception, 90 Miranda Street, Stratford on Saturday 3 May at 1.00pm. Thereafter to the Koputama Cemetery
In preference to flowers, please consider a donation to the Parish of the Catholic Church of the Immaculate Conception Stratford.
For those unable to attend, Barbara’s funeral will be livestreamed via this tribute page.

Funeral service held at Catholic Church of the Immaculate Conception
A ,beautiful, gentle lady who was a great friend to our mother Joan Radich. Thinking of you all at this sad time. Big hugs Christina and Terry Gilmour x
Dear Leonie and family, Thinking of you at this sad time. Barbara was a lovely person who always had time for a chat. We had some time together while she was at Maryann and I was visiting. She loved a code cracker! I also remember her lovely singing voice in church. You will all miss her heaps. Love and prayers. Celia Howatson
Hello Monica, our sympathy to you and your family, uncle Lenny, and I kicked around a lot, i remember when your parents met and got married, worked hard together, 🏃♂️ sorry unable to attend tomrw GOD'S Blessing Joe &Sandra Hiestand🇨🇭🇳🇿 cambridge
Dear Monica and family, Sending much love and my deepest sympathy to you all with the passing of your dear Mum. Memories will be a treasure. - Karen Van Burgsteden ❤
To Dedrie and John, Luke, Hayley and Bailey Sincere condolences to you in the loss of your Mum and Nana, thinking of you all - Julie Gargan
Sorry we can't be with you all to celebrate mums wonderful life. But our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this tough time. Lots of Love Michael and Rosemary kuriger
To Thomas, Patrick, Leonie, Monica, Deidre, Stephen and families, With fond memories of a loving Mother and Grandmother. Aunty Barbara was so proud of her family. I feel fortunate to have spent time with her and Uncle Len during my years in Eltham. They popped up on plant stalls, or selling raffle tickets for a good cause. Always kind and caring. Always interested. Always. Rest peacefully Aunty Barbara. Deepest sympathy Helen Kuriger Ballarat
Barbara was a wonderful woman who was a friend and mentor to many. I enjoyed her company and wise counsel over the years. May she rest in peace.
I still remember going to Ngaere Gardens for the dances when the Kurigers had the gardens. A lovely lady. RIP and condolences to the family.
Mrs K it just doesn't feel right to call you Barbara as Mrs K you were to us all. With the full family you had it was never too much to make us all feel welcome. We are glad you are at peace and pain free but are sadden to know the pain your kids are feeling. To Tom, Leonie & Monica (who we spent most of our time with)& Pat, Deirdre & Stephen we are so sorry for your loss.
So sorry to hear of Barbara’s passing, my thoughts are with all of the family at this time. Love Sue xx
Farewell Big sister. 💖 Now at peace and pain free. Will miss our chats and advice you gave me . Love you lots. 🤗😪💞
My thoughts are with you all, at this very sad time of your loss...my condolences on the passing of Barbara🌹🌹🌹🌸🌸💐💐

Funeral service held at Catholic Church of the Immaculate Conception

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