Elwyn I am going to miss so much of you. I have loved getting to know you over the last many years since I met John. I have loved our chats about seeds, compost, your garden on the farm, my garden, your children and mine. The chats from Radio New Zealand to which we both found so interesting that may seem boring to a listening ear. I will miss that. Gylfi and Òli will miss their Nanny so very much. You did say I'm just this lady who lays in bed all day in this room to them, but, you were oh so much more. Their eyes would light up as they walked past that door like they were looking into another world between the door frame. If only you could see what they saw. I will miss your stories of your children and the similarities that are in Gylfi and Òli, the traits they have and that have carried through the generations. It makes me more forgiving at times. Thank you for that. I am glad you can rest now. I hope you get to meet my mum and tell her of her grandchildren, you two would get on so well. I am so thankful that our paths got to cross, if only for a short while. You said before you left I so wish I could give you a big hug, and I wish that too. Until then Elwyn. I am standing on the sea shore, a ship sails in the morning breeze and starts for the ocean. She is an object of beauty and I stand watching her till at last she fades on the horizon and someone at my side says: “She is gone.” Gone! Where? Gone from my sight—that is all.The diminished size and total loss of sight is in me, not in her, and just at the moment when someone at my side says, “She is gone” there are others who are watching her coming, and other voices take up a glad shout: “There she comes!” X

Thank you Elwyn for giving me the best memories of coming to your house growing up. I loved your smile and calm approach you created in your warm and welcoming home. Nothing was ever an issue and you always talked things through with us girls making us feel right at home. You are such a brave lady and I admire your strength throughout the many years you were in pain and never complained. You're at peace now and can enjoy resting and watching over your gorgeous family. Your strong heart will live in them all. All my love to you xxx

So sad to read of Elwyn's passing, I missed seeing it before as we are away in the South Island currently. Elwyn was an amazing women who faced a difficult illness with great strength. She helped me in a difficult period of my life many years ago and I have always loved meeting up with her and Rossi at various occasions over the years. My thoughts are with you all.

Dear Rossi, what a wonderful lady you chose to be your life partner. Elwyn made a wonderful choice too. We totally admire your dedication to each other and respect for each other. Both of you adventurous and talented people, God loving and trusting. From the day we moved next door Elwyn was out and about and little did we know when our son came in and commented "that lady asked me to put her foot back on the wheelchair footrest" that we would learn such an example of faith stamina and trust. Blessings to your whole family knowing now there is a very special angel watching over. Yvonne and Noel.

Hello Elwyn - I received a text yesterday, from our Nurse & saying "it is sad news" - but I already knew who she was referring to & before reading the rest her message... Sad, yes & because it means that you are no longer here, it means no more Wednesday/Friday visits or chats - with a person now more than just a Client, but a Friend... Sad, no & because you have now started that 'Journey' you have been waiting for. It was an honor to have known you. Farvel Min Ven, Sikker Rejse. (Farvel My Friend, Safe Journey.) Joelene.