21 August 1955 – 12 February 2025
21 August 1955 – 12 February 2025
Julie passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Tuesday 11th February 2025 in Dunedin. She gifted life to others on Wednesday 12th February 2025. A cherished wife and best friend of Ross, and an adored and love mum of Mark and Melissa, and Rachel. Loved ‘nana Juce’ of Hudson, and Jayda; Hannah, and Callen. A much loved daughter of the late Brian and Jean Abbott, and sister of John and Maxine; David and William; and the late Geoffrey. Loved daughter-in-law of the late Mervyn and Betty Cleaver. Loved sister-in-law of Alison and Alan Henson, and the late Ann. A very special Aunty to her nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to tee-off at Julie’s final Ladies Day at Te Ngutu Golf Club, on Tuesday the 18th of February 2025 at 11am, after which she will be laid to rest in a private ceremony.

Funeral service held at Te Ngutu Golf Club
Ross, Mark, Rachel - we wish to extend to you our deepest sympathy following Julie's sudden passing. I always enjoyed our chats at Imelda & Stephen's gatherings. May those memories of good times together, now become your treasures. Thinking of you all. Marian & Kevin Richardson
Thinking of you at this time , sorry for your loss Roskoe & family. Julie will be missed
Julie we attended your wonderful service today , know that your family has done your memory just perfectly. God speed .in our thoughts .and deepest respect 🙏
Ross, Mark, Rachel - extending our sincere condolences to you and your family at this sad time. Sorry but we can't be with you to celebrate her life but our thoughts are with you at this sad time. Glenis & David, Chris & Kelly Ogle
To Rossco and families condolences for the sad loss of Julie, she has always had a welcoming friendly smile, will be missed.
To Ross & family our deepest condolences of the passing of Julie , she was such a respected member of the Te Ngutu golf club & great friend of many . We will miss her smiley face around the place kind regards Pete & Kaye Maree
To Ross and family. Thinking of you all at this sad time. My deepest condolences to you all. Julie will missed by many.
To Ross and Family, very sorry to hear of the loss of Julie. Julie was such a wonderful and beautiful woman, president and Golfing buddy. It was always a pleasure seening, talking and playing golf with Julie, so many stories will be told I am sure. Sorry I can not be there on Tuesday but I will certainly miss you. Go in peace my friend.
Ross and family, thinking of you all at this difficult time. May the good memories of Julie help you through this period. Julie will be remembered always as having a smile and being friendly. Chris Blake
So saddened to hear of Julie's passing. Sorry we can't be there. Our thoughts and love are with you Ross and family. Golf will not be the same without you Julie
It is with heavy heart that we acknowledge the passing of Julie Cleaver. The Executive and members of Te Ngutu Golf Club extended their deepest sympathy and condolences to Ross, Mark, Rachel and families. Julie a former Women's Club Captain, President and serving member of the executive was the driving force behind many initiatives and was a staunch supporter of Junior and Women's Golf. Julie was truly a leader and inspiration behind the scenes, the Matriarch of Te Ngutu Golf Club will be deeply missed.

Funeral service held at Te Ngutu Golf Club

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