Korensa Jayne Surgenor

6 June 19703 August 2024

Peacefully at Hospice Taranaki, surrounded by her loving family, Saturday 3rd August 2024, aged 54. Cherished wife of Glen. Treasured mum of Olivia.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Hospice Taranaki.

A service to celebrate Korensa’s life will be held at Eagars Te Henui Chapel, Saturday August 10, 2024, 172 Lemon Street, New Plymouth at 10.30am. Followed by a private cremation.

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Tributes

To Glen, Olivia and family, We were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Korensa, and wanted to pass on our heartfelt condolences. Wishing you peace and comfort at this very difficult time. Rest in peace Korensa. Kind regards,

Tony & Jenny Gellen

Dear Glen and Olivia, We are deeply saddened to hear about the loss of your beloved wife and mother, Korensa. As fellow dance parents, we fondly remember her kindness and the warmth of her sweet smile during our shared times at dance competitions. Her presence will be greatly missed by all who knew her. May God be with Korensa and bring comfort to you and your family during this difficult time. With heartfelt sympathy, Vivian and Ricardo

Ricardo Guerra and Vivian Medina

What a lovely service to remember a wonderful lady, thank you for letting us be part of it. I have so many treasured memories from our time as work colleagues back when we were teenagers, our wedding days, to the catch ups Korensa even made the time for in her busy schedule when visiting the UK. A beautiful soul with a fun and loving outlook on life, Korensa will be missed by so many people whose lives she touched in one way or another. Glen and Olivia you are in our thoughts. Jo & Mark

Jo Pritchard

Sending so much love to Glen and Olivia. Korensa’s smile was so warm and kind and her storytelling was absolutely fabulous! Her fun sense of humour and her kind encouraging words will be so greatly missed. Xx

Shanna Breman-Trewern

To Glen and Olivia Korensa was a work colleague and friend of mine from her days in Kendal. We met at Prolific and I have fond memories of Korensa and parties at her home in Ulverston. My thoughts are with you both at this difficult time. Kathryn

Kathryn Chapman

Rest in peace my beautiful friend. Am so lucky to have shared many special moments and milestones together. You’ve been a second Mum to Sophia and a dear friend to me. We will always remember your kindness and friendship along with all the fun and laughter. You always bought the sunshine! We will miss you.

Cathy

To our wonderful friend Korensa, such a beautiful soul, one of our bridesmaids & godmother to our eldest child. Can’t believe you are gone, will miss you with all our hearts, you were an angel & the most wonderful friend. Just wish you could have been closer but your heart was in New Zealand with Glen & Olivia, and our heart goes out to them. Much love to all Dave, Samantha, Jamie, Hannah & Charlotte xxx

Samantha & Dave Colman

Glen and Olivia I am so deeply sorry for your loss of beautiful Korensa, taken way too soon. She was so proud of you both and full of love. She was such a dedicated mum and wife. I met Korensa twenty years ago when she moved to Hastings with Glen. I was immediately drawn to her fun, bubbly and caring personality. She was always so supportive and wise, her words always bringing comfort. The world will not be the same without you in it Korensa, you will always be in our hearts ❤️

Sarah Boyd

Dear Glen and Oliva, We were all deeply saddened to hear about Korensa passing. We have many fond memories of time spent together in NZ and during your UK visit, and will always remember her remarkable bubbly personality, her warmth and the kindness that she shared with all the people around her. Please know our thoughts and best wishes are with you in this time of profound sorrow. With heartfelt condolences, Ian and Tahnee Corr

Ian Corr

Korensa, my darling cousin. The news of your passing has left an unfillable void in all our hearts. To lose you at such a young age is so sad, just like Wayne. You will forever be remembered as the vibrant, loving soul that you were. Growing up with you and Wayne in early childhood, then visiting you and Aunty Sue at the caravan park will always be a cornerstone of my childhood. Our world has lost a shining star but you will shine brightly over us, with some solace in knowing you are reunited with Wayne again. Glen, Olivia, Uncle Eric and Aunty Sue, please know that you are constantly in my thoughts and prayers. Your strength together and the love surrounding you will offer some comfort in the coming days, months and years. Korensa, your memory will be cherished, your laughter echoed in our hearts. Until we meet again, may you rest in peace. With deepest sympathy, Helen, Martin, Judith, Roger & family xx

Helen Holmes-Fogg

To my amazing, beautiful friend - I have so many happy memories of our time together from going to Beales in Kendal for lunch everyday, to my visit to New Zealand and meeting Glen, attending your beautiful wedding, spending some time with you in Melbourne and catching up on your trips to the UK. You always had the most gorgeous smile and were such a thoughtful, loyal friend - I am going to miss you. Sending love & hugs Glen & Olivia and the wider family, you will be in my prayers. There is another shining star in the sky. ❤️❤️❤️

Carole & Jeff Smith

To Glen, Olivia, Marilyn, Doug and the wider families, Our heartfelt condolences on the sad loss of Korensa. May the love and treasured times you had together give you comfort at this difficult time. “Grief is the price of love” Love, Linda & Richard Crowe & family

Linda Crowe

It was so sad to hear of the passing of my cousin, Korensa. Our families spent a lot of time together when we were growing up, and some of my fondest most vivid childhood memories are of those times. Just kids knocking around in that carefree, innocent way that only kids know how to do. And that she would be taken so young is just so tragic and so unfair in a way that words can't really do justice to. I clearly remember her energy, enthusiasm, sense of humour and caring nature. And although I haven't seen her for many years, I can see from the other tributes that she remained the beautiful soul in later life that I knew as a kid. My heart goes out to all her family and friends. Rest in Peace, Korensa. With love from Jason & Nichola xxx

Jason Belcher

To glen, Olivia and family It’s hard to express the words at this sad time and we send all our love to you all. Korensa was such a lovely bubbly person with a great sense of humour. We always looked forward to her coming back and visiting when she was over here. Taken far too soon. Rest in peace Korensa. All our love The Tweedales ❤️

Stacy Tweedale

To Glen, Olivia, Marilyn, Doug and family, Condolences and love to you all. Korensa was such a special lady and very sad to hear of her passing. Thinking of you all at this time especially lovely Olivia. Rest In Peace Korensa. Lynne and Reg

Lynne Stevens

To Glen, Olivia, Family and Friends. Korensa was just a few days old when we first met her. She continued to delight ever since. The thing I would always looked forward to when she was a bit older, late teens and onwards, was her voice and her sense of humour. Her sense of humour was a bit on the naughty side but that's where alll the best jokes live. Just one example, I remember at the end of a visit, as she was leaving, I went up the drive to see them off. As she was getting in the car I offered my cheek and said "Give us a kiss before you go". She turned and said in a VERY LOUD voice "OK Uncle Roy but NO tongues".The neighbours are still expressing shock and horror. I always loved her voice. It was bright and warm and full of fun. You only have to read the tributes on the funeral site to understand what a lovely, caring person she was. Condolences to all her family and friends. Best wishes Roy Belcher (Uncle Roy) and heartfelt wishes from Jason, Adam and Dominic

Royston Belcher

Sending all our love to Glen, Olivia, Sue, Eric, Katy and families. Rest in peace our gorgeous friend. I’ll miss hearing all your tales and updates I’ll miss all your support and encouragement I’ll miss sharing our memories And most of all I’ll miss you 💗 Good night, God bless xxx

Jane, Gareth, Lauren and Harry

Korensa, you are a brilliant ray of sunshine with a generous heart. Thank you for being you and sharing that with me when we worked together at Westown Kindergarten. So many fun times & laughter! Much love to you Glen and Olivia in your grief and shared love of this beautiful woman ❤️

Tania Mitchell

Our very deepest sympathy to you all. Megan and John Muter

Megan and John Muter

The passing of such a special person will leave a big hole in our lives and our hearts. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Gillian, Brian, Hannah, Richard , Julie, Steven, Katrina, Bobby & Valerie x

The Blackpool Family

To Olivia, Glen, Uncle Eric, Sue & Katy, We send our love to you all at this and to let you know we are thinking of you all. Korensa was a big cousin to Helen and I and made my Dad so welcome when he came to stay with you all in NZ. We will certainly have a bright star in the sky now where Korensa will continue to sparkle as we remember our happy times and many laughs together. All of our love Laura, Andrew & Jasmine 😘

Laura. Dover (Nee Fogg)

I am saddened to hear of Korensas passing, I have known her from her being 6 weeks old and she was always such a lovely soul, along with her brother Wayne it was a privilege to have known and loved them. My thoughts, love and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Olivia, take her love and belief in you and live the life she prepared you for and make all hers and your dreams come true. Love from UK, Aunty Judith

Judith Crane(Fogg)

Dear Glen & Olivia It’s hard to find the words to express the sadness this news brings me. Korensa was a ray of sunshine, always able to make me laugh with her stories and so easy to talk to. She knew how to make people feel welcome and at ease. One of the very special people in this world 💖 She was a dedicated dance mum and I will always remember and cherish our little chats and her wise advice back stage! She has been taken from you way too soon and my love and thoughts are with you ♥️ I will miss her very much. Love Cress (Glenn and Lilly too) xx

Cressida Gates-Thompson

Dear Glen, Olivia and all your families. We’re so sad to say goodbye to our dear friend Korensa. We are so lucky to have had her fly into our lives from the UK, on her big adventure to NZ with our friends Jeff and Aileen. I have never cry laughed so much on our road-trip around the North Island. Korensa had us in stitches, with stories, singing and car aerobics! Korensa continued and never stopped making us all laugh, no matter what. Rest In Peace lovely, we will never forget you, your light will shine forever in our hearts and in our memories ❤️

Mac & Paul Richards

Sending our condolences to Glen, Olivia and families. Having met Korensa when they built their new home in Egmont Village next to us. Always a wave as we went past or a shout out to stop Archie barking at us. She was such a vibrant person. Please contact us if there is anything we can help with. Sending our deepest sympathy Ian and Debbie George

Debbie George

Dear Glen, Olivia, and family. We were deeply saddened to hear of beautiful Korensa's passing. She was truly one of the good ones, taken from us far too soon. The memories we have of her, especially her impressive detective skills, will always bring a smile. She will be greatly missed in our dance community. Please know that our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. With heartfelt sympathy, Sam, Ciaran and Mia xx

Samantha Gates-Forrester

To Glen, Olivia, Sue and Eric. Cherished Memories of Korensa from Pauline and Tony in Blackpool UK. We are blessed to have known Korensa from birth and Pauline is her godmother. Along with her brother Wayne Korensa and Jane were very close friends. We used to take Wayne or Korensa with us on our camping trips to the Lake District. We have very happy memories of those trips. It was wonderful seeing her meet and marry Glen and make a lovely life in New Zealand along with Glen and Olivia. Their Wedding in Kendal was a day we will always remember. We greatly enjoyed seeing Korensa and Olivia on their visits to the UK. Our hearts are filled with sadness at her loss but also with love and admiration for the magical woman she became. We send our sincere condolences to Glen, Olivia and all the family and friends.

Tony Riley

Dear Glen Olivia and Families Deepest sympathy to you all on the death of Korensa. I had the great pleasure of working with Korensa at the North Taranaki Kindergarten Association. Such a fun loving bubbly person who was a joy to be around not to mention the great skills she had, how helpful and efficient she was, and how wonderful she was with people. I have only met up with Korensa in passing over the last couple of years but found the same beautiful sunny positive spirit shinning through. Rest in peace beautiful lady. Hilda

Hilda

Dear Glen and Olivia, I am so very sorry for your loss. Korensa and I shared our breast cancer journies back in Point Cook and I will always remember her for her positivity and bravery and I am forever grateful for her support and encouragement . It meant the world to me. May all your cherished memories give you both a little comfort in this time of grief. Korensa, you were my sister in battle and I am so sorry that you lost yours. I hope you are now at peace. All my love, Mia

Mia

Dear Glen,Olivia, Sue, Katy and family, So saddened by the passing of Korensa. I know this will be leaving huge holes in your hearts. My memories of Korensa are from when she lived in the UK. She was a great big sister to Katy, she let us stay at her house in the school holidays, and I have lovely memories of those times. She also had an amazing record collection that she let us listen to. Not forgetting yours and Korensa wedding Glen, in Kendal, which was a lovely day. I'm thinking of you all at this very sad time. I can see lots of lovely comments pouring in about Korensa and the wonderful kind person she was. I hope this gives you all some comfort in the days ahead. With deepest sympathy and love Kerri and family xx

Kerri

Dear Glen, Olivia & Families So sorry to hear of dear Korensa's passing. She was one super special lady and always had a smile on her face. I will always remember your Xmas party last year. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Regards Kay, Jason & Sophie

Kay Grigg

Dear Glen, Olivia and families, I’m so so sorry to hear of dear Korensa’s passing. She was one very special lady and I loved our little catch-ups. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Olivia you are one very special lady and Korensa was soooo proud of you and Glen we know how you loved and supported Korensa. Your Xmas party last year was testament to that! Take care Raewin 💕💕💕

Raewin MacKenzie
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