Dear dear Melva, we first met as neighbours. You were caring selflessly for your beloved mother Amy. I was searching for my lost kitten and had heard about the lady with 8 cats. I found the kitten and also a dear, dear friend that day. Melva we have had such fun together over the years. You were so kind, so supportive and so encouraging throughout all my life challenges, and so wise! Your knowledge of life and history was amazing. I learnt so much. Melva you had a way of making everyone feel special. You have touched many, many people. You will be missed deeply. Thank you for everything, and thank you too Michiko and the Hylands family for sharing such a beautiful lady. All my love, Annie

Dearest Melva, I'm sorry I cant be there today to farewell you on your journey to join Matey. I wish we had met on this plane earlier and could have shared more fun times. I will miss our catch ups. Go well my friend. From you Waiheke friend Briar.