Gay Carew

5 November 19567 January 2025

Carew, 

Lorraine Gay (Gay) 

It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Gay, at the age of 68 years on the 7th of January in Waikato Hospital. 

Adored by everyone who knew her and her loving heart. Dearly loved wife of Bruce. Mother of Nicola, Sarah and Lindsey. Mother in law to Jennifer, Wayne and Mike. Nana to Alyssa, Stephanie, Elijah, Mason, Samantha, Matthew, Oliver and Reagan. Great Nana to Hayden. 

A service to celebrate Gay’s life will be held in Osbornes Funeral Directors Chapel, 197 Old Taupo Road, Rotorua on Tuesday the 14th of January at 1pm followed by burial at The Kauae Cemetery, Ngongotaha. 

Tributes

To Bruce and family, It is with alot of sadness that I write this. Words really can't say how sad I felt for all of you. She was such a beautiful friend that popped in and out of my life but was as if we had never been apart. Thinking of you all. Sandi n Mark Norman

Sandi and Mark Norman

This Tribute is to Bruce Crew and all family. Gaye Wil always be remembered for her kindness and thoughtfull personality. She loved life and loved a lot of people. May she be a peace with the Angeles who care for her now. I do know she was a strong person even though she had a health condition. Love to all who sincerely miss her. With Deepest condolences at this sad time. Kind regards Love Katrina Lyman

Katrina Lyman

To Gays family I send my greatest sympathies. I will remember her smile, warmth and welcoming heart and a genuinely lovely person. A huge part of my childhood Gay will be sadly missed.

Robyn Cook
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